ACC Great Plains Section

TRIP FULL - Racks, Recces and... Rattlesnakes?
2023-08-04 - 2023-08-07
Join us for a sport/trad single pitch rock climbing trip in North Dakota, USA from August 4 to 7, 2023. Participants must have an active ACC membership and pay a $50 participation fee.
We’re on the hunt for the closest climbing area to Regina, and North Dakota has some secrets… and rattlesnakes, apparently! There are several crags (buttes) in the southern area of the state, as well as some sneaky boulders. It’s rumored there’s perhaps a world-class boulder too: “There and Crack Again V4.” The buttes are about a 5.5-hour drive from Regina, and camping is free. With single pitch options and top access anchors, the group will work on climbing, rope systems, rappelling, trad placements, rescues, and more. Since it’s a “short” drive home, we’ll hit Chimney Butte on the way home. 4-day trip, 3 days of climbing!
Details:

Maximum of 8 climbers.
Must be able to travel to the USA.
No outdoor experience necessary, but it will make your trip that much better. Being
able to climb at least a stout 5.9 in the gym would be best.
Participants will need a harness, climbing shoes, a helmet, a belay device and locking carabiner, and a crash pad, if you have one.
Participants must be able to drive to the climbing location, but carpooling options might be available.
The group will be camping, and participants are responsible for their own gear and meals.

To register, email James at james.lawrence.lewis@gmail.com.

August climbing trip at Gooseneck Crag, Ontario
2023-08-25 - 2023-08-28
Location: Gooseneck Crag, near Minaki, ON
The crag is approximately 3 hours from Winnipeg, 1 hour from Kenora, and 9.5 hours from Regina. The grades at Gooseneck range from 5.6 to 5.12, so there’s fun for everyone. This crag is also accessible from the top, so leaders can set up toprope routes at higher grades than we would lead. Leaders will be available to mentor participants on setting up and cleaning anchors, if desired. The approach involves 5 to 10 minutes from the parking spots, traversing over level ground.
Fun fact 1 – There is a lake at the east end of the crag that is a great refuge on hot summer days. (There can also be plenty of bugs so participants will need to be prepared with bug nets and/or spray.)
Fun fact 2 – Gooseneck was the first climbing area established in the Manitoba and NW Ontario area, with first ascents occurring in 1971. The ACC-Manitoba Section will be leading the Peter Atchison Memorial Climb at this crag on Sept 9, 2023 so the trip dates are planned to avoid that crowd.
Amenities: There is a pit toilet near the east end of the crag and an outhouse on the west side. These were installed with the help of ACC to minimize the impact of climbers on the local environment.
Parking at the crag: Park along the side of the road (Hwy 525) and walk into the forest.
Nearby crags: South Cliff is undergoing active development; access if via Cygnet Lake Road. Under safe conditions (e.g., not at night), participants could scout to the area to recon for future trips. Most people rappel into the crag but an access route is being developed.
Accommodations/camping: Camping is available at the “Hilton” and “Bellagio,” located approximately 10 minutes from the cliff down Cygnet Lake Road. The Road is viewable on mapping applications for easy access but directions and photos will also be provided to participants in the pre-trip communications. This is crown land and there is no fee for access. The camping area has space for at least 20 tents, a pit toilet, and numerous fire pits. The area also edges onto Gooseneck Lake and people can bathe/cool off in the lake so long as biodegradable materials are used.
Travel: Carpooling will be encouraged. Meeting place on day 1 will be the campsite, unless participants/leaders indicate another location (e.g., Kenora or Minaki) is preferred.
Dates:

Friday Aug 25, 2023 – drive Regina to the Hilton camping area
Saturday Aug 26 – set up climbs in the east, orienting on Weasel Crack as this is close to the lake and has is an open staging area with room for all participants. There is also 5.1 exit route nearby for top access.
Sunday Aug 27 – likely set up climbs in the west area, near the western exit route. Set up Beginner Slab and routes near Frog In the Crack. Plan to be adapted based on feedback from Day 1.
Monday Aug 28, 2023 – Drive to Regina.

Food: Participants will provide for themselves. Meal planning will not be included by the trip leaders.
Participant costs: $50 trip fee to cover equipment. Free camping. Fuel and food costs to be covered by participants.
This trip is capped at 12 participants and is beginner-friendly (gym toprope experience required, outdoor and lead experience not required). To express interest, contact Brianna at briannawyn@icloud.com and provide the following information:

First and last name
Phone number
ACC Membership Number (must be registered with the Great Plains Section)
Emergency contact name and phone number
Rock climbing experience
Any gear you would like to borrow (helmet, harness, etc.)

TRIP FULL--September long weekend climbing in Ten Sleep
2023-09-01 - 2023-09-04
TRIP FULL–NOW TAKING WAITLIST REQUESTS.
We’re headed south of the border to Wyoming to rope some… rock? Join us for two
days of excellent climbing in Ten Sleep Canyon, Wyoming, on the September long weekend (climbing on Saturday 2 September and Sunday 3 September 2023). The impressive cliffs of
Ten Sleep Canyon are composed predominantly of massive layers of limestone, providing us weirdos with some tasty pockets, edges, and flakes to haul our human bodies up.
THIS IS AN INTERMEDIATE TRIP. No prior outdoor climbing experience is required; however, participants should be comfortable climbing at a 5.9 level and ideally most trip participants will be capable of leading 5.9. The trip is currently capped at 12 participants. (Participant number may increase.)

Accommodations
Group camping will be reserved at Ten Sleep Rock Ranch for those wishing to stay with the group. Fees for this will be split equally amongst those camping, and will be collected at the time of the trip. For those not wishing to stay with the group, you will be responsible for arranging your own accommodations.
Gear
Participants are responsible for their own gear. Gear requirements include climbing shoes, a harness, carabiner/ATC, and helmet. The club has a limited number of harnesses and helmets available at no cost to participants on a first-come first-served basis. Please indicate on your trip application if you wish to borrow club gear. A recommended packing list will be provided to confirmed trip participants. This is a U.S.-based trip, so a current passport will be necessary.
Travel and food
Participants are responsible for their own transportation to Ten Sleep Canyon and to the climbing areas. People will typically carpool with other participants, and this is usually arranged in the weeks leading up to the trip. Participants will be responsible for arranging this on their own. Most often, folks will drive down part way Thursday night and then rest of the way Friday or the full distance on Friday and do the return trip on Monday. Participants are responsible for their own food. Ten Sleep Canyon has a small convenience store with limited supplies, so you should plan to bring groceries with you or purchase them along the way.
Participants
This trip is open to participants 18 years of age and older. Participants must have a current ACC Great Plains Section membership. Age exceptions may be made at the discretion of the leaders, so please feel free to apply if you are not in this age category, and your application will be reviewed and considered. Sign up will be on a first-come first-served basis at the discretion of the trip leaders. As mentioned above, participants should be comfortable top-rope climbing at a 5.9 level.
Cost
Trip cost is $50 per person. This does not include campsite fees.
Trip sign-up information
If interested in the trip, please email the following sign-up information to Sabrina Heywood at sabrina.r.heywood@gmail.com with the subject line TEN SLEEP SEPTEMBER.

First and last name
Phone number
ACC Membership Number (must be registered with the Great Plains Section)
Emergency contact name and phone number
Rock climbing experience – (this doesn’t have to be long – grade you top rope, grade you lead, outdoor experience, etc. we use this information to form groups, crags we’ll climb at, and assign leaders)
Yes/no if you would like to camp at Ten Sleep Rock Ranch
Any gear you would like to borrow (helmet, harness, etc.)

Successful applicant confirmations will be sent out within two weeks of application. Please send any questions on the trip to Sabrina. Further trip details will be circulated once participants are confirmed.

Reel Rock 17
2023-10-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Regina)
The Event
The Reel Rock film festival is coming to Regina on Saturday 21 October at 6:30 pm (doors at 6 pm) at the University of Regina’s College Avenue Campus (room CB 139). There is no charge to park in the lot behind the building! Tickets to this awesome climbing-focused film festival will be $10 for ACC members ($12 for general public, $8 for university students), and they are now on sale at the Regina Climbing Centre and Riddell Centre, U of R. Cash only!
The event is presented in partnership with the U of R Film Students’ Association and the Regina Climbing Centre.
The Tour
Don’t miss three heart-stopping new films featuring the year’s biggest climbing & adventure stories: a wild expedition on Nameless Tower in Pakistan; a new cutting-edge route in a massive limestone cave in France; and a journey to Palestine’s West Bank to explore the power of climbing to change lives. Presented by The North Face and supported by Black Diamond & Yeti.
The Lineup
Approximate duration: 2 hours
Burning the Flame | Austrian climbers Babsi Zangerl and Jacopo Larcher attempt a coveted free ascent of The Nameless Tower in Pakistan
DNA | Seb Bouin tackles what may be the world’s hardest sport climb in the Verdon Gorge of France
Resistance Climbing | In conflict-torn Palestine, a diverse group of climbers finds community, solace and redemption

Annual General Meeting
2023-11-04 19:00 - 20:30 | Bushwakker’s Pub, 2206 Dewdney Ave, Regina, SK, Canada
The Annual General Meeting for the Great Plains Section of the Alpine Club of Canada will occur on 4 November 2023 at 7 pm (social and dinner at 6 pm) in the Arizona Room of Bushwakker Brewpub (2206 Dewdney Ave). The agenda will include the election of the Section Executive, a review of the past year, and a discussion about the future year(s).
This year the Section will be holding elections for all elected executive positions. This will take place at the start of the AGM. If you wish to receive more details on the positions or how to run, please contact Mike Orthner and Mike Wild at michael.orthner@gmail.com and mpwild@hotmail.com.

Winter Members Night
2023-12-02 19:00 - 22:00 | Regina Climbing Centre, Canada
Calling all Great Plains Section ACC members
Come build skills and friendships in the “Great Indoors”! We’ll have lots going on. Try a different belay device. Practice building and cleaning anchors. Pull on some ice tools. Hang out with your ACC peeps and make merry!
Join us from 7 to 10 p.m. at the Regina Climbing Centre.

"Almost an AST" Avalanche Awareness instruction
2024-01-15 - 2024-01-18
Join Doug Latimer, an ACMG Ski Guide, avalanche professional, and the ACC’s Lead Winter Guide, for a pair of three-hour evening Zoom sessions on 15 and 18 January.
The Great Plains Section of the ACC recognizes that it is hard for some folks to get out to an actual Avalanche-Canada-approved Avalanche Skills Training (AST) course, so we have worked with Doug to come up with an interim solution: an “Almost an AST” class that is the closest we can come to an AST1 in Saskatchewan. This is a FREE offering; the content will be almost identical to the classroom session of a full AST1, but we won’t have the field day since we lack avalanche terrain.
We will organize a local field day, preferably at Buffalo Pound, when we’ll cover practical avalanche beacon work, as much shoveling and probing as we can, and use our imaginations in discussions about actual avalanche terrain. This is not a high-output field day, so many layers and puffy jackets are advised. As this will not be in avalanche terrain, children are welcome, but the day is tailored to adults.
This offering is a great way to get yourself ready for a true AST1 course and give you time to develop questions to ask when you pay for an AST1 course (maybe 7/8 December 2024, nudge nudge).
Required for field day:

Warn winter attire, as we’ll be outside
Some form of winter footwear (depending on the snow depth, boots are probably fine)
Lunch and a hot drink
Backpack with extra gloves, puffy jacket
Avalanche beacon, probe, shovel (if you have them, otherwise James will borrow the club’s and we will share)

Email James Lewis (james.lawrence.lewis@gmail.com) to ask questions, sign up, and receive the Zoom link.

Night ski & social
2024-01-26 17:00 - 21:00
Late start to your riding season have you feeling blue? Need to get in shape for that upcoming alpine ski tour? Want to catch up with your ACC-GPS buds?
Join us for a night ski or board at Mission Ridge on Friday 26 January. Night riding starts at 5 pm, and an adult lift ticket will run you $20. We’ll meet at 7 pm in the lodge for a hot (or cold) one and some laughs. Email Jennifer at j_l_arends@yahoo.ca if you plan to attend so we know how many to expect. If you have extra seats in your vehicle or are looking for a ride, let Jennifer know.

March ice climbing trip to Waterton
2024-03-06 - 2024-03-09 | Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, Canada
Ice Climbing is rad: it’s fundamentally simple but devilishly tricky. This will be the second trip to Waterton for the ACC-GPS, but the first one with people actually going (last year’s was mostly cancelled due to bad weather).
Participants:

8 climbers

Climber Prerequisite:

Familiarity with avalanche procedures (will go over a refresher outdoors prior to trip)
Be able to bear (maybe even enjoy) the outdoors in winter
No prior experience is needed, as we’ll be top roping.
Perseverance and a positive attitude (there is some grunt to approach the ice climbs)

Equipment:

Helmet
Harness
Rigid mountaineering boots (B2 or B3 boot) with heel/toe welts preferred
Belay device (e.g. ATC, GriGri, Reverso)
Crampons with vertical front points preferred*
Ice axes x 2*
3 locking carabiners
35 L or larger backpack (big enough to hold extra clothes and creature comforts)
2 or more pairs of gloves: a thinner more dextrous glove for climbing, and a thicker/warmer dextrous glove for belaying
Warm belay jacket to wear while belaying single pitch
Small, non-leaking thermos for hot drink/soup during the climbing day
Avalanche kit (beacon/shovel/probe)*
Your own personal clothing system to stay warm (ski pants are ok, but we’ll need to tighten up the lower calves/ankles with tape or snug gaitors)

Group Gear will be organized by trip leader with the ACC great plains gear cache.
*available to borrow from gear cache
Transport: We’ll carpool where possible. Distance is roughly 750 km one way. We’ll sort out car logistics closer to the date.
Accommodation: The Crandell Mountain Lodge. Book a room with a kitchen (full stove/oven, full fridge, sick, kettle, coffee pot, pots/pans) Bookings will need to be directly with the lodge. I think you can sleep 3 singles in a room. Visit www.crandellmountainlodge.com to learn more.
Food: You are responsible for organizing your own food. Waterton is quiet during the winter, so you will need to arrive with enough food for the weekend or be prepared to eat in the restaurant every day. Most of the rooms have kitchenettes, so you’ll need to specify this need upon booking. Consider stopping in Pincher creek to buy fresh food.
Weather: March in Waterton is still winter, but transitioning into spring. We’ll have longer daylight, and more comfortable temperatures than mid-winter. The ice is usually friendlier too: when ice is really cold, it is hard and brittle, but when it is around the 0C mark, it is “hero” ice, which makes it much easier to climb. Daytime highs average around low single digits, and overnights are below freezing….ideal for ice.
Trip Sign-up Information: If interested in the trip, please send the following sign-up information to James Lewis at james.lawrence.lewis@gmail.com.

First and last name
Phone number
ACC membership number (must be registered with the Great Plains Section)
Emergency contact information
A short summary of your outdoor (rock/ice climbing) experience; if you don’t have any experience, please indicate that
Any gear you would like to borrow (helmet, harness, etc.)

Please send any questions on the trip to James. Further trip details will be circulated once participants are confirmed.

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour
2024-04-19 - 2024-04-20
Showtimes, film programs, and advisories:

Friday 19 April at 7:00pm: Paintbrush
Saturday 20 April at 1:30pm: Fireweed
Saturday 20 April at 7:00pm: Arnica

Get off the beaten path and explore the edge of believable with captivating stories from the 48th Banff Centre Mountain Film and Book Festival. Stand on the highest peaks, ski the steepest slopes, and be a part of the gripping adventures waiting for you in this year’s Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour.

From exploring remote landscapes to adrenaline-fueled action sports, films selected for the 2023/2024 World Tour are sure to captivate and amaze you. This stop on the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour is hosted by The Great Plains Section of the Alpine Club of Canada and will take place at historic Darke Hall.
Doors at Darke Hall open one hour before showtime. The event will feature information booths, raffle draws, and opportunities to connect with fellow members of the Regina outdoor community. Be sure to come early!
Thank you to our presenting partners, Banff & Lake Louise Tourism and Rab, and our local sponsors, Fresh Air Experience, Life Outside Gear Exchange, and Regina Climbing Centre.
Tickets are $25 inclusive of fees and taxes. Youth tickets (17 & Under) are available for the Saturday matinee for $15. Seating is assigned.

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Intro to map & compass skills
2024-06-08 10:00 - 14:00
The Saskatchewan Orienteering Association and the Great Plains Section have collaborated to present a day of map and compass skill building. Join us on 8 June from 10 am to 2 pm.
Introductory Map & Compass Navigation Clinic

Location: White Butte Trails near Regina, featuring both classroom instruction at the ski shelter and hands-on practical exercises outdoors.
Audience: This clinic is designed for beginners and those wishing to refresh their basic navigation skills, catering to members of the Alpine Club of Canada Great Plains Section and their families.

Clinic Objectives:

Introduce the fundamentals of map reading and compass navigation.
Empower participants with basic navigation skills to have safer outdoor adventures.

Classroom

Introduction to maps: Learn about different types of maps, symbols, and how to interpret terrain features.
Compass basics: An overview of how a compass works, its components, and using a compass for navigation.
Understanding declination: Explaining magnetic declination, its significance, and how to adjust for it in navigation.
Plotting a position: Techniques for plotting a position using latitude/longitude and UTM coordinates.
Orienteering basics: Reading an orienteering map. Map orientation, Rough bearing, route planning, map folding/thumbing.

Practical Application

Setting bearings: Hands-on practice in setting and following bearings using a compass.
Measuring distance: How to measure distance on a map and estimate distances in the field. Pacing measurements.
Orienteering activity: Applying learned skills through a fun navigation activity finding specific points and navigating an actual orienteering course.

Materials and Equipment:

Maps of White Butte Trails tailored for the clinic will be supplied.
Compasses available for all participants (bringing your own is encouraged).

Participant Requirements:

Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Watch, phone, or some way to tell time is necessary.
Bring personal water bottles and snacks. Bug spray and sunscreen recommended

Cost:

$65 for Non SOA members
$60 for SOA Members

Sign up here!

June Bow Valley climbing trip (trip full)
2024-06-14 - 2024-06-17
Kick off your 2024 climbing season with us! We’re heading to the Bow Valley from 14 to 17 June (climbing on 15 and 16 June). Beginners with some gym climbing experience (but not necessarily outdoor experience) are welcome. A signed waiver will be required for each participant. Please note that the trip is weather-dependent and could be cancelled at the trip organizer’s discretion in the event of inclement weather.
Cost
The trip cost is $50 per participant. An active ACC Great Plains membership required. The group will be camping in the Banff/Canmore area, and camping fees will be collected once trip participation is confirmed. Climbing may occur in the provincial (Kananaskis) or national (Banff) parks, and participants will be responsible for all relevant park vehicle passes (more information to come).
Gear
Participants are responsible for their own gear. Gear requirements include climbing shoes, a harness, carabiner/ATC, and helmet (mandatory). The club has a limited number of harnesses and helmets available at no cost to participants on a first-come first-served basis. Please indicate on your trip application if you wish to borrow club gear. A recommended packing list will be provided to confirmed trip participants.
Meals
Participants are responsible for all their own meals, including bagged lunches on climbing days. We will organize one optional group meal, at an additional cost to participants choosing to opt in.
Travel and Accommodation
Tenting campsites near Banff/Canmore will be reserved and shared by the group (campground TBD), and the cost will be split by the participants. Anyone not wishing to stay with the group is responsible for their own accommodation arrangements. Participants must arrange their own travel to and from the Bow Valley.
Trip Sign-up
To sign up, email Jennifer Arends (j_l_arends@yahoo.ca) with the following information:

Full name,
ACC membership number,
What (if any) club gear you need to borrow,
Your level of climbing experience,
Whether you wish to camp with the group (indicate tent or trailer), and
Whether you wish to participate in the group supper, at additional cost.

July David Thompson family climbing trip (trip full)
2024-07-12 - 2024-07-15
Join the first-ever Great Plains Section family climbing trip! We’ll spend 12 to 15 July in the David Thompson corridor (climbing on 13 and 14 July). This trip is for families with children of any age. We’ll have climbing options in every grade range. The trip organizer will discuss the approaches and climbing areas with each adult participant to ensure this is the trip for them. Parents/guardians will be placed in groups with their children, and at least one parent/guardian must provide supervision of a maximum of two children at all times (in other words, one parent must always be on the ground). Please note that the trip is weather-dependent and could be cancelled at the trip leader’s discretion in the event of inclement weather.
Cost
The trip cost is $50 per participant. An active ACC Great Plains membership is required for each participant, including each child (see the ACC website for family membership options). Camping fees will be collected once trip participation is confirmed. Climbing is outside of provincial and national parks, so park passes are not required.
Gear
Participants are responsible for their own gear. Gear requirements include climbing shoes, a harness, carabiner/ATC, and helmet (mandatory). Depending on the size of children, full body harnesses might be required. The club has a limited number of harnesses and helmets available at no cost to participants on a first-come first-served basis. Please indicate on your trip application if you wish to borrow club gear. A recommended packing list will be provided to confirmed trip participants.
Meals
Participants are responsible for their own meals, including bagged lunches and snacks on climbing days. We will organize one group kid-friendly meal, and cost will be communicated for those interested in participating.
Travel and Accommodation
We will camp together near Nordegg, AB (details TBD) in a location that can accommodate both tents and trailers. Families will be responsible for arranging their own camping equipment. The cost of camping will be split by the participants. We will explore a bonus night of camping on 11 July for families wishing to explore the area or settle in a day early (there are many excellent swimming, paddling, hiking, and scrambling options nearby, and Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site is within striking range). Participants must arrange their own travel to and from Nordegg.
Trip Sign-up
To sign up, email Jennifer Arends (j_l_arends@yahoo.ca) with the following information:

Full names of all participants,
ACC membership number(s),
Whether you need to borrow any club gear,
Each participant’s level of climbing experience,
Each participant’s age,
Whether you are bringing a tent or a trailer, and
Whether you would like to join the family supper.

Goosenecks climbing trip (trip full)
2024-08-09 - 2024-08-12
Did you know you there are climbing crags driving distance EAST of Regina?! There are six crags all in close proximity, so come join us in the Canadian Shield of northwestern Ontario for some fantastic climbing.
The crags, parking, and camping are approximately 3 hours from Winnipeg, 1 hour from Kenora, and 9.5 hours from Regina. The grades at the Goosenecks range from 5.6 to 5.12, so there’s fun for everyone. This crags are also accessible from the top, so leaders can set up top-rope routes at higher grades than we would lead, which means people can try some different grades and styles of climbing that you don’t often see in the gym. Leaders will be available to mentor participants on setting up and cleaning anchors, if desired. The approach is approximately 5 minutes from the parking spots, traversing over level ground.
The crags: Roadside and Lakeside (at Main Cliff), South Cliff, Paisley Park, Paisley Park West, and Cave Cliff.
Accommodations/camping: Camping is available for free at the “Hilton” and “Bellagio,” located approximately 5 minutes from the cliff down Cygnet Lake Road. The road is viewable on mapping applications for easy access, but directions and photos will also be provided to participants in the pre-trip communications. This is Crown land and there is no fee for access. The camping area has space for approximately 15 tents, a pit toilet, and fire pit. The area also edges onto Gooseneck Lake and people can bathe/cool off in the lake so long as biodegradable materials are used.
For camping with more amenities, camping is available at Cygnet Lake Lodge for $30/night. https://cygnetlake.com. Tents and RVs are welcome, and shower house and outhouse are available. A group rate may be available if enough people are staying (tenting or cabins) at the lodge.
There is a pit toilet near most crags; these were installed with the help of the ACC to minimize the impact of climbers on the local environment.
Travel: Carpooling will be encouraged. Meeting place on day 1 will be the campsite, unless participants/leaders indicate another location (e.g., Kenora or Minaki) is preferred.
Dates:

Friday 9 August – drive Regina to the Hilton camping area
Saturday 10 August – set up climbs at South Cliff or Roadside, depending on temperatures
Sunday 11 August – set up climbs at Paisley Park or Paisley Park West
Monday 12 August – return to Regina.

Food: Participants will provide for themselves. Meal planning will not be included by the trip leaders. Minaki has a small convenience store with limited supplies, so you should plan to bring groceries with you or purchase them along the way.
Gear: Gear requirements include climbing shoes, a harness, carabiner, belay device, and helmet. The club has a limited number of harnesses and helmets available at no cost to participants on a first-come first-served basis. Please indicate on your trip application if you wish to borrow club gear. A recommended packing list will be provided to confirmed trip participants.
Participant costs: $50 trip fee to cover equipment. Camping costs are the choice of the participant (free or at the lodge). Fuel and food costs to be covered by participants.
Participants and trip sign-up: This trip is capped at 12 participants and is beginner friendly (gym top-rope experience required, outdoor and lead experience not required). Participants must have a current ACC Great Plains Section membership. Sign up will be on a first-come first-served basis at the discretion of the trip leaders.
To express interest, contact Brianna at briannawyn@icloud.com with the subject line ACC KENORA AUGUST and provide the following information:

First and last name
Phone number
ACC Membership Number (must be registered with the Great Plains Section)
Emergency contact name and phone number
Rock climbing experience
Camping preference: Indicate if you plan to tent at “The Hilton” (free) or Cygnet Lake Lodge ($$).
Any gear you would like to borrow (helmet, harness, etc.)

September Long Ten Sleep Climbing Trip
2024-08-31 - 2024-09-01 | Ten Sleep, WY
Let’s take advantage of the last long weekend of summer! The club is once again heading south to go rock climbing for two days in Ten Sleep Canyon, Wyoming, on the September long weekend (Saturday August 31 and Sunday September 1, 2024).
THIS IS AN INTERMEDIATE TRIP. No prior outdoor climbing experience is required; however, participants should be comfortable climbing at a 5.9 level. The trip is currently capped at 12 participants (participant number may increase).
Accommodations
Group camping will be reserved at Ten Sleep Rock Ranch for those wishing to stay with the group. Fees for this will be split equally amongst those camping, and will be collected at the time of the trip. For those not wishing to stay with the group, you will be responsible for arranging your own accommodations.
Gear
Participants are responsible for their own gear. Gear requirements include climbing shoes, a harness, belay device, and helmet. The club has a limited number of harnesses and helmets available at no cost to participants on a first come first served basis. Please indicate on your trip application if you wish to borrow club gear. A recommended packing list will be provided to confirmed trip participants. This is a U.S based trip, so a current passport will be necessary.
Travel and Food
Participants are responsible for their own transportation to Ten Sleep Canyon and to the climbing areas. People will typically carpool with other participants and this is usually arranged in the weeks leading up to the trip. Participants will be responsible for arranging this on their own. The trip leader may reach out to you prior to the trip to check in on your carpooling arrangements, as a limited number of vehicles are permitted at the campsites.
Participants are responsible for their own food. Ten Sleep Canyon has a small convenience store with limited supplies; you may wish to bring groceries with you/purchase once you cross the border.
Participants
This trip is open to participants 18 years of age and older. Participants must have a current ACC Great Plains Section membership. Age exceptions may be made at the discretion of the leaders, so please feel free to apply if you are not in this age category, and your application will be reviewed and considered. Sign up will be on a first come first served basis at the discretion of the trip leaders. As mentioned above, participants should be comfortable top-rope climbing at a 5.9 level.
Cost
Trip cost will be $50 per person. This does not include campsite fees.
Trip Sign Up information:
If interested in the trip, please send the following sign-up information to Kristen Moore at klm403@mail.usask.ca:

First and Last Name
Phone number
ACC Membership Number (must be registered with the Great Plains Section)
Emergency contact information (name and number)
Rock climbing experience (this doesn’t have to be long – grade you top rope, grade you lead, outdoor experience, etc. we use this information to form groups, crags we’ll climb at, and assign leaders)
Indication if you would like to camp at Ten Sleep Rock Ranch
Any gear you would like to borrow (helmet, harness, etc.)
Any relevant medical information (allergies or medical conditions trip leaders should be aware of. This is kept confidential and is only collected in case of medical emergency)

Successful applicant confirmations will be sent out within the week after application. Please send any questions on the trip to Kristen Moore. Further trip details will be circulated once participants are confirmed.

Women’s Grasslands backpacking trip
2024-09-13 - 2024-09-15
When: Friday 13 to Sunday 15 September 2024
Where: Grasslands National Park, East Block
Cost: $50 per participant; active ACC Great Plains membership required
Grasslands National Park is an exciting wilderness area that presents female ACC-GPS members with a unique opportunity to learn new skills and build confidence. This trip will see a group of intrepid women hike deep into the park for an overnight in-and-out backpacking trip.
Applicants should be in good physical shape, have experience hiking with at least 20 lbs of pack weight, and be tenacious. There is no water in the backcountry, so the group will need to carry enough water for two full days. The route we will take is moderately difficult, exposed, and largely unmarked. Participants will be selected based on physical fitness, group suitability, suitability of personal gear, and availability of club gear. This is an intermediate trip. The group will be sized at between six and eight participants, depending on the group’s level of experience.
The group will travel to Grasslands the afternoon of Friday 13 September and camp in the front country at Rock Creek Campground. We will depart early Saturday morning (time will depend on conditions—Grasslands can be HOT) and camp overnight in the backcountry. There are two destination options—Red Butte and Valley of 1000 Devils—and we will select based on conditions. We’ll then hike out Sunday and return to Regina the same day. Dogs will not be allowed on this trip due to the presence of cacti and wildlife, and the fact that there are no sources of shade or water in the park. Please note that Grasslands is a “leave no trace” park, so participants will be asked to pack out all refuse.
Participant requirements:

Experience hiking at least 10 km with a heavy pack.
Willingness to camp in a backcountry environment without any facilities (no water, toilets, or shelters).
Own or have ability to borrow mid- to full-height hiking boots, 45- to 65-L backpack, all camping gear, and appropriate clothing and other gear. (Limited gear is available to borrow from the club.)
Availability for a group meeting in July to review participant expectations and the packing list. At our meeting, we will cover the trip risks and safety measures.
Responsibility for your own no-cook meals. Fires and backcountry stoves are not allowed in Grasslands, so all meals must consist of “moon food.”
Transportation to and from Grasslands. Carpooling options will be discussed by the group. All vehicles will require a National Park Pass.
Age requirements: This trip is for women 18+.

Applicants can email expressions of interest or questions to j_l_arends@yahoo.ca. A group meeting will be scheduled for July.

2024 Annual General Meeting
2024-10-20 14:30 - 18:00
Your GPS Executive is pleased to invite active members to the 2024 Annual General Meeting. Please join us on Saturday 20 October at the White Butte Ski Shelter, located at White Butte Ski Trails east of Regina (near Pilot Butte). The AGM will occur at 4 pm, but we will integrate some social time and activities into the afternoon. The event will be family-friendly, so please plan to bring your two-legged family members (sorry, four-legged friends are not permitted in the ski shelter). You will also need to bring your own camping chair!
Agenda:

2:30 pm: Meet at the White Butte parking lot for an optional informal hike.
4:00 pm: AGM begins in the shelter. The meeting will include section activity highlights from the past year, the presentation of a section financial summary, and a look ahead to next year’s activities.
5:00 pm: Supper and social. Please RSVP for supper at Mpwild@hotmail.com.

We hope to see you on the 20th. For directions to White Butte, enter “White Butte Ski Trails” into Google Maps.

Stoke night
2024-11-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Play Creative, A-1515 6th Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Let’s get together and get stoked for the mountains!
What is stoke night?
In the depths of the seasonal depression months, we’re hosting a Friday night each month where one of our very own mountain people will present on a trip they’ve done. You can expect exaggerated tales, epic photos, maps, packing lists, planning details, and the unexpected, because each night is completely up to whoever we’ve wrangled to present. We’ll watch the presentation in awe, badger the presenter with questions, then hang out and dream and plan our next trips. Doors open at 7 pm, and we’ll start the presentation shortly thereafter. Enter through the doors labelled Play Creative. BYO snacks and beverages.

Snowshoeing at Wascana Habitat Conservation Area
2024-12-01 14:00 - 16:00
A fresh dump of snow means it’s time to don those snowshoes! Snowshoeing is a great winter skill that allows one to access a wide variety outdoor environments with deep snowcover.
Join your Great Plains Section buds on Sunday 1 December from 2 to 4 pm at the Habitat Conservation Area in Wascana Park for an afternoon of snowshoeing. No experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. Participants should be comfortable walking a distance of 3 km and need to be prepared to walk through some deep snow. Dress for the temperatures, and be prepared for wind exposure next to Wascana Lake. Email Jennifer at j_l_arends@yahoo.ca with any questions about what to wear or bring. Participants must be members in good standing of the Great Plains Section, and participation is free (unless renting snowshoes).
Gear

Bring your own snowshoes, or rent a pair through the Club courtesy of our friends at Fresh Air Experience for $10.
Poles optional (make sure they have snow baskets).
Warm winter boots and warm wool socks.
Snow pants or a water-resistant shell with insulating layer.
Gaiters optional, or snow pants with snow “cuff.”
Warm winter jacket.
Toque, warm mitts, scarf or neck warmer.
Hand and toe warmers optional.
Light backpack with snacks, hot chocolate, sunglasses, and anything else you need to be outdoors in the cold.

We’ll depart the parking lot on MacDonald Street (across from Douglas Park Ball Diamonds), close to Wascana Hill, at 2 pm.

Register by 30 November at j_l_arends@yahoo.ca, indicating whether you want to rent snowshoes.

POSTPONED: AST1 and Intro Backcountry Skiing or Riding
2024-12-05 - 2024-12-08
Delivered by the University of Calgary Outdoor Centre
Cost: $372.75 ($355 + 5%gst)
Payment to: greatplainsfinance@gmail.com
Disclaimer: Monday October 8, 2024 will be the deadline for enrollment. No Exceptions! Full payment at time of booking. This allows us to utilize the U of C cancellation/refund policy.
Dates

Dec 5, 2024, 6pm – 9pm (Alberta Time)- Classroom Session via Zoom
Dec 7, 2024, 9am – 4pm -Field Day (Location TBD)
Dec 8, 2024, 9am – 4pm Field Day (Location TBD)

Description
This course follows the Avalanche Canada curriculum for Avalanche Skills Training Level 1, combined with our Introduction to Backcountry Skiing and Riding curriculum. This course is essential for anyone traveling in or around avalanche terrain in winter and is intended to be a first step toward safely managing backcountry travel.
What you will learn:

avalanche formation and release
avalanche terrain identification
trip-planning basics
optimal use of tools and resources like avalanche forecasts to mitigate avalanche risk
appropriate travel techniques in avalanche terrain
intro to companion rescue

You will also learn foundational-level backcountry travel skills, including climbing efficiently with skins and tracksetting. The second day will be an opportunity for practice, discussion, and student leads in a backcountry setting.
You will be provided with a link to a home study seminar to complete on your own. You will then attend a classroom session on Thursday evening and a full-day practical field session on the weekend with an instructor certified by the Canadian Avalanche Association. Attendance at the classroom session and the field day is mandatory, as is completion of the knowledge quiz.
Part 1 – Recorded content and self-study
You will receive a link to recorded content which will introduce you to the basic concepts of avalanche formation and release. You will also receive a link to complete a short knowledge quiz and review some home study materials. Expect to take about five hours to complete the pre-course self study.
Part 2 – Classroom
The classroom session includes lecture content covering human factors in avalanche risk management, trip planning, reading an avalanche forecast, weather factors, and more. There will be time for questions and answers, and review of concepts presented in the self-study content. In addition, you will go through a trip-planning exercise with the current conditions in mind to prepare for your field day session on the weekend.
Classroom sessions take place on Thursday evenings via an online platform from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Part 3 – Field days
The two field days will include practice in companion rescue techniques including transceiver, probe, and shovel use; avalanche terrain recognition; and safe route-finding. You will practice group management concepts and make on-site snowpack and weather observations to use in making good terrain decisions. Field days will be delivered at a suitable site to be confirmed each week in Kananaskis Country or Banff National Park.
The field day includes a certified instructor and avalanche safety equipment. Backcountry skis or splitboards are acceptable modes of travel for this component. If you do not have your own, these can be rented at the Outdoor Centre. Downhill skis (alpine bindings) are not sufficient for this course.
Certificate
An AST 1 certificate will be emailed upon completion of the classroom and field day sessions and knowledge quiz.
Prerequisites
There are no experience prerequisites for this course and it is suitable for participants who have never travelled in the backcountry before.
This program is designed for adults.
We do not cover large distances on the field days, but you will need to able to travel over soft/deep snow in variable conditions. Both up- and downhill travel are required.
Checklist
Acceptable equipment options for the field days are:

alpine touring or telemark skis with climbing skins, touring boots, and poles
splitboard with climbing skins, warm snowboard boots, and collapsible poles
snowshoes with warm winter (Sorel-style, snowshoe, or mountaineering) boots, and poles.

You can rent ski, splitboard, or snowshoe equipment from the Outdoor Centre using the Online Gear Rental page. Reserve early to ensure availability.
Wear:

wool or synthetic insulating layers (avoid cotton fabrics which absorb water and stay cold)
snow-shedding shell jacket and waterproof shell pants
warm, waterproof gloves or mittens
sunglasses and/or ski goggles
warm toque and scarf or neck tube

Bring:

day pack (35-45 L), waterproofed with pack cover/liner or garbage bag
extra warm clothing (for standing around in the snow), including a down or synthetic insulating puffy jacket
extra gloves/mitts (minimum 2 pairs – you will be digging in the snow)
sunscreen, lip balm with SPF
lunch & snacks
1-2L of water in water bottle or thermos
National Parks Pass or Kananaskis Conservation Pass, depending on field day location (see pre-trip email for details)

Recommended items:

personal first aid kit with blister materials, hand sanitizer, mask (optional)
hot packs for hands and toes (optional)
notebook and pencil (optional)
compass (optional)

Please note that we will run the course in almost all weather conditions and that you should check the forecast and dress appropriately.
We will spend about half our time travelling and half our time stationary, so extra clothing for cold weather conditions is essential.
Itinerary
Online classroom session:
A logistics package will be sent to you by email in the week leading up to the classroom component. Please ensure that you have access to high-speed internet and a computer, phone, or tablet with a microphone (webcam optional, but preferred). Lecture sessions will begin promptly at 6:00 pm on Thursday evenings.
Field days:
The field days will be run at sites to be announced in the week prior to the course date based upon number of participants, snowpack, and weather conditions, most commonly in Kananaskis. Check your email in the week leading up to the course for a logistics package and meeting location.
Field days will leave the trailhead promptly at 9 am, or a time coordinated with your guide, and will run until approximately 4 pm. Travel to the Icefields Parkway may be required, depending on snowpack and weather conditions.
Included in cost
Course fee includes a certified instructor, certificate, Avalanche Skills Training Handbook (Floyer and Robine), Avaluator booklet, and other course materials. Also included is the use of a transceiver, shovel, and probe on the field days. Please feel free to bring your own if you already have this equipment; use will be at the discretion of the instructor.
Transportation details
Organize your own rides/carpool. James will collect the guide for the field days.
You will need a Kananaskis Conservation Pass or National Parks Pass depending on the field day location.
Medical form, waiver
You will need to log in (or create) to your account at active-living.ucalgary.ca to sign the course waiver if not completed while registering, and complete/update your medical form. These must be done online, well before the program start, to allow participation. Check “My Waivers and Forms” to access the outstanding waiver, or confirm that you have no waivers to sign.
Please email james.lawrence.lewis@gmail.com when you submit payment. James will be the UofC point of contact, so reach out to him with any questions. Please let James know which email you used to create your Active Living account and your full name so the UofC can sign you up for the course on their end.

Monthly Skills and Social Night @ the RCC
2024-12-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Regina Climbing Centre, Canada
Let’s get together once a month to spend a 3-hour private session at the Regina Climbing Club. We will go over published accident reports so we can learn from them; focus on specific skills like PAS, anchors, and rope systems; and finish the night with some general climbing or continued practice.
Date: December 7, 2024. We’ll continue on the first Saturday of the month (notice will be given via Facebook Group/Gym Chalk board should this conflict with something).
Location: Regina Climbing Centre (606 B Solomon Crescent).
Time: 6pm – 9pm (the gym will be closed and locked from 5pm to 6pm, so please incorporate that into your timing).
Cost: Free. All participants will need to have an active RCC Waiver. The drop-in rate will be waived for non-RCC members, but perhaps this will convince you to get one…
Other details: Food and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed so long as the gym is kept clean, there are no greasy fingers on the holds, and open beverages and food are not placed on the mats. All participants will need to be checked in.
Schedule: Accidents in North America discussion (1 hr); skill demos and hands on (1 hr); social climbing (1 hr); and topics will be posted to the GPS Facebook group in advance.

Stoke night
2025-01-10 19:00 - 21:00
Let’s get together and get stoked for the mountains! James and Mike will share travel tales from New Zealand and Mexico.

What is stoke night?We’re hosting a Friday night each month where one of our very own mountain people will present on a trip they’ve done. You can expect exaggerated tales, epic photos, maps, packing lists, planning details, and the unexpected, because each night is completely up to whoever we’ve wrangled to present. Bring your own snacks and drinks.

Where: A-1515 6th Ave. Enter through the doors labelled Play Creative.
When: Doors at 7, presentation shortly thereafter.

January Skills & Social Night @ the RCC
2025-01-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Regina Climbing Centre, Canada
Calling all ACC-GPS members: join us for our monthly skills night the first or second Saturday of the month. We will go over published accident reports so we can learn from them; focus on specific skills like PAS, anchors, and rope systems; and finish the night with some general climbing or continued practice.
Date: January 11, 2025
Location: Regina Climbing Centre (606 B Solomon Crescent).
Time: 6pm – 9pm (the gym will be closed and locked from 5pm to 6pm, so please incorporate that into your timing).
Cost: Free. All participants will need to have an active RCC Waiver. The drop-in rate will be waived for non-RCC members, but perhaps this will convince you to get one…
Other details: Food and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed so long as the gym is kept clean, there are no greasy fingers on the holds, and open beverages and food are not placed on the mats. All participants will need to be checked in.
Schedule: Accidents in North America discussion (1 hr); skill demos and hands on (1 hr); social climbing (1 hr); and topics will be posted to the GPS Facebook group in advance.

Reel Rock 18
2025-01-18 18:00 - 22:00
Join the Great Plains Section of the Alpine Club of Canada for a night of cinematic action, adventure, and alpine heights. Reel Rock 18 features some of the biggest stories from the world of climbing, celebrating the human side behind the sport’s greatest adventures and achievements.

18 January 2025
The Artesian – 2627 13th Avenue, Regina
Tickets $20 at the door
Doors at 6 pm, show at 7 pm

Stoke Night
2025-02-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Play Creative, A-1515 6th Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Let’s get together and get stoked for the mountains! In this instalment, Bill and Mike, legends of the Great Plains Section, will share tales of an epic weekend at Mount Assiniboine. Bonus: watch Mike Maekelburger’s film about climbing in Mexico!
What is stoke night?We’re hosting a Friday night each month where one of our very own mountain people will present on a trip they’ve done. You can expect exaggerated tales, epic photos, maps, packing lists, planning details, and the unexpected, because each night is completely up to whoever we’ve wrangled to present. Bring your own snacks and drinks.
Where: A-1515 6th Ave. Enter through the doors labelled Play Creative.
When: Doors at 7, presentation shortly thereafter.

February Skills & Social Night @ the RCC
2025-02-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Regina Climbing Centre, Canada
Calling all ACC-GPS members: join us for our monthly skills night. We will go over published accident reports so we can learn from them; focus on specific skills like PAS, anchors, and rope systems; and finish the night with some general climbing or continued practice.
Date: February 8, 2025
Location: Regina Climbing Centre (606 B Solomon Crescent).
Time: 6pm – 9pm (the gym will be closed and locked from 5pm to 6pm, so please incorporate that into your timing).
Cost: Free. All participants will need to have an active RCC Waiver. The drop-in rate will be waived for non-RCC members, but perhaps this will convince you to get one…
Other details: Food and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed so long as the gym is kept clean, there are no greasy fingers on the holds, and open beverages and food are not placed on the mats. All participants will need to be checked in.
Schedule: Accidents in North America discussion (1 hr); skill demos and hands on (1 hr); social climbing (1 hr); and topics will be posted to the GPS Facebook group in advance.

Women's Adventure Film Tour 2025
2025-03-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Regina Public Library Theatre, 2311 12th Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
The Great Plains Section of the Alpine Club of Canada proudly presents the 2025 Women’s Adventure Film Tour.
Tuesday 4 March
Regina Public Library Theatre (2311 12th Avenue)
Doors at 6 p.m., show at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets $10 at the door
The Women’s Adventure Film Tour will present a thrilling selection of films that span extreme sports, personal journeys, and boundary-pushing storytelling from across the globe. This year’s program highlights the resilience and creativity of individuals navigating the challenges of both the outer world and their own inner landscapes. The program brings together incredible stories of courage, adventure, and self-discovery. These films represent the spirit of perseverance and the power of women in the outdoors to inspire, entertain, and spark important conversations.

March Skills & Social Night @ the RCC
2025-03-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Regina Climbing Centre, Canada
Calling all ACC-GPS members: join us for our monthly skills night. The March edition will focus on rope ascension.
Date: March 8, 2025
Location: Regina Climbing Centre (606 B Solomon Crescent).
Time: 6pm – 9pm (the gym will be closed and locked from 5pm to 6pm, so please incorporate that into your timing).
Cost: Free. All participants will need to have an active RCC Waiver. The drop-in rate will be waived for non-RCC members, but perhaps this will convince you to get one…
Other details: Food and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed so long as the gym is kept clean, there are no greasy fingers on the holds, and open beverages and food are not placed on the mats. All participants will need to be checked in.

Waterton Ice Climbing Trip
2025-03-14 - 2025-03-17
March ice climbing trip to Waterton

14 – 17 March 2025
$50

Ice Climbing is rad: it’s fundamentally simple but devilishly tricky. This will be the second trip to Waterton for the ACC-GPS.
Participants:

8 climbers

Climber Prerequisite:

Familiarity with avalanche procedures (will go over a refresher outdoors prior to trip)
Be able to bear (maybe even enjoy) the outdoors in winter
No prior experience is needed, as we’ll be top roping.
Perseverance and a positive attitude (there is some grunt to approach the ice climbs)

Equipment:

Helmet
Harness
Rigid mountaineering boots (B2 or B3 boot) with heel/toe welts preferred
Belay device (e.g. ATC, GriGri, Reverso)
Crampons with vertical front points preferred*
Ice axes x 2*
3 locking carabiners
35 L or larger backpack (big enough to hold extra clothes and creature comforts)
2 or more pairs of gloves: a thinner more dextrous glove for climbing, and a thicker/warmer dextrous glove for belaying
Warm belay jacket to wear while belaying single pitch
Small, non-leaking thermos for hot drink/soup during the climbing day
Avalanche kit (beacon/shovel/probe)*
Your own personal clothing system to stay warm (ski pants are ok, but we’ll need to tighten up the lower calves/ankles with tape or snug gaitors)

Group Gear will be organized by trip leader with the ACC great plains gear cache.
*available to borrow from gear cache
Transport: We’ll carpool where possible. Distance is roughly 750 km one way. We’ll sort out car logistics closer to the date.
Accommodation: The Crandell Mountain Lodge. Book a room with a kitchen (full stove/oven, full fridge, sink, kettle, coffee pot, pots/pans) Bookings will need to be directly with the lodge. I think you can sleep 3 singles in a room. Visit www.crandellmountainlodge.com to learn more.
Food: You are responsible for organizing your own food. Waterton is quiet during the winter, so you will need to arrive with enough food for the weekend or be prepared to eat in the restaurant every day. Most of the rooms have kitchenettes, so you’ll need to specify this need upon booking. Consider stopping in Pincher creek to buy fresh food.
Weather: March in Waterton is still winter, but transitioning into spring. We’ll have longer daylight, and more comfortable temperatures than mid-winter. The ice is usually friendlier too: when ice is really cold, it is hard and brittle, but when it is around the 0C mark, it is “hero” ice, which makes it much easier to climb. Daytime highs average around low single digits, and overnights are below freezing….ideal for ice.
Trip Sign-up Information: If interested in the trip, please send the following sign-up information to James Lewis at james.lawrence.lewis@gmail.com.

First and last name
Phone number
ACC membership number (must be registered with the Great Plains Section)
Emergency contact information
A short summary of your outdoor (rock/ice climbing) experience; if you don’t have any experience, please indicate that
Any gear you would like to borrow (helmet, harness, etc.)

Please send any questions on the trip to James. Further trip details will be circulated once participants are confirmed.

Stoke Night
2025-04-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Play Creative, A-1515 6th Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Let’s get together and get stoked for the mountains!
This will be our last Stoke Night of the season. Come hang out to listen to two awesome trips. Jennifer Billinsky is going to share about climbing in La Huasteca and Nah Yah Cenote, Mexico (take notes for winter 2026). Justin Messner is going to share about his experience last summer at the ACC’s General Mountaineering Camp (GMC) Summer Leadership Course in the Selkirk Mountains.
What is stoke night?
In the depths of the seasonal depression months, we’re hosting a Friday night each month where one of our very own mountain people will present on a trip they’ve done. You can expect exaggerated tales, epic photos, maps, packing lists, planning details, and the unexpected because each night is completely up to whoever we’ve wrangled to present. We’ll watch the presentation in awe, badger the presenter with questions, then hang out and dream and plan our next trips.
Doors open at 7 and we’ll start the presentation shortly after. Enter through the doors labelled Play Creative. BYO snacks and drinks if you’re into that.
