Clinic

December 19, 2024Clinic by Kevin Liu

Clinic: (Almost an) AST 1 Program

In collaboration with ACC National, our section is organizing an ‘(Almost an) AST 1 Program’. This series provides avalanche skills to sections where AST courses are not readily available. This program is not intended to replace the AST curriculum, but to provide interim training to ACC members until a course is accessible to their area. To register, please contact contact Addie Typa at snow@alpineclubtoronto.ca. WHEN: WHERE: DESCRIPTION (Virtual Sessions): DESCRIPTION (Field Day): The in-person field day will be Section-led and provide participants with the opportunity to practice the Avalanche Skills hands-on with their equipment. Topics covered during this field day includes: We […]

May 29, 2024Clinic, Rock Climbing by Kevin Liu

Climbing: Trad Climbing 201 Clinic – Sat June 22

WHEN: June 22nd, 2024 WHERE: Kelso or Rattlesnake Conservation Area; TBD at a later date (Reservations required). DESCRIPTION: This event is a continuation of the “Intro to Trad Climbing” clinic for those that seek additional practice placing gear, i.e. cams & nuts, for protection. During the clinic, participants will: 1) practice placing gear; 2) aid second trad routes to test gear placements; and 3) clean gear. The clinic will build the participants confidence to lead trad routes. There will be opportunity to lead on 5.1-5.5 climbs, for those who demonstrate the ability to place gear correctly. Participants should have basic or greater experience with trad climbing, and […]

May 23, 2024Clinic, Rock Climbing by Stanis Yu

Clinic: Anchor Building and Rappelling – Sat May 25

WHEN: May 25th, 2024 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! 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. NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: Maximum 10, at the trip leader’s discretion. COST: Participants are responsible for their […]

April 24, 2024Clinic, Rock Climbing by Kevin Liu

Climbing: Intro to Trad Climbing Clinic – May 5

WHEN: May 5th, 2024 WHERE: Rattlesnake Point Conservation Area (Reservations recommended) 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 how to lead belay. MAX PARTICIPANTS: 15, depending on leader availability GEAR: Helmet […]

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 […]

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, 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 […]

March 9, 2023Clinic by Kevin Liu

Reminder: Wilderness First Aid – Apr 21-23

Only a few spots left if you are interested in taking the Wilderness First Aid course! Be prepared for your adventures by being ready for adverse situations. This course taught by a certified instructor covers material in Standard First Aid & CPR, plus special material on techniques for wilderness and remote areas. By completing the course, you will receive the Canadian Red Cross Wilderness and Remote First Aid Certificate which meets the high level of standards set by the Canadian Red Cross. To register or inquire, email mandy.s.cheng@gmail.com before April 1st. Original post and full details below:

February 7, 2023Clinic by Kevin Liu

Course: Wilderness First Aid – Apr 21-23

WHEN: Friday April 21, 7:00pm – Sunday April 23, 6:00pm WHERE: Everton Scout Camp, 5286 7 Line, Guelph/Eramosa, ON N0B, Canada (~1 hour drive from downtown Toronto)DESCRIPTION: CANADIAN RED CROSS WILDERNESS AND REMOTE FIRST AID CERTIFICATION20+ hours of instruction by David Dick (Alpha Response). Highly recommend participants stay overnight on site to maximize instruction and training time, as well as allow night scenarios.Basic level of Wilderness & Remote First Aid that covers material in Standard First Aid & CPR, plus special material on techniques for wilderness and remote areas. Course also offers strategies for providing extended care for up to […]