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Avalanche Seminar for New Backcountry Users – Avalanche Canada and FMCBC
–Afternoon (for novices that have never taken an avalanche course or anyone interested): Doors open at 1:30 pm. Presentations run 2:00 pm – 4 pm (may run slightly longer to accommodate questions) This session is an introduction to the basics of recreational avalanche safety, with plenty of time for questions and discussion. Presenters include: This […]
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Avalanche Seminar for Experienced Backcountry Users – Avalanche Canada and FMCBC
–KNOW MORE, HAVE FUN, STAY SAFE! Avalanche safety presentations from an Avalanche Canada forecaster. November 9th, 10:30am-Noon N. Shore Alliance Church, 201 – East 23rd St, N. Vancouver FREE ADMISSION There are actually two sessions: Morning: 10:30 am – noon (for experienced backcountry users) This session will feature in-depth avalanche safety presentations from an Avalanche […]
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Alpine Practice: Rope Rescue Hauling Systems
–Review two main alpine principles: ultimate backup and fall factor. Review twelve fundamental alpine knots ( http://bit.ly/2yhj GGI ) . Practice rope rescue hauling systems (1:1, 2:1, 3:1, 5:1, 7:1). NOTE: If have never met event organizer before, most likely you will need to answer some basic screening questions before being approved for this event. […]
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camping and climbing in Skaha
–Planning to leave West End in Vancouver early on Saturday or Friday evening. Coming back Monday night (or on the 15th, when park is closing). Car camping, or we can stay in hostel. I will climb up to 5.9 if weather permits. You will need to have some climbing experience. Location and/or trip weather dependent.
