The section owns and directly operates two backcountry huts in the Tantalus range near Squamish: the Tantalus Hut at Lake Lovely Water and the Jim Haberl Hut in the Dione-Serratus Col. The Vancouver Section and the Whistler Section, through the Spearhead Huts Society, jointly own and operate the Kees and Claire Hut in the Spearhead Range near Whistler. Vancouver Section members receive discounted accommodation rates and early booking privileges at these huts.

The section runs a wide variety of trips including: hiking, mountaineering, rock climbing, ice climbing, backcountry skiing/snowboarding, snowshoeing, indoor gym evenings, and family outings. Trips range from evening rock climbing sessions and morning exercise hikes to multi-day camps and expeditions. The section runs on average 2-4 scheduled trips/events every week.

We also offer summer and winter training events ranging from evening classroom sessions to multi-weekend courses. Another form of training is our summer mentoring program for intermediate climbers who are serious about improving their skills.

Section members can borrow some gear from the section. Section members can also take advantage of numerous discounts offered by gyms, guides, and gear manufacturers.

The Vancouver Section is a member and active supporter of the Federation of Mountain Clubs of BC which advocates for access and protection of BC’s backcountry. As part of the FMCBC we are particularly proud of having taken a leading role in preserving the very important Smoke Bluffs rock climbing area in Squamish.

The section annually hosts the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. We are also a sponsor of the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival.