Come out for our end of year BBQ put on by PPK Ski Society and our Slush Cup. More details to come closer to the event date.Â
Tuesday Night Uphill Series – Pass Powderkeg
Join us for our first event of the Tuesday Night Uphill Series! The event will start at 6:00PM, registration will be in the lodge. Awards will be handed out after the event (8:00PM) $5.00 Entry for uphill members, $10.00 Entry for non members.Â
Marmot Basin Target Opening Date
The target opening day for Marmot Basin is November 10. Opening is subject to weather and conditions. Check their website for details.
Nakiska Preview Weekend
The first preview weekend at Nakiska will be November 11-13. Checkout their website for more information. Opening is subject to weather and conditions.
Mt Norquay Opening Day
Norquay is scheduled to open for the 2022/23 season on Thursday November 10. Be sure to check out Norquay’s website for up to date weather and events info.
Sunshine Village Opening Week
We’re open for skiing and riding Thursday, November 3rd! Get your ski passes today at skibanff.com
Lake Louise Opening Day
2022/2023 WINTER OPENING DAY Check the Lake Louise website – opening and available terrain/lifts is dependent on weather and conditions.
Griff’s Winter Gear Swap
Consignment Period for Sellers: Saturday 8:00am – 11:00am. Public Sale: Saturday 12:00pm – 6:00pm & Sunday 8:00am – 5:00pm. Location: The Sitzmark, Lake Louise Ski Resort. Free to attend!
Nitehawk Annual Ski & Snowboard Swap
Equipment Drop Off is Friday November 4th from 4:00-8:00pm (please pre-submit your ski swap equipment information on their website). Equipment Sale is Saturday November 5th with three(3) 90-minute viewing times available at 9:00AM, 11:00AM &1:00PM (please pre-book you ski swap viewing time on their website)
Crowsnest Pass Ski Swap
Sales Times: Friday, Nov. 4 / 5:00pm-8:00pm & Saturday Nov. 5 / 9:00am-2:00pm – You must book a time slot to attend. Location: MDM Building, 2802-222 St, Bellevue AB Consignments will be accepted  Friday, Nov. 4 from 4pm-5pm. Consignments ($ for sold gear/pickup of unsold gear) must be settled between 2:00pm-2:30pm on Saturday. Plus, during the ski swap the following services …
Valley Ski Hill Gear Swap
Sunday November 6 Equipment Drop Off 1-2pm. Sale Starts at 2pm. Season Passes will also be on sale!
FIRST TIMER QUESTIONS: How can I get started skiing or snowboarding?
What are the first steps to trying this new sport? If you’ve never tried skiing or snowboarding before, it’s easier than you think to get started. A great place to start is by booking a lesson with one of our friendly instructors. Faye from Snow Valley Ski Club explains how to get started and what to expect as a beginner. …
First Timer Questions: What Jobs Are There in the Ski Industry?
There’s a job for everyone in the ski industry Love Skiing? Want to get more involved in your skiing community, and help others while making money? Why not apply for a job in the ski industry and work where you play? You don’t need prior experience – If you are interested in working at a Ski Area in Alberta and …
Banff Area Hiring Fair
Stop by the booth in the Cascade Shops (2nd floor) on Thursday, October 6 between 1:30pm and 3:30pm – hosted by the Job Resource Centre. Lake Louise, Sunshine Village, Norquay, Nakiska and other area business will be there to showcase our current winter positions, accept resumes, schedule interviews, and answer questions.
Banff Alpine Racers Ski & Sports Swap
Two weekends: October 8 & 9 and 15&16 Consignment October 8. Sale October 9 & 15. Pick up of un-sold consignment items is Oct 16.
Edmonton Ski & Snowboard Show
Oct 22nd & 23rd, 2022 – Edmonton EXPO Centre Saturday 10am – 5pm | Sunday 11am – 5pm
Calgary New & Used Ski Sale
The Calgary New & Used Ski Sale welcomes consignment of new and gently used equipment and clothing from shops and the public. Consignment nights will be October 19 and 20. Sale to be held October 21-23
2022 Snow Valley Ski Swap
Find new and new-to-you skis, snowboards, boots, and other winter gear, or sell your past-season equipment! Saturday – Consignment drop-off Sunday – Shop All proceeds to Snow Valley Ski Club & @svracing.edmonton Much more details to come – stay tuned!
Canyon Ski Resort – Blindman Bier Haus
Based on the original German Oktoberfest, our Oktoberfest is a celebration of local community and local beer! Come dressed up in your Lederhosen or Drindl dress to this fun, social event featuring live music, local craft beers from Blindman Brewing, and authentic German Cuisine. The lodge will be transformed into the Blindman Bierhaus! This is a family friendly event and …
First Timer Questions: How Do I Manage My Risk on the Ski Hill?
Dean from Castle Mountain Resort answers your question! All sports have some level of risk and we look to the Alpine Responsibility Code to guide us and to mitigate that risk. The Alpine Responsibility Code covers things like: Having the right equipment to prevent accidents and runoffs Selecting terrains based on your ability and experience Having local knowledge and awareness …