Island Lake Lodge Offers a Number of Great Deals, Including Generous Day Skiing Packages

April 9, 2010 - PRLog -- Fernie, British Columbia, Canada – Everybody skier wants to experience the thrill of laying fresh tracks in deep, dry powder as often as possible, which is something the folks at Island Lake Resort, located just outside of Fernie British Columbia, know and understand well. As a pioneer in the sport of Catskiing, this Rocky Mountain ski resort was one of the first operations of its type; it set quite a precedent years ago, by becoming the first resort ever to own its own ski terrain.

While many British Columbian resorts operate on Crown Land and make use of broad expanses of publicly owned property known as tenures to carry out their activities, very few actually hold deeds to their own land. Island Lake Resort, on the other hand, does not fall under this category, but sits instead on over 7000 acres of premium, privately owned back country ski terrain. Located in the heart of the Lizard Range section of the Western Canadian Rockies, in an area known as the Cedar Valley, Island Lake Lodge is one of Canada’s most swell known ski destinations and was recently named one of the top places to stay on the planet by none other than National Geographic Traveler, arguably the world’s most well respected travel publication.

The main reason for Island Lake’s popularity, however, stems not from its proud history as a pioneer in the world of Catskiing, nor from the fact that lodge’s owners also hold a deed to the land the resort sits on, but is instead a result of the copious amounts of dry powdery snow that grace the slopes of the Lizard Range each year, making Island Lake one of the best places to ski on the planet. The resort offers its guests the opportunity to experience a wide variety thrilling ski runs that vary substantially in intensity, length, altitude and type. The lodge’s vast terrain offers a great many options for skiers and snowboarders of all ages and skill levels. Simply put, there is something for everybody at Island Lake, which is why so many skiers and snowboarders from around the globe flock here each year in search of an outdoor experience that only the breathtakingly gorgeous, snow covered slopes of the Canadian Rockies are capable of providing.            

Aside from a seemingly endless assortment of steep ridge lines, gladed tree runs and open bowls to shred, the location also offers skiers a chance to experience lavish accommodations and gourmet dining in a spectacular natural setting. In fact, Island Lake serves up some of Western Canada’s finest cuisine and the resort’s four luxury lodges provide guests with an opportunity to relax in style after a long, exciting day of skiing.

But a trip to Island Lake doesn’t come cheap. In fact, even during the low season, a 2 day stay at one of the resort’s posh winter lodges can cost as much as $1,500 or more per person. And that’s if you can even get a room. Due to its limited capacity and immense popularity, Island Lake is usually booked solid at least one year in advance.

While some people go out of their way to save up enough cash to make an Island Lake vacation a reality, others simply can afford it. That’s why Island lake is now offering day skiing packages for under $300 per person. These convenient packages are meant to give avid skiers and snowboarders with more modest budgets a chance to enjoy the same great skiing that guests who sleep at the resort do, without having to spring for accommodations and as well. The deal also targets local skiers, who live relatively close to the resort, and yearn for an opportunity to explore its extensive terrain. This special is just one of many deals and promotions currently being offered by Island Lake Lodge. More information about these offers is available at: http://www.islandlakecatskiing.com/packages.

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Island Lake Lodge is a back country resort located on 7,000 acres of mountainous terrain near Fernie B.C. Canada, just beyond the Mount Fernie Provincial Park. Island Lake Resorts consist of Island Lake Catskiing in addition to Powder Cowboy Catskiing and Mica Heliskiing.