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The trip is suitable for everyone from beginners to WI4 leaders. We will set up top ropes, practice technique, this can include mock leads, or leads for those who are confident, v-threads, anchor building, etc. It will be a relaxed fun day. The only prerequisite is being able to confidently and competently belay.
Whilst Cline River Gallery is a fun place for groups, it is a bit tricky to set up top ropes, other than leading routes, so it will be good if we can have a couple of WI2/3 leaders; the left side is a fun place to practice multi-pitch climbing in a non-intimidating place.
Required Items to Bring:
Technical axes, winter boots with well fitting crampons, helmet, harness, belay device, personal anchor, head lamp, winter clothing, hat and gloves suitable for the expected weather, food and drink. *It is recommended to use crampons that attach to boots via bails on the front and back and please fit crampons to boots prior to coming out.* If you don't have axes and crampons, we may be able to lend them to you.
Recommended Items to Bring:
If you have ice screws and draws and want to lead / mock lead bring those. More gloves, even more gloves. Did I mention gloves? Camp chair and an après climb beer, or other drink of choice. A sense of fun and adventure.
How to Get There:
Event Directions:
We will leave from the Shunda Creek Hostel as part of the Ice Review.
Notes:
Hazards
Rockfall and Icefall
Rockfall and icefall can be caused by natural forces or by people travelling through the terrain (e.g. climbing/scrambling/hiking)
Avalanche
Avalanches can occur in the terrain you will be entering| Caused by natural forces, or by people travelling through the terrain (skiing/snowboarding)| Anyone caught in an avalanche is at risk of personal injury, death, and/or property damage or loss.|
Communication and Rescue
Communication can be difficult and in the event of an accident, rescue and treatment may not be available| Adverse weather may also delay the arrival of treatment and transport out of the field
If an Injury occurs in challenging terrain movement to an evacuation point may be slow|
Terrain
Cornices | Crevasses | Trees, tree wells, and tree stumps | Cliffs | Creeks | Rocks and Boulders |Holes and depressions below the snow surface| Variable and difficult snow conditions |Snowcat roads and road ranks | Fences and other man-made structures | Impact or collision with other persons, vehicles or objects | Encounters with domestic or wild animals | Loss of balance or control | Becoming lost or separated from the group | Slips, trips, and falls|
General Hazards
Slips trips and falls indoor or outdoor| Equipment failure| Infectious disease contracted through viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi which may be transmitted through direct or indirect contact| Negligence of other persons, including other guests| Negligent first aid| Negligence of the guide Including failure to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect you from, or warn you of risk, dangers, hazards, on participating in ACC activities|
Falls and Belaying
Mountaineering and ice climbing present the risk of falling from the wall causing the climber to collide with the wall or ground which can lead to injury or death| The risk of a belay failure is also present which can contribute to a ground fall|
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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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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This event is full. If you register, you will be placed on the waiting list in case of a cancellation.