Big Red Cats
Cat skiing BC offers paradise for powderhounds – freshies galore!
With access to eight mountains and over 500 runs on 19,300 acres (7,810 hectares) Big Red Cats has plenty of cat skiing terrain to choose from so you won't get bored here. This is the equivalent of having access to twice the size of
Whistler ski resort, and only having to share it with a small group, rather than thousands of other skiers who steal all your fresh lines.
Add to this 5 very well decked out snowcats and this makes Big Red Cats one of the largest cat ski operation in the world!
Cat Skiing Packages Cat skiing anywhere in BC Canada is pretty good, but Big Red Cats has some elements that make it distinctive. This is one of few operations that provide the option of one day trips, so if your time and/or budget are limited you don't have to miss out. However it is likely that after one day of cat skiing you’ll only want to do more, so there is also the option of several multi-day packages with BRC.
One of the major benefits of packages with Big Red Cats is that you can choose your own accommodation that varies from budget ($60/night including breakfast) to something a bit more luxurious. You can stay in Rossland or at Red Mountain ski resort, and enjoy all that the town and resort have to offer – après, nightlife, restaurants and shopping.
Of course, another advantage of cat skiing with Big Red Cats is that you can combine some cat skiing with resort skiing at
Red Mountain.
Here are a few multi-day packages BRCs has on offer:
7 Summit Package - 7 nights budget accommodation plus 6 days of cat skiing with BRCs.
Tiger Package - 4 nights budget accommodation plus 3 days of cat skiing.
Flexipass Package - 7 nights budget accommodation 3 days of cat skiing (leaving 3 days to explore Red Mountains and /or Whitewater).
Long Weekend - 3 nights budget accommodation plus 2 days cat skiing.
Big Powdercat Safari - 7 nights budget accommodation plus 2 days cat skiing with BRC plus 2 days cat skiing with Valhalla Powdercats (leaving 2 days to explore Red Mountains and /or Whitewater).
All BRCs cat sking days include lunch, snacks, water, avalanche safety gear and briefing and qualified guiding. Packages above also include daily cooked breakfast.
Where is BRC Located? Big Red Cats is based at
Red Mountain Resort near Rossland, British Columbia. It is not far from the US border and just 2.5 hours north of Spokane International Airport, from where there are various shuttle services. The closest airport is at Castlegar which is only half an hour away, but flights here have the risk of being cancelled due to low visibility. Castlegar is unaffectionately known as “Cancelgar”. If undertaking a road trip of the Powder Triangle, the other option is to fly into Kelowna which is 3.5 hours away.
Cat Ski Terrain Even though BRC is based at Red Mountain the actual terrain utilised is about a 15 minute drive from the ski resort. The operation is large and with up to 3 cats operating each day, Big Red Cats can provide separate trips that specifically cater to intermediates, advanced or experts. Intermediates can cruise through mellow meadows, whereas expert riders can play in alpine bowls and amongst the trees on steep runs.
The size of the terrain available is large, but the operators are undertaking more development work to cut more roads and do more glading, which will further increase the skiable terrain.
Accommodation OptionsRed Shutter Inn - is a rustic budget style lodge with a ski club feel located in the heart of Red Mountain village. 6 bedrooms each sleeping 1-2 people (a double plus queen bed in each room). Some with private bathrooms. Includes daily cooked breakfast. Outdoor hot tub and sauna.
A-Frame Cabin - a cosy little 2 bedroom self-contained cabin for up to 4 guests. 2 bedrooms with extra large single beds that can be pushed together if required. Wood stove, cappuccino machine, flat creen TVA and ccess to hot tub and sauna.
Big Red Lodge - ideal for groups of up to 12 people (a full cat load!!). Rates based on 12-share. Luxury appointed and very stylish located in the middle of Red Mountain village. 6 bedrooms (2 high quality beds in each room), 2 living rooms, 3 bathrooms plus hot tub, BBQ, TV, DVD, Wireless internet, wood stove, gas fireplace and lots more...
Rams Head Inn - A cosy lodge style accommodation located at the entrance to Red Resort. Cooked breakfast comfy rooms in a range of configurations.
There are also many other options for accommodation in Red Mountain Resort and also in down-town Rossland. Just ask for details when you submit and enquiry if none of the above suit and BRC will be able to recommend other options.
More Reasons To Go Snowcat Skiing With Big Red Cats Big Red Cats are a reputable operator, and have a good emphasis on safety and the environment. The cat skiing is good value for money, especially when you consider the quality of the skiing. They also offer special rates for students and teenagers making it an affordable for the whole family to join in on the fun.
Be a powderhound and go cat skiing with BRC to do what powderhounds do best – sniff out that powder, and enjoy all the fresh lines.
This video will get the juices going...
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