There are times when going hands free as a belayer is required. This 2 hour course will teach you the basics of securing your climber and safely returning them to the belay. This course is free with your ACC Great Plains membership and membership is required. The course is being held in the comfort of […]
Ever wanted to try ice climbing? Then this is the trip for you! Learn all of the tips, tricks and techniques you need to have a fun and safe day on the ice. Join the ACC Great Plains in their inaugural Ice Climbing weekend in the beautiful Bow Valley. Climbing days will be December 15 […]
Join the Great Plains ACC on a small ice trip taking place in Canmore/Banff. There will be room for 4 participants on the trip. We will be climbing full days on both Jan 26 and 27 but can adjust. Trip cost is $20 per person. A full gear list will be provided once registration is confirmed […]
Learn Anchor technique for top rope and sport climbing. Course runs from 9 am to 11 am at the Regina Climbing Center. There is no cost for the course but you must pay the RCC entry and rental fees as applicable. An ACC Great Plains section membership is required and can be obtained from https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca You […]
Join us for a beginner friendly ice climbing trip in the Canmore are on the Feb long weekend. Climbing days will be Sat Feb 16 and Sun feb 17 with exact climbing locations TBD. Participants will be responsible for their own accommodations and transportation. Generally, this can be arranged with other trip participants to share […]
You've set the anchor, you've run laps and now you want to get your gear back and move onto your next challenge. Learn all of the basics and practice in the safe, warm environment of the Regina Climbing Centre. Class runs from 9 am to 11 am. There is no cost to the class other […]
You've set the anchor, you've run laps and now you want to get your gear back and move onto your next challenge. Learn all of the basics and practice in the safe, warm environment of the Regina Climbing Centre. Class runs from 9 am to 11 am. There is no cost to the class other […]
Outdoor rock season is just around the corner. Your climbing skills are top notch from all of your time at the gym this winter. But....do you know what to do when you get to the top of your first route? Learn all of the basics of building an anchor in the safety and warmth of […]
You've ascended the route and are ready to tackle your next project. Learn the basics of cleaning the anchor and getting your gear back, safely. This is a free course from the ACC Great Plains section. Regular RCC entry and rental fees apply.
Register to attend a trip with the Alpine Club of Canada Great Plains Section
All trips listed in the Great Plains Section’s trip schedule are coordinated by amateur volunteer hikers, skiers and climbers. When on a trip, participants must act in a manner that is safe and responsible and participants are expected to bring the equipment requested by the trip organizer. Participants should find out the requirements and demands of the trip well in advance by asking the organizer and researching the trip in guidebooks and other literature. You must be a member of the Great Plains Section of the Alpine Club of Canada to join a trip.
As a broker for TuGo, the ACC offers Emergency Medical Insurance, Trip Cancellation Insurance, Baggage Insurance and more. These policies are available to all Canadians travelling outside their home province within Canada as well as internationally.
If you require medical attention while you’re traveling outside of your home province, or outside of Canada, your provincial health care plan may not cover you. The ACC’s trip insurance covers air ambulance, emergency medical and many other medical expenses. Climbing, skiing and other backcountry accidents are not exempted (as they are with many insurers).
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