Monday nite tune up at the Edge

UPDATE: This trip will now include topics pertaining to all elements of an avalanche rescue (search, rescue, and first aid). The goal here is to provide participants with the skills that they feel comfortable/confident in performing all elements of an avalanche companion rescue from start- finish. Many companion rescue scenarios stop at the point that […]

2018 IMC COURSE Takes Place: June 28th, 6:30pm – 2nd July, 6:30pm REGISTRATION CUTOFF March 1st marks the final day to signup for the 2018 Intermediate Mountaineering Course and we wanted to make sure you’d noticed. Full details of the course available at: http://www.accvancouver.org/events/ details.asp?eventid=3272 We’re excited, and we hope you are also! Get in […]

Alpine touring gear is not required for this training session. The objective is to practice companion rescue not skin up the mountain. Note: This practice is not led by a certified instructor and is not a substitute for AST1. Everyone is encouraged to actively participate. Only sign up if you have completed AST1 or better. […]

Practice crevasse rescue techniques. Self rescue using prussic loops. Assisted rescue using various pulley systems with emphasis on the 3:1 Z system. – We encourage all members to follow our or Etiquette Guidelines at all times while participating in ACC VA events.