KPOW Cat Skiing at Fortress Mountain

03/28/2026

WINTER ISN'T OVER YET!
70cm of powder this week and 47cm forecast for next!
Thursday, Friday & Saturday spots still available
Get your late-season pow fix at KPOW! Book now: www.kpow.ca

03/18/2026

Did you know, Fortress isn’t just about awesome cat skiing? Check out the clip below!

Mad Dogs & Englishmen Dogsled Expeditions Inc

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02/09/2026

Hello Fortress Friends! Some very exciting news!!

Please welcome to the Fortress Family Ridge North America and Western Securities, the new major Canadian partners in the Fortress Mountain Resort development. With Fortress’ recent designation as one of Alberta’s first All Season Resort locations, the Fortress group is now inviting Albertans to provide feedback to help shape the future of this iconic mountain. Please feel free to participate, no later than February 27, 2026 by visiting www.fortressmountainresort.com for development plan details and survey access www.surveymonkey.com/r/DMS5BYB; we value your honest feedback!!

Exciting times Fortress Friends! Exciting times!

* Note: please do not provide feedback via commenting on this post as it is not tracked as part of the public consult. Please visit either the www.fortressmountainresort.com website or email [email protected] *

A Bold New Chapter for Alberta TourismFortress Mountain Resort is re‑imagining the Kananaskis region as a world‑class, four‑season destination. Our master plan blends recreation, hospitality, and environmental stewardship to create unforgettable experiences year‑round. From alpine adventure ...

12/23/2025

Hey Fortress Fans! Looking for a last minute holiday treat!? We still have space this Saturday & Sunday, and conditions are epic!! Snowpack is over 170cm (more than all of last year!!) and we've had 80+cm in the past 10 days! The Snow Safety team has been hard at it keeping the place ready, and even fitting in some time for a few wiggles here or there! Book your seats while they last at www.kpow.ca

12/10/2025

Hi Fortress Fans, coming to you LIVE from the snow globe!! Over 50cms of white gold so far this week, what an amazing December!! We've been working hard to build all our roads and prep for KPOW 2025/26 opening day this Saturday, December 13. Still some spaces available if you want a December powder fix! Book em quick by stopping www.kpow.ca, not sure they will last for long!

12/01/2025

Hello Fortress Fans. Some very sad news to share in the Fortress world; Mel Folden (Mountain Mel), long time caretaker of Fortress, friend, father, grandfather, and 100% legend, peacefully passed away on November 12, 2025 surrounded by his family in Calgary. Mel was 84 years old.

The love that Mel had for Fortress is something that we will never forget, and his friendly smile and never ending stories were something that everyone who met him loved. It was an absolute honour to share this special place with Mel over the years and he will be immensely missed by all of us. Mel's legacy at Fortress will go on for ages, and we will never forget him. Sending our love and condolences to Mel's family and his many thousands of friends. At his family's request, it will be our honour to facilitate having Mel's ashes spread at his favourite place on earth, Fortress Lake.

Rest in peace Mel, you absolute legend!

11/23/2025

The snow is hitting!! Not quite ready to challenge a day of KPOW Cat Skiing at Fortress Mountain but still want to play in the snow? Or just waiting for KPOW Cat Skiing at Fortress Mountain to start up for the season? Did you know we offer dogsledding at Fortress through our partners at Mad Dogs & Englishmen Dogsled Expeditions Inc? We're not 100% sure, but this may be the only place around already running this season (photos from today)!!! Check em out and see ya up at the Fort for a run, a lounge in the sled, and some hot chocco!



https://www.maddogsexpeditions.com/fortress-mountain-experience

03/08/2025

A tip of the hat to the Women staff of Fortress on this International Women's Day!! Highly talented, professional, friendly, amazing skiers / riders, and always entertaining.... Fortress & KPOW Cat Skiing would not be the same without every single one of you!

10/03/2024

10/02/2024

HAPPY RETIREMENT MOUNTAIN MEL!

On Sept 14, Fortress hosted a very special celebration. Our legendary caretaker Mountain Mel has retired, a very well earned retirement to say the least after 40+ years up at Fortress! A heli trip from Canmore to visit his beloved Fortress Lake, followed by a gathering of friends & family back at the KPOW Lounge for a BBQ.

THANK YOU MEL! from the bottom of our hearts for the many years, the undying passion for Fortress, the countless stories, and your never-ending personality!

Special thank you to Rene Strinholm, Ken Wozniak, and Natasha Sturko for organizing and Alpine Helicopters for the special limo ride!

01/12/2024

Love the cold or hate it... It sure does make for some amazing morning views! Hope everyone is staying warm out there!

10/24/2023

And away we go!! Storm brought in a nice 34cm of sweet sweet Fotress pow that allowed us to sled around to start things off. Looking forward to lots more and a great winter ahead!