RPP - Intro Outdoor Sport Climbing - Friday, Jun 20, 2025

The Basics:
Event Type: Rock Climbing 
Event Location: Kootenay Plains Provincial - Cavalcade Group 5 
Event Starts:   Friday, Jun 20, 2025 05:00 PM  
Event Ends:   Sunday, Jun 22, 2025 05:00 PM  
Registration Cut Off:   Friday, Jun 20, 2025 12:00 AM  
Difficulty Rating:   D3 - See Conversion Chart  
Trip Coordinator(s):   Tim Hankinson
John Killan
 

Participant Info:
Who's Invited:   Members & Guests, 18 And Older Only  
Attendee Screening:   Attendees are Pre-Screened
Maximum Group Size: 20
Number Registered So Far:   11 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
Are Dogs Permitted:   No

Itinerary:

ACC Edmonton Members join us for an exciting weekend of climbing at David Thompson. We'll also try to host one intown session in the evening of a weekday prior to the weekend. This event is perfect for beginners looking to learn the ropes of outdoor climbing. Our volunteer leaders will teach you the basics of climbing safety, equipment, and techniques. You'll have the chance to put your new skills to the test on real rock walls in the stunning setting of David Thompson.  Prerequisite: Indoor Lead Check and be able to climb 5.9


Once participants are accepted they need to e-transfer $50 to organizer and then they will be added to the trip.  Fees cover cost of camping, costs for leaders, and group gear costs.


Friday - Drive the camping

Saturday - Climb

Sunday - Climb and drive back to Edmonton

If you need a ride or want to carpool please reach out to us


Required Items to Bring:

Bring your own food and camping gear

Hiking gear

Climbing shoes

Climbing harness

belay device

Chalk Bag

Anchor Set (Example below)

Locking Carabiner (munter) qty 2

Locking Carabiner qty 2

Gate carabiner qty 2

Dynex Anchor 120cm qty 1

PAS qty 1

Hollow Block 19" qty 1

Short Prussic 7mm 1.5m qty 1

Long Prussic 7mm 5m qty 1


Recommended Items to Bring:

Rope

Quickdraws

First Aid Kit

Route Book/Description (David Thompson Climbing Guide Book)


How to Get There:
Event Directions:  

https://maps.app.goo.gl/bJ6cz3KWJGtsSnN18

 



Cancellation Policy
You can view our cancellation policy here.

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Waiver Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to the participant having signed the ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”). The Waiver is a legal document in which you waive or give up the right to sue or claim compensation following an accident. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY!

Members participating in this activity do not require a separate Waiver. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. 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 with the forgoing waiver terms. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca.

Non-members participating in this activity will be required to review and agree to the Waiver prior to participating in the activity. The current version of the Waiver can be viewed here alpineclubofcanada.ca/acc-waivers/. The Waiver will be presented for completion at the start of the Activity.

Registration for this event closed on Friday, June 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM.