Alpine Club of Canada
201 Indian Flats Rd T1W 2T8 Canmore, AB, Canada

Did you know the Alberta government is pursuing mountaintop removal coal mining on the Rocky Mountains' eastern slopes? Learn more and make your voice heard this week. Details on the ACC Aspects blog today. https://blog.alpineclubofcanada.ca//mountaintop-removal-al

The brand new 2020 Canadian Alpine Journal is chock full of features and reports from across Canada and around the world, and is now in the mail to subscribers. Check out some teasers and order your copy today at http://ow.ly/L7J350CPqyL

TONIGHT! Don't miss Canuck Splitfest's virtual event happening this weekend. Tickets are only $21 and all registration revenue and action proceeds will go towards Avalanche Canada's public avalanche safety programs. https://canucksplitfest.com/registration/

It’s exciting to see more inclusive outdoor programming popping up around the globe. This year’s Women’s Outdoor Summit is geared towards cis and trans women, as well as people who experience gender discrimination in their outdoor professional and personal lives. Save the date and learn more at https://www.womensoutdoorsummit.com/ She Explores

Improve your avalanche knowledge game by taking an AST 2 course with the ACC this winter. Register now for: Jan 28 (all day zoom session) and Jan 29, 30 & 31 (field days). Go to: http://ow.ly/3oqA50CPv8N

Be wildlife wise this winter! Join an online workshop to learn about caribou and wolverine and discuss ways to ski, ride and share the snow responsibly. This program is proudly supported by the ACC's Environmental Fund, Columbia Basin Trust, Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative and Pow Gals. Register at y2y.net/snowsmart and find tips, links and info at y2y.net/wildlifewise.

Multi-day trips do require more work, but are possible to pull off, even during COVID. Get prepared with this video, part 2 in a new series from G3 Genuine Guide Gear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKB1l7i7Vyw&feature=youtu.be

A bit of alpine federation news: Past President of The Alpine Club of Canada Peter Muir has been elected as the president of the UIAA - International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation. More details at link. Congratulations Peter! https://www.theuiaa.org//peter-muir-elected-as-uiaa-presi/

We're open for winter | October 21, 2020 50% hut discount, Shadow Lake Lodge bookings Association of Canadian Mountain Guides, Gazette extras, Avalanche Canada webinars ... mountain news!... Sign up for Dispatch bit.ly/3eKzzcr https://mailchi.mp/alpineclubof/acc-dispatch-june-19-82734

A COVID-free day in the backcountry isn't too difficult to achieve, yet some small things may be easy to overlook. Make sure you're prepared by watching episode 1 in a new series from our friends at G3 Genuine Guide Gear

"Backcountry skiing and riding have the allure of untracked freedom, spectacular mountain backdrops and a remarkable silence to balance our overworked minds and emotions." Read the latest on soothing your soul in the backcountry from Powder Matt

Shadow Lake Lodge is open for WINTER 2021! Enjoy weekends between Jan 29th - Mar 31st at our lodge! Bookings and info can be found at www.shadowlakelodge.com

Heading into the backcountry this winter? Here's what you need to know about booking ACC huts and staying safe in avalanche country. https://bit.ly/3eUpefm MEC ... Avalanche Canada ACC Calgary Section Alpine Club of Canada - Rocky Mountain Section Alpine Club of Canada, Edmonton Section Group Alpine Club of Canada - Vancouver Island ACC Vancouver See more

How did the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides come to be, what do they do and where are they headed? . ACMG’s President Sylvia Forest gives us a full run-down on the organization’s origins and evolving goals in "Milestones: Past, Present and Future of the ACMG" from the 2020 State of the Mountains Report . https://www.stateofthemountains.ca//milestones-past-presen

Today's your last day to get the early-bird pricing on a 2020 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival pass! Secure #nineepicdays of quality mountain culture in your very own living room with a full pass . https://www.banffcentre.ca/virtual-festival/tickets-passes

Member stories in the ACC Gazette often get accompanied by some pretty amazing photos, and more often than not, we can’t fit them all in there - which is a shame, since there’s awesome material that may never see the light of day. To help provide some bonus content and shed daylight on a few unprinted gems, we’re introducing Photo Insiders to the Aspects blog. The first two stories include two pieces from the 2020 Summer Gazette:... Campfires + Condors Exploring the Nahanni National Park Enjoy!

Looking to maximize your shoulder season fun? Do it out of an ACC hut and enjoy some extra savings! Book now for any stay between Nov 1st - Dec 13th and save 50%!... Click the link to see applicable huts and rates bit.ly/3dpx3ZR.

The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival will be virtual this year! Snag some early-bird pricing by grabbing your tickets today .

Winter hut bookings open | October 7, 2020 Winter hut bookings, Shadow Lake Lodge winter opening ACC winter courses, Protect Our Winters Canada contest, Shadow Lake Lodge job ... mountain news!... Sign up for Dispatch bit.ly/3eKzzcr https://mailchi.mp/alpineclubof/acc-dispatch-june-19-82722

OVERVIEW: Are you excited about nourishing backcountry guests with incredible food, so they can enjoy their winter vacation to the fullest? The Chef is responsible for executing high-quality meals infusing fresh ingredients with an imaginative menu. If you love to be in the outdoors, excel in small remote kitchen settings, this opportunity may be for you. . This is a seasonal job opportunity. The SLL winter season runs from late January to mid-March, over weekends (Fridays ...Continue reading

The ACC Nomination Committee is presently identifying qualified individuals for the following Board of Directors positions: Vice President for Mountain Culture Vice President for Sections Vice President for Services & Athletics... Interested candidates have until October 31 to apply and can learn more about the required competencies for these positions at bit.ly/324Qzp1.

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There is an online celebration of Richard Guy's life happening now with events until Sunday. Check out the details at the University of Calgary link below. https://science.ucalgary.ca/mathe//celebrating-richard-guy