Introduction to Ice Climbing - Sat, Jan 16 2021


	The Alpine Club of Canada - Vancouver Section

Introduction to Ice Climbing - Sat, Jan 16 2021

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PRE-REGISTRATION MAY BE REQUIRED. Please review the event details carefully, and if registration is required and you'd like to join us, you must sign up at the bottom of this page. Non-member guests must contact the leader (see Notes below) to register. If payment is required for this event, you will be expected to send your payment to the Event Leader - payable to the Alpine Club of Canada, Vancouver Section.

The Basics:

Event Type:

Training

Event Location:

Whistler or Pemberton (depending on weather)

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jan 16 2021 8:00 AM

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Dec 31 2020 12:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

2 Days

Difficulty Rating:

D1: Easy

Event Leader(s):

Rob Szpak
Anna Milino
Monte Johnston
Rob Janousek
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Member Cost:

$389.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 & Older Only

Attendee Screening:

Registration is First-Come/First-Serve

Number Registered So Far:

6 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Itinerary:

Introduction to Ice Climbing:

With the popularity of the first ice climbing course filling up so fast and a waiting list started, a second one is now being offered. There are 4 spots of 6 left. so take advantage and sign up!

This year we have teamed up with BlackSheep Adventure Sports to offer an intro to ice climbing course this winter.

Leaders: Monte Johnson, Todd Powell, Rob Janousek, Anna Milino

ACC Vancouver Intro to Ice Climbing

An Intro Course for Ice Climbing:

Ever thought about ice climbing? Come and experience this exhilarating sport on our Intro to Ice Climbing course.
Typically based out of Whistler or Pemberton, depending on weather, this course is designed to provide a strong foundation in the skills necessary to ice climb safely.
We will introduce you to the equipment, proper ice climbing technique, top-rope belay systems and even the basics of ice screw placement and anchor construction.
You'll be instructed on how to ice climb efficiently and safely while having an unforgettable weekend of learning, challenge and exhilaration!
No experience is necessary, leave that to us!

Course Summary:

Cost: $389 CAD per person (ACC Vancouver discounted price to be paid directly to Black Sheep Mountain Sports by Visa or e-transfer)
Prerequisites: None
Included: 2 days of instruction, required technical gear
Location: Whistler/Pemberton or Lillooet depending on weather
Dates & Availability: January 16 & 17, 2021 6 spots total

Included:

ACMG Certified Guide/Instructor
Use of ice axes, screws & other related technical equipment
Required group gear

Not Included:

Transportation to/from meeting points
Personal equipment including boots
Hotel/lodging

Fine Print:

A $75 deposit per person is required to secure a booking.
The final payment is due 30 days prior to the trip.
Trips subject to 5% GST.
We highly recommend Travel & Medical insurance.
Be sure to look over our Booking Policies.
Participants will be required to sign a Waiver.

Note: Because of COVID-19 there will be some additional requirements including wearing face masks when you cannot physically distance, etc...

Contact Monte Johnson for any inquiries.

Monte Johnston
ACMG/IFMGA Mountain Guide & Editor in Chief
www.blacksheepadventuresports.com

Required Items to Bring:

Required Items:

Two masks (in case one gets damaged)
Hand sanitizer
Your own individual black or blue ink pen
Personal climbing equipment including boots.
Printed out and completed ACC Waiver
ACC Health Declaration
ACMG waiver
ACMG Health Declaration, to be signed in front of the leader/organizer: https://www.acmg.ca/03public/resou rce s/waivers.aspx

Required Reading:

PDF version of the ACC Vancouver Section Restart COVID guidelines available at: http://accvancouver.ca/

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Notes:

- We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in ACC VA events.

Member Cost:

$389.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Request for payment to Black Sheep Mountain Sports by Visa or e-transfer will be sent to you after signing up.

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the ACC VA. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
Please review our Etiquette Guidelines!
Note: If you don't show up we will be very hurt!

Waiting List

Either registration for this event is closed, or the event is full, or the trip leader needs to review and accept your application for this event. Add yourself to the Waiting/Screening List here.