The ACC, 118 years old, is getting its first proper history book, in the form of a large format book written by mountain historian Chic Scott. The full story of the book, and a preview of the eras and contents can be read here. The history book, which will cover the first 120 years of the club’s existence, will be full-colour and about 450 pages long and is scheduled to be published and available in 2027.
Chic needs our help. There are many people, places and events that feature in the club’s story for which there are poor images, or no images at all. The list below is sorted by general era, and section of the upcoming book.
We’re asking ACC members who have connections to these people and have an old photo or two stashed away somewhere to be in touch with Chic – we can arrange for scanning if you’re not in the Bow Valley area. Chic’s email can be found at chicscott.com/contact.
If you have a photo or connection to the people or places on these lists, and would like to help, please email Chic – contact information can be found at the Chic Scott website.
In 25 local sections across Canada, all year round, members of the ACC climb, ski, hike, go to the gym, clean up crags, build trails, and gather for social events. From St. John’s to Vancouver Island to the Yukon, thousand of club outings are run by volunteers each year.
Pulling from the 2024 ACC Gazette, these stories are from our club members, in their own words, about an aspect of their section that is special to them.
The Alpine Club of Canada is thrilled to announce the newest addition to its hut network – a new hut at Robson Pass. This hut has been more than two decades in the making and will serve as a gateway to the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies and the surrounding area.
Peru’s Cordillera Blanca is a land of soaring granite peaks, harsh alpine terrain, and unexpected adventure. In search of new lines and untouched summits, John Lauchlan Award recipients, Tom Schindfessel, Mike Bowyer, and Aritza Monasterio set off on a month-long climbing trip, facing everything from thin air and loose rock to high-altitude fried chicken cravings. Their journey took them from the bustling streets of Huaraz to the remote faces of Hualcán and Cashan Oeste, where they battled rockfall, steep ice, and the limits of endurance. With stunning landscapes and bold objectives, their experience revealed the beauty and unpredictability of climbing in the Andes.
We appreciate that the lands known today as Canada are home to the enduring presence of all First Nations and Métis people, and the Inuit and we acknowledge the past, present, and future generations of these Nations who continue to lead us in stewarding this land, as well as honour their knowledge and cultural ties to this place. The Alpine Club of Canada’s head office is located in the traditional lands of Treaty 7, which is comprised of the Stoney Nakoda Nations of Wesley, Chiniki, and Bearspaw; three Nations of the Blackfoot Confederacy: the Piikani, Kainai, and Siksika; the Mountain Cree; and the Tsuu T’ina of the Dene people. This territory is also shared with the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III. Before the signing of Treaty 7, and prior to the establishment of provincial boundaries, this region was also used by the Ktunaxa and the Maskwacis people.
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The Alpine Club of Canada is a registered Amateur Athletic Association and a registered Canadian charity (Registration No: 10670 4182 RR0001). The ACC’s US Foundation can accept charitable donations from donors living in the United States. We will issue a charitable tax receipt for eligible donations of $20 or more.
