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Call for Volunteers!

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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Call for members for the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee

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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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 […]
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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! […]
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Bon Echo changes with Reopening Ontario

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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Bon Echo in full swing!

Our Bon Echo season is upon us! Spaces are limited so don’t wait! The schedule is found on our calendar and full, up-to-date details (including Covid-19 protocols) are found on the Bon Echo page!
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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CANCELLED: Bon Echo Pictographs discussion panel

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