Have a read of this post that has listed the top 10 extreme ski runs. It is North American based but still showcases some pretty crazy runs.
If you have some runs in your area that you think should be on the list then let us know. We think that The Saddles in Fernie could qualify for this list.
Tom | February 20th, 2009
If you would like to get a good feel of what life is like on our 11-week ski instructor course then have a read of this blog. Brad has been writing about his experiences in Fernie and all about his times on our ski instructor course.
Interested in reading some more? Check out these posts from other people on our courses in Fernie, Banff and Whistler.
If you would like to read more about NONSTOP’s ski or snowboard instructor courses please click on the links.
Tom | February 20th, 2009
Week 5 – Level 1 week
Monday – Thursday: Level 1 exams.
We were all assessed on our Level 1 CSIA this week, and it was pretty intensive. We were constantly assessed on our skiing, and our teaching was rated on days 3 and 4. It was a very tiring process as you really had to keep your concentration levels up.
Tom | February 19th, 2009
The Red Tree Lodge Restaurant, Fernie BC, has quickly earned a well deserved reputation as one of the best places to eat in Fernie. Serving fantastic breakfast, lunch and dinners seven days a week. The Head Chef Deb Cook, a Fernie local, has devised the menu to appeal to local and travellers from around the world. The menu is such a success that locals return regularly and rave reviews are flooding in.
Tom | February 18th, 2009
Paul Lappin came on our 11 week snowboard instructor course to Fernie in the 2007/08 season. Since doing the course with us Paul has gone on to work as a snowboard instructor at Mt Washington on Vancouver Island. Paul has kept a blog of his travels and it makes a really interesting read for anyone thinking of having a career break. It gives great tips on how to go about becoming a visa sponsored snowboard instructor, especially if you are over 30 and therefore not eligable for the Canadian Visa. … Read more
Tom | February 17th, 2009
