Greg Barrow, Edge of the World

APRÈS COCKTAILS

The Brickhouse Bar and Grill

Located in a beautifully renovated historic building in downtown Fernie, The Brickhouse offers a cool atmosphere and great food with a wonderful patio highlighting views of the Lizard Range. 401 2nd Ave

The Bridge Bistro

Perfectly situated along the Elk River with one of the best decks in town, offering stunning views of Fernie Alpine Resort and the Lizard Range, the Bridge Bistro is a wonderful spot to take a break from your adventure, enjoy a refreshment and soak it all in. 301 Hwy #3

Cirque Restaurant

Located at Lizard Creek Lodge, Cirque is a perfect après bike or hike location or for a sunset with friends. With its popular Ice Bar, the evening can quickly escalate, as you taste some of the world’s best vodka. 5346 Highline Dr.

Freshies Café

With a large outdoor terrace situated on Main Street, Freshies is not only a popular coffee shop, it’s a fantastic place to catch up with friends over a sharing board while tasting some of BC’s finest wines or a signature cocktail. 601A 2nd Ave

Parkplace Pub

The Pub is a great place for après run, hike or bike, catching a sports event on the big screen, a family meal, or socializing with friends. They also have an extensive menu and a large, sunny patio. 742 Hwy 3

GALLERIES

The Arts Station

Home to the Fernie and District Arts Council, the Arts Station is the cultural hub for the community of Fernie and the Elk Valley, hosting a different exhibit each month as well as events for all ages throughout the summer, including the popular Wednesday Social. 601 1st Ave

Fernie Museum

The Fernie Museum not only has an extensive permanent exhibit taking guests through Fernie’s unique and interesting past, it boasts a beautiful gallery space upstairs with a variety of rotating exhibits as well as hosts special events. 491 2nd Ave

TASTING ROOMS

Bramasole

Bringing the unique experience of the Okanagan wineries to Fernie, Bramasole features a variety of BC wines, a cocktail menu, and a light menu of dinner items, boards, appetizers and desserts. Happy hour, a garden patio, and the perfect place to unwind or catch up with friends. 851 7th Ave

Fernie Alpine Springs

A craft brewery for non-alcoholic beverages, Fernie Alpine Springs crafts delicious kombucha using pristine water, organic ingredients and their own recipes. Drop by to fill your growler, purchase a case or to enjoy a tasting and tour, you can book online at ferniealpinesprings.com. 1501 10th Ave

Fernie Brewing Company

Continually growing and in demand, FBC has a beautiful tasting room and a large patio space perfect for après anything! Head down for a flight of their famous brews, raising funds for their Cheers to Charity campaign or complete the Trail to Ale challenge and get a free pint! 26 Manitou Rd.

Fernie Distillers

Informal and yet refined at the same time, Fernie Distillers offers a unique space in the Historic Downtown, to enjoy a tasting and then try to make a choice from their cocktail menu! They also have bottled spirits, apparel and other items for sale. And a wonderful courtyard patio. 531 1st Ave

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Local's Perspective

Greg Barrow

Edge of the World

My journey to Fernie actually began in Banner Elk, North Carolina where in 1981 I opened a white water rafting business. Banner Elk is a ski resort town of 4000. That spring I attended the outdoor show in Las Vegas and in the parking lot of the convention centre were Jake Burton, Tom Sims, Chuck Barfoot and a few others trying to sell snowboards. They weren't allowed inside. I loved what they were doing and thought the boards were the coolest things I had ever seen so I ordered some. So now I'm a snowboard shop as well as rafting. Fast forward to 1999 and talking to Craig Kelly and Jason Ford in Vegas at another trade show they convinced me that I should move to Fernie and open a shop there. So, I visited that spring, fell in love with the hill and the town and moved there that fall and opened Edge of the World - Fernie.

Fernie's shopping scene has grown quite a bit since I've been here, mostly in the summer. Fishing, mountain biking, and just tourism in general is on the uptick for sure. 2nd Ave has developed into a great shopping corridor as all of the stores continue to improve and diversify. Fernie is a wonderful town with great people and a laid back, very friendly attitude. Everyone wants to be here and so they are happy. I'm happy to see Fernie continue at the pace it is. Working in Fernie in the outdoor industry is super fun because you are helping people have fun! Very rewarding!

Q. We live in the Elk Valley because…

A. Because of the people, the outdoor activities and the beauty.

Q. Summer in Fernie is so special because…

A. Because of the biking, the climate, the long days and the beauty.

Q. Something we make sure to do each summer in the valley (at least once!) is...

A. Each summer I make sure to paddle some white water at least once.

Q. One Fernie secret we are willing to share is...

A. Not gonna expose any Fernie secrets, sorry!

SHOPPING

Small, boutique shops each with its own unique offerings and experiences line both the downtown and highway shopping areas, and with each year Fernie welcomes additions to its small-town shopping experience. An epic view of Fernie Alpine Resort on the Lizard Range takes your breath away as you walk from shop to shop, enjoying cafés and restaurants and socializing along the way makes it even more enjoyable. Whether you’re after sports gear or apparel, furnishings for your home, a new outfit for a special event, or a gift for that certain someone, we guarantee that you will find what you’re looking for and more in Fernie.

CLOTHING AND GEAR

Elk River Guiding Co.

The Elk River Guiding Co. is a household name when it comes to fly fishing in the Kootenay region. They also provide handpicked in store gear with trusted adventure brands such as Patagonia and Yeti, all at the convenience of your fingertips. elkriver.ca

Fernie Golf Club – Pro Shop

Offering equipment, clothing, footwear, gloves, logoed merchandise and many accessories from leading manufacturers. They stock brands to meet the needs of the everyday golfer at competitive prices. Visit golffernie.com or head in before or after a round on the course!

Gear Hub

A popular outdoors sports shop offering award winning service and a diverse selection of high-end rentals, and new and used products. They mend, sell, tune, rent, custom fit, and find the products you are after! 401 1st Ave

Giv’Er Shirt Works

Giv’Er delivers high-quality screen printing and embroidered apparel to customers throughout Western Canada and beyond. Producing t-shirts, hoodies and other apparel for businesses, organizations and events, Giv’Er is known for its customer service and is here to help you get the product you are looking for. 1542 10th Ave

GROCERIES

Big Bang Bagels

Feeding the hungry people of Fernie delicious, fresh, exquisite, marvelous banging homemade bagels for over ten years! Pick up yours fresh daily, or a dozen during your stay to ensure you are energized for the day’s adventures! 502 2nd Ave

Earth’s Own Naturals

Carrying a wide selection of flower, pre-rolls, edibles, vape cartridges, drinks, cannabis oils, capsules, bath bombs and topicals, accessories, paper and more, Earth’s Own Naturals provides knowledge and support to clientele and a warm welcome. 502a 8th Ave

Your adventure

starts WITH THE RIGHT GEAR.

We are much more than a fly shop, come check out our gear for all your Fernie Adventures! 791 - 7th Ave. • 250-423-7239

Fernie Alpine Springs

A craft kombucha brewery located in the Annex. Offering fresh organic brews, using alpine spring water. 12 flavours on tap for growler refills or a 16oz glass. Six flavours in bottles, branded wear and goods. Everyone is welcome to visit or look for them this summer at the Baynes Lake and Fernie Farmers' Markets. 1501 10th Ave

Fernie Brewing Co.

Looking for something to bring to that next dinner you’re attending? Fernie Brewing Company offers growlers, bottles and cases of their popular beer. They also carry an impressive variety of branded tanks, t’s, sweaters, hats, bike jerseys, mugs and more. 26 Manitou Rd RR5

Fernie Roasting Company

Offering fresh, delicious small-batch coffee to residents and visitors of the Elk Valley helping to fuel their adventures. Roasted locally, Fernie Roasting Company offers Columbian Supremo beans grown 1200-2000 metres from a cooperative of farms throughout Columbia. fernieroasting.ca

Fernie Distillers

Fernie’s popular craft distillery making fine spirits and liqueurs. The distillery and tasting room are located next to the Legion, where you can view the stills, chat with the distiller and learn about the process or relax in the lounge or patio and enjoy a cocktail. 531 1st Ave

Happy Cow

A popular place to visit any day in summer, Happy Cow Ice Cream is locally made with locally sourced products. Unique and decadent flavours, order to stay or take away, celebrate with an ice cream cake, or choose a popsicle or ice cream sandwich instead! 561 Hwy 3

IGS Value Drug Mart

Located in downtown Fernie and offering a variety of health and household products, gifts and souvenirs, books and magazines, postcards and cards, as well as a full-service pharmacy and lottery ticket centre. Friendly service and knowledgeable staff. 441 2nd Ave