| March 10 |
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| Go Josh Go! |
Kimberley Alpine Resort is cheering for Josh Dueck as he goes for gold in the upcoming 2010 Paralympic Games!
Go Josh Go! Show your support and visit: www.joshdueck2010.com
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| February 26 |
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| Compete in Greasy Rail Jam this Saturday! |
The annual Kimberley Alpine Resort Greasy Rail Jam is on for this Saturday February 27. The competition is open to all ages, registration is available online or from 8am -9:30 a.m. on Saturday (Feb 27) in the Stemwinder Bar & Grill. Cost is $20 plus a $20 bib deposit. All minors must have a parental consent waiver signed and helmets are mandatory. Categories for male and female competitors and sorted by age. Competitors will be able to hit the elements of their choice. Judging is based on difficulty, technique and amplitude. The competition will start at 11:30am and will run for up to three hours based on the number of competitors. Spectators can enjoy the fun atmosphere with music and loads of door prizes to be won!
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| February 19 |
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| Kimberley Alpine Resort featured in Edmonton Journal |
"Kimberley a base for B.C. snow fun" according to Edmonton Journal. Read how Alison Appelbe discovered all kinds of adventure at Kimberley Alpine Resort, in Kimberley's downtown Platzl, and surrounding areas. Read Full Review
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| February 11 |
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| Paralympic Training Centre Construction Well Underway! |
Construction of the new Paraylympic Training & Conference Centre is progressing nicely at Kimberley Alpine Resort. The anxiously anticipated facility is targeted to be complete by Sept 2010 and will set a deep foundation for Kimberley Alpine Resort's already strong involvement in the development of paralympic skiing.
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| February 10 |
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| Paralympic Athletes Training & Racing in IPC Noram Cup |
As a proud supporter of athletic development for paralympic alpine skiers, Kimberley Alpine Resort is thrilled to be hosting paralympic alpine athletes this week, competing in the IPC Noram Cup. International athletes, 40 in total from 8 countries, are currently race training on Kimberley's dedicated run, the Dreadnaught. The event consists of 2 days of downhill training runs starting Feb 9th with 2 official Downhill races on Thursday Feb 11th and 2 Super G races on the Friday February 12th.
Some of the Canadian entries include the return of Luke Donovan, currently a student at the College of the Rockies, Sam Daniels, Jeff Dickson and Melanie Swartz. These athletes have just returned from competing in the World Cup circuit in Europe and are using this race as a tune up for the 2010 Paralympic Games in Whistler.
Kimberley Alpine Resort has a long history in the development of paralympic alpine skiing and is very excited to contribute to the development of the new Conference & Paralympic Training Centre, currently being constructed at the base of Kimberley Alpine Resort, and tentatively set to be complete by September 2010!
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| February 8 |
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| Loads of Family Fun & Not Too Late to Book for Family Week! |
The 2nd Annual Family Festival is set to run at Kimberley Alpine Resort and will be celebrating all things family throughout the week starting this Friday February 12. A full schedule of activities is planned from February 12-20 including: movie nights, scavenger hunts, night skiing, skating, live music, face painting, and so much more! In addition, a special Olympic celebration is planned with a Paint the Town Red themed day on Saturday February 13.
With fantastic skiing and snowboarding conditions, lots of sunshine, and fun to be had for all ages, there is no better time to be at Kimberley Alpine Resort. It isn't too late to book your Family Week getaway at Kimberley Alpine Resort. Accommodation availability is going fast, book today!
Call 1-800-258-SNOW (7669) or BOOK ONLINE
FAMILY WEEK EVENT & ACTIVITY SCHEDULE at Kimberley Alpine Resort
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| February 6 |
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| Yodeling Woodcarver to Represent Kimberley at 2010 Olympics |
Kimberley’s unofficial ambassador for over 30 years and our own Yodeling Woodcarver, Adi Unterberger and troupe, have been personally asked to perform at the Austrian House in Whistler from Feb 11 - Feb 19.
Asked about his experience, Adi, humble as always, said, “it's a privilege to share the music at this great event and we are all excited to be part of the memory that will last forever.”
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| January 28 |
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| Rail Park now open for Night Skiing |
Come on out and enjoy the rail park tonight, get your rail park pass for $5 and receive a $5 meal voucher. Passes are available at Guest Services (open tonight and tomorrow night until 8 pm for pass printing). Please note: If you are under 19 you will need a parent consent form filled out. Call 250-427-4881 for details today!
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| January 27 |
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| Back by Popular Demand - RCR Express Ticket |
Visit Guest Services at any RCR Ski Resort or the Calgary office to sign up for your Express Ticket today! This FREE convenient option allows you to skip the ticket line-ups. With your Express Ticket, you can arrive at Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort ,or Nakiska Ski Resort and go straight to the lift and have your lift ticket charged directly to your credit card. The Express Ticket is only available for Full Day lift tickets - Half Day lift tickets are to be purchased from the Ticket Office.
For further information please call 1-800-258-SNOW (7669)
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| NEW - Night Skiing Season Pass |
NEW this season! Enjoy Unlimited Skiing and Riding for the remainder of the Night Ski Season with the new Night Skiing Season Pass at Kimberley Alpine Resort. Ski Thursday - Saturday starting at 5:30 pm for only $49 for adults, $39 for seniors/youth, and $19 for children. In addition to unlimited Night Skiing, you receive a daily $8 discount off the purchase of a full day lift ticket at Kimberley Alpine Resort ($5 off for children) with your Night Skiing Season Pass.
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| January 26 |
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| Junior Freeski Comp SHRED Fest - This Weekend! |
Come watch as the 18 and unders SHRED! Competitors will warm up Saturday in the qualifying runs so that they can move on to Sunday's finals and award ceremony.
With qualifying runs on January 30 and finals and awards ceremonies on January 31, age categories include 7-11 years, 12-15 years, and 16-18 years of age for both guys and gals. Helmets are mandatory.
NOTE: Registration is open! Please go to our registration page at www.skircr.com/compete to register.
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| January 12 |
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| Win the Ultimate Ski Experience For You and 19 Friends |
Imagine your chance to win Kimberley Alpine Resort for a day. Just you and 19 of your friends enjoying the most exclusive and unforgettable ski experience of your lives.
Enter Tourism BC's Great Mountain Giveaway contest!
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| January 8 |
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| Kimberley Noted as Hidden Gem in California's "Daily Breeze" |
We try to keep it a secret but the word is getting out about Kimberley Alpine Resort - noted as a hidden gem and a 'must ski' resort in the California newspaper, "Daily Breeze" - Read Article
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| December 30 |
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| Experience Amazing Scenery and Snow at Kimberley Alpine Resort |
With an amazing view of the Kootenay Valley and the giant wall of the Purcell Mountain range, Kimberley Alpine Resort offers the best vistas to enjoy while exploring a winter wonderland of skiing and snowboarding fun. Snow conditions are fantastic - get out there and experience the best ski day ever at Kimberley Alpine Resort.
Share Your Experience - Upload Your Photos!
Dec 27 2009 - Run: Notre Dame, Photo Credit: Sarah Windsor
Dec 27 2009 - Run: Notre Dame, Photo Credit: Sarah Windsor
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| December 24 |
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| Calling All Holiday Engagements! Book Your Wedding at Kimberley! |
Kimberley Alpine Resort is a magical place to have your wedding and will take your special day to new heights! With spectacular views of the Purcell Mountains and the relaxing atmosphere of Trickle Creek Lodge, what better place to get married than at Kimberley Alpine Resort? We have a variety of room settings to make a perfect day! Let our Wedding Coordinator help you plan the wedding of your dreams, email: jbellm@tricklecreeklodge.com or phone: (250) 427-6745.
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| December 23 |
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| Planning a Holiday Proposal? Not Too Late for Romantic Getaway in Kimberley! |
At Kimberley Alpine Resort, romance awaits you and your loved one with a fantastic LAST MINUTE SPECIAL - $199/night! Enjoy the luxury of the Trickle Creek Lodge and a wonderful day of skiing together at Kimberley Alpine Resort! Make memories in the mountains that will last a lifetime. It is not too late and you SAVE - BOOK NOW!
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| Enjoy a Ski Trip to Kimberley & Get Free Gas! |
The Husky Gas & Go vacation package is a no brainer - who wouldn't want free gas for simply booking a stay at Trickle Creek Lodge? See our Vacation Hot Deals page for more information!
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| December 21 |
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| 12 Days of Holiday Fun for Everyone! |
Take part in the amazing 12 days of Holiday Fun at Kimberley Alpine Resort! There is fun for everyone with activities for all ages scheduled daily from December 23rd - Jan 3rd. With such a jam packed activity schedule and fantastic skiing and snowboarding fun for the entire family, you are sure to have the best ski trip to Kimberley Alpine Resort this holiday season.
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| December 18 |
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| Community Appreciation Day - Sunday Dec 20 |
Kimberley Alpine Resort will say "Thank-you" to local communities with a special Community Appreciation Day celebration on Sunday December 20th. Local residents of Kimberley, Marysville, Wasa, TaTa Creek, Wycliffe, and Cranbrook are invited to join in the skiing and snowboarding fun with complimentary lift access for the day. Tied into the celebration of community, Kimberley Alpine Resort will host a charity BBQ selling $2 burgers to locals from 11:00am to 2:30pm with proceeds going to the Kimberley Food Bank. Please note that photo ID and proof of local residency are required in order to receive a complimentary lift ticket for December 20th and to participate in the charity lunch.
To add to the spirit of Community Appreciation Day, Kimberley Alpine Resort would like to offer local residents to try out the sport of skiing and snowboarding on Community Appreciation Day with a complimentary TELUS Learn to Ski or Snowboard Group experience. The TELUS Learn to Ski or Snowboard package includes group lesson, lift ticket, and rental equipment. There will be 10 ski and 10 snowboard spots available, with lessons taking place from 9:30am to 11:30am. Pre-registration is required. Contact Guest Services today! Please note that photo ID and proof of local residency is required to be eligible for this offer.
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| Kimberley has raving FAN's! |
One of many positive comments we receive daily and we are going to share weekly with you some of them!! this came from recent guest visiting from the US- "wonderful, family centred resort. friendly staff. economical. they have re-introduced a loyalty card this year which makes for a great value (and was overdue). A simply fantastic jewel of the kootenay's. " Thank you so much for your comments! We look forward to sharing our experience with you! Come Ski Kimberley with us this winter!
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| December 16 |
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| SNOW and More SNOW, Kimberley is the place to Ski |
It is snowing hard at Kimberley Alpine Resort! More than 22 cm of new today! Get ready for some great skiing and riding conditions as Kimberley Alpine Resort is open 7 days a week starting December 18th with all lifts running from 9am until 4pm
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| December 8 |
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| Preview Weekend Dec 12 & 13 |
Make the first turns of the season and come out for skiing and snowboarding fun as Kimberley Alpine Resort rings in a new season with a special Preview Weekend this weekend (Dec 12 & 13). After you ski and ride 'til your legs burn this weekend, rest up and get ready for the official season opener at Kimberley Alpine Resort on Friday December 18, 2009.
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| November 30 |
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| Kimberley Pass Holders Enjoy Preview Weekend at Fernie |
Many Kimberley Alpine Resort Season Pass Holders took advantage of the extra weekend of FREE skiing and riding at Fernie Alpine Resort this past weekend. The Preview Weekend at Fernie Alpine Resort was a great success with tonnes of snow and smiling skiers and snowboarders, hooting and hollering as they loaded the first ride up the Elk Chair. Snow conditions in the Lizard and Cedar Bowl were like mid-winter and with mild temperatures, everyone was thrilled to be out making their first turns of the season. The exhilarated buzz around the resort from both staff and guests was extremely contagious and a great way to lead into the start of another amazing winter season at Kimberley Alpine Resort!
Looking up at Lizard Bowl, at top of Elk Chair
Snowboarders get ready to drop into Lizard Bowl
Looking out into Cedar Bowl off Boomerang Chair
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| November 26 |
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| Easter Chair at Kimberley Gets a Makeover |
The Easter Chair at Kimberley Alpine Resort received a recent makeover including a face-lift of the base terminal building, freshly painted lift towers, and soon to come, new padding on the chairs. Easter Chair will debut its new look to skiers and snowboarders this winter season. Kimberley Alpine Resort is tentatively scheduled to open to the public for a preview weekend on Dec 12-13th, and then for official resort opening on Dec 18, 2009 (tentative). With the upcoming preview weekend, public opening of Fernie Alpine Resort scheduled for this Sat Nov 28 & Sun Nov 29, Kimberley Alpine Resort season pass holders get a jump start on celebrating winter with a bonus weekend to ski for free at Fernie Alpine Resort.
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| November 24 |
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| KIMBERLEY SEASON PASS HOLDERS INVITED TO SKI FERNIE FOR PREVIEW WEEKEND! |
Fernie Alpine Resort invites ALL Kimberley Alpine Resort Season Pass Holders to come ski this weekend for FREE! A special Preview Weekend opening is scheduled for Saturday Nov 28 & Sunday Nov 29 at Fernie Alpine Resort.
Get an early start on winter and come celebrate the start of the ski and snowboard season at Fernie Alpine Resort!
Ski Patrol tests out snow conditions at Fernie Alpine Resort - Nov 21, 2009
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| November 23 |
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| Toronto Star Notes Kimberley in TOP 10 Runs |
The Black Diamond run, Flush, at Kimberley Alpine Resort earns credit for being noted as one of the TOP 10 Ski Runs in Canada by the Toronto Star.
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| November 9 |
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| National Post Features Kimberley Alpine Resort |
The National Post hi-lights Kimberley Alpine Resort and Fernie Alpine Resort in the "Beyond Whistler" article. Read Full Article on nationalpost.com.
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| November 2 |
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| Breaking Ground for Paralympic Centre at Kimberely |
As construction commences on the new Conference Centre & Paralympic Training Centre at Kimberley Alpine Resort, Columbia Valley News covers the latest details and acknowledges finanical supporters including Resorts of the Canadian Rockies.
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| October 23 |
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| Kimberley Alpine Resort wins another Award! |
Kimberley Alpine Resort is the proud winner of the 2009 Best of Business Award for Ski Area in the East Kootenay Region. Kootenay Business Magazine takes a readers poll to pick the Best in the Kootenay Region. Also recognized is the Sports Alpine for Best Ski Shop in the Kootenay Region
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| October 14 |
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| Delta Brings Skiers to Kimberley from USA |
Delta will continue non-stop air service from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Canadian Rockies International Airport(YXC) in Cranbrook starting Dec 19, 2009 until March 28, 2010 (Mon, Wed, Fri). From landing strip to ski run in 20mins, Kimberley Alpine Resort is the closest you can get to instant ski excitement!
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| October 13 |
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| Job Fair at Kimberley Alpine Resort |
Get Knee Deep in Your Work! Kimberley Alpine Resort will be hosting a job fair for seasonal employees for the upcoming 2009-10 Winter Season on Sat Oct 24th from 10am-5pm in the Stemwinder Bar & Grill at Kimberley Alpine Resort. Come Work for Kimberley Alpine Resort!
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| October 2 |
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| Fresh Snow at Kimberley Alpine Resort! |
It's snowing at Kimberley Alpine Resort! Keep your eye on the fresh stuff coming down with our Live Mountain Cams and stay up to date on current snowfall this season by signing up for Snow Reports & Powder Alerts (sign-up at bottom of homepage)!
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| September 29 |
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| Kimberley Paralympic Race Training & Conference Centre Construction Commences! |
After much planning, the exciting project of building the Kimberely Paralympic Race Training Facility and Conference Centre at Kimberley Alpine Resort is set to commence this week. This was announced after a special council meeting last Wednesday evening. The project is to reach almost $6 million and will be a fantastic addition for the many paralympic athletes who come to train at Kimberley Alpine Resort as well as visiting guests requiring conference facilties.
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| September 24 |
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| Kimberley Hosts Olympic Hopefuls for 2010 Vancouver Olympics |
With the upcoming 2010 Olympic Games, Kimberley Alpine Resort will play an integral role in hosting training athletes and competitions leading up to the start of the Vancouver Olympic Games on Feb 12, 2010. The ski resort is scheduled to host both an IPC Para Speed Nor-Am competition on Feb 9-12 and a Nor-Am Snowboard competition on Feb 17-18. Canada's National Snowboard Team came to train at Kimberley Alpine Resort earlier this year in February and will return prior to the 2010 Games.
Paralympic Game hopefuls from around the world will be training on the dedicated training run, the Dreadnaught, at Kimberley Alpine Resort including Canada's National Paralympic Ski Team as well as international teams from U.K. Australia , New Zealand, and other countries. Vancouver Sun journalist, Bruce Constantineau, hi-lights Kimberley's integral contribution to the Paralympic Games 2010 and the dream become reality of being Canada's top Paralympic Training Centre.
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| September 21 |
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| Getting Some Court Time at Kimberley Alpine Resort |
The new basketball court at Kimberley Alpine Resort gets some serious play time! A ringer for the next NBA site?
The new court is a part of the recent additions by Kimberley Alpine Resort including a children's playground, park area, and paved walking trail for guests and locals to enjoy!
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| August 20 |
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| Fall Pass Sale & Season Pass Printing |
Fall Pass Sale on NOW! A variety of great season passes at great prices to take advantage of. The new RCR Rockies Pass gives you access to 3 great Rockies Resorts all season long. Don't miss out on great savings and choices!
Season Passes are now being printed through the Calgary office. Pass printing at Kimberley Alpine Resort, Fernie Alpine Resort, and Nakiska Ski Resort to commence Sept 1, 2009.
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| June 30 |
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| Kimberley Summer Opening & Community Appreciation Day Success! |
This past weekend was SUMMER FUN at Kimberley Alpine Resort with a successful opening for the summer and a great turn out for Community Appreciation Day. The weather was amazing with a sunny, warm day and North Star mountain was showing off its summer colours with lush green forest, a variety of wildflowers, and various wildlife sightings. Saturday June 27 was Community Appreciation Day for which we invited residents from local communities to come out and enjoy the resort with a complimentary lift ticket for the day. This is a special day for us as it represents our appreciation for the community who conintue to provide ongoing support. As a result, the base and mountain was full of smiling faces accompanied by an energetic buzz from guests as they explored the Kootenay Haus and the outstanding view from the summit.
The charity BBQ for the Hospice Centre was a great success as the guests kept the grill busy all day. The tasty burgers and hot dogs were an added bonus for giving to such a good cause. Overall, the weekend was a great success and has set the resort in motion for the summer!
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| June 25 |
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| Drive to Kimberley is in Top 10 Scenic Drives |
Kimberley Alpine Resort is one of the destinations on the Hot Springs Loop noted as one of the Top 10 Scenic Drives in the Northern Rockies. More Details on www.drivethetop10.com.
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| June 23 |
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| RCR Rockies Pass - NEW! |
New this year! This premium pass includes three (3) Great Resorts! Ski when you want at 3 great Rockies Resorts featuring Fernie Alpine Resort, legendary powder and more, Kimberley Alpine Resort, Canada’s family ski resort, and Nakiska, Calgary’s closest ski mountain and Calgary’s favorite local ski resort. Don’t limit yourself to only one mountain when you can choose to ski from 3! Nowhere else in Canada will you find so much on one pass- over 60 feet of SNOW, 21 lifts, and 221 runs for your enjoyment!
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| Kimberley Alpine Resort named in the Top 50 Family Resorts. |
Kimberley Alpine Resort in the Top 50 Family ski resorts, rated by Onthesnow.ca visitors. This rating is based on overall user ratings, nightlife, family friendly, downhill terrain, and terrain park ratings. OnTheSnow.ca, the #1 visited snow sports web site, provides ski and snow reports to over 2,000 ski resorts around the globe. Read more
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| June 22 |
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| Kimberley - Favorite Resort by onthesnow.com Visitor Choice Awards |
OnTheSnow.com, the most-visited snow sports portal in the world awards Kimberley Alpine Resort for being the Favorite Overall Resort in the Pacific North West with their 2009 Visitors Choice Awards. Read more about this amazing acknowledgement for Kimberley Alpine Resort!
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| June 19 |
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| Summer is HERE! |
Trickle Creek Golf Resort NOW OPEN!. The course is in excellent condition - take a short trip to beautiful Kimberley, BC. Stay and relax at Trickle Creek Lodge. North Star sight-seeing lift scheduled to open at Kimberley Alpine Resort on Saturday June 27. Summer is here!
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| March 12 |
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| TOP RATINGS FOR TRICKLE CREEK LODGE AT KIMBERLEY ALPINE RESORT ON TRIPADVISOR.COM |
Kimberley, BC – March 12, 2009– The Trickle Creek Lodge at Kimberley Alpine Resort has received great guest reviews, making it the #1 hotel in Kimberley according to www.tripadvisor.com reviewers. Amongst some of the reviews, the hotel was named a “Great Place to Stay” and “A Good Choice in Kimberley”. Noted highly by reviewers for its cleanliness, comfort, and great amenities including an affordable selected buffet breakfast and fantastic skiing and golf right outside the door; the Trickle Creek Lodge at Kimberley Alpine Resort is the #1 hotel in Kimberley, BC. www.tricklecreeklodge.com
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| February 22 |
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| Kimberley Alpine Resort Supports Bootleg Sled Dog Races |
This past weekend, Bootleg Gap Golf Course hosted the 1st Annual Bootleg Sled Dog Races in Marysville, B.C. Kimberley Alpine Resort was the largest sponsor with a contribution of $4000 from the Summit Fund program. An overwhelming total of $13,000 was raised for the "East Kootenay Friends of Children" charity - greatly surpassing the goal by $5000! This new and highly anticipated event in the Kootenay's turned out to be a grand success not only by its fund raising achievement but also by the community involvement with a total of 69 teams and 3600 spectators partaking in the fun. Kimberley Alpine Resort is proud to help make a difference in our community!
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