Description

The Eagle Valley Snowmobile Club (EVSC) in Sicamous, BC was officially incorporated as a non-profit society in 1990, although the club’s informal history can be traced back to the 1950's, when the first emergency shelter for snowmobilers was built on Queest Mountain. Over the decades, this shelter has been rebuilt several times, and the club has also taken on the responsibility of grooming the trails and maintaining the shelters on Eagle Pass, Owlhead and Blue Lake. Since 2005, the club has maintained a Stewardship Management Agreement for the caribou habitat on Queest Mountain in partnership with the BCSF. Maintenance and grooming on snowmobile trails provides a designated route for outdoor recreationalists to safely access the alpine backcountry and for them to return home at the end of their excursions. In addition to winter trail grooming, the club is also responsible for stocking the shelters with firewood and supplies, and for maintenance and repairs as needed.  The EVSC was founded by volunteers and continues to rely heavily on volunteers to remain active and financially sustainable. As the club has grown significantly since its inception, we now also employ up to 15 full-time and part-time seasonal employees who perform maintenance tasks and who collect trail fees. Our employees are essential to our ability to consistently provide high-quality trail grooming throughout the winter and for ensuring the safety of everyone using the trails. Thank you for your support!