Monthly Archives: April 2023

WHEN:May 27th, 2023 – Women and Gender Diverse SeriesMay 28th, 2023 – Open to All WHERE:   Kelso or Rattlesnake Conservation Area; TBD at a later date (Reservations required). DESCRIPTION:  This event is for those who are either needing to brush up on their trad skills, or for climbers interested in learning about trad climbing.  The clinic will provide an opportunity to second and clean gear, mock lead, and learn or practice anchor building.   There will be opportunity to lead on 5.1-5.5 climbs, for those who demonstrate the ability to build an anchor and place gear. To participate in this clinic, you should know […]
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WHEN: Thurs May 25th @ 7:30 pm WHERE: Imperial Pub, Back Room – 54 Dundas Street East, Toronto TOPIC: In the summer of 2019, Yifei Yan took a one-month cycling trip across China covering a distance of almost 2250 km and overall elevation gain of almost 3200 m. The trip, starting in Chengdu, Sichuan and ending in Lhasa, Tibet featured major passes with elevation differences of 1500 m and 2000 m. The route covers scenic and gorgeous landscapes from farm fields to forests, lushes, prairies, and deserts in a short distance but large elevation gain. At the same time, witnessing […]
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WHEN: May 13th, 2023 WHERE: Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area (Reservations required) DESCRIPTION: This clinic will review knot tying, the basic principles of building climbing anchors and how to rappel. Participants will have the opportunity to build anchors and rappel down them. Great for aspiring outdoor climbers! MAX PARTICIPANTS: 10, at the trip leader’s discretion. GEAR: Helmet (mandatory), harness, ATC and pear-shaped locking carabiner, slings or PAS, “third hand” and any other personal items (e.g. lunch, snacks, water, appropriate clothing, sunscreen, bug spray, etc., …). (OPTIONAL) GEAR: 7 or 8 mm Cordlettes, 1 in. tubular webbing, locking carabiners and rope. COST: Participants are responsible for their own park reservations […]
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WHEN: 9am-noon May 6, 2023 WHERE: York Regional Forests; exact location TBD DESCRIPTION: In partnership with the Sierra Club Ontario chapter, an opportunity to get out in nature, learn a little about plant identification and environmental stewardship, help to clean up our forests and socialize with like minded nature enthusiasts. This is a family friendly event. COST: Cost of transportation REQUIRED GEAR: Appropriate hiking footwear, backpack, water, lunch and snacks. Dress appropriately for anticipated weather. TRIP LEADER: For more information or to sign up please contact Cynthia TRIP CLASSIFICATION: A WAIVER: Please read the waiver before attending and sign a color copy of it in ink upon arrival.
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WHEN: Thurs Apr 20th @ 7:30 pm WHERE: Imperial Pub, Back Room – 54 Dundas Street East, Toronto TOPIC: In the summer of 2022, Yifei Yan and Michael Lawee climbed Mt. Fay in the Moraine Lake region spending two nights at Neil Colgan Hut, the highest permanent building in Canada. The approach to the hut involved a 6-8 hour hike, with great views along the way and two short technical climbs. The Neil Colgan Hut is an amazing destination alone due to its unique position and mountain views, even for those who choose not to climb Mt. Fay. The climb […]
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When: Saturday, April 22nd. Meet at Tew Falls Parking at 8:00AM. The gate will be open for us and proceed to the parking immediately afterwards. This arrangement may be prone to change. Where: Tews Falls, Dundas, ON Description: High angle cleaning of trash in the basin below Tews Falls, prussiking up and down fixed roped. Contact trip leader for details. Maximum Participants: no limit Gear: Helmet, harness, work gloves (some will be provided), approach shoes, prussiks and rappel device. Trip Leader: Robert Le Blanc Trip Classification: A WAIVER: Please read the waiver before attending and sign a color copy of […]
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When: Sunday, April 23rd. Meet at Tew Falls Parking at 8:00AM. The gate will be open for us and proceed to the parking immediately afterwards. This arrangement may be prone to change. Where: Dundas Peak, Dundas, ON Description: High angle cleaning of trash on all of the escarpment below Dundas Peak, prussiking up and down fixed roped. Contact trip leader for details. Maximum Participants: no limit Gear: Helmet, harness, work gloves (some will be provided), approach shoes, prussiks and rappel device. Trip Leader: Robert Le Blanc Trip Classification: A WAIVER: Please read the waiver before attending and sign a color […]
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