Baldy Community - since 1968: March 2025

Monday, March 31, 2025

Last Shoe of the Season

Hello Baldy Babes,

A snowy morning for our last snowshoe of the season. Fresh muffins, coffee and Primrose's smiling face wearing her "crazy" hat taking such precious care of us.

Taking the Baldy Trail from the Lodge warmed up our muscles with a stop in front of the Tinhorn Lodge to pick up Deb for our shoe.

Once we entered the forest the fresh snow under our shoes became very quiet.

A group photo at the Stripper Pole and back Webster Trail to the Lodge for a delicious lunch.

Menu: Chicken Noodle Soup, Pulled Pork on a Brioche bun with slaw and fries, Carrot Cake dessert & wine.

A HUGE THANK YOU for the gift baskets presented to Hilary, Cheryl and I, yes I cried, so grateful.

Looking forward to seeing your smiling faces in 2026 or sooner!

Take care,

Marian

Crazy Hat Day

Officially my measuring stick said the storm brought 10cms. When my friend and I were out there from just before noon until 2:00, our jackets were getting covered in snow on the chair, and it certainly felt like more than 10cms. ( it has started snowing again at 5:00pm)

We found our best turns cruising down Jolly Jack and Baldy Trail, where the snow was perfect, and the visibility just fine.

Strata roads are not plowed.

From the chair, the last ladies snow shoe of the season.

Don't get excited by the strata minutes, there are some inaccuracies, I have connected with Brandan.

I sent a note to the strata president.

Thank-you Joan for this great write up of the Baldy Talent Show

Joan Niemeier

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Baldy Talent Night Shines with Laughter, Music, and Creativity!

Saturday, March 29th—The annual Baldy Talent Night was a resounding success. It brought together a lively mix of entertainment, laughter, and community spirit. The event showcased diverse talents, making for an unforgettable evening filled with surprises and heartfelt performances.

Our youth entrants wowed the audience with impressive skills, including a joke-telling juggler, snow boot line dancers, an Irish jig performance, a charismatic lip-sync artist dressed to the nines, and a dazzling gymnastics routine. Their energy and enthusiasm set the stage for a night of pure enjoyment.

The Baldy Babes delivered a show-stopping original performance to the Beach Boys’ classic “Good Vibrations,” humorously highlighting the missing undergarments on the stripper pole, paying tribute to Baldy’s cancer survivors, and delving into a whimsical tale of missing gnomes and a mysterious gift. The evening continued with an international flair, featuring Scottish dancing and bagpipes, an Irish ballad, and a nostalgic sing-along to well-known commercials. Additionally, a captivating fine art demonstration culminated in a stunning portrait of Randal Smith.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to Hilary for her exceptional organization of the event, Vance Porter for his charismatic hosting as MC, our dedicated panel of judges, and the incredible Baldy Bar staff who kept everyone well-fed and hydrated throughout the night.

Baldy Talent Night truly had something for everyone, celebrating the diverse and creative talents within our community. We look forward to another night of fun and entertainment next year!

Monday

Last day of March, and it is snowing. For those who have gone back to school, we'll have a run for you.

I will keep the calendar up top, so you can easily see the chair of the day.

Saturday, March 29, 2025

Staffing Challenges

We are fortunate to have a great snowpack, and extended season. At the start of the season, there was a full compliment of lift operators, and a few part timer spares. Before the holidays were over, those who wanted part time were working full time.

Things are stretched now to the point that I was loaded by an electrician yesterday, and the hill manager today. Being a lift operator involves some of the time outside in inclement weather. There are operators who do well and come back for a second season, and those who don't last a season. For those who stick it out, there is an end of season bonus.

Tomorrow starts the one chair per day, see the calendar above for the schedule.

Alpine Base this morning.

Saturday

Great groomer and off piste skiing this morning.

If you have tentative skiers, take them to Jolly Jack. It was great this morning.
Parking lot almost full, but not enough people to track up all of the new snow.
For those of you who have told me you have not met BMR's manager, chances are he loaded you on the Eagle this morning.
Spring staffing challenges - in another post.

Happy Birthday

This Baldy long timer has been enjoying being younger than me for just over two months. Today, she has caught up to me again. A hard working Baldy volunteer.

Friday, March 28, 2025

Prescribed Burn coming up in Rock Creek Area

BC Wildfire Service

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To help reduce the risk of wildfires, we are supporting the Selkirk Resource District Risk Reduction Program in conducting a prescribed burn within the community of Rock Creek.

A potential burn window has been identified for this burn, covering up to 69 hectares. This project could begin as early as Tuesday, April 1, although the exact timing of this burn will depend on weather and site conditions.

In the days leading up to the main burn, smoke may be visible as part of blacklining operations. Blacklining is when fuels are pre-burnt in small sections next to the burn perimeter to reinforce containment lines.

Smoke may impact residents near the burn area and may be visible from Rock Creek and surrounding communities, and to motorists travelling along Highway 3 and 33.

For more information: https://blog.gov.bc.ca/.../prescribed-burn-planned-for.../

Learn about prescribed burn project planning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgA7cnJIYtA

Baldy Blue Jays

Thank-you volunteers with the Baldy Blue-Jays program this winter. You make a difference!

Thanks Nancy Thomas for this photo from the training session early this season. I saw Rod, Lyle and Nancy in action this season.

The adaptive lessons I taught years ago were very rewarding.

Friday - I should have asked Jake..........

I was warned of the visibility up top this morning, and decided to go out and do some laps on Jolly Jack this afternoon. It was not groomed from the lake to JJ Shortcut, so I only did it once.

Time to deal with the driveway, before the bigger dump in the forecast for tonight.