he Edmonton Section puts a priority on safety for all our mountain and urban activities. To this end, the Edmonton Section Board adopted a policy that at least 1 person on every trip must have valid First Aid training plus a CPR-A valid certificate, effective Nov. 1, 2018. Training must be at least a 16 hour first aid course (or equivalent re-certification), such as Standard First Aid or Wilderness First Aid.
We started strong with 6, two Ice Leaders and four participants, a good ratio for multipitching and a general atmosphere of getting more laps in with fewer cold toes on cragging days.
3 out of 5 stars by Jackie Pearce This is a pretty awesome boot overall. It is really lightweight. Very sturdy – reduces calf burning significantly. Super comfortable* and VERY warm, even in -30! I also found that crampons went on this boot like a dream, which is always nice. Read more…
Are you an experienced multipitch climber? Do you climb a bunch on trad gear and feel comfortable teaching others how to do it? We’re considering offering courses in multipitch efficiency and trad gear use this summer. We’d like to offer something unique to our membership, and a volunteer-run course would be an excellent opportunity for our members to develop their skills under your kind tutelage!
Bright and early on Saturday morning around 6:45 AM, the group left the Shunda Creek Hostel to our first climbing objective of the weekend in the beautiful, quiet David Thompson corridor. We drove through pitch black with dimly silhouetted mountains and forests all around. The goal for this day was a slot canyon called Peskett Canyon…
The 81 km Brazeau Loop hike in Jasper National Park is a serious hike that encompasses stunning
country in the eastern Rockies of Alberta. According to the Park’s website: “The grand tour of the
southern ranges, this circuit includes one of the park’s largest backcountry lakes and an extraordinary alpine traverse with glaciated peaks, lush wildflowers and a variety of wildlife. The trail passes through extensive alpine meadows and several passes.” Listed as an ACC Edmonton Section trip for August 2017, the standard hike features five passes for a distance of 81 km; however, our seasoned but motley group of five decided to add one scramble and one day-hike for a total distance of about 120 km in seven days.
The Edmonton section of the ACC has made arrangements for its members to earn their turns Monday nights at Sunridge Ski Area
We are stoked to announce a partnership with Rock Jungle Fitness for members of the Edmonton Section of the Alpine Club of Canada to climb for free on Wednesday nights from 20:30 – 23:00 at their west end location.
Trip Planning Meeting! Nov 22 – 630-10pm – Boston Pizza @ Calgary Trail. Bring your guidebooks, maps, calendars, and ideas for trips and camps!
Are you looking to connect with like-minded peers and get out ice climbing, skiing, or snowshoeing this winter? Do you want to get more involved with the ACC, but don’t know where to start? Join us on November 21 for the Volunteer and Winter Trip Coordinator Orientation session.