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June 27, 2023News by Kevin Liu

News: OAC Letter Campaign for Climbing in Ontario Parks

Coming off the recent events at Devil’s Glen Provincial Park, Ontario Alliance of Climbers (OAC) has launched a letter writing campaign in an effort to make our voice heard. In support of climbing access in Ontario, please take 5 minutes to write a letter to government officials and spread word of this campaign to others. It cannot be stressed enough that the climbing community in Ontario (and beyond) take advantage of this opportunity. A pre-drafted letter is made available which can be edited to your liking. Campaign participants are eligible for raffle prizes organized by the OAC. More details can […]

June 27, 2023Clinic, Rock Climbing by Kevin Liu

Climbing: Intro to Sport Climbing Clinic – July 8

WHEN: July 8th, 2023. WHERE: Mount Nemo Conservation Area (Reservations required). DESCRIPTION: This clinic is intended for climbers that need a refresher on sport climbing skills and for climbers that have been lead climbing indoors and aspire to transition from plastic holds in the gym onto Ontario limestone in the great outdoors! We will review tips and tricks for sport climbing including rope management, clipping techniques, cleaning the route & anchors, and more! Participants will have opportunities to climb and practice the skills covered. To participate in this clinic, you should know how to lead belay. MAX. PARTICIPANTS: 10, at the trip leader’s discretion. REQUIRED GEAR: Climbing helmet […]

May 31, 2023Clinic, Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Clinic: Crevasse Rescue – June 11 @ 8 am

WHEN: June 11th, 2023, 8AM to 3PM. WHERE: Natural crevasses on the Bruce Trail close to Kelso area. The exact location will be communicated to participants prior to the event. DESCRIPTION: Practice crevasse rescue skills in various scenarios including hauling a person out of the crevasse using pulley systems and self-rescue by ascending rope. Roping for the glacier travel will also be reviewed. MAX PARTICIPANTS: 12 GEAR: Helmet (mandatory), harness, 3 locking carabiners, 2 prussiks. COST: Free of charge. TRIP LEADER: To sign up or get further details, contact Yury Yakubovich. TRIP CLASSIFICATION: B WAIVER: Please read the waiver before attending and sign a color copy of it in […]

May 30, 2023News by Kevin Liu

Climbing: PSA @ Devil’s Glen – 2023

There have been some further developments for climbing at Devil’s Glen which have been on the radar for the past year. Once again, Ontario Alliance of Climbers has been monitoring and updating the community on the situation. As it stands, there are signs indicating areas of no rock climbing (within the park). Full details can be found by OAC’s news on the matter. Anyone interested in participating in the discussion, we are encouraging you to do the following: Many thanks go to OAC on their effort and time addressing climbing at Devil’s Glen.

May 28, 2023Indoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Ice Climbing: Drytooling Competition @ Of Rock and Chalk – June 3 @ 2 pm

WHEN: June 3 @ 2 pm WHERE: Of Rock and Chalk Climbing Gym, 482 Ontario St, Newmarket, ON L3Y 2K7 DESCRIPTION: Rock climbing season is here but don’t let all that dry tooling training go to waste! The ‘season’ end dry tooling competition is on June 3rd at Of Rock and Chalk at 2 pm. Checkout the event organizer’s instagram for full details! https://www.instagram.com/drytoolnight/ COST: $45 in advance ($55 at doors) REQUIRED GEAR: Rock Shoes (Note crampons are not allowed, but mountain boots or approach shoes are permitted), Climbing Harness, Helmet, comfortable clothes

May 23, 2023Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Activity: Summer Solstice Camping, Climbing, Hiking Weekend – June 23-25

WHEN: June 23-25, 2023 WHERE: Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area (Reservations required) DESCRIPTION: The summer solstice camping, climbing, and hiking weekend at Rattlesnake Point is an opportunity to enjoy some of the longest days of summer. Participants bring their own food, climbing/hiking gear, and camping necessities. MAX PARTICIPANTS: 20, at the trip leader’s discretion. GEAR: Helmet (mandatory), harness, anchor building gear (optional), tent, sleeping bag, camping gear, and any other personal items (e.g. knife, fork, spoon, plate, bowl, cup, cooking equipment, food, snacks, water, clothing, sunscreen, bug spray, etc., …). (OPTIONAL) GEAR: Anchor building cordelettes/webbing, locking carabiners and rope. COST: $30 non-refundable deposit required at sign-up; participants will share the cost […]

May 23, 2023Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Activity: Stair Climb and Coffee Social – June, Every Saturday

WHEN: Saturday Mornings in June, 8am – 10am WHERE: Stairs located between the South Entrance to the High Park Zoo and Jamie Bell Adventure Playground. Local coffee shop(s) TBD. DESCRIPTION: Heading to the mountains this summer? Perhaps you have a hilly hiking trip planned? Kickstart your weekend with some easy cardio in a social setting. Then we’ll grab coffee and talk about our upcoming trip plans! COST: Free + whatever you purchase at the coffee shop GEAR: Water, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, and weather appropriate clothing; this is a rain-or-shine event. TRIP LEADER: For more information or to sign up please contact Mylissa Prisner (mprisner@gmail.com) TRIP CLASSIFICATION: A […]

April 25, 2023Clinic, Rock Climbing by Kevin Liu

Climbing: Intro to Trad Climbing Clinic – May 27-28

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 […]

April 25, 2023Pub Nite by Kevin Liu

Pub Nite: ‘Biking Chengdu to Lhasa through the Southern Road’ – Thu May 25 @ 7:30 pm

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 […]

April 25, 2023Clinic, Rock Climbing by Kevin Liu

Climbing: Anchor Building and Rappelling Clinic – Sat May 13

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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