2017 Mid Winter Bivver
February 10-11, 2017 Come experience Central's Exploits Valley region during one of its finest seasons: winter. The Mid Winter Bivver combines snowmobiling on some of Newfoundland's most renowned trails with high end culinary experiences. Start the weekend off right with the Friday Fun Run on Friday afternoon, a great ride through the country side.Everyone meets at "The Icebreaker and Pig Roast" on Friday evening featuring traditional Newfoundland hospitality, gourmet food and live entertainment in a unique outdoor setting. On Saturday, suit up for the "Trail Mix" which will take you on a 150+ km snowmobile ride through untouched forests and top rated snowmobiling destinations in Newfoundland. Enjoy warm-up stops along the trail and a high end culinary experience offered by Executive Chef Roary MacPherson. After a full day on the trail, we will be offering first class entertainment with Newfoundland's own Matt Wright as well as another culinary experience at the Grand Falls Golf Club: "The Foragers Feast"; a 5 course fine dinning and wine pairing experience topped with live local entertainment at the "Bivver Give'r Dance" and a silent auction. Festival REGISTRATION will occur at the Grand Falls Golf Course in Grand Falls - Windsor on Friday, February 10th during the Meet and Greet. Check out our great menu for the weekend. |
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Friday Fun Run Back Country Adventure
Friday, February 10th 1pm-4pm
Friday, February 10th 1:00pm at Riverfront Chalets.
Spend the afternoon out of the trails surrounding beautiful Hodges Hills. Get a ride in that will prepare you for a weekend of snow, food, and fun. The ride begins and ends at the Riverfront Chalets. All Friday Fun Run ride participants will need a NL snowmobile trail pass. Visiting from away? A three-day trail pass option is available for purchased online at http://nlsfpermits.com
Tickets for the Friday Fun Run are $25 each are not included in the Full Meal Deal.
Friday, February 10th 1pm-4pm
Friday, February 10th 1:00pm at Riverfront Chalets.
Spend the afternoon out of the trails surrounding beautiful Hodges Hills. Get a ride in that will prepare you for a weekend of snow, food, and fun. The ride begins and ends at the Riverfront Chalets. All Friday Fun Run ride participants will need a NL snowmobile trail pass. Visiting from away? A three-day trail pass option is available for purchased online at http://nlsfpermits.com
Tickets for the Friday Fun Run are $25 each are not included in the Full Meal Deal.
Feature Events
"The Icebreaker and Pig Roast" Outdoor Welcome Reception
Friday, February 10th 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Grand Falls Golf Club just off the TCH,
Come out to "The Icebreaker and Pig Roast" on Friday evening, an outdoor event embracing winter and all it has to offer at the Grand Falls Golf Club. "The Icebreaker" will feature traditional Newfoundland hospitality, culinary delights, live entertainment, a bonfire and an awe inspiring fireworks display. Throughout the evening, the James Beard Culinary Team will be offering a delicious gourmet BBQ using Newfoundland products with a southern twist.
Registration will occur at the Grand Falls Golf Club in Grand Falls - Windsor.
Public transportation will be provided to guests taking part in this event, departing the Mount Peyton Hotel at 6:30pm for the Golf Club and leaving the Golf Club at 9:00pm for the Mount Peyton Hotel
"The Icebreaker and Pig Roast" Outdoor Welcome Reception
Friday, February 10th 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Grand Falls Golf Club just off the TCH,
Come out to "The Icebreaker and Pig Roast" on Friday evening, an outdoor event embracing winter and all it has to offer at the Grand Falls Golf Club. "The Icebreaker" will feature traditional Newfoundland hospitality, culinary delights, live entertainment, a bonfire and an awe inspiring fireworks display. Throughout the evening, the James Beard Culinary Team will be offering a delicious gourmet BBQ using Newfoundland products with a southern twist.
Registration will occur at the Grand Falls Golf Club in Grand Falls - Windsor.
Public transportation will be provided to guests taking part in this event, departing the Mount Peyton Hotel at 6:30pm for the Golf Club and leaving the Golf Club at 9:00pm for the Mount Peyton Hotel
"Trail Mix" Interpretive Snowmobile Ride
Saturday, February 11th 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday's feature event, the "Trail Mix", will take you on an adventurous 150+km snowmobile ride through untouched forests and top rated snowmobiling destinations paired with interpretation on historic trapping routes, food sourcing, geology and traditional winter skills. Executive Chef Roary MacPherson and his culinary team will meet you on the trail with a decadent outdoor lunch with an assortment of gourmet dessert.
The route will be subject to weather and snow conditions and will be announced the day of the event at registration.
All trail ride participants will need a NL snowmobile trail pass. Visiting from away? A three-day trail pass option is available for purchased online at http://nlsfpermits.com
Registration will occur at Ibex Fuels in Grand Falls - Windsor at 9:00am
All riders must sign a waiver and wear a helmet to participate in this event
NEW EVENT:
Bivver Lunch Saturday, February 11th 1pm Grand Falls Golf Club
Tickets are $15 each (plus tax and service charge). For those who want to experience a culinary delight and don't have a snow machine, this is the event for you. Experience a full buffet offered by Executive Chef Roary MacPherson and the Newfoundland Culinary Team. Free snow shoes and cross country skis will be available if you'd like to get some fresh air around the golf course grounds.
Saturday, February 11th 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday's feature event, the "Trail Mix", will take you on an adventurous 150+km snowmobile ride through untouched forests and top rated snowmobiling destinations paired with interpretation on historic trapping routes, food sourcing, geology and traditional winter skills. Executive Chef Roary MacPherson and his culinary team will meet you on the trail with a decadent outdoor lunch with an assortment of gourmet dessert.
The route will be subject to weather and snow conditions and will be announced the day of the event at registration.
All trail ride participants will need a NL snowmobile trail pass. Visiting from away? A three-day trail pass option is available for purchased online at http://nlsfpermits.com
Registration will occur at Ibex Fuels in Grand Falls - Windsor at 9:00am
All riders must sign a waiver and wear a helmet to participate in this event
NEW EVENT:
Bivver Lunch Saturday, February 11th 1pm Grand Falls Golf Club
Tickets are $15 each (plus tax and service charge). For those who want to experience a culinary delight and don't have a snow machine, this is the event for you. Experience a full buffet offered by Executive Chef Roary MacPherson and the Newfoundland Culinary Team. Free snow shoes and cross country skis will be available if you'd like to get some fresh air around the golf course grounds.
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Forager's Feast and Wine Pairing
Saturday, February 11th 6:30pm Grand Falls Golf Course Ages 19+ Enjoy first class entertainment during Saturday evenings 5-course "Forager's Feast and Wine Pairing" event. Indulge in unique culinary dishes made with local ingredients by award-winning Executive Chef Roary MacPherson and the James Beard Culinary Team while tasting select wines from around the world. A silent auction will be held during the feast to support the Exploits Trail Net volunteer group. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes as the evening will be topped with the "Bivver Give'r Dance", an evening of entertainment featuring live music from some of Exploit's best musicians. The "Bivver Give'r Dance" starts at 10:00pm at the Golf Club. SOLD OUT |
