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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. […]
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TO THE MEMBERSHIP OF: The Alpine Club of Canada, Toronto SectionTAKE NOTICE that Annual General Meeting of members of the Alpine Club of Canada, Toronto Section will be held on Saturday November 20th at 5:30pm at The Pilot (2nd floor Stealth Lounge) and via Zoom videoconferencing system. Please note that if you are attending in person, you must adhere to all COVID-19 guidelines enforced by the establishment. ITINERARY:5:30 – 6:30 Annual General Meeting6:30 – 9:30 Year End Party with guest speaker: Isaac ‘Ike’ Selby Be advised that the agenda for the meeting, the Minutes of the 2020 AGM, Yearly Financial Report, and […]
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There was a slight mistake in the email address in the Call for Volunteers post – please send an email to info@alpineclubtoronto.ca if you are interested. Apologies to anyone that had tried earlier – if possible, please resend to the correct address before October 20th. We’re looking for people to fill the following positions:-Section Chair-Secretary-Directors-Section Representative-Bon Echo Chair-Mountaineering Coordinator-Banff Film Festival Committee Chair-Banff Film Festival Committee members-Communications and Marketing Committee members
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In order to be in compliance with Ontario’s Proof of Vaccination for High Risk Areas Legislation, The ACCTS Board of Directors has decided that, effective immediately, custodians at Bon Echo will request to see proof of 2nd vaccine before any participants at Bon Echo can use the hut or sauna. We are updating the calendar listings for the remainder of the trips to Bon Echo to indicate this. Given the change of policies, full refunds will be granted to anyone who asks for them. Regardless of vaccination status, all members are still welcome to attend at Bon Echo. However, if […]
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It is our hope that we can hold our Annual General Meeting in person this year, at the Pilot Stealth Lounge in downtown Toronto. We are waiting to see if the Ontario government will change the legislation regarding indoor events, so we are unable at this point to know for certain what the capacity limits for this event will be. Naturally, only fully vaccinated members will be eligible to attend in person, as it is in a restaurant facility. We expect to offer a virtual option for those unable to attend in person. Our guest speaker will be Isaac Selby […]
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The Toronto Section of the Alpine Club of Canada is looking for volunteers to fill the following positions for the coming year:-Section Chair-Secretary-Directors-Section Representative-Bon Echo Chair-Mountaineering Coordinator-Banff Film Festival Committee Chair-Banff Film Festival Committee members-Communications and Marketing Committee members If you are interested in volunteering for any of the above positions, please email info@alpineclubtoronto.ca by October 20th, 2021.  Members of the nomination committee will contact those interested. Voting for director positions will take place at our AGM on November 20th at the Pilot, 22 Cumberland Ave. in Toronto at 5:30pm.   We look forward to hearing from you and seeing everyone at the AGM!
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The ACC Toronto Section is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for members of all backgrounds and experience. The DEI committee strives to advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion in all section activities and events. We are seeking out members to join the committee to assist in increasing awareness of diversity issues and promoting diversity in the outdoors. Experience in advocacy, social media communication, and community outreach would be valuable. We are also seeking liaisons to work with the activities committee, as well as the marketing and communications committee to improve diversity in member participation and enrollment. Visit our diversity, equity, and inclusion […]
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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 […]
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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! […]
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With the province entering Step 3 on July 16th 2021, we are pleased to announce the following changes to our Bon Echo climbing trips: Limit of 13 people (Step 2) increased to limit of 17 people (Step 3). Hut open to use. Limit of ‘one weekend a month’ lifted for the month of July. 5 pm pickup time restriction lifted. Arrangements are still made with the custodian. A gentle reminder to still obey all other protocols in place. Please refer to the Bon Echo section of our website for full information.
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