Fernie Travel Planner-Summer 2024 | Page 17

Great ways to explore Fernie ’ s culture and vibe :
• Discover history and heritage at the Fernie Museum and the Miner ’ s Walk at City Hall .
• Visit the Fernie Arts Co-op to see and purchase local and regional art .
• Stroll through the Mountain Market at Rotary Park , held every Sunday through summer , or seek out craft fairs held throughout the year .
• Stop by Fernie Distillers , Fernie Brewing Co , Beanpod Gelato and Chocolate , Le Bon Pain bakery , or Rooftop Roasters to sample locally made products and learn about their artisan production .
• Take a Guided Interpretive Walking Tour with the Fernie Museum or pick up the Art and Heritage Walking Tour Brochures for selfguided tours .
• Visit the Arts Station to enjoy inspired local art , connect with local artists and learn new skills .
• Chat with the pros in one of Fernie ’ s bike , ski , fishing or motorsport shops to get the inside scoop .
• Experience Fernie ’ s food truck scene on HW # 3 , featuring a pleasant open-air dining area . Miner ’ s Mud will fuel your adventures with freshly brewed coffee and baked goodies or sample Vietnamese fusion at The Chopstick Truck .
• Balance your chakras with a meditation , chanting , or yoga class at Mantra Spirit Studio in the heart of Historic Downtown .
• Pick up the latest in the mountain lifestyle fashion at Freyja Kootenay Boutique or Ghostrider Trading , or shop for Canadian-made brands at Coal Town Goods .
• Dance to local live bands , check out art exhibits , get creative at a workshop or sign up for a race or contest . Find details at tourismfernie . com / events .
For more cultural content , pick up the Fernie & Elk Valley Cultural Guide and visit elkvalleyculture . com 17