Mountain Culture
The ACC Aspects blog is a hub for stories, news, and insights related to mountain culture, outdoor adventures, and the climbing community in Canada. It features articles on alpine expeditions, environmental conservation, club events, and personal experiences from members. The blog also highlights ACC initiatives, hut updates, and safety tips for backcountry exploration. It’s a great resource for climbers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts looking to stay connected with the ACC community and gain inspiration for their next adventure.
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Naming Opportunities at the Robson Pass Hut
Thanks to generous donors and the dedicated efforts of many passionate people, the Robson Pass (Byron Caldwell) Hut is almost complete and we’re proud to be offering naming opportunities for its key features.
ACC Gazette Section Stories: Rocky Mountain Section
The Rocky Mountain Section hosts many ski camps, and most are self-catered and self-guided, but in January 2025 the section headed to Snowfall Lodge in the southern Selkirk Mountains for big ski terrain and a week that was a bit more luxurious.
ACC Gazette Section Stories: Columbia Mountains
Frost collects on the inside of the car windows as we enter Rogers Pass’s world of pointy peaks, cold blue skies, and fluffy flakes. This trip has been marked on my calendar for the better part of a year and it’s finally underway. Our cars are full of eager skiers and a full Costco haul, and we’re heading for the ACC’s Asulkan Cabin for the weekend.
ACC Safety Bulletin: Satellite SOS Devices
Based on incident reports, personal stories, and evolving risks in alpinism, the safety committee provides regular information on things to know/watch for in the backcountry to keep your next trip safe! The Safety Bulletin will be an on-going series covering various safety topics.
Mountain Voices: A’ä˛y Chù’: By Itself Mountain
This story comes to us from the book Mountain Voices. Paired with photos from the Mountain Legacy Project, Mountain Voices is a collection of unique short essays from alpinists, activists, artists, and mountain researchers as they share their unique and fascinating perspectives.
Celebrating an Eventful Fall Season
It’s been another eventful fall season with several major events. If you blinked and missed any of it, here’s a convenient round-up to enjoy!
ACC Gazette Section Stories: Okanagan
Frost collects on the inside of the car windows as we enter Rogers Pass’s world of pointy peaks, cold blue skies, and fluffy flakes. This trip has been marked on my calendar for the better part of a year and it’s finally underway. Our cars are full of eager skiers and a full Costco haul, and we’re heading for the ACC’s Asulkan Cabin for the weekend.
ACC Gazette Section Stories: Prince George
Winter is a time when the world becomes a playground, covered entirely in soft white powder to play in. At least that’s what it should be, but Prince George’s early spring this year, with rain in January, was pathetic. But we in PG are lucky to have nearby mountains to escape to.
The Big Trident Giveaway
You’ve never camped like this before! The VIP experience (worth $14,000) includes: + 2 spots at the Trident GMC
(all abilities welcome)
+ Gear for 2 from Mountain Hardwear (sleeping bags, packs, clothes)
+ $1,500 spending money at MEC
Mountain Voices: Prospector’s-Russell Col, Mount Logan
As the Wendy Thompson Hut sits in excellent ski terrain, and it is the only reservable hut in the Duffy Lake area, it is in high demand every winter. It was the perfect location for the Women’s Beginner Hut Life trip.
ACC Safety Bulletin: Radios
Based on incident reports, personal stories, and evolving risks in alpinism, the safety committee provides regular information on things to know/watch for in the backcountry to keep your next trip safe! The Safety Bulletin will be an on-going series covering various safety topics.
ACC Gazette Section Stories: Whistler
As the Wendy Thompson Hut sits in excellent ski terrain, and it is the only reservable hut in the Duffy Lake area, it is in high demand every winter. It was the perfect location for the Women’s Beginner Hut Life trip.
