GOES WILD

THE 45TH ANNUAL

FERNIE,BC | MARCH 4-6, 2022

Note: All events are subject to change based on Health Official COVID-19 guidelines.

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GETTING INTO THE SPIRIT OF THE GRIZ

Baby & Junior Griz Photo Contest
Email grizdaysphotocontest@gmail.com
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Feb. 01, 9:00 a.m. – Mar. 01, 5:00 p.m.
Email grizdaysphotocontest@gmail.com
Enter for a chance to be featured in this year's Search for Baby and Junior Griz!
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Where’s the Griz?
Facebook @rockymountainoptometryfernie
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Feb. 28, 9:00 p.m. – Mar. 04, 5:00 p.m.
Facebook @rockymountainoptometryfernie
Hosted by Rocky Mountain Optometry Check out Rocky Mountain Optometry's Facebook page daily to see where the Griz has been spotted. Be the first to comment with the correct location and win a prize! #rockymountaingriz
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Griz Days Beer and Bailout
Fernie
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Mar. 03, 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Fernie, 26 Manitou Rd, Fernie, BC V0B 1M5, Canada
We need your help! Head out to the Brewery to try Fernie Brewing Co.’s special Griz Days Pilot Brew! Help to meet bail and get their staff member Soranne out of Griz Jail. All while raising funds for Fernie Pets Society.
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45th Annual Griz Inspired Storytelling Contest
Email chill@cbal.org
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Mar. 03, 5:00 p.m.
Email chill@cbal.org
The Griz goes wild is this year’s theme! Even his name sounds wild…The Griz. How does The Griz go wild? Does he throw a wild party at the arcade, or does he get out in the wild nature of the Elk Valley?
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4th Annual Griz Inspired Storytelling Contest
chill@cbal.org
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Mar. 03, 7:00 p.m.
chill@cbal.org
The Griz goes wild is this year’s theme! Even his name sounds wild…The Griz. How does The Griz go wild? Does he throw a wild party at the arcade, or does he get out in the wild nature of the Elk Valley?
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FRIDAY, MARCH 4th

Gruffalo Story Walk #1
Fernie
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Mar. 04, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Fernie, 492 3 Ave, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Meet in the library garden for a story walk featuring The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson. This interactive outdoor story experience is open to babies, preschoolers, and their families. Craft bags also available during this time.
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Turns with the Griz
Fernie
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Mar. 04, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. MST
Fernie, 5339 Fernie Ski Hill Rd, Fernie, BC V0B 1M6, Canada
Join the Griz for some turns on the mountain and some photo opts. Use the #grizdays2022 to share on social!
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Senior Griz Curling Bonspiel
Fernie
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Mar. 04, 1:30 p.m.
Fernie, 922 BC-3, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
The Senior Fernie Curling Club will host curling for the 55+ crowd on Griz Friday, March 4. There will be a 1:00 pm draw, and with more than 32 people, a second 3:30 pm draw.
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Rocks of Thunder Curling Bonspiel
Fernie
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Mar. 04, 6:00 p.m.
Fernie, 922 BC-3, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Rocks collide, the clouds shudder and the snow comes! Help the Griz bring his powdery snow to the valley when your foursome vies for the Great Griz Broom during this fun-spiel. All skill levels welcome, just bring your team for a fun night of rock hurling and vigorous sweeping.
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SATURDAY, MARCH 6th

Griz Days Pancake Breakfast
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Fernie, 562 3 Ave, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Bring your friends and family to start your Saturday Griz party with a hearty pancake and sausage breakfast. Catch a glimpse of the Extreme Griz Competitors and cheer them on for their first challenge – the pancake eating contest!
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Snowflake Tea & Sale
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. MST
Fernie, 521 4 Ave, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Hosted by Fernie Catholic Women’s League Bake sale, crafts, tea and more...
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Griz Days Handmade Craft Fair
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Fernie, 902 BC-3, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Check out local artisan crafts at the Griz Days handmade craft sale and support local!
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Grizzly Snow Golf Tournament
Fernie Golf and Country Club
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Mar. 05, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Fernie Golf and Country Club, 201 Fairway Dr, Fernie, BC V0B 1M5, Canada
Golf in the snow – no bugs to distract you! Fun for all at the Fernie Golf Course. A 7(+/-) - hole adventure on the Driving range. Bring your own golf clubs (only 3 allowed – no drivers) or “loaner” clubs will be available at no cost. Snow “golf” balls supplied. Side skill(?) competitions available.
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Extreme Griz Competition
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Fernie, Fernie, BC, Canada
Griz competitors face a number of Grizzly challenges to vie for the Extreme Griz crown! Follow along with the schedule below and cheer them on!
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Gruffalo Story Walk #2
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 12:00 p.m. – Mar. 06, 2:00 p.m.
Fernie, 492 3 Ave, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Meet in the library garden for a story walk featuring The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson. This interactive outdoor story experience is open to babies, preschoolers, and their families. Craft bags also available during this time.
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Elk Valley Rugby in the Snow
Fernie City Hall Grounds
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Mar. 05, 1:00 p.m.
Fernie City Hall Grounds, 501 3 Ave, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
A winter rules fun game of tag/touch SNOW RUGBY. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun!
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Junior Griz Training Grounds
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 1:00 p.m.
Fernie, Downtown, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
To be an Extreme Griz, early training is required! Children of all ages are welcome to join in on this fun sequence of challenges that prepares them to enter the Extreme Griz Competition in future years!
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Franco Fest Family Concert
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Fernie, Downtown, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Jean-François Bastien specializes in popular songs in both French and English, with a wide repertoire to showcase.
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Smoosh Ski Races
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 2:30 p.m.
Fernie, Downtown, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
A returning favorite from years gone by. Teams of 4 will make their way out and back in unison on the smoosh skis with the fastest team being the winner!
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Bed Races
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 3:30 p.m. MST
Fernie, Downtown, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
The good old fashioned bed race! Get a group of 5 people, get a bed, decorate it and come on out to show off your speed to see who is the fastest of all the beds! Don’t have a bed? No problem, we will provide two for anyone wanting to join in on the fun!
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Legion Grizzly Meat Draw
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 4:00 p.m.
Fernie, 551 1st Ave, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Come and join us for a Griz themed Meat draw, where you can win prizes while enjoying a delicious drinks!
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Hot Wing Eating Contest
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 4:00 p.m.
Fernie, Box 1899, 691 1st Ave, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Speed eating hot wings like a Griz! Competitors and spectators are welcome.
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Rocky Mountain Lumber Jack Show #1
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 5:30 p.m.
Fernie, Station Sqaure
Come check out the lumberjack skills at the Rocky Mountain Lumberjack Show. This is a traditional Griz Days event and long-standing fan favorite!
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Light up the night Griz Parade
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 6:30 p.m.
Fernie, 2 Ave, Fernie, BC V0B, Canada
The Griz Parade will light up Main Street as it winds down 2nd Ave, starting at Spa 901 and ending at the Vogue Theatre.
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Rocky Mountain Lumber Jack Show #2
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 7:30 p.m.
Fernie, Downtown, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Come check out the lumberjack skills at the Rocky Mountain Lumberjack Show. This is a traditional Griz Days event and long-standing fan favorite!
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Dance with the Griz
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. MST
Fernie, Downtown, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Come out and enjoy live music, shake your booty and support Twin Meadows Animal Rescue Society by purchasing a beer!
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Griz Days Fireworks
Fernie
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Mar. 05, 8:30 p.m.
Fernie, Downtown, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0, Canada
Celebrate the Griz with a spectacular fireworks display!
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