Kootenay Coldsmoke Powder Fest
February 24-26, 2023
Kootenay Coldsmoke Powder Festival is a 3-day celebration of backcountry exploration. This grassroots festival features backcountry clinics, competitions, and ski-themed arts and culture programming both in Nelson and at the resort.
The Venue
Perched in the Selkirk Mountains, within the shadow of Ymir Peak, Whitewater Ski Resort is a place like no other. With an average of 12 meters (40 feet) of annual snowfall each winter, it provides an intimate location with a variety of world class terrain. Featuring some of the most accessible lift-accessed backcountry terrain, it attracts destination travelers from all over the world.
Demo Village
During Coldsmoke, Whitewater transforms to host an impressive ski demo village featuring a wide range of brands and demo fleets. This village is your home base for product knowledge, the latest gear, and access to industry professionals in the field.
The Schedule
Friday
• Demo Village
• Live Music at Glory Lodge
Saturday
• Managing Avy Terrain Clinic
• Demo Village
• Live Music
• Community Events
• Intro to Backcountry Clinic
• Inbound Clinic
Sunday
• Managing Avy Terrain Clinic
• Intro to Backcountry Clinic
• Inbound Clinic
• BBQ & Beer Garden
• Artists in Residence Painting Lessons
Contact
Cassie Gibbons
Events and Content Coordinator
events@skiwhitewater.com