This mentorship event is part of the AMP (Alpine Mentorship Program) organized by ACC Calgary section jointly with ACMG Guide Brent Peters.

This course is two evenings (27^th and 29^th) focusing on learning to navigate in the mountains. Learn how to use a map and compass. This course will be a mix of theory and practical outdoor sessions. You will learn how to develop route plans and white-out navigation plans geared towards glacier travel and similar terrain. Expect it to get dark to simulate a whiteout.  The instructor is Brent Peters from Peak Stratagem.

Cost is $60 per person. PRICE HAS BEEN REDUCED FROM PREVIOUS POSTING.

To sign up for this event:

YOU DO NOT NEED TO WAIT FOR APPROVAL FROM THE TRIP COORDINATOR TO MAKE PAYMENT.  MAKE PAYMENT IMMEDIATELY AFTER SIGNING UP. Send an e-Transfer payment to the Treasurer at treasurerAMP@acccalgary.ca . This payment must be made within 7 days of signing up for the event. If you don’t pay, we will remove you from the waitlist.  When you send your payment also send to treasurerAMP@acccalgary.ca the following information: Name, Full address including postal code, phone number, email, course/event title and date, Trip Leader/Coordinator, and the password to accept payment.  Email the e-Transfer evidence to the trip coordinator – Joel Gamache joelgamac he10@gmail.com Once I have confirmation from you that you have paid, I will move you from the waiting to the attendee list.

Required Gear Items to Bring:

You will need the following items for the map course:-  Compass (something equivalent to: https://www.mec.ca/en/product /5037-375/Ranger-CL-Hi-Vis-Compass, Ruler, Pencil, Notebook, Pack and gear for the outdoor session, Headlamp, Phone/ tablet/ Laptop for mapping apps,  Optional- GPS unit

When looking for a compass, the following are features you will want:

 Sighting mirror, Rugged case, Declination adjustment, Clinometer, Glow in the dark

Snacks, lunch, warm layers, windproof/waterproof coat, hat, sunscreen.

27^th classroom session from 18:30-22:00   52 Cranfield Link Calgary AB T3M0N9 Canada

29^th Field session from 18:30- 22:00  Fish Creek park, Will meet at the Sikome Aquatic Facility - North Swim Centre parking lot.

Please review our Participant Responsibility Guidelines! *NOTE*- there will be no refunds for this event unless a suitable replacement is found that has been accepted by the even co- ordinator.