Lift Lines. Humans of Norquay. More Than A Quickie.
More Than A Quickie: Bonnie Wiegele has been in it for the long haul. At 86, Bonnie Wiegele swims at least four times a week at the Fairmont Banff Springs. It’s where I caught up with her to ask what Norquay has meant to her over the years — a selective conversation that could go […]
Lift Lines. Humans of Norquay. A Hill Makes Space for Snowboarding
Like many free-range kids of the 1980s, Andrew Hardingham’s folks would drop him off at Norquay and leave him to his own devices. Like many free-range kids of the 1980s, Andrew Hardingham’s folks would drop him off at Norquay and leave him to his own devices. A graveyard of old gondolas and chairlifts at the […]
Lift Lines. Humans of Norquay. The Mountain Smoker!
The Burnt Boot, awarded to the winner of each years Mountain Smoker Communities are built on lore—stories with just enough detail to convince you they might be true, and an overdose of magic to make you suspend common sense. The origin story of Norquay’s infamous Mountain Smoker goes like this: On March 17 th , […]
Lift Lines: Humans of Norquay. The Racing Era.
This blog will meander—perhaps appropriately for a piece about ski racing. Like a racecourse, it takes twists and turns; I’m covering a lot of ground in few words, so I’ll try not to hook a tip. The people behind ski racing at The Quay are far less ephemeral than ruts carved into a slope. Their names mark […]
Lift Lines: Humans of Norquay. The Jumping Era.
“I used to walk up the gully with my dad—we were going up to watch the jumping. It was a big deal then.”—Eddie Hunter Listening to my dad recall a childhood memory of Norquay, I’m reminded this isn’t just his—it’s a thread through generations. My father is as old as Mount Norquay itself, but at […]
A Century of Stewardship at Norquay
As one of the first resorts in Canada to run entirely on green energy, Norquay is raising the standard for sustainability and proving that a world-class mountain experience can also be environmentally responsible. After more than thirty five years on the mountain, John Thornton, Norquay’s Manager of Planning and Environmental Programming, has developed a profound […]
Norquay has a Plan to Help Tackle Congestion in Banff
You’ve likely read the news headlines: vehicle congestion in Canada’s first national park has reached a tipping point. On Canada Day weekend, Banff saw 33,000 vehicles enter the townsite in a single day. It was the second-highest daily total on record, surpassed only by Canada Day 2017. Traffic congestion occurs when more than 24,000 vehicles […]
Local Owners Reinvest in Hill and Community
Guests may not always see it, but every visit to Norquay supports something bigger than a day on the mountain. “Every dollar spent at Norquay stays in Banff and supports our community; it doesn’t disappear into the hands of distant shareholders,” said Andre Quenneville, Norquay’s General Manager. “We reinvest it right back into the mountain […]
Norquay 100 Vision to Shape Hill’s Future
World Cup alpine ski racer and two-time Olympian Ken Read grew up skiing at Norquay. In fact, for three generations his family has spent time on the mountain perfecting their sport. Ken knows Norquay’s slopes, its history, and importance to Canadian ski culture. For Ken, Norquay’s 100-year vision and the hill’s evolution as a year-round […]
Fire Bloom Lager: Brewing Hope from the Ashes of Wildfire
Calgary’s Best of Kin Brewery has crafted a beer that’s more than just a drink—it’s a commitment to regeneration and resilience. Introducing Fire Bloom Lager, a seasonal brew inspired by nature’s power to heal itself after devastation. What makes Fire Bloom truly special isn’t just its crisp, golden taste or the delicate sweetness of its […]
Conquer the Snow-Covered Trails on a Fat Bike!
Winter has descended upon the stunning landscapes of Banff, painting its trails with a pristine layer of snow. While the snow-capped peaks and frozen lakes create a breathtaking winter wonderland, it doesn’t mean you have to hang up your biking gear. Introducing an exciting addition to Bike Banff’s offerings – Fat Bike Rentals! Now, you […]
The Race Must Go On: Olympic Dreams, Training Schedules, Downtime, and Staying Motivated on the World Circuit
We catch up with Norquay Alumni, Ski Racer Jeffrey Read When we last spoke with Jeffrey Read, member of the Canadian Alpine Ski Race Team and son of Crazy Canuck Ken Read, he was in the midst of the 2019/20 racing season. Needless to say, a lot has happened since then! We caught up with […]
