Outdoor Activity

July 19, 2023Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Trip: Denali West Buttress – June 2024

WHEN: Late May to late June, 2024 (3-4 weeks) – exact dates TBD WHERE: Denali West Buttress DESCRIPTION: ~3-4 week ascent of the standard West Buttress route on Denali, Alaska. Popular well travelled route. Reaching the 6,190m summit involves establishing four camps on the glacier and lugging ~100lbs of food and gear by sled / backpack. Physically demanding and weather […]

July 19, 2023Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Trip: Equinox Trifecta Retreat – Sept 22-24

WHEN: Sept. 22 – 24 (2 nights, 2 days) WHERE: Highlands Nordic event space, with camping on the grounds. Note: Exact directions to new location to be provided to participants. DESCRIPTION: As the season of Southern Ontario rock climbing draws to a close with most of us finding ourselves wishing for another weekend on the rocks — why not glamp it up on […]

June 27, 2023Clinic, Outdoor Activity 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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

May 5, 2023Bon Echo, News by Mark Hurst

Bon Echo 101 – June 3rd & 4th

The ever-popular Bon Echo 101 returns in a few weeks. Sign up before there are no places left! Also, if you have experience leading at Bon Echo then the 101 weekend needs you. We’ll have new climbers keen to be shown the ropes, and volunteer LEADERS CLIMB FOR FREE on 101 weekends. If you can make it, please contact Rob […]

April 25, 2023Clinic 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 […]

April 25, 2023Clinic 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 […]

April 20, 2023Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Collaboration Spring Hike and Clean up with Sierra Club Ontario Chapter – Sat May 6 @ 9 am

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, […]