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Shangri-La Lake Alava-Bate Sanctuary 2016 Summer CampPhoto by Mary Sanseverino
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ACC VANCOUVER ISLAND SECTIONSocial EventsThe club has a monthly slide-show presentation at the Swan Lake Nature House 3873 Swan Lake Road Victoria BC on the second Thursday of each month except in July and August The doors open at 700pm and the show starts at 730pm
Web InformationWeb site wwwaccvicaWebmaster webmasteraccvica
Executive Meeting MinutesAvailable on our meeting archives
National ACC OfficeFor new memberships and renewals changes of ad-dress or other details and booking huts contact the ACC National office directlywwwalpineclubofcanadacainfoalpineclubofcanadaca403 678 3200 or PO Box 8040 Canmore AB T1W 2T8
Annual Membership DuesSingle $53 Family $75Youth (19 and under) $38
The Island Bushwhacker NewsletterA monthly (except July and August) publication of the Vancouver Island Section Newsletter Editor Mary Sanseverino 250 592 4677 newsletteraccvica
We encourage submissions of items of interest to our membership including news items announcements and short articles along with photos Email your sub-mission by the 25th day of the previous month
Advertising shall be accepted at the discretion of the editor All advertising shall be for products or services of direct interest to our membership
Our Motto1 COME BACK ALIVE2 COME BACK FRIENDS3 RESPECT THE LAND4 HAVE FUN5 GET TO THE TOP (IN THAT ORDER)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thur April 13 Trekking in the Altai Mountains of Western Mongolia Come hear Rich Mably describe a 12-day trek in Altai Tavn Bogd National Park illus-trated by photos of the spectacular landscape stunning mountains and people who call this land home
Reminder to MembersKeep your membership up-to-date so to as to be covered by the ACCrsquos liability insurance Keep your contact information current on ACC Nationalrsquos site as itrsquos from this master list that we download our email addresses for mailouts
Register on our ACC-VI site to make your contact information available to other ACC-VI members
Join the ACC-VI listserv to keep in touch and share information with other ACC-VI members
Join the ACC-VIrsquos Facebook group
Contents3 Upcoming Slideshows and Events3 Upcoming Trips5 Mountain Education6 Vancouver Island 150 - How To 7 Shopping + Social 7 Trailrider Program8 Executive Episodes Catrin Brown9 Mtn Education Workshops and Ideas9 Finlayson views 1908 image 10 Vancouver Island 150 - Latest News 11 The 5040 Hut Time to Help Out13 Summer Camp Info and Update14 Photo Feature Vancouver Island Runner Up15 eTrails16 Executive Listing17 Photo Feature Vancouver Island Winner17 Contributors
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Upcoming Slideshows Presentation Meeting and Get-togethers Slideshow Thur April 13 Trekking in the Altai Mountains of Western Mongolia with Rich Mably
Come hear Rich describe the 12-day trekking part of his trip in Altai Tavn Bogd National Park illustrated by photos of the spectacular landscape stunning mountains and people who call this land home
This ACC trek began and ended at the town of Olgii in western Mongolia from where his group spent two days driving to the trailhead in the Altai Mountains First they trekked to the Five Holy Peaks and from base camp beside the Potaniin and Alexander Glaciers summited one of them Malchin (4050 m) and unsuccess-fully attempted another Nairandal (4180 m) They then trekked back to the trailhead and over a pass into the Bear Valley descending to near Khoton Lake
Slideshow Thur May 11 Wine and Berber Whisky + The long drive to the desert A two presentation evening with Brianna Cook-Coates Alois Schonenberger and Mike Cave
Brianna had a dream to go cragging in Spain and all it took to convince Walter to go was the promise of inex-pensive Spanish wine and the chance to climb Jebel Toubkal - the highest mountain in North Africa Come enjoy stories and photos from their month long trip provided by Brianna and some Berber Whisky poured by Walter
For the past few years Alois and Mike have made an annual road trip to Southern California to enjoy the sun-shine sticky granite and warm temperatures (in theory) of Joshua Tree National Park Join them for stories of their trips and for a slideshow on the desert environs and climbing offered within this fantastic national park
Added May 11 bonus we will be drawing for Phee Hudsons beautiful Triple Peak painting in support of the 5040 Hut
Victoria Slideshows are at Swan Lake Nature House Doors open at 700 pm the show starts at 730 pm Tea and goodies by donation
Upcoming Trips
09 April Mt Arrowsmith via the Main Snow Gully (B3) A good warm-up to the mountaineering season We will meet at the trailhead for the Climbers Trail
on April the 9th at 8am We will make our way up the main snow gully route to summit Mt Arrowsmith and then descend either by the snow gully again or if needed we can descend via Judges Route Skills Everyone should have some climbing experience including feeling confident climbing up (and down climbing) on a snow slope of 45 degrees Ice axe and self arrest training such as an ACC snow school work-shop or equivalent experience is mandatory Max 6 participants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness ATC belayrappel device crampons with anti-snow balling plates sturdy boots that fit your crampons Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
15-17 April Mt Septimus via the X Gully (C3) Trip Full Wait List Info Meet at the trailhead on Saturday April 15th at 9am Hike to Cream Lake and camp for the
night Sunday climb Mt Septimus (weathertime permitting we may see if we can climb Mt Rousseau the same day) Camp Sunday night and hike out on Monday Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
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Upcoming Trips cont
26 -10 April May Guatemala Volcano Bagging Are you looking for a spring getaway Able to make a snap decision Want something close
cheap warm with no jet-lag Join Ken Wong and Liz Williams for three weeks in Guatemala late April-early May (cheap flights April 19-May 10 about $750) The objective would be to knock off a few volcanoes (mostly day hikes a couple of overnighters - pick and choose) and enjoy a unique cultural experience in local market villages Guatemala is a beautiful country with lovely people Email Liz at seahorsepacificcoastnet ASAP We have detailed info on trekking up to seven volcanoes where to stay etc and are looking to make flight bookings THIS WEEK A group of four to six would be fun
29 April Wild Women All Womenrsquos Ascent of Mt Arrowsmith via Main Gully (C3) Trip Full A trip for self-identified women Come join us for an ascent of Mt Arrowsmith via the Main Snow
Gully and a descent via the Nose A classic spring climb Skills Comfort on steep snow use of ice axe travel in crampons and comfort with rappelling Max 4 par-ticipants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness belayrappel device crampons sturdy boots that fit your crampons rappel back-up personal safety (sling PAS preferably no daisy chains) Organizers Brianna Coates Krista Gooderham Contact klgooderhgmailcom
06 May Triple Peak via North Ridge (C3) Meet at the trailhead on Saturday May 6th at 12pm Hike to the Lake before Triple and camp for the
night Sunday climb Triple Peak via North Ridge and then hike out back to the vehicles Skills Everyone should have some climbing experience including feeling confident climbing up (and down climbing) on a snow slope of 45degrees Ice axe and self arrest training such as an ACC snow school work-shop or equivalent experience is mandatory Max 6 participants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness ATC belayrappel device crampons with anti-snow balling plates sturdy boots that fit your crampons Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
13 May Mount Arrowsmith - Lost Gully Route (C3) This is the longest (ie starts the lowest) commonly used route to the Arrowsmith summit and really
only good in the Spring We will ascend from Pass Main directly to the Arrowsmith South Summit with the crux a very steep ~60m snow gully (the famous ldquolostrdquo gully) for which previous experience with crampons and ice axe are essential After attaining the South summit we will traverse the ridge to the main summit descend Judges Route and find our vehicles Approx 8-10 hours You will need to be in good physical shape and confident with self-belayed climbing on steep snow Joint hike with Island Mountain Ramblers Max 10 Contact Clarke Gourlay clarkecheeseworksca 250-954-3941
20 May Mount Thelwood and Moyeha Mountain (C3) Victoria weekend snow hike from Tennent Lake (ski or snow shoe - depends on the snow pack)
Contact Tak Ogasawara takquadragmailcom
20 May Triple Peak (C3) Two day sortie on a classic Island peak Drive up on Sat hike in and set up camp at the lake Explore
the neighbourhood if time permits Early start on Sunday for summit attempt return to camp hike out and drive home Max 6 Mixed snow and rock climb Should be comfortable on steep snow with ice axe and cram-pons Scrambling unroped on Class 4 with significant exposure at times Co-led by Karun Thanjavur amp Rick Johnson Contact karunuvicca
Lots more online -- be sure to check our on-line web schedule frequently for updates
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Mountain Education
08 April Crevasse Rescue Course Join Island Alpine Guides to get ready for glacier travel with a focused day of crevasse rescue train-
ing The course starts with basics of ice axe self arrest and building T-slot anchors Then carry on to discuss route finding on glaciers and when to rope and when not to preparing the rope for glacier travel and mov-ing roped Finally the full process of a crevasse rescue from arresting the fall up to and including a drop loop haul and a z-drag system are covered Location Mt Washington Cost $9000 (paid directly to IAG) Max participants 9 Registration Please contact Alois (aloisaccvitripsgmailcom) to let him know yoursquore interested and register with IAG at httpswwwislandalpineguidescomtrips104
25 April Introduction to Backpacking Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking
trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other considerations to take when planning your first backpacking trip Time 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD Contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom See page 9 in this newsletter for more info
Steep Snow - Parts I and II This ACC-led workshop is intended to introduce beginners to elements of non-glaciated mountaineering Trip participants will practice the basic skills needed to climb and de-
scend the occasional pitch of steep springsummer snow and to practice rappelling in mountain terrain Saturday 3 June 830AM - 500PM Crag amp Classroom session (TBD) A day to discuss ropes gear and knots and to practice rappelling at the crag This day long session will be mandatory in order to prepare for the following long weekend Friday 9 June - Sunday 11 June Weekend in the Mountains (Mt Arrowsmith near Port Alberni) Wersquoll hike up to the beautiful North Cirque and set up camp spend a day learning how to climb steep snow using a combination of mountaineering boots crampons ice axes and rope amp protection systems and on the final day wersquoll put it all together to climb Mt Arrowsmithrsquos Main Gully and descend The Nose COST $75person If interested please email Eric Swanson ericaccvitripsgmailcom Workshop size This course can accommodate 6 participants Workshop pairings This course pairs well with this years Intro to Rock Climbing (held the following month) and Crevasse Rescue courses
10 - 11 June Wilderness Navigation Course Strathcona Provincial Park This two day Wilderness Navigation Workshop will teach you the skills to navigate safely
Some of the skill that are taught are Route Planning Basics Map and Compass work Route Finding etchellip if you are interested in signing up or would like more information use the link below There is a 10 discount for all ACC-VI member with valid membership card Contact MB Guiding - httpsmbguidingcabrowse2-day-wilderness-navigation
Intro to rock climbing -- June 28 and July 07-09 2017 Intended to introduce beginners to outdoor rock climbing Course participants will learn the basic skills
needed for a day of top roping at the crags including belaying rappelling and anchor building Classroom and cliffs sessions Check out Intro to Rock Climbing for more info
The ACC-VI Section offers course subsidies for mountain education courses Conditions apply -- please check out the ACC-VI Course Subsidies web page for more information
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Vancouver Island 150 A 2017 ACC-VI Project
Well 2017 is going fast and itrsquos time to focus on our section project to join in the celebration of Canadarsquos 150th birthday this year Our goal known as Vancouver Island 150 is simply this
Can we collectively climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks and hills during this year and record our summits online
I know many members have already embraced this project and started their record I am happy to say that as of now thanks to the expertise and enthusiasm of Mary Sanseverino (yes our very own producer of this newsletter) we can share these ascents digitally Please upload your con-quests to date and keep the numbers ticking towards the goal
The definition of a summit seems to be endlessly contestable so letrsquos try to avoid controversy and follow these guidelines A recorded peak can be any Vancouver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA Guide to Climbing and Hiking in Southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo or Island Alpine Select Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorgbull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
So this what you do1 Choose a peak to climb that has not yet been recorded in the project (Check out the Vancouver Island 150 Google Map to see whats been recorded so far)2 Go out and climb ithelliphellip and have a happy time 3 Take a summit photo of the summiteers4 Record the date name and latlong coordinates of the summit names of the summiteers a few notes about your trip (say a max of 250 characters for the notes)5 Follow the upload instructions at Vancouver Island 150 and you are away to the races6 Repeat steps 1 ndash 5
Simple and fun - keep an eye on the evolving interactive Vancouver Island 150 Map As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits and still climbing
Catrin
Editors note That pun is from your humble editor not your noble chair Catrin would never stoop to such cheap laughs Moreover your editor bows to the master - Sandy Briggs - although she tries hard she can never scale the lofty heights of pun-dom set by him
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Trailrider Program
To volunteer please contact Caroline Tansley Coordinator Tel 250-886-8038
Email trailrideraccvica More info at httpwwwaccvicaindexphptrailrider-program wwwfacebookcomgroupstrailrideraccvi
We are happy to announce that on Fri-day 7 April we have a ACC-VI event at MEC Victoria which will give a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases
Just show up at MEC Victoria between 500 pm and 800 pm on Friday April 7 with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop
Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for some social time Its an easy hike -- no helmets required (unless you come by bike) -- hope to
see you there
Mountain Shopping Spree and Social Friday April 7
8
Executive EpisodesA quick update of ACC life from the chairrsquos chair
Spring shopping spree and social Thanks to Lise Gagnon who has arranged a lsquoclub eventrsquo at MEC Victoria on Friday 7 April This gives a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases that evening Just show up between 500 pm and 800 pm with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for a social time Up-island people and others who cannot make it that evening if you know what you want think about asking a friend to buy it for you at the discount price Looking forward to seeing you there
Access to our parks please get involved The recent blogs from Island Timberlands ( httpblogislandtimberlandscom ) show some welcome increase in the times of gate openings on some of the main access routes especially to the Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park However you are strongly recommended to check the blog before making plans as things can change Note also that mid-week access is still largely denied
The executive has been discussing how we may try to engage politicians in the issue of restricted access to publically-funded parkland especially in this election year We decided that a letter writing campaign from our members to MLA candidates may help to draw attention to this issue So a small group has been work-ing on a lsquoform letterrsquo which we will distribute to the membership along with the contact information for the suggested recipients Wersquoll send this out when the candidates are known in mid-April Wersquore trying to make it easy for you to pitch in with your voice so we really hope you will respond to this request for action Watch this space
Vancouver Island 150 Our collaborative project to climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks during 2017 is progressing well Mary Sanse-verino is doing a great job linking photos to the interactive map see page 10 for the latest news Congrats to all the contributors to date itrsquos fun to see the photo collection developing
As we said in the last newsletter the working definition of a summit for our purposes here can be any Van-couver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA guide to Climbing and Hiking in southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorg
bull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
Want to get started - check out page 6 in this newsletter for instructions -- its fun and easy To date we are at 26 summits - well done everyone Letrsquos see if we can double our number during the month of April
Executive event
The link to the executive page and minutes of meetings is here The next executive meeting will be on 27 April 2017 If you have items to consider for discussion please let me know by 20 April thank you
Happy trails Catrin Brown
catrinshawca | chairaccvica
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Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
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Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
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a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
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Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
2
ACC VANCOUVER ISLAND SECTIONSocial EventsThe club has a monthly slide-show presentation at the Swan Lake Nature House 3873 Swan Lake Road Victoria BC on the second Thursday of each month except in July and August The doors open at 700pm and the show starts at 730pm
Web InformationWeb site wwwaccvicaWebmaster webmasteraccvica
Executive Meeting MinutesAvailable on our meeting archives
National ACC OfficeFor new memberships and renewals changes of ad-dress or other details and booking huts contact the ACC National office directlywwwalpineclubofcanadacainfoalpineclubofcanadaca403 678 3200 or PO Box 8040 Canmore AB T1W 2T8
Annual Membership DuesSingle $53 Family $75Youth (19 and under) $38
The Island Bushwhacker NewsletterA monthly (except July and August) publication of the Vancouver Island Section Newsletter Editor Mary Sanseverino 250 592 4677 newsletteraccvica
We encourage submissions of items of interest to our membership including news items announcements and short articles along with photos Email your sub-mission by the 25th day of the previous month
Advertising shall be accepted at the discretion of the editor All advertising shall be for products or services of direct interest to our membership
Our Motto1 COME BACK ALIVE2 COME BACK FRIENDS3 RESPECT THE LAND4 HAVE FUN5 GET TO THE TOP (IN THAT ORDER)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thur April 13 Trekking in the Altai Mountains of Western Mongolia Come hear Rich Mably describe a 12-day trek in Altai Tavn Bogd National Park illus-trated by photos of the spectacular landscape stunning mountains and people who call this land home
Reminder to MembersKeep your membership up-to-date so to as to be covered by the ACCrsquos liability insurance Keep your contact information current on ACC Nationalrsquos site as itrsquos from this master list that we download our email addresses for mailouts
Register on our ACC-VI site to make your contact information available to other ACC-VI members
Join the ACC-VI listserv to keep in touch and share information with other ACC-VI members
Join the ACC-VIrsquos Facebook group
Contents3 Upcoming Slideshows and Events3 Upcoming Trips5 Mountain Education6 Vancouver Island 150 - How To 7 Shopping + Social 7 Trailrider Program8 Executive Episodes Catrin Brown9 Mtn Education Workshops and Ideas9 Finlayson views 1908 image 10 Vancouver Island 150 - Latest News 11 The 5040 Hut Time to Help Out13 Summer Camp Info and Update14 Photo Feature Vancouver Island Runner Up15 eTrails16 Executive Listing17 Photo Feature Vancouver Island Winner17 Contributors
3
Upcoming Slideshows Presentation Meeting and Get-togethers Slideshow Thur April 13 Trekking in the Altai Mountains of Western Mongolia with Rich Mably
Come hear Rich describe the 12-day trekking part of his trip in Altai Tavn Bogd National Park illustrated by photos of the spectacular landscape stunning mountains and people who call this land home
This ACC trek began and ended at the town of Olgii in western Mongolia from where his group spent two days driving to the trailhead in the Altai Mountains First they trekked to the Five Holy Peaks and from base camp beside the Potaniin and Alexander Glaciers summited one of them Malchin (4050 m) and unsuccess-fully attempted another Nairandal (4180 m) They then trekked back to the trailhead and over a pass into the Bear Valley descending to near Khoton Lake
Slideshow Thur May 11 Wine and Berber Whisky + The long drive to the desert A two presentation evening with Brianna Cook-Coates Alois Schonenberger and Mike Cave
Brianna had a dream to go cragging in Spain and all it took to convince Walter to go was the promise of inex-pensive Spanish wine and the chance to climb Jebel Toubkal - the highest mountain in North Africa Come enjoy stories and photos from their month long trip provided by Brianna and some Berber Whisky poured by Walter
For the past few years Alois and Mike have made an annual road trip to Southern California to enjoy the sun-shine sticky granite and warm temperatures (in theory) of Joshua Tree National Park Join them for stories of their trips and for a slideshow on the desert environs and climbing offered within this fantastic national park
Added May 11 bonus we will be drawing for Phee Hudsons beautiful Triple Peak painting in support of the 5040 Hut
Victoria Slideshows are at Swan Lake Nature House Doors open at 700 pm the show starts at 730 pm Tea and goodies by donation
Upcoming Trips
09 April Mt Arrowsmith via the Main Snow Gully (B3) A good warm-up to the mountaineering season We will meet at the trailhead for the Climbers Trail
on April the 9th at 8am We will make our way up the main snow gully route to summit Mt Arrowsmith and then descend either by the snow gully again or if needed we can descend via Judges Route Skills Everyone should have some climbing experience including feeling confident climbing up (and down climbing) on a snow slope of 45 degrees Ice axe and self arrest training such as an ACC snow school work-shop or equivalent experience is mandatory Max 6 participants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness ATC belayrappel device crampons with anti-snow balling plates sturdy boots that fit your crampons Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
15-17 April Mt Septimus via the X Gully (C3) Trip Full Wait List Info Meet at the trailhead on Saturday April 15th at 9am Hike to Cream Lake and camp for the
night Sunday climb Mt Septimus (weathertime permitting we may see if we can climb Mt Rousseau the same day) Camp Sunday night and hike out on Monday Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
4
Upcoming Trips cont
26 -10 April May Guatemala Volcano Bagging Are you looking for a spring getaway Able to make a snap decision Want something close
cheap warm with no jet-lag Join Ken Wong and Liz Williams for three weeks in Guatemala late April-early May (cheap flights April 19-May 10 about $750) The objective would be to knock off a few volcanoes (mostly day hikes a couple of overnighters - pick and choose) and enjoy a unique cultural experience in local market villages Guatemala is a beautiful country with lovely people Email Liz at seahorsepacificcoastnet ASAP We have detailed info on trekking up to seven volcanoes where to stay etc and are looking to make flight bookings THIS WEEK A group of four to six would be fun
29 April Wild Women All Womenrsquos Ascent of Mt Arrowsmith via Main Gully (C3) Trip Full A trip for self-identified women Come join us for an ascent of Mt Arrowsmith via the Main Snow
Gully and a descent via the Nose A classic spring climb Skills Comfort on steep snow use of ice axe travel in crampons and comfort with rappelling Max 4 par-ticipants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness belayrappel device crampons sturdy boots that fit your crampons rappel back-up personal safety (sling PAS preferably no daisy chains) Organizers Brianna Coates Krista Gooderham Contact klgooderhgmailcom
06 May Triple Peak via North Ridge (C3) Meet at the trailhead on Saturday May 6th at 12pm Hike to the Lake before Triple and camp for the
night Sunday climb Triple Peak via North Ridge and then hike out back to the vehicles Skills Everyone should have some climbing experience including feeling confident climbing up (and down climbing) on a snow slope of 45degrees Ice axe and self arrest training such as an ACC snow school work-shop or equivalent experience is mandatory Max 6 participants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness ATC belayrappel device crampons with anti-snow balling plates sturdy boots that fit your crampons Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
13 May Mount Arrowsmith - Lost Gully Route (C3) This is the longest (ie starts the lowest) commonly used route to the Arrowsmith summit and really
only good in the Spring We will ascend from Pass Main directly to the Arrowsmith South Summit with the crux a very steep ~60m snow gully (the famous ldquolostrdquo gully) for which previous experience with crampons and ice axe are essential After attaining the South summit we will traverse the ridge to the main summit descend Judges Route and find our vehicles Approx 8-10 hours You will need to be in good physical shape and confident with self-belayed climbing on steep snow Joint hike with Island Mountain Ramblers Max 10 Contact Clarke Gourlay clarkecheeseworksca 250-954-3941
20 May Mount Thelwood and Moyeha Mountain (C3) Victoria weekend snow hike from Tennent Lake (ski or snow shoe - depends on the snow pack)
Contact Tak Ogasawara takquadragmailcom
20 May Triple Peak (C3) Two day sortie on a classic Island peak Drive up on Sat hike in and set up camp at the lake Explore
the neighbourhood if time permits Early start on Sunday for summit attempt return to camp hike out and drive home Max 6 Mixed snow and rock climb Should be comfortable on steep snow with ice axe and cram-pons Scrambling unroped on Class 4 with significant exposure at times Co-led by Karun Thanjavur amp Rick Johnson Contact karunuvicca
Lots more online -- be sure to check our on-line web schedule frequently for updates
5
Mountain Education
08 April Crevasse Rescue Course Join Island Alpine Guides to get ready for glacier travel with a focused day of crevasse rescue train-
ing The course starts with basics of ice axe self arrest and building T-slot anchors Then carry on to discuss route finding on glaciers and when to rope and when not to preparing the rope for glacier travel and mov-ing roped Finally the full process of a crevasse rescue from arresting the fall up to and including a drop loop haul and a z-drag system are covered Location Mt Washington Cost $9000 (paid directly to IAG) Max participants 9 Registration Please contact Alois (aloisaccvitripsgmailcom) to let him know yoursquore interested and register with IAG at httpswwwislandalpineguidescomtrips104
25 April Introduction to Backpacking Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking
trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other considerations to take when planning your first backpacking trip Time 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD Contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom See page 9 in this newsletter for more info
Steep Snow - Parts I and II This ACC-led workshop is intended to introduce beginners to elements of non-glaciated mountaineering Trip participants will practice the basic skills needed to climb and de-
scend the occasional pitch of steep springsummer snow and to practice rappelling in mountain terrain Saturday 3 June 830AM - 500PM Crag amp Classroom session (TBD) A day to discuss ropes gear and knots and to practice rappelling at the crag This day long session will be mandatory in order to prepare for the following long weekend Friday 9 June - Sunday 11 June Weekend in the Mountains (Mt Arrowsmith near Port Alberni) Wersquoll hike up to the beautiful North Cirque and set up camp spend a day learning how to climb steep snow using a combination of mountaineering boots crampons ice axes and rope amp protection systems and on the final day wersquoll put it all together to climb Mt Arrowsmithrsquos Main Gully and descend The Nose COST $75person If interested please email Eric Swanson ericaccvitripsgmailcom Workshop size This course can accommodate 6 participants Workshop pairings This course pairs well with this years Intro to Rock Climbing (held the following month) and Crevasse Rescue courses
10 - 11 June Wilderness Navigation Course Strathcona Provincial Park This two day Wilderness Navigation Workshop will teach you the skills to navigate safely
Some of the skill that are taught are Route Planning Basics Map and Compass work Route Finding etchellip if you are interested in signing up or would like more information use the link below There is a 10 discount for all ACC-VI member with valid membership card Contact MB Guiding - httpsmbguidingcabrowse2-day-wilderness-navigation
Intro to rock climbing -- June 28 and July 07-09 2017 Intended to introduce beginners to outdoor rock climbing Course participants will learn the basic skills
needed for a day of top roping at the crags including belaying rappelling and anchor building Classroom and cliffs sessions Check out Intro to Rock Climbing for more info
The ACC-VI Section offers course subsidies for mountain education courses Conditions apply -- please check out the ACC-VI Course Subsidies web page for more information
6
Vancouver Island 150 A 2017 ACC-VI Project
Well 2017 is going fast and itrsquos time to focus on our section project to join in the celebration of Canadarsquos 150th birthday this year Our goal known as Vancouver Island 150 is simply this
Can we collectively climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks and hills during this year and record our summits online
I know many members have already embraced this project and started their record I am happy to say that as of now thanks to the expertise and enthusiasm of Mary Sanseverino (yes our very own producer of this newsletter) we can share these ascents digitally Please upload your con-quests to date and keep the numbers ticking towards the goal
The definition of a summit seems to be endlessly contestable so letrsquos try to avoid controversy and follow these guidelines A recorded peak can be any Vancouver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA Guide to Climbing and Hiking in Southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo or Island Alpine Select Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorgbull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
So this what you do1 Choose a peak to climb that has not yet been recorded in the project (Check out the Vancouver Island 150 Google Map to see whats been recorded so far)2 Go out and climb ithelliphellip and have a happy time 3 Take a summit photo of the summiteers4 Record the date name and latlong coordinates of the summit names of the summiteers a few notes about your trip (say a max of 250 characters for the notes)5 Follow the upload instructions at Vancouver Island 150 and you are away to the races6 Repeat steps 1 ndash 5
Simple and fun - keep an eye on the evolving interactive Vancouver Island 150 Map As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits and still climbing
Catrin
Editors note That pun is from your humble editor not your noble chair Catrin would never stoop to such cheap laughs Moreover your editor bows to the master - Sandy Briggs - although she tries hard she can never scale the lofty heights of pun-dom set by him
7
Trailrider Program
To volunteer please contact Caroline Tansley Coordinator Tel 250-886-8038
Email trailrideraccvica More info at httpwwwaccvicaindexphptrailrider-program wwwfacebookcomgroupstrailrideraccvi
We are happy to announce that on Fri-day 7 April we have a ACC-VI event at MEC Victoria which will give a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases
Just show up at MEC Victoria between 500 pm and 800 pm on Friday April 7 with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop
Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for some social time Its an easy hike -- no helmets required (unless you come by bike) -- hope to
see you there
Mountain Shopping Spree and Social Friday April 7
8
Executive EpisodesA quick update of ACC life from the chairrsquos chair
Spring shopping spree and social Thanks to Lise Gagnon who has arranged a lsquoclub eventrsquo at MEC Victoria on Friday 7 April This gives a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases that evening Just show up between 500 pm and 800 pm with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for a social time Up-island people and others who cannot make it that evening if you know what you want think about asking a friend to buy it for you at the discount price Looking forward to seeing you there
Access to our parks please get involved The recent blogs from Island Timberlands ( httpblogislandtimberlandscom ) show some welcome increase in the times of gate openings on some of the main access routes especially to the Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park However you are strongly recommended to check the blog before making plans as things can change Note also that mid-week access is still largely denied
The executive has been discussing how we may try to engage politicians in the issue of restricted access to publically-funded parkland especially in this election year We decided that a letter writing campaign from our members to MLA candidates may help to draw attention to this issue So a small group has been work-ing on a lsquoform letterrsquo which we will distribute to the membership along with the contact information for the suggested recipients Wersquoll send this out when the candidates are known in mid-April Wersquore trying to make it easy for you to pitch in with your voice so we really hope you will respond to this request for action Watch this space
Vancouver Island 150 Our collaborative project to climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks during 2017 is progressing well Mary Sanse-verino is doing a great job linking photos to the interactive map see page 10 for the latest news Congrats to all the contributors to date itrsquos fun to see the photo collection developing
As we said in the last newsletter the working definition of a summit for our purposes here can be any Van-couver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA guide to Climbing and Hiking in southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorg
bull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
Want to get started - check out page 6 in this newsletter for instructions -- its fun and easy To date we are at 26 summits - well done everyone Letrsquos see if we can double our number during the month of April
Executive event
The link to the executive page and minutes of meetings is here The next executive meeting will be on 27 April 2017 If you have items to consider for discussion please let me know by 20 April thank you
Happy trails Catrin Brown
catrinshawca | chairaccvica
9
Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
3
Upcoming Slideshows Presentation Meeting and Get-togethers Slideshow Thur April 13 Trekking in the Altai Mountains of Western Mongolia with Rich Mably
Come hear Rich describe the 12-day trekking part of his trip in Altai Tavn Bogd National Park illustrated by photos of the spectacular landscape stunning mountains and people who call this land home
This ACC trek began and ended at the town of Olgii in western Mongolia from where his group spent two days driving to the trailhead in the Altai Mountains First they trekked to the Five Holy Peaks and from base camp beside the Potaniin and Alexander Glaciers summited one of them Malchin (4050 m) and unsuccess-fully attempted another Nairandal (4180 m) They then trekked back to the trailhead and over a pass into the Bear Valley descending to near Khoton Lake
Slideshow Thur May 11 Wine and Berber Whisky + The long drive to the desert A two presentation evening with Brianna Cook-Coates Alois Schonenberger and Mike Cave
Brianna had a dream to go cragging in Spain and all it took to convince Walter to go was the promise of inex-pensive Spanish wine and the chance to climb Jebel Toubkal - the highest mountain in North Africa Come enjoy stories and photos from their month long trip provided by Brianna and some Berber Whisky poured by Walter
For the past few years Alois and Mike have made an annual road trip to Southern California to enjoy the sun-shine sticky granite and warm temperatures (in theory) of Joshua Tree National Park Join them for stories of their trips and for a slideshow on the desert environs and climbing offered within this fantastic national park
Added May 11 bonus we will be drawing for Phee Hudsons beautiful Triple Peak painting in support of the 5040 Hut
Victoria Slideshows are at Swan Lake Nature House Doors open at 700 pm the show starts at 730 pm Tea and goodies by donation
Upcoming Trips
09 April Mt Arrowsmith via the Main Snow Gully (B3) A good warm-up to the mountaineering season We will meet at the trailhead for the Climbers Trail
on April the 9th at 8am We will make our way up the main snow gully route to summit Mt Arrowsmith and then descend either by the snow gully again or if needed we can descend via Judges Route Skills Everyone should have some climbing experience including feeling confident climbing up (and down climbing) on a snow slope of 45 degrees Ice axe and self arrest training such as an ACC snow school work-shop or equivalent experience is mandatory Max 6 participants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness ATC belayrappel device crampons with anti-snow balling plates sturdy boots that fit your crampons Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
15-17 April Mt Septimus via the X Gully (C3) Trip Full Wait List Info Meet at the trailhead on Saturday April 15th at 9am Hike to Cream Lake and camp for the
night Sunday climb Mt Septimus (weathertime permitting we may see if we can climb Mt Rousseau the same day) Camp Sunday night and hike out on Monday Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
4
Upcoming Trips cont
26 -10 April May Guatemala Volcano Bagging Are you looking for a spring getaway Able to make a snap decision Want something close
cheap warm with no jet-lag Join Ken Wong and Liz Williams for three weeks in Guatemala late April-early May (cheap flights April 19-May 10 about $750) The objective would be to knock off a few volcanoes (mostly day hikes a couple of overnighters - pick and choose) and enjoy a unique cultural experience in local market villages Guatemala is a beautiful country with lovely people Email Liz at seahorsepacificcoastnet ASAP We have detailed info on trekking up to seven volcanoes where to stay etc and are looking to make flight bookings THIS WEEK A group of four to six would be fun
29 April Wild Women All Womenrsquos Ascent of Mt Arrowsmith via Main Gully (C3) Trip Full A trip for self-identified women Come join us for an ascent of Mt Arrowsmith via the Main Snow
Gully and a descent via the Nose A classic spring climb Skills Comfort on steep snow use of ice axe travel in crampons and comfort with rappelling Max 4 par-ticipants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness belayrappel device crampons sturdy boots that fit your crampons rappel back-up personal safety (sling PAS preferably no daisy chains) Organizers Brianna Coates Krista Gooderham Contact klgooderhgmailcom
06 May Triple Peak via North Ridge (C3) Meet at the trailhead on Saturday May 6th at 12pm Hike to the Lake before Triple and camp for the
night Sunday climb Triple Peak via North Ridge and then hike out back to the vehicles Skills Everyone should have some climbing experience including feeling confident climbing up (and down climbing) on a snow slope of 45degrees Ice axe and self arrest training such as an ACC snow school work-shop or equivalent experience is mandatory Max 6 participants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness ATC belayrappel device crampons with anti-snow balling plates sturdy boots that fit your crampons Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
13 May Mount Arrowsmith - Lost Gully Route (C3) This is the longest (ie starts the lowest) commonly used route to the Arrowsmith summit and really
only good in the Spring We will ascend from Pass Main directly to the Arrowsmith South Summit with the crux a very steep ~60m snow gully (the famous ldquolostrdquo gully) for which previous experience with crampons and ice axe are essential After attaining the South summit we will traverse the ridge to the main summit descend Judges Route and find our vehicles Approx 8-10 hours You will need to be in good physical shape and confident with self-belayed climbing on steep snow Joint hike with Island Mountain Ramblers Max 10 Contact Clarke Gourlay clarkecheeseworksca 250-954-3941
20 May Mount Thelwood and Moyeha Mountain (C3) Victoria weekend snow hike from Tennent Lake (ski or snow shoe - depends on the snow pack)
Contact Tak Ogasawara takquadragmailcom
20 May Triple Peak (C3) Two day sortie on a classic Island peak Drive up on Sat hike in and set up camp at the lake Explore
the neighbourhood if time permits Early start on Sunday for summit attempt return to camp hike out and drive home Max 6 Mixed snow and rock climb Should be comfortable on steep snow with ice axe and cram-pons Scrambling unroped on Class 4 with significant exposure at times Co-led by Karun Thanjavur amp Rick Johnson Contact karunuvicca
Lots more online -- be sure to check our on-line web schedule frequently for updates
5
Mountain Education
08 April Crevasse Rescue Course Join Island Alpine Guides to get ready for glacier travel with a focused day of crevasse rescue train-
ing The course starts with basics of ice axe self arrest and building T-slot anchors Then carry on to discuss route finding on glaciers and when to rope and when not to preparing the rope for glacier travel and mov-ing roped Finally the full process of a crevasse rescue from arresting the fall up to and including a drop loop haul and a z-drag system are covered Location Mt Washington Cost $9000 (paid directly to IAG) Max participants 9 Registration Please contact Alois (aloisaccvitripsgmailcom) to let him know yoursquore interested and register with IAG at httpswwwislandalpineguidescomtrips104
25 April Introduction to Backpacking Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking
trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other considerations to take when planning your first backpacking trip Time 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD Contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom See page 9 in this newsletter for more info
Steep Snow - Parts I and II This ACC-led workshop is intended to introduce beginners to elements of non-glaciated mountaineering Trip participants will practice the basic skills needed to climb and de-
scend the occasional pitch of steep springsummer snow and to practice rappelling in mountain terrain Saturday 3 June 830AM - 500PM Crag amp Classroom session (TBD) A day to discuss ropes gear and knots and to practice rappelling at the crag This day long session will be mandatory in order to prepare for the following long weekend Friday 9 June - Sunday 11 June Weekend in the Mountains (Mt Arrowsmith near Port Alberni) Wersquoll hike up to the beautiful North Cirque and set up camp spend a day learning how to climb steep snow using a combination of mountaineering boots crampons ice axes and rope amp protection systems and on the final day wersquoll put it all together to climb Mt Arrowsmithrsquos Main Gully and descend The Nose COST $75person If interested please email Eric Swanson ericaccvitripsgmailcom Workshop size This course can accommodate 6 participants Workshop pairings This course pairs well with this years Intro to Rock Climbing (held the following month) and Crevasse Rescue courses
10 - 11 June Wilderness Navigation Course Strathcona Provincial Park This two day Wilderness Navigation Workshop will teach you the skills to navigate safely
Some of the skill that are taught are Route Planning Basics Map and Compass work Route Finding etchellip if you are interested in signing up or would like more information use the link below There is a 10 discount for all ACC-VI member with valid membership card Contact MB Guiding - httpsmbguidingcabrowse2-day-wilderness-navigation
Intro to rock climbing -- June 28 and July 07-09 2017 Intended to introduce beginners to outdoor rock climbing Course participants will learn the basic skills
needed for a day of top roping at the crags including belaying rappelling and anchor building Classroom and cliffs sessions Check out Intro to Rock Climbing for more info
The ACC-VI Section offers course subsidies for mountain education courses Conditions apply -- please check out the ACC-VI Course Subsidies web page for more information
6
Vancouver Island 150 A 2017 ACC-VI Project
Well 2017 is going fast and itrsquos time to focus on our section project to join in the celebration of Canadarsquos 150th birthday this year Our goal known as Vancouver Island 150 is simply this
Can we collectively climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks and hills during this year and record our summits online
I know many members have already embraced this project and started their record I am happy to say that as of now thanks to the expertise and enthusiasm of Mary Sanseverino (yes our very own producer of this newsletter) we can share these ascents digitally Please upload your con-quests to date and keep the numbers ticking towards the goal
The definition of a summit seems to be endlessly contestable so letrsquos try to avoid controversy and follow these guidelines A recorded peak can be any Vancouver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA Guide to Climbing and Hiking in Southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo or Island Alpine Select Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorgbull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
So this what you do1 Choose a peak to climb that has not yet been recorded in the project (Check out the Vancouver Island 150 Google Map to see whats been recorded so far)2 Go out and climb ithelliphellip and have a happy time 3 Take a summit photo of the summiteers4 Record the date name and latlong coordinates of the summit names of the summiteers a few notes about your trip (say a max of 250 characters for the notes)5 Follow the upload instructions at Vancouver Island 150 and you are away to the races6 Repeat steps 1 ndash 5
Simple and fun - keep an eye on the evolving interactive Vancouver Island 150 Map As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits and still climbing
Catrin
Editors note That pun is from your humble editor not your noble chair Catrin would never stoop to such cheap laughs Moreover your editor bows to the master - Sandy Briggs - although she tries hard she can never scale the lofty heights of pun-dom set by him
7
Trailrider Program
To volunteer please contact Caroline Tansley Coordinator Tel 250-886-8038
Email trailrideraccvica More info at httpwwwaccvicaindexphptrailrider-program wwwfacebookcomgroupstrailrideraccvi
We are happy to announce that on Fri-day 7 April we have a ACC-VI event at MEC Victoria which will give a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases
Just show up at MEC Victoria between 500 pm and 800 pm on Friday April 7 with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop
Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for some social time Its an easy hike -- no helmets required (unless you come by bike) -- hope to
see you there
Mountain Shopping Spree and Social Friday April 7
8
Executive EpisodesA quick update of ACC life from the chairrsquos chair
Spring shopping spree and social Thanks to Lise Gagnon who has arranged a lsquoclub eventrsquo at MEC Victoria on Friday 7 April This gives a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases that evening Just show up between 500 pm and 800 pm with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for a social time Up-island people and others who cannot make it that evening if you know what you want think about asking a friend to buy it for you at the discount price Looking forward to seeing you there
Access to our parks please get involved The recent blogs from Island Timberlands ( httpblogislandtimberlandscom ) show some welcome increase in the times of gate openings on some of the main access routes especially to the Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park However you are strongly recommended to check the blog before making plans as things can change Note also that mid-week access is still largely denied
The executive has been discussing how we may try to engage politicians in the issue of restricted access to publically-funded parkland especially in this election year We decided that a letter writing campaign from our members to MLA candidates may help to draw attention to this issue So a small group has been work-ing on a lsquoform letterrsquo which we will distribute to the membership along with the contact information for the suggested recipients Wersquoll send this out when the candidates are known in mid-April Wersquore trying to make it easy for you to pitch in with your voice so we really hope you will respond to this request for action Watch this space
Vancouver Island 150 Our collaborative project to climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks during 2017 is progressing well Mary Sanse-verino is doing a great job linking photos to the interactive map see page 10 for the latest news Congrats to all the contributors to date itrsquos fun to see the photo collection developing
As we said in the last newsletter the working definition of a summit for our purposes here can be any Van-couver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA guide to Climbing and Hiking in southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorg
bull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
Want to get started - check out page 6 in this newsletter for instructions -- its fun and easy To date we are at 26 summits - well done everyone Letrsquos see if we can double our number during the month of April
Executive event
The link to the executive page and minutes of meetings is here The next executive meeting will be on 27 April 2017 If you have items to consider for discussion please let me know by 20 April thank you
Happy trails Catrin Brown
catrinshawca | chairaccvica
9
Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
4
Upcoming Trips cont
26 -10 April May Guatemala Volcano Bagging Are you looking for a spring getaway Able to make a snap decision Want something close
cheap warm with no jet-lag Join Ken Wong and Liz Williams for three weeks in Guatemala late April-early May (cheap flights April 19-May 10 about $750) The objective would be to knock off a few volcanoes (mostly day hikes a couple of overnighters - pick and choose) and enjoy a unique cultural experience in local market villages Guatemala is a beautiful country with lovely people Email Liz at seahorsepacificcoastnet ASAP We have detailed info on trekking up to seven volcanoes where to stay etc and are looking to make flight bookings THIS WEEK A group of four to six would be fun
29 April Wild Women All Womenrsquos Ascent of Mt Arrowsmith via Main Gully (C3) Trip Full A trip for self-identified women Come join us for an ascent of Mt Arrowsmith via the Main Snow
Gully and a descent via the Nose A classic spring climb Skills Comfort on steep snow use of ice axe travel in crampons and comfort with rappelling Max 4 par-ticipants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness belayrappel device crampons sturdy boots that fit your crampons rappel back-up personal safety (sling PAS preferably no daisy chains) Organizers Brianna Coates Krista Gooderham Contact klgooderhgmailcom
06 May Triple Peak via North Ridge (C3) Meet at the trailhead on Saturday May 6th at 12pm Hike to the Lake before Triple and camp for the
night Sunday climb Triple Peak via North Ridge and then hike out back to the vehicles Skills Everyone should have some climbing experience including feeling confident climbing up (and down climbing) on a snow slope of 45degrees Ice axe and self arrest training such as an ACC snow school work-shop or equivalent experience is mandatory Max 6 participants Gear required Ice axe helmet harness ATC belayrappel device crampons with anti-snow balling plates sturdy boots that fit your crampons Contact Natasha Salway natashasalwaygmailcom
13 May Mount Arrowsmith - Lost Gully Route (C3) This is the longest (ie starts the lowest) commonly used route to the Arrowsmith summit and really
only good in the Spring We will ascend from Pass Main directly to the Arrowsmith South Summit with the crux a very steep ~60m snow gully (the famous ldquolostrdquo gully) for which previous experience with crampons and ice axe are essential After attaining the South summit we will traverse the ridge to the main summit descend Judges Route and find our vehicles Approx 8-10 hours You will need to be in good physical shape and confident with self-belayed climbing on steep snow Joint hike with Island Mountain Ramblers Max 10 Contact Clarke Gourlay clarkecheeseworksca 250-954-3941
20 May Mount Thelwood and Moyeha Mountain (C3) Victoria weekend snow hike from Tennent Lake (ski or snow shoe - depends on the snow pack)
Contact Tak Ogasawara takquadragmailcom
20 May Triple Peak (C3) Two day sortie on a classic Island peak Drive up on Sat hike in and set up camp at the lake Explore
the neighbourhood if time permits Early start on Sunday for summit attempt return to camp hike out and drive home Max 6 Mixed snow and rock climb Should be comfortable on steep snow with ice axe and cram-pons Scrambling unroped on Class 4 with significant exposure at times Co-led by Karun Thanjavur amp Rick Johnson Contact karunuvicca
Lots more online -- be sure to check our on-line web schedule frequently for updates
5
Mountain Education
08 April Crevasse Rescue Course Join Island Alpine Guides to get ready for glacier travel with a focused day of crevasse rescue train-
ing The course starts with basics of ice axe self arrest and building T-slot anchors Then carry on to discuss route finding on glaciers and when to rope and when not to preparing the rope for glacier travel and mov-ing roped Finally the full process of a crevasse rescue from arresting the fall up to and including a drop loop haul and a z-drag system are covered Location Mt Washington Cost $9000 (paid directly to IAG) Max participants 9 Registration Please contact Alois (aloisaccvitripsgmailcom) to let him know yoursquore interested and register with IAG at httpswwwislandalpineguidescomtrips104
25 April Introduction to Backpacking Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking
trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other considerations to take when planning your first backpacking trip Time 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD Contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom See page 9 in this newsletter for more info
Steep Snow - Parts I and II This ACC-led workshop is intended to introduce beginners to elements of non-glaciated mountaineering Trip participants will practice the basic skills needed to climb and de-
scend the occasional pitch of steep springsummer snow and to practice rappelling in mountain terrain Saturday 3 June 830AM - 500PM Crag amp Classroom session (TBD) A day to discuss ropes gear and knots and to practice rappelling at the crag This day long session will be mandatory in order to prepare for the following long weekend Friday 9 June - Sunday 11 June Weekend in the Mountains (Mt Arrowsmith near Port Alberni) Wersquoll hike up to the beautiful North Cirque and set up camp spend a day learning how to climb steep snow using a combination of mountaineering boots crampons ice axes and rope amp protection systems and on the final day wersquoll put it all together to climb Mt Arrowsmithrsquos Main Gully and descend The Nose COST $75person If interested please email Eric Swanson ericaccvitripsgmailcom Workshop size This course can accommodate 6 participants Workshop pairings This course pairs well with this years Intro to Rock Climbing (held the following month) and Crevasse Rescue courses
10 - 11 June Wilderness Navigation Course Strathcona Provincial Park This two day Wilderness Navigation Workshop will teach you the skills to navigate safely
Some of the skill that are taught are Route Planning Basics Map and Compass work Route Finding etchellip if you are interested in signing up or would like more information use the link below There is a 10 discount for all ACC-VI member with valid membership card Contact MB Guiding - httpsmbguidingcabrowse2-day-wilderness-navigation
Intro to rock climbing -- June 28 and July 07-09 2017 Intended to introduce beginners to outdoor rock climbing Course participants will learn the basic skills
needed for a day of top roping at the crags including belaying rappelling and anchor building Classroom and cliffs sessions Check out Intro to Rock Climbing for more info
The ACC-VI Section offers course subsidies for mountain education courses Conditions apply -- please check out the ACC-VI Course Subsidies web page for more information
6
Vancouver Island 150 A 2017 ACC-VI Project
Well 2017 is going fast and itrsquos time to focus on our section project to join in the celebration of Canadarsquos 150th birthday this year Our goal known as Vancouver Island 150 is simply this
Can we collectively climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks and hills during this year and record our summits online
I know many members have already embraced this project and started their record I am happy to say that as of now thanks to the expertise and enthusiasm of Mary Sanseverino (yes our very own producer of this newsletter) we can share these ascents digitally Please upload your con-quests to date and keep the numbers ticking towards the goal
The definition of a summit seems to be endlessly contestable so letrsquos try to avoid controversy and follow these guidelines A recorded peak can be any Vancouver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA Guide to Climbing and Hiking in Southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo or Island Alpine Select Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorgbull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
So this what you do1 Choose a peak to climb that has not yet been recorded in the project (Check out the Vancouver Island 150 Google Map to see whats been recorded so far)2 Go out and climb ithelliphellip and have a happy time 3 Take a summit photo of the summiteers4 Record the date name and latlong coordinates of the summit names of the summiteers a few notes about your trip (say a max of 250 characters for the notes)5 Follow the upload instructions at Vancouver Island 150 and you are away to the races6 Repeat steps 1 ndash 5
Simple and fun - keep an eye on the evolving interactive Vancouver Island 150 Map As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits and still climbing
Catrin
Editors note That pun is from your humble editor not your noble chair Catrin would never stoop to such cheap laughs Moreover your editor bows to the master - Sandy Briggs - although she tries hard she can never scale the lofty heights of pun-dom set by him
7
Trailrider Program
To volunteer please contact Caroline Tansley Coordinator Tel 250-886-8038
Email trailrideraccvica More info at httpwwwaccvicaindexphptrailrider-program wwwfacebookcomgroupstrailrideraccvi
We are happy to announce that on Fri-day 7 April we have a ACC-VI event at MEC Victoria which will give a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases
Just show up at MEC Victoria between 500 pm and 800 pm on Friday April 7 with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop
Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for some social time Its an easy hike -- no helmets required (unless you come by bike) -- hope to
see you there
Mountain Shopping Spree and Social Friday April 7
8
Executive EpisodesA quick update of ACC life from the chairrsquos chair
Spring shopping spree and social Thanks to Lise Gagnon who has arranged a lsquoclub eventrsquo at MEC Victoria on Friday 7 April This gives a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases that evening Just show up between 500 pm and 800 pm with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for a social time Up-island people and others who cannot make it that evening if you know what you want think about asking a friend to buy it for you at the discount price Looking forward to seeing you there
Access to our parks please get involved The recent blogs from Island Timberlands ( httpblogislandtimberlandscom ) show some welcome increase in the times of gate openings on some of the main access routes especially to the Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park However you are strongly recommended to check the blog before making plans as things can change Note also that mid-week access is still largely denied
The executive has been discussing how we may try to engage politicians in the issue of restricted access to publically-funded parkland especially in this election year We decided that a letter writing campaign from our members to MLA candidates may help to draw attention to this issue So a small group has been work-ing on a lsquoform letterrsquo which we will distribute to the membership along with the contact information for the suggested recipients Wersquoll send this out when the candidates are known in mid-April Wersquore trying to make it easy for you to pitch in with your voice so we really hope you will respond to this request for action Watch this space
Vancouver Island 150 Our collaborative project to climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks during 2017 is progressing well Mary Sanse-verino is doing a great job linking photos to the interactive map see page 10 for the latest news Congrats to all the contributors to date itrsquos fun to see the photo collection developing
As we said in the last newsletter the working definition of a summit for our purposes here can be any Van-couver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA guide to Climbing and Hiking in southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorg
bull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
Want to get started - check out page 6 in this newsletter for instructions -- its fun and easy To date we are at 26 summits - well done everyone Letrsquos see if we can double our number during the month of April
Executive event
The link to the executive page and minutes of meetings is here The next executive meeting will be on 27 April 2017 If you have items to consider for discussion please let me know by 20 April thank you
Happy trails Catrin Brown
catrinshawca | chairaccvica
9
Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
5
Mountain Education
08 April Crevasse Rescue Course Join Island Alpine Guides to get ready for glacier travel with a focused day of crevasse rescue train-
ing The course starts with basics of ice axe self arrest and building T-slot anchors Then carry on to discuss route finding on glaciers and when to rope and when not to preparing the rope for glacier travel and mov-ing roped Finally the full process of a crevasse rescue from arresting the fall up to and including a drop loop haul and a z-drag system are covered Location Mt Washington Cost $9000 (paid directly to IAG) Max participants 9 Registration Please contact Alois (aloisaccvitripsgmailcom) to let him know yoursquore interested and register with IAG at httpswwwislandalpineguidescomtrips104
25 April Introduction to Backpacking Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking
trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other considerations to take when planning your first backpacking trip Time 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD Contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom See page 9 in this newsletter for more info
Steep Snow - Parts I and II This ACC-led workshop is intended to introduce beginners to elements of non-glaciated mountaineering Trip participants will practice the basic skills needed to climb and de-
scend the occasional pitch of steep springsummer snow and to practice rappelling in mountain terrain Saturday 3 June 830AM - 500PM Crag amp Classroom session (TBD) A day to discuss ropes gear and knots and to practice rappelling at the crag This day long session will be mandatory in order to prepare for the following long weekend Friday 9 June - Sunday 11 June Weekend in the Mountains (Mt Arrowsmith near Port Alberni) Wersquoll hike up to the beautiful North Cirque and set up camp spend a day learning how to climb steep snow using a combination of mountaineering boots crampons ice axes and rope amp protection systems and on the final day wersquoll put it all together to climb Mt Arrowsmithrsquos Main Gully and descend The Nose COST $75person If interested please email Eric Swanson ericaccvitripsgmailcom Workshop size This course can accommodate 6 participants Workshop pairings This course pairs well with this years Intro to Rock Climbing (held the following month) and Crevasse Rescue courses
10 - 11 June Wilderness Navigation Course Strathcona Provincial Park This two day Wilderness Navigation Workshop will teach you the skills to navigate safely
Some of the skill that are taught are Route Planning Basics Map and Compass work Route Finding etchellip if you are interested in signing up or would like more information use the link below There is a 10 discount for all ACC-VI member with valid membership card Contact MB Guiding - httpsmbguidingcabrowse2-day-wilderness-navigation
Intro to rock climbing -- June 28 and July 07-09 2017 Intended to introduce beginners to outdoor rock climbing Course participants will learn the basic skills
needed for a day of top roping at the crags including belaying rappelling and anchor building Classroom and cliffs sessions Check out Intro to Rock Climbing for more info
The ACC-VI Section offers course subsidies for mountain education courses Conditions apply -- please check out the ACC-VI Course Subsidies web page for more information
6
Vancouver Island 150 A 2017 ACC-VI Project
Well 2017 is going fast and itrsquos time to focus on our section project to join in the celebration of Canadarsquos 150th birthday this year Our goal known as Vancouver Island 150 is simply this
Can we collectively climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks and hills during this year and record our summits online
I know many members have already embraced this project and started their record I am happy to say that as of now thanks to the expertise and enthusiasm of Mary Sanseverino (yes our very own producer of this newsletter) we can share these ascents digitally Please upload your con-quests to date and keep the numbers ticking towards the goal
The definition of a summit seems to be endlessly contestable so letrsquos try to avoid controversy and follow these guidelines A recorded peak can be any Vancouver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA Guide to Climbing and Hiking in Southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo or Island Alpine Select Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorgbull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
So this what you do1 Choose a peak to climb that has not yet been recorded in the project (Check out the Vancouver Island 150 Google Map to see whats been recorded so far)2 Go out and climb ithelliphellip and have a happy time 3 Take a summit photo of the summiteers4 Record the date name and latlong coordinates of the summit names of the summiteers a few notes about your trip (say a max of 250 characters for the notes)5 Follow the upload instructions at Vancouver Island 150 and you are away to the races6 Repeat steps 1 ndash 5
Simple and fun - keep an eye on the evolving interactive Vancouver Island 150 Map As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits and still climbing
Catrin
Editors note That pun is from your humble editor not your noble chair Catrin would never stoop to such cheap laughs Moreover your editor bows to the master - Sandy Briggs - although she tries hard she can never scale the lofty heights of pun-dom set by him
7
Trailrider Program
To volunteer please contact Caroline Tansley Coordinator Tel 250-886-8038
Email trailrideraccvica More info at httpwwwaccvicaindexphptrailrider-program wwwfacebookcomgroupstrailrideraccvi
We are happy to announce that on Fri-day 7 April we have a ACC-VI event at MEC Victoria which will give a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases
Just show up at MEC Victoria between 500 pm and 800 pm on Friday April 7 with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop
Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for some social time Its an easy hike -- no helmets required (unless you come by bike) -- hope to
see you there
Mountain Shopping Spree and Social Friday April 7
8
Executive EpisodesA quick update of ACC life from the chairrsquos chair
Spring shopping spree and social Thanks to Lise Gagnon who has arranged a lsquoclub eventrsquo at MEC Victoria on Friday 7 April This gives a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases that evening Just show up between 500 pm and 800 pm with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for a social time Up-island people and others who cannot make it that evening if you know what you want think about asking a friend to buy it for you at the discount price Looking forward to seeing you there
Access to our parks please get involved The recent blogs from Island Timberlands ( httpblogislandtimberlandscom ) show some welcome increase in the times of gate openings on some of the main access routes especially to the Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park However you are strongly recommended to check the blog before making plans as things can change Note also that mid-week access is still largely denied
The executive has been discussing how we may try to engage politicians in the issue of restricted access to publically-funded parkland especially in this election year We decided that a letter writing campaign from our members to MLA candidates may help to draw attention to this issue So a small group has been work-ing on a lsquoform letterrsquo which we will distribute to the membership along with the contact information for the suggested recipients Wersquoll send this out when the candidates are known in mid-April Wersquore trying to make it easy for you to pitch in with your voice so we really hope you will respond to this request for action Watch this space
Vancouver Island 150 Our collaborative project to climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks during 2017 is progressing well Mary Sanse-verino is doing a great job linking photos to the interactive map see page 10 for the latest news Congrats to all the contributors to date itrsquos fun to see the photo collection developing
As we said in the last newsletter the working definition of a summit for our purposes here can be any Van-couver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA guide to Climbing and Hiking in southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorg
bull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
Want to get started - check out page 6 in this newsletter for instructions -- its fun and easy To date we are at 26 summits - well done everyone Letrsquos see if we can double our number during the month of April
Executive event
The link to the executive page and minutes of meetings is here The next executive meeting will be on 27 April 2017 If you have items to consider for discussion please let me know by 20 April thank you
Happy trails Catrin Brown
catrinshawca | chairaccvica
9
Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
6
Vancouver Island 150 A 2017 ACC-VI Project
Well 2017 is going fast and itrsquos time to focus on our section project to join in the celebration of Canadarsquos 150th birthday this year Our goal known as Vancouver Island 150 is simply this
Can we collectively climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks and hills during this year and record our summits online
I know many members have already embraced this project and started their record I am happy to say that as of now thanks to the expertise and enthusiasm of Mary Sanseverino (yes our very own producer of this newsletter) we can share these ascents digitally Please upload your con-quests to date and keep the numbers ticking towards the goal
The definition of a summit seems to be endlessly contestable so letrsquos try to avoid controversy and follow these guidelines A recorded peak can be any Vancouver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA Guide to Climbing and Hiking in Southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo or Island Alpine Select Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorgbull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
So this what you do1 Choose a peak to climb that has not yet been recorded in the project (Check out the Vancouver Island 150 Google Map to see whats been recorded so far)2 Go out and climb ithelliphellip and have a happy time 3 Take a summit photo of the summiteers4 Record the date name and latlong coordinates of the summit names of the summiteers a few notes about your trip (say a max of 250 characters for the notes)5 Follow the upload instructions at Vancouver Island 150 and you are away to the races6 Repeat steps 1 ndash 5
Simple and fun - keep an eye on the evolving interactive Vancouver Island 150 Map As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits and still climbing
Catrin
Editors note That pun is from your humble editor not your noble chair Catrin would never stoop to such cheap laughs Moreover your editor bows to the master - Sandy Briggs - although she tries hard she can never scale the lofty heights of pun-dom set by him
7
Trailrider Program
To volunteer please contact Caroline Tansley Coordinator Tel 250-886-8038
Email trailrideraccvica More info at httpwwwaccvicaindexphptrailrider-program wwwfacebookcomgroupstrailrideraccvi
We are happy to announce that on Fri-day 7 April we have a ACC-VI event at MEC Victoria which will give a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases
Just show up at MEC Victoria between 500 pm and 800 pm on Friday April 7 with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop
Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for some social time Its an easy hike -- no helmets required (unless you come by bike) -- hope to
see you there
Mountain Shopping Spree and Social Friday April 7
8
Executive EpisodesA quick update of ACC life from the chairrsquos chair
Spring shopping spree and social Thanks to Lise Gagnon who has arranged a lsquoclub eventrsquo at MEC Victoria on Friday 7 April This gives a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases that evening Just show up between 500 pm and 800 pm with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for a social time Up-island people and others who cannot make it that evening if you know what you want think about asking a friend to buy it for you at the discount price Looking forward to seeing you there
Access to our parks please get involved The recent blogs from Island Timberlands ( httpblogislandtimberlandscom ) show some welcome increase in the times of gate openings on some of the main access routes especially to the Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park However you are strongly recommended to check the blog before making plans as things can change Note also that mid-week access is still largely denied
The executive has been discussing how we may try to engage politicians in the issue of restricted access to publically-funded parkland especially in this election year We decided that a letter writing campaign from our members to MLA candidates may help to draw attention to this issue So a small group has been work-ing on a lsquoform letterrsquo which we will distribute to the membership along with the contact information for the suggested recipients Wersquoll send this out when the candidates are known in mid-April Wersquore trying to make it easy for you to pitch in with your voice so we really hope you will respond to this request for action Watch this space
Vancouver Island 150 Our collaborative project to climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks during 2017 is progressing well Mary Sanse-verino is doing a great job linking photos to the interactive map see page 10 for the latest news Congrats to all the contributors to date itrsquos fun to see the photo collection developing
As we said in the last newsletter the working definition of a summit for our purposes here can be any Van-couver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA guide to Climbing and Hiking in southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorg
bull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
Want to get started - check out page 6 in this newsletter for instructions -- its fun and easy To date we are at 26 summits - well done everyone Letrsquos see if we can double our number during the month of April
Executive event
The link to the executive page and minutes of meetings is here The next executive meeting will be on 27 April 2017 If you have items to consider for discussion please let me know by 20 April thank you
Happy trails Catrin Brown
catrinshawca | chairaccvica
9
Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
7
Trailrider Program
To volunteer please contact Caroline Tansley Coordinator Tel 250-886-8038
Email trailrideraccvica More info at httpwwwaccvicaindexphptrailrider-program wwwfacebookcomgroupstrailrideraccvi
We are happy to announce that on Fri-day 7 April we have a ACC-VI event at MEC Victoria which will give a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases
Just show up at MEC Victoria between 500 pm and 800 pm on Friday April 7 with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop
Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for some social time Its an easy hike -- no helmets required (unless you come by bike) -- hope to
see you there
Mountain Shopping Spree and Social Friday April 7
8
Executive EpisodesA quick update of ACC life from the chairrsquos chair
Spring shopping spree and social Thanks to Lise Gagnon who has arranged a lsquoclub eventrsquo at MEC Victoria on Friday 7 April This gives a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases that evening Just show up between 500 pm and 800 pm with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for a social time Up-island people and others who cannot make it that evening if you know what you want think about asking a friend to buy it for you at the discount price Looking forward to seeing you there
Access to our parks please get involved The recent blogs from Island Timberlands ( httpblogislandtimberlandscom ) show some welcome increase in the times of gate openings on some of the main access routes especially to the Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park However you are strongly recommended to check the blog before making plans as things can change Note also that mid-week access is still largely denied
The executive has been discussing how we may try to engage politicians in the issue of restricted access to publically-funded parkland especially in this election year We decided that a letter writing campaign from our members to MLA candidates may help to draw attention to this issue So a small group has been work-ing on a lsquoform letterrsquo which we will distribute to the membership along with the contact information for the suggested recipients Wersquoll send this out when the candidates are known in mid-April Wersquore trying to make it easy for you to pitch in with your voice so we really hope you will respond to this request for action Watch this space
Vancouver Island 150 Our collaborative project to climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks during 2017 is progressing well Mary Sanse-verino is doing a great job linking photos to the interactive map see page 10 for the latest news Congrats to all the contributors to date itrsquos fun to see the photo collection developing
As we said in the last newsletter the working definition of a summit for our purposes here can be any Van-couver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA guide to Climbing and Hiking in southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorg
bull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
Want to get started - check out page 6 in this newsletter for instructions -- its fun and easy To date we are at 26 summits - well done everyone Letrsquos see if we can double our number during the month of April
Executive event
The link to the executive page and minutes of meetings is here The next executive meeting will be on 27 April 2017 If you have items to consider for discussion please let me know by 20 April thank you
Happy trails Catrin Brown
catrinshawca | chairaccvica
9
Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
8
Executive EpisodesA quick update of ACC life from the chairrsquos chair
Spring shopping spree and social Thanks to Lise Gagnon who has arranged a lsquoclub eventrsquo at MEC Victoria on Friday 7 April This gives a 10 discount on all your in-store purchases that evening Just show up between 500 pm and 800 pm with some ID (so we can confirm your membership status) and shop till you drop Then head over to the Drake Eaterypub at 517 Pandora Ave Victoria BC V8W 1N6 for a social time Up-island people and others who cannot make it that evening if you know what you want think about asking a friend to buy it for you at the discount price Looking forward to seeing you there
Access to our parks please get involved The recent blogs from Island Timberlands ( httpblogislandtimberlandscom ) show some welcome increase in the times of gate openings on some of the main access routes especially to the Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park However you are strongly recommended to check the blog before making plans as things can change Note also that mid-week access is still largely denied
The executive has been discussing how we may try to engage politicians in the issue of restricted access to publically-funded parkland especially in this election year We decided that a letter writing campaign from our members to MLA candidates may help to draw attention to this issue So a small group has been work-ing on a lsquoform letterrsquo which we will distribute to the membership along with the contact information for the suggested recipients Wersquoll send this out when the candidates are known in mid-April Wersquore trying to make it easy for you to pitch in with your voice so we really hope you will respond to this request for action Watch this space
Vancouver Island 150 Our collaborative project to climb 150 Vancouver Island peaks during 2017 is progressing well Mary Sanse-verino is doing a great job linking photos to the interactive map see page 10 for the latest news Congrats to all the contributors to date itrsquos fun to see the photo collection developing
As we said in the last newsletter the working definition of a summit for our purposes here can be any Van-couver Island or Gulf Islands peak that isbull listed in ldquoA guide to Climbing and Hiking in southwest BCrdquo Bruce Fairleybull listed in ldquoIsland Alpinerdquo Philip Stonebull listed in Lindsay Elmsrsquo island peaks data base which can be accessed from
httpislandmountainramblerscomresourcesvancouver-island-peaksbull listed in wwwsummitpostorg
bull a named wilderness summit on a topo map (ie excluding those that are developed)
Want to get started - check out page 6 in this newsletter for instructions -- its fun and easy To date we are at 26 summits - well done everyone Letrsquos see if we can double our number during the month of April
Executive event
The link to the executive page and minutes of meetings is here The next executive meeting will be on 27 April 2017 If you have items to consider for discussion please let me know by 20 April thank you
Happy trails Catrin Brown
catrinshawca | chairaccvica
9
Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
9
Looking south from Mt Finlayson southern
Vancouver IslandA 1908 image shot by CH Clapp as part of a photo-topographical Survey by the Geological Survey of Canada (Dept of Mines)
Mt Wells is in the centre Mt Mac-Donald to the right and Triangle Hill off to the left The slopes of Skirt Mtn are in the left mid-ground
Image courtesy of Library and Ar-chives Canada Bibliothegraveque et Archives Canada and The Mountain Legacy Project Click the image for a bigger view
Colin Mann amp Alois Schonenberger our Mountain Education Coordinators have a few ideas they want to run by everyone They would like to get our feedback on two workshop ideas They would love to hear from us
Contact Colin and Alois at educationaccvica
Wilderness First Aid ACC-VIs Education Coordinators are soliciting interest in a potential Wilderness First Aid Course before making a booking with a course provider The cost for this weekend course would be approximately $250 depending on the number of participants
If yoursquod be interested in taking a course in 2017 please write educationaccvica and let them know if yoursquod prefer a course in the Spring Summer or Fall and also let them know if you could attend in Victoria or Nanaimo
Introduction to Backpacking Workshop New Offering Introduction to Backpacking Workshop Are you looking to make the transition from day hikes in the Sooke Hills to overnight backpacking trips This 3-hour evening workshop will provide a discussion on choosing a route packing a bag and other con-siderations to take when planning your first backpacking trip
Time It will be held 630-930 PM on Tuesday 25 April Location TBD
Please contact Alois at aloisaccvitripsgmailcom and as this is a new offering from the club if there is a topic in particular that yoursquod like to address please be sure to let him know
ACC-VI Mountain Education Workshop and Learning Ideas
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
10
Vancouver Island 150 150 summits on Vancouver Island to celebrate the
150th anniversary of Canada
The word is getting out - the Vancouver Island 150 celebration is on and lots of people have taken up the challenge already As of April 2 2017 we are at 26 summits with more coming all the time Well done everyone
Click on the map to see the full screen version
Its easy to participate - page 6 tells you all about it Or email me (Mary Sanseverino) at newsletteraccvica with any questions comments
Its just as much fun to see the pictures (and comment on them -- Ken Wong - take a look at yours) Click on any of the ACC-VI Vancouver Island 150 images below to scroll through them all
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
11
Its OfficialWe have support for the hut We have a design for the hut We have interim financing for the hut Now we have approval from the Province (Not sure what hut were talking about Check out httpwwwhutsaccvica and catch the wave)
Lets talk about the moneyIts all about money Heres what weve achieved in the past year Our very own VI Section has donated $15K So has Mountain Equipment Co-op The ACC National office has donated $40K And The Island Coastal Economic Trust approved a $90000 funding contribution
Weve also been busy twisting arms of senior members in the section Actually twisting wasnt needed In a month we raised over $60K Impressive indeed
Why would I donate to the Hut FundThere are a couple of good reasons In years to come (when you are grumpy and no longer handsome) you will want to be able to say (as the wind whistles through the rafters) You know I helped pay for this hut so the pimply youths shivering in the corner show some respect to their elders and betters Plus anything over a $25 dona-tion means you get a 2017 tax receipt
When you donate $250 or multiples thereof you get a shot at winning an original framed 16 x 24 painting by noted mountain artist (and section member) Phee Hudson httpsphillipahudsoncom Its of the very same view youll get while sitting on the huts front deck - Triple Peak Its worth $1600 at todays rates (the painting not the view) Get your $250+ donation in by May 1st The draw for the painting will be held at the sections social at Swan Lake on Thurs-day May 11th
Finally if you have dreams of immortality (and fortunately many section members have shown they are up for this) when you donate $1000 or more your name will be inscribed on a bronze plaque in the hut as a Mt Finlayson Donor If you donate $5000 or more you will be inscribed as
The 5040 Peak West Ridge Hut Project
Now its time for you to help
Lawrence White from ACC National Office hands over 40K to Chris Jensen for the hut
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
12
a Mt Arrowsmith Donor and if you are feeling particularly immortal (two people already are) you can donate $10000 and be inscribed as a Golden Hinde Donor Plus of course a tax receipt and 4 20 or 40 chances to win that painting Hey - whats money for anyway
How can I donate to the Hut FundIts pretty simple (OK - we did that on purpose) You need to go to the ACC National website They are the guys who issue the tax receipts so they are the guys who get the money - momen-tarily We get it soon thereafter Promise And you get your tax receipt right away Promise too
Click on httpsadminalpineclubofcanadacadonation
Now pay attention Really Otherwise this can get confusing and wed hate for you to get con-fused when youre so close to the end Fill in Step 1 Make sure you choose Vancouver Island Hut under the Donation Type menu For obvious reasons Then hit Confirm Do NOT fill in all the steps and then hit Confirm That will cause weird things like landslides in Mongolia Take it one step at a time and you will make it through Use a credit card Its that easy
The million dollar question - how muchWhatever you can afford Really Here are some suggestions
$25 - Same as you paid for your Banff Mountain Film Festival ticket Everyone can af-ford that right Plus you get a tax receipt and a chance to support a hut that youll use for
a lifetime
$50 - Same as a tank of gas Isnt a mountain hut that lasts a century worth a tank of gas + Tax receipt
$100 - Thats how much youd spend for 1frac12 days at the ACCs amazing Summer Camp And that tax receipt of course
$250 - Now were talking Thats how much you spend on 2 days at an ACC Ski Week Think how many ski weeks youre going to enjoy on 5040 Plus you get a chance to win
that stunning painting
$500 - Thats what youd pay for the family per day at a beach front condo in Hawaii Cmon the huts worth more than ONE day in Hawaii Plus TWO chances to win that
painting
$1000 - OK were impressed Thats FOUR chances to win that gorgeous mountain painting a tax receipt AND your name in the hut as a major donor Cool
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
13
Summer Camp Lone Goat Tent Camp
Update There are still spots available for this yearrsquos ACC-VI summer tent camp but they are getting fewer Week One (July 16 ndash 23) is full but a wait list is being taken There was a mass moving of four participants from Week 2 to Week 3 so that now leaves four spots open on Week 2 (July 23 ndash 30) and only 2 spots remain on Week 3 now (July 30 ndash Aug 6)We will also take names for wait lists on all weeks in case one or more folks have to drop out
If you want to get in on another wonderful summer camp in the South Chilcotin Range now is the time with only those 6 spots remaining To fill a spot you will need to read all the documents noted below complete your registration form and mail a cheque made payable to ACC-VI (Alpine Club of Canada ndash Vancouver Island Section) for $60000 to me at my home address listed below Etransfers are also accepted and will be forwarded to the club treasurer
Contact Peggy Taylor at peggyhikinggmailcom
InformationPlease see the ldquoSummer Camp General Information Guide 2017rdquo and the ldquoGuidance for Lone Goat Summer Camp Participants 2017rdquo which we hope will answer many of your preliminary questions Please be sure to read these documents carefully before filling in your registration form Your understanding and agreement with these policies is a pre-requisite of registration Travel and all other details will be provided at a later date A Suggested Personal Equipment List is also available
RegistrationPlease read all the information print out the Registration Form and mail with your cheque for $600 to
Peggy Taylor 417-545 Manchester Road
Victoria BC V8T 5H6
Thank youThanks to those who have stepped up to fill the camp manager and assistant manager roles and haul the trailer (both going in and out of the staging area) with the camp communal gear Your enthusiasm and willingness is much appreciated
We look forward to another great summer in BCrsquos wonderful mountains Your ACC-VI Summer Camp Committee
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
14
ACC-VI 2016 Photo CompetitionFeature Photo
Vancouver Island Josh Slatkoff Runner up
Josh says ldquoThis photo was taken on July 24 2016 near the site of thefuture hut on Peak 5040 Weather rewards the patient after hiking in a cloud most of the afternoon the sun emerged near dusk showcas-ing Triples toothy grinrdquo
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
15
e-Trails Mountain News and Stories
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia Newsletter has lots of interesting and per-tinent info - Welcome Barry Janyk to FMCBC as the new Executive Director
Vancouver Island Avalanche Bulletin Anyone setting out into Vancouver Islandrsquos back country should be aware of VI Avalanche Bulletin website httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincom It
has up to date conditions and gives excellent travelterrain advice
Report your observations You can get involved and help the Vancouver Island Avalanche Centre Society out by reporting your observations no matter how much experience you have Keep a
log on your smartphone view forecasts on the go email in your observations - check it out at httpwwwislandavalanchebulletincomget-involved
Spring is coming - first Satinflower of the season in the hills
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
16
Chair Catrin Brown chairaccvicaSecretary Lise Gagnon infoaccvicaTreasurer Clarke Gourlay treasureraccvica Members-at-LargeBrianna Coates David Lemon Access and EnvironmentBarb Baker accessaccvicaBMFF CoordinatorKrista Zala bmffaccvicaBushwhacker AnnualEditor Sean McIntyre Assistant Ed Robie MacdonaldbushwhackeraccvicaEducationColin Mann amp Alois Schonenbergerclimbingjunky88gmailcomEquipmentMike Hubbard (lower Island) 250 370 1096 jmhubbardshawcaTim Turay (upper Island) 250 334 5259timturaynicbccaSummer CampLiz Williams summercampsaccvicaFMCBC RepCaroline Tansley Russ Moirfmcbcaccvica HutChris Jensen hutsaccvica
Communications TeamMartin Hofmann Karun Thanjuvar Jes Scott Kathy KutzerLibraryArchivesHistoryTom Hall (LibraryArchives)250 592 2518 hallpnwshawcaLindsay Elms (History) 250 792 3384 lindsayjelmsgmailcomNational RepChristine Fordham natrepaccvicaSafety CommitteeWalter Moar 250 381 3922 safetyaccvicaScheduleKarun Thanjavur scheduleaccvicaEvening Events CoordinatorPeggy Taylor eventsaccvicaWebmasterMartin Hofmann webmasteraccvicaMemorial FundGeoff Bennett 250 853 7515geoffbennettshawcaTrailrider Program CoordinatorCaroline Tansley 250 886 8038 trailrideraccvicaKids and Youth Program CoordinatorDerek Sou
Non Executive Coordinators
Kings Peak Rambler and Colonel Foster from Crest Mountain Photo by Roxy Jensen
EXECUTIVE
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
17
From the cover ACC-VI 2016 Photo Competition
Vancouver Island Winner - Mary Sanseverino
Mary says We were sitting around at the Alava Bate summer camp one evening after dinner and a few of us turned and looked at Shangri-La Lake -- it was still and the reflection was perfect We knew it
wouldnt last so we grabbed cameras and ran to the waters edge This image - a three picture panorama of Little Alava in the clouds - was my result
