PGBRS

Thanks so much to everyone that came out to the screening last weekend. We were able to raise $1640 to put towards local climbing route development.

If you attended and have any feedback on the event we’d love to hear from you.

Photo: Hardy Griesbauer
Location: Purgatory Crag

Red Cabin is open to book now through April 5th and with some snow in the forecast this could be a great time for one last hut trip before summer! Book now at the https://www.pgbrs.org/red-cabin-booking-form/?view=roomdetails&roomid=6

Red Mountain & Mount Baldy Access Update: We have been informed that the railway crossing gate at 1.7 km on the Fraser Flats Road will be locked during periods of non-industrial use. This is related to requirements of a crossing agreement with CN. This will likely happen within the next week or so. In addition the crossing at 1.7km is scheduled for repairs this summer, the exact date is unknown at this time. During this period pedestrian access will be restricted. For those heading into the Red Cabin access is still available using the Penny trailhead.

Any further updates on this closure will be posted on the PGBRS Instagram, Facebook, and website. You can also email [email protected] with any questions.

Avalanche awareness night was a blast! It was awesome to see so many folks from the community come out and support the event.

Thanks to all the presenters and partners that made the night possible:


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PGBRS and OVERhang invite you to be inspired and join us on March 28th at UNBC - Canfor Theatre for a showing of The Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival world tour films. This event features a selection of films from the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival films and includes an incredible line-up of captivating stories from around the world. Funds raised from this event will go towards local climbing route development and maintenance in the Prince George area.

Tickets at the following link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/vancouver-international-mountain-film-festival-vimff-tickets-1982742430985?aff=oddtdtcreator

PGBRS - Prince George Backcountry Recreation Society Bookings for all cabins are currently open 4 MONTHS in advance (with a rolling window)To our knowledge, here is a snow plowing report for this winter: Pass Lake FSR (Access to the Farm) will not be plowed this winterHungary Creek FSR (Access to Raven/Grizzly/8-mile) will not be plowedLongworth trail...

PGBRS Cabin Booking System Update!
Effective immediately the booking system for the PGBRS Cabins (Raven, Grizzly, Red, The Farm, and Longworth) has been changed to a 4 month rolling system from a Summer and Winter intake system. This has been done in part to avoid system crashes due to heavy volumes when the seasonal bookings open. This approach will require a bit more planning by parties and will hopefully reduce the frenzied bookings on past opening nights. This system should also be easier on the volunteers managing the booking system. Over the years we have heard a lot of feedback on the cabin booking system, hopefully this will address some of the common complaints. This change is now live on the PGBRS booking page.

We will trial this system out to see how it works and may adjust down the road. We are also looking at more sophisticated booking software, but that comes with a heftier price tag. Thank you.

Pictured: Grizzly Den Cabin

Avalanche Awareness Night
OVERhang, Ruckus, Avalanche Canada, and PGSAR are hosting an Avalanche Awareness Evening at Otway.

This evening is designed to be hands-on, informative, and accessible for anyone who spends time in the winter backcountry.

The event will be held Monday February 23rd:
6pm-7pm: hands-on practice session at the Transceiver Park
7pm-9pm: avalanche presentations, demos, prizes, snacks and social with beverages at the Main Lodge at CNSC (Otway).

Join us for the PGBRS Annual General Meeting! Dec 8. 7PM at OVERhang (Big shout out to OVERhang for providing us with a venue!)

All are welcome, no commitment necessary.

We will hear reports from our 14 member clubs, and from our directors.

There will be elections. We are looking for:
- President
- Vice-President
- Multiple Director at Large positions
(Feel free to e-mail [email protected] if you would like more info about the positions)

At the AGM, you will hear final updates on the Longworth Lookout and Grizzly Den rebuild projects. Updates on current work on the Troll Lake Cabin will be presented. Our finances will be presented.

We hope you can join in person or online!
Please e-mail us for the link.

Backcountry Night! ❄️
December 4th @ Ruckus – 6:30 PM
Come hang out for an evening of backcountry basics, gear progression, route planning, and smart decision-making. We’ll chat about what to pack, choosing the right skis/boots/bindings, AST 1 vs AST 2, finding new zones (maps + apps), sled-access tips, cabins & huts, and more — all in a laid-back community setting.
Snacks + Drinks provided.
Free to attend.
Everyone welcome.
Come learn, connect, and get stoked for winter. 🏔️🎿

CABINE FEVER III WAS AWESOME

Huge sold-out event, great times, amazing support. From the silent auction, t-shirt sales, cabin lottery and ticket sales, we were able to raise over $11,000 for backcountry recreation (net).

Huge thanks to our invited speaker Nathan Menounos recounting "6 million steps" across the Pacific Crest Trail.

This event would not have been possible without our generous sponsors:

- Dezaiko Lodge: Full, guided 7-day backcountry ski trip to heli-access Dezaiko Lodge for 2
https://www.dezaikolodge.com/

- Chinook Yoga: Annual Membership and One Month Unlimited Membership
https://chinookyoga.com/

- Powder King Mountain Resort: Two day passes with rentals
https://www.powderking.com/

- Mr Mike's: Gift Certificate
https://mrmikes.ca/

- Works from Local Artists: Evan Dux
https://evanduxmedia.ca/

- Works from local Artist: Cliff Mann
https://www.facebook.com/CliffMannPainter/

- Robson Backcountry Adventures: Half-day guided side-by-side hiking tour
http://www.robsonbackcountryadventures.ca/

- Caledonia Nordic: Season Pass and Swag
https://caledonianordic.com/

- Ruckus Skis Boards & Bikes: Avi Probe and Ski Items
https://www.ruckuspg.ca/

- Stride & Glide Sports: Gift Certificate
http://www.strideandglide.ca

- Corlane Sporting Goods PG: Jet Boil
https://www.corlanes.com/

- Sunset Yoga Studio : 5 Classes
https://sunsetstudio.ca/

- OVERhang: Adult Day Pass with Rentals
https://www.overhang.ca/

- PGBRS : Farm Cabin booking Jan 29-Feb 1, 2026; Red Mountain Cabin booking Feb 12-15, 2026
www.pgbrs.org

We've got two more sponsors for the CABIN FEVER III silent auction!
Event is SOLD OUT. No tickets at the door.

NEW ADDITIONS:

- Chinook Yoga: Annual Membership and One Month Unlimited Membership
https://chinookyoga.com/

- Powder King: Two day passes with rentals
https://www.powderking.com/

PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED:

- Dezaiko Lodge: Full, guided 7-day backcountry ski trip to heli-access Dezaiko Lodge for 2 people !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
https://www.dezaikolodge.com/

- Works from Local Artists: Evan Dux
https://evanduxmedia.ca/

- Works from local Artist: Cliff Mann Painter
https://www.facebook.com/CliffMannPainter/

- Robson Backcountry Adventures: Half-day guided side-by-side hiking tour
http://www.robsonbackcountryadventures.ca/

- Caledonia Nordic: Season Pass and Swag
https://caledonianordic.com/

- Ruckus Skis Boards & Bikes: Avi Probe and Ski Items
https://www.ruckuspg.ca/

- Stride & Glide Sports: Gift Certificate
http://www.strideandglide.ca

- Corlane Sporting Goods PG: Jet Boil
https://www.corlanes.com/

- Sunset Yoga Studio: 5 Classes
https://sunsetstudio.ca/

- OVERhang: Adult Day Pass with Rentals
https://www.overhang.ca/

- PGBRS: Farm Cabin booking Jan 29-Feb 1, 2026; Red Mountain Cabin booking Feb 12-15, 2026 www.pgbrs.org

LOTTERY
There is also a lottery for 15$ to win an ADVANCED BOOKING of any PGBRS cabin for 3 nights (before booking system opens) from May 1 2026 - May 1 2027 (must decide date ahead of public opening) *dates to be approved by PGBRS*

SILENT AUCTION - IF YOU DON'T HAVE A TICKET
If you would like to bid on any item, but do not have a ticket, here are some options:
- Find someone who is going and get their cell number!
- E-mail us during the event and we will do our best to help
- Show up in person, add your bid, but you can't stay (venue capacity)

Cabin Fever III is officially SOLD OUT. No tickets at the door.
Details: www.pgbrs.org/events

There is so much support for backcountry recreation in PG!!!!

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The schedule of the Evening:
- 5:30 Doors Open
- 6:00 Dinner, Social, Silent Auction
- 7:00 Presentations
-- PGBRS Projects and Direction (10 min)
-- PGBRS History (10 min)
-- Trip Report: Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail Solo (30-40 min)
- Music and merriment
- 9:00 Silent auction closes
- Music and merriment

*Minors need to be out by 10PM

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HUGE THANK YOU TO THE LOCAL COMPANIES AND CLUBS WHO HAVE DONATED ITEMS FOR OUR SILENT AUCTION:

- Dezaiko Lodge: Full, guided 7-day backcountry ski trip to heli-access Dezaiko Lodge for 2 people !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
https://www.dezaikolodge.com/

- Works from Local Artists: Evan Dux
https://evanduxmedia.ca/

- Works from local Artist: Cliff Mann Painter
https://www.facebook.com/CliffMannPainter/

- Robson Backcountry Adventures: Half-day guided side-by-side hiking tour
http://www.robsonbackcountryadventures.ca/

- Caledonia Nordic: Season Pass and Swag
https://caledonianordic.com/

Ruckus Skis Boards & Bikes: Avi Probe and Ski Items
https://www.ruckuspg.ca/

- Stride & Glide Sports: Gift Certificate
http://www.strideandglide.ca

- Corlane Sporting Goods PG: Jet Boil
https://www.corlanes.com/

- Sunset Yoga Studio: 5 Classes
https://sunsetstudio.ca/

- OVERhang: Adult Day Pass with Rentals
https://www.overhang.ca/

- PGBRS: Farm Cabin booking Jan 29-Feb 1, 2026; Red Mountain Cabin booking Feb 12-15, 2026
www.pgbrs.org

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LOTTERY

There is also a lottery for 15$ to win an ADVANCED BOOKING of any PGBRS cabin for 3 nights (before booking system opens) from May 1 2026 - May 1 2027 (must decide date ahead of public opening) *dates to be approved by PGBRS*

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SILENT AUCTION - IF YOU DON'T HAVE A TICKET

If you would like to bid on any item, but do not have a ticket, here are some options:
- Find someone who is going and get their cell number!
- E-mail us during the event and we will do our best to help
- Show up in person, add your bid, but you can't stay (venue capacity)