Description

Join us for an interactive evening focused on supporting strong, confident,
and well-prepared trip organizing for ACC Vancouver.
Colin Huggard, Russ Fretenburg, and Manouane Deschenes will share the latest news,
updates, and practical tips for organizing trips with ACC Vancouver.
Please come with your questions, real-life examples, or challenges for discussion.

This is a chance to learn from each other, clarify expectations, and strengthen our organizer
community.
We would also love to hear how you would like to contribute during the Summer 2026
season.

What to bring
– Questions about trip planning or leadership
– Challenges you would like to talk through with the group
– Ideas for trips, socials, mentorship, or other ways to contribute this summer

Who should attend
Current trip organizers, newer organizers, and anyone interested in helping build an active
and welcoming Summer 2026 season with ACC Vancouver.
Bring your questions, ideas, and enthusiasm .

We look forward to connecting with this awesome team!

Here is the ZOOM LINK

POTENTIAL HAZARDS:

• Side effects from Russ, Colin, or Manouane saying, “This should only take a minute.”
• Unexpected calendar checking and spontaneous route brainstorming
• Exposure to avalanche policy updates, List of Hazards reminders, and other thrilling administrative terrain.
• High likelihood of leaving the meeting with at least one new idea, contact, or responsibility.
• Sudden outbreaks of enthusiasm for summer trip planning.
• Accidental volunteering for more trips than originally intended.
• Excessive use of the phrase “that sounds like a great idea.”