The Edmonton Section is made of everyday folk that share a common love for the outdoors, and especially the mountains.

Whether it’s hiking, backpacking, scrambling, mountaineering, rock climbing, ice climbing, or ski touring, we have an adventure to fit your level of expertise from absolute beginners to hard core experts. We welcome and encourage all to share in our passion.

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Course: Skiing Committing Terrain

NEW Expertvoice Discount Program for All Members

Intro to Glaciated Ski Mountaineering

Learn ski mountaineering basics on this guided course!

Register now for the Edmonton Section’s introductory course “Winter in the Mountains” (WIM) for skiers and boarders. This year, snowshoers can sign up for “WIM Snowshoe”!

New Membership Perk - Discount on AST Courses at High Country Ski Guides

New 20% discount on AST courses from High Country Ski Guides in Golden!

2019 ICE REVIEW

Calgary Section 2019 Ice Review - Spots for Edmonton Section

NEW Ice Climbing Courses

Nov. 3: Winter Decision-Making and Leadership Seminar. Register Now!

Register now! The Alpine Club of Canada, Edmonton section invites current and aspiring trip coordinators to attend the second annual seminar designed for Winter Trip Leaders with a focus on developing soft leadership skills and decision-making in avalanche terrain.

APPLY NOW to Backcountry Riders Mentorship Program

“Backcountry Riders Mentorship Program” (BRMP) is an intermediate offering developed for skiers and splitboarders who are aiming to go deeper into the backcountry in search of more challenging routes in avalanche terrain. APPLY NOW!