Rappel and Lowering Accidents: A 50 Year Review - Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026

The Basics:
Event Type: Social 
Event Location: Strathcona Community League (10139 87 Ave NW) 
Event Starts:   Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026 07:00 PM  
Event Ends:   Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026 09:00 PM  
Registration Cut Off:   Wednesday, Apr 08, 2026  
Trip Coordinator(s):   Cassandra Dirks
 

Participant Info:
Who's Invited:   Members & Guests,  
Attendee Screening:   Registration is First-Come/First-Serve
Maximum Group Size: 70
Number Registered So Far:   2 (View sign-ups, waiting list)
Are Dogs Permitted:   No

Itinerary:

Join us for a discussion with Cyril Shokoples, ACMG IFMGA Mountain Guide, to discuss rappel and lowering accidents. Every year numerous people are injured, and on average 2-3 people are killed in North America, while rappelling or being lowered on sport routes. This presentation will focus on how this has happened, the evolving nature of these accidents over the years and importantly, how to prevent them from happening. 

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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.

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