Outdoor Activity

November 28, 2021Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Kolapore Backcountry Ski Day – Sat, Jan 22

WHEN: Saturday, January 22, 2022 WHERE: Kolapore South Trailhead DESCRIPTION: This is a day of backcountry/cross-country skiing on the beautiful ungroomed and rugged ski trails of the Kolapore Uplands, approximately 20 km southwest of Collingwood. Backcountry Alpine Touring skis with skins or relatively wide cross country skis are acceptable. Narrow skinny skis are unacceptable. COST: $25, which includes a trail map and a donation to the KWTA trails organization GEAR: Backcountry XC or Alpine Touring skis and appropriate clothing. TRIP LEADER: For more information or to sign up please contact Ray Rutitis and David Myles MAX PARTICIPANTS: 8, including trip […]

November 10, 2021Clinic, Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Women and Gender Diverse Series: Introduction to Winter Camping

WHEN: November 27 – November 28 WHERE: McCrae Lake crownland camping (44.9084410, -79.7823400) DESCRIPTION: Folks, welcome to Winter Camping! This event is for geared towards women and gender diverse people who are looking to learn more about the winter camping scene. All experience levels are welcome, especially beginners who have just been waiting for a sign to try winter camping. We will discuss items to bring, what sort of food to prepare for winter, and how to keep warm in the winter, and then try out all the tips and tricks during one night of car camping. COST: Completely Free. […]

September 1, 2021Clinic, Outdoor Activity by admin

Rattlesnake Point: Gym to Crag Top Rope Clinic

WHEN: Sept 11th 2021 at 9:00AM – 5:00PM WHERE: Rattlesnake Point Upper Parking Lot DESCRIPTION: A top-roping day designed for gym climbers who want to get outdoors. Come and learn how the climbing feels without pretty painted holds! We’ll meet in the upper parking lot at 9 am. COST: $9.50 plus tax (park entry fee) paid to Conservation Halton – Online reservation for Rattlesnake Point required: conservationhalton.ca/parks GEAR: Rock Climbing Helmet (mandatory), harness, climbing shoes, belay device, 2 locking carabiners, lunch, water, sunscreen, and insect repellent TRIP LEADER: To sign up please fill out this google form: https://forms.gle/sruXuSdnwTU8uyz96 MAX PARTICIPANTS: 8 TRIP CLASSIFICATION: A […]

July 16, 2021Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

ACC Triathlon – Pinnacle to Pinnacle

Are you interested in challenging yourself by trying to cycle to Bon Echo for a fun climbing weekend? We are hosting the second annual Epic ACC Triathlon. As will be our tradition, the event is named after the start location, and the climb to complete. Last year, we started at 318 St. George Street, which was also the location that the climb was named after, and climbed 318. This year, the event is named Pinnacle to Pinnacle – starting at Pinnacle on Front Street and climbing Front of the Pinnacle. Challenge yourself on the weekend of September 11-12th by joining us! […]

July 3, 2021Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Rope Volunteers for Rope for Hope!

Make-A-Wish Canada is looking for rope volunteers to help with their 10th and final Rope for Hope rappel. This year the rappel will take place on August 13th, from the roof of the 35-storey Westin Harbour Castle Hotel overlooking Toronto’s waterfront. In recent years, many ACC Toronto Section members have joined Kit Moore to raise money for Make-A-Wish, in return for an opportunity to do the Rope for Hope rappel. As a rope volunteer, you could rappel without having to raise any money, and you’d be helping Make-a-Wish by providing a day or two of your service! Without the help […]

June 13, 2021Bon Echo, Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

Bon Echo Opening Update

Good news everyone! We will be opening Bon Echo June 23rd! You can find our booking instructions and Covid protocols on our website. After navigating the recently announced government Phased approach to opening, the Toronto section is now preparing to re-open the Bon Echo property. There were many discussions to ensure we are complying with the new COVID regulations, while ensuring the safest and quickest way to open. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we all implement these regulations, processes and begin opening the hut. Ontario’s restrictions on public gatherings mean we must limit how many people can be […]

June 10, 2021Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

PSA: Ticks and Lyme Disease

As the weather becomes warmer, and we venture forth into nature, we must be wary of picking up unwanted guests – ticks. Ticks bury their heads into the skin of a host’s body to drink blood and are known for spreading Lyme disease and other vector borne illnesses. While research on ticks and Lyme disease are ongoing, many people have suffered in pain because much is not well-known. Please be aware of ticks, and the harm they might cause, as we become more active in the warmer seasons. What should I do if I find a tick? If you find […]

June 8, 2021Bon Echo, Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

CANCELLED: Bon Echo Pictographs discussion panel

Unfortunately this event has been cancelled as a panelist is no longer available.

February 18, 2021Outdoor Activity by Kevin Liu

An Update on ACC-YYZ Outdoor Activities

With the recent changes to restrictions in various municipalities, many of our members are wondering if the ACCYYZ will resume running outdoor winter activities in regions where those activities are now permitted. After once again consulting with local public health units in those regions, and out of respect for their requests (as well as those of the Province of Ontario) that people not travel between regions, we have taken the difficult and heartbreaking decision not to reopen our outdoor activities at this time. It is our hope that as Covid numbers decrease, and when Toronto moves out of the Grey […]

May 9, 2019Outdoor Activity #camping, #hiking by Diana Petramala

Victoria Day Weekend Back Country Hike

May 18-20, 2019, Bruce Trail from Burlington, through Mt Nemo, Crawford Lake, Kelso, and Niagara Escarpment to Speyside Nature Reserve Join us for three days, two nights of hiking on the Bruce Trail. We will bag 67 kms of trail. Test your gear and get in shape for extended trips later in the season. There will be hiking on Bruce Trail Maps 9 to 12, as we immerse ourselves in the outdoors. The trip needs a minimum of 2 participants that have a car for the car shuttle. Max 8 participants. It would be ideal to have RSVPs by Tuesday […]