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May 2018

Sat 26

10 hrs
2018 Intro to Mountaineering - outdoor #1
The first outdoor session, designed to cover basic mountaineering techniques in a reasonably safe setting.
Instructional Program
C3
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Winifred Swatschek
FULL
Max: 20
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Tue 22

3.5 hrs
2018 Intro to Mountaineering - prep session
Session one... mid-week evening indoor meeting
Instructional Program
A1
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Winifred Swatschek
FULL
Max: 20
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 12

2 day
Intro to Outdoor Top Roping
Learn the basics of rock climbing - no experience required!
Instructional Program
B5
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Marlaina Rhymer
OPEN
Max: 15
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Tue 8

14 hrs
How to Organize BCMC Trips (Offering 5)
1hr info session for members wanting to start/improve organizing club trips (from 6-7:15pm, before BCMC Social).
Instructional Program
A0
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
OPEN
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Thu 3

3 days
2018 Intro to Mountaineering - course application
Series of sessions with two overnight trips, the training spaced over a few weekends to allow time to absorb info.
Instructional Program
C4
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Winifred Swatschek
OPEN
Max: 20
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

April 2018

Sat 28

7.5 hrs
Sliding Down Ropes- Rescheduled
Rappelling techniques. Stressing simplicity and safety. Suitable for beginners.
Instructional Program
A1
Members Only
Organizer: Bruce Cassels
OPEN
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Tue 10

14 hrs
How to Organize BCMC Trips (Offering 4)
1hr info session for members wanting to start/improve organizing club trips (from 6-7:15pm, before BCMC Social).
Instructional Program
A0
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
OPEN
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 7

1 day
Top roping basics
Intro for indoor climbers to learn the basics for outdoor top-roping so you can join outdoor rock climbing trips.
Instructional Program
B5
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: David Borja
FULL
Max: 8
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

March 2018

Tue 27

14 hrs
A Workshop on the Art of Advocacy and Backcountry BC
A workshop and seminar on backcountrybc and learning the tools of the trade for successful backcountry advocacy
Instructional Program
A0
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
OPEN
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Tue 20

3 hrs
A Workshop on using GPS Devices and GPS Data (Offering 2)
A Workshop on GPS Devices and GPS Data
Instructional Program
A0
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
OPEN
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Tue 13

4 hrs
How to Organize BCMC Trips (Offering 3)
1hr info session for members wanting to start/improve organizing club trips (from 6-7:15pm, before BCMC Social).
Instructional Program
A0
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
FULL
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 3

2 day
Snow Shelter Workshop 2018
Focus on building moderately large igloos and emergency shelters
Instructional Program
B2
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Barnard
FULL
Max: 9
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

February 2018

Tue 27

3 hrs
A Workshop on using GPS Devices and GPS Data (Full)
A Workshop on GPS Devices and GPS Data
Instructional Program
A0
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
FULL
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 24

14 hrs
Avalanche Transceiver & Rescue Training
Full day transceiver and companion rescue training
Instructional Program
A1
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Winifred Swatschek
OPEN
Max: 20
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Thu 22

2 hrs
Snow Shelter Workshop - Pre-Trip Session
This "prep" session is ONLY for those confirmed to attend the Snow Shelter Workshop on March 3-4 weekend.
Instructional Program
A1
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Claire Tallon
FULL
Max: 15
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Tue 20

14 hrs
Love Your Trails
A Workshop on Trail Construction and Maintenence
Instructional Program
A0
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
FULL
Max: 14
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Tue 13

4 hrs
How to Organize BCMC Trips (Offering 2)
1hr info session for members wanting to start/improve organizing club trips (from 6-7:15pm, before BCMC Social).
Instructional Program
A0
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
FULL
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

January 2018

Tue 30

3.5 hrs
Downhill Ski Instruction
Instruction from trained members on ski technique with a emphasis on backcountry progression for intermediate skiers.
Instructional Program
A2
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Tam McTavish
FULL
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 27

14 hrs
Introduction to Backcountry Skiing
A fun day for those who have never skied outside a resort and would like to pick up backcountry skiing this winter!
Instructional Program
B2
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Steve Yun
FULL
Max: 10
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 20

2 day
Introduction to Ice Climbing
Two-day course on basic ice climbing safety and technique
Instructional Program
B5
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Jeremy Thom
FULL
Max: 4
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 20

16 hrs
Introduction to Backcountry Skiing **FULL**
A fun day for those who have never skied outside a resort and would like to pick up backcountry skiing this winter!
Instructional Program
B2
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Lisa Quattrocchi
OPEN
Max: 14
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 13

2 day
Introduction to Ice Climbing
Two-day course on basic ice climbing safety and technique
Instructional Program
B5
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Jeremy Thom
FULL
Max: 4
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Sat 13

16 hrs
Introduction to Backcountry Skiing **FULL**
A fun day for those who have never skied outside a resort and would like to pick up backcountry skiing this winter!
Instructional Program
B2
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Lisa Quattrocchi
FULL
Max: 20
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Thu 11

2.5 hrs
Introduction to Backcountry Skiing Pre-Trip Session
A *must attend* pre-trip session for participants in the Jan 13th, 20th, or 27th Intro to Backcountry Skiing courses.
Instructional Program
A1
Screening
Members Only
Organizer: Lisa Quattrocchi
OPEN
Max: 99
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0

Tue 9

14 hrs
How to Organize BCMC Trips
1hr info session for members wanting to start/improve organizing club trips (from 6-7:15pm, before BCMC Social).
Instructional Program
A0
Members Only
Organizer: Chris Ludwig
FULL
Max: 12
Confirmed:
Waitlist: 0