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Rock Rescue Course (now full - waitlist applies)
Rock Rescue Course (now full - waitlist applies)
May 2, 2026
Organizer: Mark Hurst at leafspider@gmail.com
We are excited to share an opportunity for some ACC Toronto-subsidized ACMG-guided training. We are extending this offer to current and potential trip leaders and volunteers as a means to refresh your skills and a thank you for all your time and efforts invested in our club.
The event is a one-day "Rock Rescue Clinic" run by Neil Abe, certified ACMG Guide.
Date: Saturday May 2nd
Location: Metcalfe Rock
Time: 0830-1630
Max Participants: 10 - first ten respondents get a spot!
Gear: Harness, helmet, climbing shoes, 5 locking carabiners (pear-shaped), belay device (at least an ATC), 5m cordelette, prusik cord or hollow-block, 120cm pre-sewn sling. Optional: GriGri, progress capture device, ascender
Trip Hazards: Communication and Rescue, Falls and Belaying, General Hazards, Rockfall, Terrain.
Waiver: Please read the ACC waiver before attending. Members should ensure that their membership is up to date and have signed the online waiver.
Cost: $00
And yes, this is first-come first-served, so please send your reply as soon as you can!
Also - if you have previous rock rescue training we're looking for volunteer helpers if you're available on the day.
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ACC Toronto at MEC Gear Swap
ACC Toronto at MEC Gear Swap
May 2, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
MEC Toronto, 300 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2A2, Canada
ACC Toronto will be participating in the upcoming MEC Gear Swap at MEC Toronto and is looking for both volunteers and sellers.
Event Details:
Date: May 2 & 3
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: MEC Toronto
Contact: social@alpineclubtoronto.ca for volunteer/selling opportunities. Details below.
ACC Toronto will have two tables at the event: a Demo table (volunteers needed) and a Selling table (available free of charge to ACC members, with limited space). Proceeds from MEC table rentals support the local ACC section.
Volunteers:
Volunteers are needed to help run the Demo table and support the event. If interested, please email social@alpineclubtoronto.ca and indicate which day(s) you are available (May 2 and/or 3). Those selling gear are welcome to volunteer as well.
Selling Gear:
ACC members can use the ACC Selling table at no cost (advance sign-up required; space is limited and first come, first served). Sellers are responsible for labelling, pricing, and managing their own sales, and keep all proceeds. Email social@alpineclubtoronto.ca and indicate which day(s) you want to sell and how much stuff you will plan to bring.
Alternatively, individuals can rent their own table through MEC (approximately $20; limited availability, booking deadline April 27 via MEC/Eventbrite) 🡪 https://www.mec.ca/en/explore/mec-gear-swap-events
This is a great opportunity to buy, sell, trade gear, and connect with the outdoor community.
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ACC Toronto at MEC Gear Swap
ACC Toronto at MEC Gear Swap
May 3, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
MEC Toronto, 300 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2A2, Canada
ACC Toronto will be participating in the upcoming MEC Gear Swap at MEC Toronto and is looking for both volunteers and sellers.
Event Details:
Date: May 2 & 3
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: MEC Toronto
Contact: social@alpineclubtoronto.ca for volunteer/selling opportunities. Details below.
ACC Toronto will have two tables at the event: a Demo table (volunteers needed) and a Selling table (available free of charge to ACC members, with limited space). Proceeds from MEC table rentals support the local ACC section.
Volunteers:
Volunteers are needed to help run the Demo table and support the event. If interested, please email social@alpineclubtoronto.ca and indicate which day(s) you are available (May 2 and/or 3). Those selling gear are welcome to volunteer as well.
Selling Gear:
ACC members can use the ACC Selling table at no cost (advance sign-up required; space is limited and first come, first served). Sellers are responsible for labelling, pricing, and managing their own sales, and keep all proceeds. Email social@alpineclubtoronto.ca and indicate which day(s) you want to sell and how much stuff you will plan to bring.
Alternatively, individuals can rent their own table through MEC (approximately $20; limited availability, booking deadline April 27 via MEC/Eventbrite) 🡪 https://www.mec.ca/en/explore/mec-gear-swap-events
This is a great opportunity to buy, sell, trade gear, and connect with the outdoor community.
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Pub Nite: 'What Happens in Vegas.... ...Shouldn’t Stay in Vegas!'
Pub Nite: 'What Happens in Vegas.... ...Shouldn’t Stay in Vegas!'
May 5, 2026 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
C’est What? Inc., 67 Front St E Downstairs, Toronto, ON M5E 1B5, Canada
Topic: Join us as ACC Toronto Section member Steve Burany gives an overview of sport climbing sandstone and limestone around Red Rock, Las Vegas - including a day of Type 2 adventure!
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Bon Echo Docking In
Bon Echo Docking In
May 9, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Tappings Bay Boat Launch, 13 N Mazinaw Heights Rd, Cloyne, ON K0H 1K0, Canada
CUSTODIAN: Contact Cedric De Belder at debelderdong@gmail.com
The cliff at Bon Echo is in a beautiful setting, rising 300 feet out of Lake Mazinaw. There is a large number of existing trad routes, from 5.0 to 5.12. However, there is no sport climbing.
Because the cliff lies within a provincial park, there are rules that must be observed (mandatory helmets is one). Make yourself familiar with them at the section website:
alpineclubtoronto.ca/bonecho/
The ACC hut is on the far side of the lake, and most climbers get there by the club boat. Pickup times at the public dock on North Mazinaw Heights Rd should be arranged with the custodian, and are usually between 5 pm and 1030 pm on Wednesday or Friday, although other times may be arranged upon request.
The weekday trips are Wed eve (approx 5pm) to Friday eve (approx 5pm).
The weekend trips are Friday eve (approx 5pm) to Sunday eve (approx 4pm)
HUT FEES:
Pre-paid via e-transfer. Fees include boat transport to the dock and cliff.
Members: $25 per day/night.
Non-members: $50 per day/night.
Age 13 to 18 half price, under 13 free.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
The hut is open. Climbers sleep in their own tents. Please pack out your garbage. The last boat trip to the dock is 4pm Sunday (unless the custodian advises otherwise). Please respect the custodian’s right to go home at a reasonable hour.
TRIP CLASSIFICATION: B/C
WAIVER: You will be required to sign an ACC waiver at the dock upon arrival.
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Climbing: Top Rope Basics Clinic - Rattlesnake Point
Climbing: Top Rope Basics Clinic - Rattlesnake Point
May 9, 2026 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area (Reservations Required), 7200 Appleby Line, Milton, ON L9E 0M9, Canada
DESCRIPTION: A rock climbing outing/clinic at Rattlesnake Point where participants will review some basic knots and how to set up top-rope anchors on bolts and then get an opportunity to do some top-rope climbing. Open to both beginner and more-experienced climbers. All participants should know how to tie-in to a rope and how to belay a climber on top-rope (participants that don't will be provided instruction).
Participants will review these basic knots: overhand, figure of eight and figure of eight on a bight, fisherman’s knot, double-fisherman’s knot, clove hitch, water knot (for webbing)
Participants will review three basic top-rop anchor set-ups: basic tied-off equalized anchor, sliding X with limiter knots, quad anchor
MAX. PARTICIPANTS: 15, at the trip leader’s discretion and pending volunteer availability.
REQUIRED GEAR: Climbing helmet (mandatory), climbing harness, climbing shoes, belay device and pear-shaped locking carabiner, personal tether (e.g. sewn sling with locking carabiner, PAS with locking carabiner, Petzl Connect, etc., ...) and any other personal items (e.g. lunch & snacks for the day, water, appropriate clothing, day pack, etc., ...)
OPTIONAL GEAR:
If you have this gear, you are welcome to bring it to the clinic:
- anchor building equipment for top-rope
- dynamic climbing rope 60+ m
COST: Participants are responsible for their own park reservations and gate fees to Conservation Halton Parks.
TRIP LEADER: To sign up or get further details, contact Danylo Darewych at activities@alpineclubtoronto.ca.
TRIP CLASSIFICATION: A/B.
TRIP HAZARDS (Must read BEFORE registering): Communication and Rescue, Falls and Belaying, General Hazards, Rockfall, Terrain.
WAIVER: Please read the ACC waiver before attending. Members should ensure that their membership is up to date and that they have signed the online waiver. Non members should be prepared to sign a full-colour, paper copy of the waiver in ink upon arrival to the event.
Preference will be given to people who are ACC members.
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Bon Echo Docking In
Bon Echo Docking In
May 9, 2026 - May 10, 2026
Tappings Bay Boat Launch, 13 N Mazinaw Heights Rd, Cloyne, ON K0H 1K0, Canada
CUSTODIAN: Contact Cedric De Belder at debelderdong@gmail.com
The cliff at Bon Echo is in a beautiful setting, rising 300 feet out of Lake Mazinaw. There is a large number of existing trad routes, from 5.0 to 5.12. However, there is no sport climbing.
Because the cliff lies within a provincial park, there are rules that must be observed (mandatory helmets is one). Make yourself familiar with them at the section website:
alpineclubtoronto.ca/bonecho/
The ACC hut is on the far side of the lake, and most climbers get there by the club boat. Pickup times at the public dock on North Mazinaw Heights Rd should be arranged with the custodian, and are usually between 5 pm and 1030 pm on Wednesday or Friday, although other times may be arranged upon request.
The weekday trips are Wed eve (approx 5pm) to Friday eve (approx 5pm).
The weekend trips are Friday eve (approx 5pm) to Sunday eve (approx 4pm)
HUT FEES:
Pre-paid via e-transfer. Fees include boat transport to the dock and cliff.
Members: $25 per day/night.
Non-members: $50 per day/night.
Age 13 to 18 half price, under 13 free.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
The hut is open. Climbers sleep in their own tents. Please pack out your garbage. The last boat trip to the dock is 4pm Sunday (unless the custodian advises otherwise). Please respect the custodian’s right to go home at a reasonable hour.
TRIP CLASSIFICATION: B/C
WAIVER: You will be required to sign an ACC waiver at the dock upon arrival.
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Climbing: ACC Half Price Night - Basecamp
Climbing: ACC Half Price Night - Basecamp
May 11, 2026
Basecamp Climbing Bloor West, 677 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6G 1L3, Canada
Basecamp
677 Bloor Street West, Toronto
(Bloor & Christie)
(416) 855-0430
ACC Toronto Section members climb for half price on the second Monday of each month.
Remember to bring your ACC membership card or proof of membership to climb for half price.
Check out the website for detailed directions.
https://basecampclimbing.ca/
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Bon Echo Trip
Bon Echo Trip
May 23, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Tappings Bay Boat Launch, 13 N Mazinaw Heights Rd, Cloyne, ON K0H 1K0, Canada
CUSTODIAN: Contact Matt Waller at matt.e.waller@gmail.com
The cliff at Bon Echo rises 300 feet out of Lake Mazinaw. There's a large number of trad routes from 5.0 to 5.12. However, there's no sport climbing.
Because the cliff lies within a provincial park, there are rules that must be observed. Make yourself familiar with them at the section website:
alpineclubtoronto.ca/bonecho/
The ACC hut is on the far side of the lake, and most climbers get there by the club boat. Pickup times must be arranged with the custodian, and are usually between 5 pm and 1030 pm on Wednesday or Friday, although other times may be arranged upon request.
HUT FEES:
Pre-paid via e-transfer. Fees include boat transport to the dock and cliff.
Members: $25 per day/night.
Non-members: $50 per day/night.
Age 13 to 18 half price, under 13 free.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
The hut is open. Climbers sleep in their own tents. Please pack out your garbage. The last boat trip to the dock is 4pm Sunday (unless the custodian advises otherwise). Please respect the custodian’s right to go home at a reasonable hour.
TRIP CLASSIFICATION: B/C
WAIVER: You will be required to sign an ACC waiver at the dock upon arrival.
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Bon Echo Trip
Bon Echo Trip
May 23, 2026 - May 24, 2026
Tappings Bay Boat Launch, 13 N Mazinaw Heights Rd, Cloyne, ON K0H 1K0, Canada
CUSTODIAN: Contact Matt Waller at matt.e.waller@gmail.com
The cliff at Bon Echo rises 300 feet out of Lake Mazinaw. There's a large number of trad routes from 5.0 to 5.12. However, there's no sport climbing.
Because the cliff lies within a provincial park, there are rules that must be observed. Make yourself familiar with them at the section website:
alpineclubtoronto.ca/bonecho/
The ACC hut is on the far side of the lake, and most climbers get there by the club boat. Pickup times must be arranged with the custodian, and are usually between 5 pm and 1030 pm on Wednesday or Friday, although other times may be arranged upon request.
HUT FEES:
Pre-paid via e-transfer. Fees include boat transport to the dock and cliff.
Members: $25 per day/night.
Non-members: $50 per day/night.
Age 13 to 18 half price, under 13 free.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
The hut is open. Climbers sleep in their own tents. Please pack out your garbage. The last boat trip to the dock is 4pm Sunday (unless the custodian advises otherwise). Please respect the custodian’s right to go home at a reasonable hour.
TRIP CLASSIFICATION: B/C
WAIVER: You will be required to sign an ACC waiver at the dock upon arrival.
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Climbing: ACC Half Price Night - True North Climbing
Climbing: ACC Half Price Night - True North Climbing
May 27, 2026
True North Climbing, 75 Carl Hall Rd #14, North York, ON M3K 2B9, Canada
True North Climbing Gym Half Price Climbing Night
ACC members receive a half price day pass on the last Wednesday of each month. (This discount is valid only with proof of ACC membership).
True North has hundreds of different top-rope routes and bouldering problems, with the right level of difficulty for you whether you are a beginner or an experienced climber.
Remember to bring your ACC membership card or proof of membership to climb for half price.
https://www.truenorthclimbing.com/
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Bon Echo 101
Bon Echo 101
May 30, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Tappings Bay Boat Launch, 13 N Mazinaw Heights Rd, Cloyne, ON K0H 1K0, Canada
>> Please read the booking process on the website before booking. <<
https://alpineclubtoronto.ca/bonecho/
CUSTODIAN: Contact Rob Leblanc at leblancrobertwade@gmail.com
Bon Echo 101 is a weekend especially for newcomers to Bon Echo. They will be paired up with experienced leaders who will act as their guides to the cliff.
The cliff at Bon Echo is in a beautiful setting, rising 300 feet out of Lake Mazinaw. There is a large number of existing trad routes, from 5.0 to 5.12. However, there is no sport climbing.
Because the cliff lies within a provincial park, there are rules that must be observed (mandatory helmets is one). Make yourself familiar with them at the section website:
alpineclubtoronto.ca/bonecho/
The ACC hut is on the far side of the lake, and most climbers get there by the club boat. Pickup times at the public dock on North Mazinaw Heights Rd should be arranged with the custodian, and are usually between 5 pm and 1030 pm on Wednesday or Friday, although other times may be arranged upon request.
The weekday trips are Wed eve (approx 5pm) to Friday eve (approx 5pm).
The weekend trips are Friday eve (approx 5pm) to Sunday eve (approx 4pm)
HUT FEES:
Pre-paid via e-transfer. Fees include boat transport to the dock and cliff.
Members: $25 per day/night.
Non-members: $50 per day/night.
Age 13 to 18 half price, under 13 free.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
The hut is open. Climbers sleep in their own tents. Please pack out your garbage. The last boat trip to the dock is 4pm Sunday (unless the custodian advises otherwise). Please respect the custodian’s right to go home at a reasonable hour.
TRIP CLASSIFICATION: B/C
WAIVER: You will be required to sign an ACC waiver at the dock upon arrival.
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Bon Echo 101
Bon Echo 101
May 30, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Tappings Bay Boat Launch, 13 N Mazinaw Heights Rd, Cloyne, ON K0H 1K0, Canada
>> Please read the booking process on the website before booking. <<
https://alpineclubtoronto.ca/bonecho/
CUSTODIAN: Contact Rob Leblanc at leblancrobertwade@gmail.com
Bon Echo 101 is a weekend especially for newcomers to Bon Echo. They will be paired up with experienced leaders who will act as their guides to the cliff.
The cliff at Bon Echo is in a beautiful setting, rising 300 feet out of Lake Mazinaw. There is a large number of existing trad routes, from 5.0 to 5.12. However, there is no sport climbing.
Because the cliff lies within a provincial park, there are rules that must be observed (mandatory helmets is one). Make yourself familiar with them at the section website:
alpineclubtoronto.ca/bonecho/
The ACC hut is on the far side of the lake, and most climbers get there by the club boat. Pickup times at the public dock on North Mazinaw Heights Rd should be arranged with the custodian, and are usually between 5 pm and 1030 pm on Wednesday or Friday, although other times may be arranged upon request.
The weekday trips are Wed eve (approx 5pm) to Friday eve (approx 5pm).
The weekend trips are Friday eve (approx 5pm) to Sunday eve (approx 4pm)
HUT FEES:
Pre-paid via e-transfer. Fees include boat transport to the dock and cliff.
Members: $25 per day/night.
Non-members: $50 per day/night.
Age 13 to 18 half price, under 13 free.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
The hut is open. Climbers sleep in their own tents. Please pack out your garbage. The last boat trip to the dock is 4pm Sunday (unless the custodian advises otherwise). Please respect the custodian’s right to go home at a reasonable hour.
TRIP CLASSIFICATION: B/C
WAIVER: You will be required to sign an ACC waiver at the dock upon arrival.
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