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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.
2021 Logan Expedition: A Trip Supported by the John Lauchlan Award
Maarten van Haeren, Ethan Berman, Peter Hoang and Alik Berg were one of two teams who received the support of the 2020 John Lauchlan Award to have a exploratory trip to the east end of Mt Logan.
After spending six weeks on the glacier, the team completed several new routes, summitted Mt Logan via the East Ridge, and attempted I-TO on the southeast face of Logan.
JLA Trip Report: Kitchatna Spires
Grant Statham and Tim Pochay were one of two teams who both received the first John Lauchlan Memorial Award in 1997 to head into the Kitchatna Spires in Alaska.
This particular piece from Grant Statham explains the importance of the John Lauchlan Award, the character that was the man himself, and the value of exploratory climbing.
