BCMC SOCIAL EVENT -  February 11th, 2025 [IN-PERSON]

"  Exercise ATLANTIC QUEST 23 – Leg 4 : South Georgia"

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In September 2023 a team of regular and reservist soldiers and officers from The British Army’s Royal Engineers embarked on Leg 4 of Ex ATLANTIC QUEST 23, part of one of the most ambitious adventurous training expeditions undertaken at Corps level for some years. Meeting the Challenge 72ft yacht “Adventure of Hornet” in the Falkland Islands after its epic three month voyage from the UK, the crew sailed across 870 nautical miles of South Atlantic Ocean to the remote British Overseas Territory of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands. The next month was spent dodging icebergs and elephant seals, camping out on huge glaciers or in snowholes, hauling each other out of crevasses, and climbing mountains that only a handful of people, if any at all, have attempted.

Presenter: Jack Creighton

Jack Creighton has served 11 years in the British Army Reserve and has a civilian career as an Engineering Geologist. Throughout civilian and military career he always seemed to end up in the mountains, but never really thought much of it (just nice to be outside, isn’t it?). That is until, while on operations in the Middle East, he randomly joined a Zoom call hosted by the ‘Royal Engineers Mountaineering and Exploration Club’ (REMEC). What followed was 3 years of ‘Zero to Hero’ training in winter and alpine mountaineering, single and multi-pitch rock climbing, ice climbing, mountain first aid, big boat sailing and sea survival. He has played all over Europe and now lives in Vancouver, ready for the next challenge…

  See you there! 

Location: The Anza Club, #3, West 8th Ave., Vancouver | 19+ | Doors Open: 7:00 PM, Event Starts: 7.30 PM

BCMC SOCIAL EVENT -  January 14th, 2025 [IN-PERSON]

"   The Pantheon Range: Then and Now "

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The Pantheon Range has a rich history of BCMC exploration, starting with Glenn Woodsworth and Dick Culbert in 1964, who were thwarted by bad weather during their trip. Glenn's trip report highlighted the range's potential for future exploration. In 2024, Francis Bailey and Andrea Tate returned to continue this legacy, making three first ascents—Sedna Peak, Culbert Crag, and Trident Tower—and a new scramble route up Diana Peak. In an upcoming photo presentation, they will share their experiences, comparing notes and stories with Glenn Woodsworth, who will reflect on the historical significance of the range.

  See you there!

Location: The Anza Club, #3, West 8th Ave., Vancouver | 19+ | Doors Open: 7:00 PM, Event Starts: 7.30 PM

BCMC SOCIAL EVENT -  December 10th, 2024 [IN-PERSON]

"  Journey to Annapurna Base Camp: A Trek Through the Annapurna Sanctuary"

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Embark on an Epic Adventure to Annapurna Base Camp!
Join seven fearless women from Vancouver as they share their unforgettable journey to the heart of Nepal’s Annapurna region. Trekking for 12 days through breathtaking landscapes, they reached the legendary Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters—standing at the foot of the towering Annapurna 1, the first 8,000-meter peak to be summited.

In this stunning slideshow, witness awe-inspiring photos of the majestic Himalayas and the vibrant city of Kathmandu, with its seven UNESCO sites. Hear firsthand stories of resilience, camaraderie, and the beauty of hiking through the Annapurna Sanctuary. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or simply a nature enthusiast, this presentation will transport you into a world of adventure and breathtaking vistas.

Don't miss this opportunity to explore the spirit of adventure and the power of friendship on the trail!

  See you there!

Location: The Anza Club, #3, West 8th Ave., Vancouver | 19+ | Doors Open: 7:00 PM, Event Starts: 7.30 PM