Timber Tour #1 Fernie

We are back with another action-packed Timber Tour Series. And this time - we brought Friends!!!

The first stop on the 2027 Orage Timber Tour is HERE!

Held at Fernie Alpine Resort and proudly hosted by the Fernie Freestyle Club!

A Message from our Host Club

On behalf of Fernie Freestyle Club, Fernie Alpine Resort, Freestyle BC, and the 2027 Timber Tour Organizing Committee, we are pleased to officially invite you to Timber Tour #1, taking place January 21–24, 2027, at Fernie Alpine Resort.

The event will kick off with an official training day on Thursday, January 21, followed by three exciting days of competition.

We look forward to welcoming athletes, coaches, families, and supporters from across the province for a fantastic weekend of freestyle skiing, sportsmanship, and community spirit.

Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Fernie offers an incredible mountain setting, a welcoming community, and plenty to enjoy both on and off the slopes.

We are excited to host this event and look forward to seeing everyone in beautiful Fernie, British Columbia!

Warm regards,

Matt DeJong

President, Fernie Freestyle Club

Please note: the information in this invite is subject to change.

Important information about the Timber Tour Series

KEY EVENT DATES (subject to change)

Nov 2nd - 8th: Early Registration (top-ranked athletes - invite only)

Nov 9th - Jan 14th: General Registration

Jan 14th - Jan 20th: Late Registration (if available)

Jan 21st: Unofficial Training

Jan 22nd - 24th: Competition Days

Competition and Training Schedule

IMPORTANT ATHLETE INFORMATION

BEFORE YOU CAN COMPLETE THIS REGISTRATION:

• All athletes must hold a valid 2026/27 licence and be affiliated with a registered Freestyle Club.
  • Timber Tour - Provincial Licence minimum
  • Shred Series - Club Licence minimum
• It is recommended to secure your 26/27 Membership prior to registering for this event.

• RCR Waivers MUST be completed before registering for this event.

WAIVERS - important , please follow carefully!

1. ALL ATHLETES must complete the online RCR Event Release Agreement(s) prior to completing registration this year.
2. COMPETITORS 16yrs AND OLDER - must complete the RCR Event Agreement. The competitor can complete this waiver.
3. COMPETITORS 15yrs AND YOUNGER - a parent or legal guardian MUST complete 2 Waivers: 
   • the RCR Event Agreement AND
   • the RCR Parental Agreement.
   • Both agreements (for Competitors 15 yrs and younger) MUST BE COMPLETED IN THE COMPETITORS NAME, not the parent or legal guardian's name.
4. Waivers must be completed based on the competitors age at the time of registration (not on the age they will be at the start of the winter season).
5. Once complete, you will receive a unique "Agreement ID" for each waiver you fill out.
6. Save your code(s), as you will need to enter the code(s) during our event registration.

Links to the Release Agreements:

Both waivers must be filled out for anyone under 16.

Event Release Agreement - Everyone needs this one!

• If you're over 16, you can fill it out.
• 15 yrs and younger - a parent or guardian must complete it - IN THE COMPETITORS NAME!

Parental Release Agreement - Athletes 15 yrs and younger need this one also!

• The competitor's parent or legal guardian MUST complete these two agreements. IN THE COMPETITORS NAME!

• KEEP YOUR ID CODES - You will need to enter these ID codes during the registration process.
• YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO COLLECT YOUR BIB OR COMPETE UNTIL WAIVERS ARE DONE CORRECTLY.

Event Registration

General Registration for Timber Tour and Shred Series, will open at 7pm MST on Nov 9th.

• Registration must be completed through the Snowreg / Uplifter platform
• Competitors will be registered on a first come, first served basis.
• Registration will close 7 days prior to the first training day
• A waitlist is available if events fill up
• Timber Tour events will be Moguls, Slopestyle, and Big Air.
• Shred Series events will be Moguls, Slopestyle, and Big Air.

Registration Fees

Timber Tour - $260 per athlete

• Registration includes participation in Moguls, Slopestyle, and Big Air events.

Shred Series | $135 per athlete

• Registration includes participation in Moguls, Slopestyle, and Big Air events.

NEW THIS YEAR

Athletes will be automatically entered into all available disciplines. It is the Coaches responsibility to request athletes be removed from any start list at the Team Captains Meetings.

Parents.

Please communicate with your child's coach(es) to ensure they know which events your child(ren) wish to compete in.

Competition Bibs

Timber Tour

• Athletes are required to purchase their competition bib when registering for their first Timber Tour of the season.
• An athlete's first bib is available for a one-time cost of $45.
• Bibs can be picked up by the coaches, at the competition office.
• Athletes will continue with the same bib (and bib number) for each Timber Tour event during the winter season.
• Bibs must not be modified or altered.
• Lost, misplaced, forgotten, modified or irreparably damaged bibs must be replaced.
  • REPLACEMENT FEES APPLY
• Athletes are welcome to keep their bibs at the end of the competition season.

** REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR BIB TO ALL YOUR TIMBER TOUR EVENTS **

Shred Series

• Shred Series athletes will collect their bibs from the Comp Office at Check-In
• Bibs MUST BE RETURNED -to the comp office or event staff- after the athletes final competition run
• There is no deposit but the athlete's Snowreg account WILL BE CHARGED $45 if bibs are not returned

Team Check-In and Competition Office

Team check-in will take place at the Competition Office, located behind the Slopeside Café in Cornerstone Lodge at Fernie Alpine Resort.

To ensure an efficient check-in process, team check-in is restricted to coaches and designated club representatives only.

Coaches are encouraged to check in as early as possible to:

• Confirm athlete registration details, including names, age categories, and registered events.
• Collect competition bibs for their athletes.
• Confirm that all required waivers and registration documents have been completed.

Please note: 

• All athletes must have the required waivers and memberships completed before participating in official training or competition.
• Bibs will not be handed out until RCR waivers are completed correctly
• Coaches are responsible for distributing bibs to their athletes and ensuring they are returned at the conclusion of the event.

The 1st Team Leaders Meeting date, time and location is TBD and shall be posted here and communicated to all Teams once confirmed.

Athlete and Coach Lift Ticket Information

Ticket pricing and purchase information will be posted here once confirmed

Thank You for your patience

Judges and Officials

Thank you for supporting our events!

Even the VIPs need to register for this event, sign the RCR waivers and have your 26/27 Freestyle Licences.

You can do all that right from this page.

Comp Office will be located behind the Slopeside Café in Cornerstone Lodge and we look forward to see you out there!

Event Organizing Committee

• Event Chair - TBD
• Event Registrar - Dani Lawrie | admin@ferniefreestyle.ca
• Chief of Competition Timber Tour - Chris Ebbern | cebbern@gmail.com
• Chief of Competition Shred Series - Scott Lawrie | s.lawrie@live.com
• Chief of Scoring - Lisa Griffiths
• Chief of Timing - Chris Lane
• Technical Delegate Timber Tour - Troy Nixon
• Technical Delegate Shred Series - TBD
• Volunteer Coordinator - Ryan Friesen | rlfriesen@live.com
• FBC Events Manager - Tom Swiecicki (Svin) | svin@freestylebc.ski

Event Rules and Regulations

• Sanctioning: This competition is officially sanctioned by Freestyle BC.
• Event Organization: The competition is organized and hosted by Fernie Freestyle Club in partnership with Fernie Alpine Resort.
• Governing Rules: All training and competition activities will be conducted in
  accordance with Freestyle BC (FBC) rules and regulations.
• Athlete Bibs: Competition bibs must be worn during all official training sessions and competition runs. No exceptions.
• Athlete Registration: All athletes must complete their online registration before the registration deadline.

Volunteers | Help Make Timber Tour a Success!

Behind every successful Timber Tour is an incredible team of volunteers, and we need your help!

Fernie Freestyle Club is excited to welcome athletes and families from across the province, and we rely on the support of our community to make this event possible.

Whether you can volunteer for a few hours, a full day, or throughout the weekend, your time and support make a difference.

There are a variety of roles available, both on and off the mountain, and no previous competition experience is required for many positions.

All Volunteers Must :

• Hold a valid Freestyle BC Volunteer Licence, available free of charge.
• Register for a volunteer position in advance.

Volunteer Registration and Scheduling

Details on available volunteer positions, shift schedules, and registration instructions will be shared prior to the event.

We encourage parents, family members, friends, and community supporters to get involved. Every volunteer helps us create a safe, welcoming, and memorable experience for our athletes.

Thank you for supporting Fernie Freestyle Club and the 2027 Timber Tour!

Official Accommodation Partner

Fernie Freestyle Club is proud to welcome Fernie Fox Hotel as our Official Accommodation Partner for the 2027 Freestyle BC Timber Tour #1, January 21–24, 2027!

As a valued supporter of Fernie Freestyle, Fernie Fox Hotel is offering an exclusive 15% discount to Timber Tour athletes, coaches, families, and supporters.

With comfortable accommodations, a convenient location, and a welcoming atmosphere, Fernie Fox Hotel is an excellent home base for your Timber Tour weekend.

Book Direct & Save 15%!

Take advantage of our exclusive Fernie Freestyle booking options:

Option 1: Book Through Our Dedicated Booking Link

Book Your Stay at Fernie Fox Hotel (https://app.mews.com/distributor/e64b0ede-f108-4160-aa47-b30200d602e6)

Option 2: Book Directly with the Hotel

• Website: www.ferniefoxhotel.com (https://www.ferniefoxhotel.com/)
• Phone: 1-877-447-6788
• Promo Code: FREESTYLE

Book Early! A limited number of rooms have been reserved for Timber Tour participants and families. Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage everyone to secure their accommodations as soon as possible.

A special thank you to Fernie Fox Hotel for their generous support of Fernie Freestyle Club, our athletes, and the freestyle skiing community. We are grateful to have them as a partner in making Timber Tour #1 a memorable event!

Timber Tour Banquet and Social Events

Fernie Freestyle Club is looking forward to welcoming athletes, coaches, and families to Ferniefor the 2027 Timber Tour! We are currently exploring opportunities to bring everyone together for a social gathering during the competition weekend.

Details regarding a potential banquet or social event will be announced closer to the competition.

Event Contacts

Our Local Organizing Committee is happy to assist with questions leading up to the 2027 Freestyle BC Timber Tour #1.

General Event Inquiries and Event Registrar
Dani Lawrie

Fernie Freestyle Club Administrator
admin@ferniefreestyle.ca
403-606-9027

Chief of Competition
Chris Ebbern
cebbern@gmail.com

Volunteer Coordinator
Ryan Friesen
rlfriesen@live.com

Fernie Alpine Resort | Group Lift Tickets
Group Sales Department
groupsales@skifernie.com
250-423-2442