HEADLAMPS with an extra set of batteries are required!
Participants must also have their own boots with crampons, harness, belay device, ice tools with dry or mixed picks, and helmet.
Please bring a rope, anchor kit, PAS, so we can set up multiple climbs (I am bring one personal rope).
PRE-SCREENED
If we've never climbed together please email me(click my name above in the trip leaders section and that will display my email). Let me know your climbing experience level and let me know if you've been drytooling/mixed or ice climbing before.
BEGINNERS WELCOME
Beginners are welcome but you must have passed the EP belay test (top rope only ok) and have some tools with you whether you own or rent.
If you're completely new to climbing -> Take the “Learn the Ropes” program at EP, pass your belay test and then come join us!
Recommended Items to Bring:
Extra layers (it’s cold), rain jacket, water, snacks, a warm drink, good jokes,
How to Get There:
Event Directions:
Meet downtown Canmore (exact location to be determined among participants) and carpool or taxi to the toolshed.
Carpool Departure Time:
05:30 PM
Carpool Location:
Downtown Canmore TBA
Notes:
HAZARDS
Drytooling is full of hazards, tons of sharp objects that can cause problems. A few examples: Tools can be dropped and hit the climber or belayer, tools can pop out of the wall and hit the climber or belayer, crampons can easily twist ankles while falling, increased chance of dislodging rocks, sharp points can cut skin, rope, harness, etc. It’s dark and hard to see. To mitigate these risks, we will only be on top rope on this trip, belayers will be tied in at the bottom whenever possible to avoid them getting pulled in case of a fall, and helmets must be worn at all times. Headlamps are required.
A NOTE ON TRIP LEADING
This is a recreational trip and I am volunteering as a trip leader and not acting in the role of a guide.
Cancellation Policy If a participant is unable to attend a paid course or trip, there will be no refund unless the participant finds a suitable replacement that is acceptable to the trip coordinator. Acceptable waiting list candidates will have priority. It will then be the participant's responsibility to recover funds from the replacement. If the coordinator cancels an event, participants get a refund (less any non-recoverable costs). Note that ACC National does not refund hut fees due to weather, delay, closures, or any other reasons. The Rocky Mountain Section of the ACC is a not for profit club and we only charge attendees what it costs us to provide courses or trips.
Waiver and Membership Requirement
Participation in this activity is subject to you having a current membership and a current signed
ACC Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks Agreement (the “Waiver”), which is signed in conjunction with purchasing/renewing your membership.
A separate Waiver is not required. Your membership Waiver in place at the time of the activity will apply to your participation in this activity. You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca. 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 to the foregoing waiver terms. Bookings
without a current Waiver at the time of the activity will be cancelled.
The Waiver is a legal document by which you waive or give up the right to sue or claim compensation following an accident. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY! You can review your completed waiver by logging onto your profile at alpineclubofcanada.ca.
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This event is full. If you register, you will be placed on the waiting list in case of a cancellation.
