| The Basics: |
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| Event Type: | | Course | |
| Event Location: | | TBD depending on ice conditions | |
| Date(s) & Time: |
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Friday, Dec 05, 2025
07:00 AM
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Registration Cut Off:
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Monday, Dec 01, 2025
10:40 PM
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| Event Duration: | | 1 Day | |
| Difficulty Rating: |
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D1 - See Conversion Chart
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| Trip Coordinator(s): |
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Julie Morter
Elisabeth Dupuis
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| Participant Info: |
| Who's Invited: |
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Members Only
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| Attendee Screening: |
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Attendees are Pre-Screened
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| Maximum Group Size: | | 6 |
| Maximum No. Guests: | | 0 |
| Minimum Group Size: | | 4 |
| Maximum No. Guests Per Member: | | 0 |
| Number Registered So Far: |
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0 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
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| Are Dogs Permitted: |
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No
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| Itinerary: |
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This 1 day intro to ice course is aimed at
learning the basics of Ice Climbing. The course
also works greats for those looking to get back
into the "swing" of things under a Guide's
supervision.
What will be covered: All the basics including,
how to swing your tool, how to kick and use
your feet, how to walk in crampons, belaying
and tying in, basic efficient movement skills
on a variety of ice angles...lots of practice
climbing and improving technique. Sarah can also
provide helpful input into the best ways to layer
clothing, choose gloves and stay warm out there.
Where? This course is often run at Junkyards, Wedge Smear or King Creek depending on
conditions.
You must know how to top rope belay to attend this course Payment is required to reserve a spot on this course. Please pay using the 'Pay Now' button the event page, which will be visible after registration.
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| Required Items to Bring: |
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Harness, helmet, ice tools, crampons pre-
adjusted to boots, boots suitable for ice
climbing, locking carabiner and belay device.
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| Recommended Items to Bring: |
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Warm belay jacket,extra gloves, lunch, thermos
with hot drinks, sun screen, camera, etc.
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| How to Get There: |
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Sarah will contact the group the 3 or 4 days
before
the
course
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| Notes: |
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Hazards for this event can include: Rockfall/Icefall o Rockfall
and icefall can be caused by natural forces, or by people travelling through
the terrain (e.g. climbing/scrambling/hiking). What are the risks? Impact from a falling rock or ice can
result in injury or death · Terrain o Trees, forest
deadfall and tree stumps o Creeks o Rocks and boulders o Variable and
difficult walking terrain o Impact or collision
with other persons or objects o Encounters with
wild animals o Loss of balance or
control o Slip, trip, and
falls · Communication, rescue and medical treatment o Communication can
be difficult and in the event of an accident rescue and treatment may not be
available o Adverse weather may
also delay the arrival of treatment and transport out of the field o If an Injury occurs in challenging terrain movement to an evacuation
point may be slow · Weather · Equipment
failure · Negligent
first aid · Negligence
of other people
Crampons and ice axes are sharp tools that can cause
injury to yourself or others
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Cancellation Policy
If a participant is unable to attend a paid course or trip, there will be no refund unless the participant finds a suitable replacement that is acceptable to the trip coordinator. Acceptable waiting list candidates will have priority. It will then be the participant's responsibility to recover funds from the replacement. If the coordinator cancels an event, participants get a refund (less any non-recoverable costs). Note that ACC National does not refund hut fees due to weather, delay, closures, or any other reasons. The Calgary Section of the ACC is a not for profit club and we only charge attendees what it costs us to provide courses or trips.
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Trip Feedback
If you have any feedback, positive or negative, concerning this trip or any other, we want to hear from you! You can send any feedback you may have to the Section Chair.
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Waiver and Membership Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to you having a current membership and a current signed
ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”), which is signed in conjunction with purchasing/renewing your membership.
A separate Waiver is not required. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca. If your
membership renews prior to the activity taking place, you will be required to agree to a new Waiver upon renewal, this new Waiver will apply to your participation in this activity. By proceeding with the booking, you agree to the foregoing waiver terms. Bookings
without a current Waiver at the time of the activity will be cancelled.
The Waiver is a legal document by which you waive or give up the right to sue or claim compensation following an accident. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY! You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca.
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