Raging Elk Dummy Downhill 2026

START TIME	03/08/2026 at 1PM
END TIME	03/08/2026 at 3PM
LOCATION	Fernie Alpine Resort
A highlight of Fernie’s winter Griz Festival! Strictly for fun, this competition features imaginative & hilarious “dummies” on skis launching themselves off a gigantic jump beside the Timber Chair. The dummies can be created from various materials, and creativity is stressed. They are judged on their construction, creativity, theme, the distance they fly off the jump and the carnage factor when they land. Join us on the plaza stage after the Dummy Downhill for a high-energy show from Spandy Andy! Prizes are awarded for the best construction, theme/name, disintegration, flight, and more!

REGISTER YOUR DUMMY HERE

EVENT SCHEDULE

11:30 am Registration and Check-In @ Bottom of Ramp

12:30 pm Dummies on display

1:00 pm Dummy Downhill begins

2:00 pm approx. Spandy Andy Performance at the Plaza

3:00 pm Awards Ceremony

The Spandy Andy performance will begin following the conclusion of the Dummy Downhill.

Join us on the Plaza stage after the Dummy Downhill for a high-energy comedy dance and juggling show from Spandy Andy.

EVENT FEES

A minimum $20 donation to Angel Flight East Kootenay is required to enter.

While $20 is the minimum, teams are encouraged to donate what they can. Thanks to our generous event partners, 100% of the entry fees collected will go directly to Angel Flight East Kootenay.

A special award will be presented to the team that donates the most.

Ways to Donate

Bring a cash donation to registration and check-in on event day.
Donate online through the Angel Flight East Kootenay website and bring your receipt to registration.

DONATE TO ANGEL FLIGHT HERE

DUMMY DOWNHILL RULES

Build Guidelines

No living cells are permitted in the race.
No remote controls or human contact with the dummy after launch.
Dummies must be mounted on skis or a snowboard only.
Names must be suitable for public promotion.
One team member must accompany the dummy to the top of the course to complete the launch.
Teams are responsible for collecting all dummy debris immediately following the event.
Gravel and dirt may not be used for added weight.
No open flame, fireworks, glass, or sharp objects are permitted.
Event organizers reserve the right to disqualify any dummy deemed unsafe to participants or spectators.

Dimensions & Weight Requirements

Height: Minimum 3 ft, maximum 6 ft
Base width: Maximum 3 ft
Maximum weight: 100 lbs, volume-weighted
All entries must pass the official weigh-in

Failure to meet size or safety requirements may result in disqualification.

Post Show Entertainment

Let's Welcome Spandy Andy to Fernie Alpine Resort!

Join us on the Plaza Stage after the Raging Elk Dummy Downhill for family-friendly entertainment from Spandy Andy! Expect high-energy, dance parties, juggling, balancing, and a giant balloon finale! Get ready to spread positive energy in this interactive, fun form of entertainment.

Spandy not only keeps his audience laughing but also imparts valuable life lessons.

FIND OUT MORE HERE

Thanks To Our Sponsors

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Check out their accommodation options for the event HERE

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EVENT FAQs

What are the building dimensions?

Your creations must fall within the following guidelines:
- Dimensions: No higher than 6ft, lower than 3ft or wider than 3ft at the base.
- Weight: Must be less than 100lbs (all crafts must pass the weigh-in and not exceed 100lbs)
- Mounting: Crafts must be on skis or a snowboard

Full set of building rules can be found above

How is the event judged?

All entries will be judged on the following:

Theme
Creativity
Construction
Distance Off Jump
Cargnage Factor Upon Landing

Where can spectators watch?

Spectators can watch from the sides and bottom of the course outside of the fence and rope lines.

Can I donate to Angel Flight without entering a Dummy?

YES! Cash donations will be accepted at the event tent on the day of the event. Or you visit the Angel Flight website to make an online donation - see link above.