***COVID19 Guidelines Compliance:  Participants MUST read and comply with BCMC Guidelines attached in the Trip Planning Forum, confirm both at time of sign up, and day of event  - they have completed the  BC Covid-19 Symptom Self Assessment Tool questionnaire at time of registration.

***Mandatory COVID 19 Symptom Self Assessment Tool : https://bc.thrive.health/covid19/en

Once complete, email screen shot to organizer. 

This course is taught by Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures by a professional ACMG certified guide. MSAA is offering a special price for BCMC members of $211.65 + GST (usual price $249.00).

Be prepared for anything the wilderness throws at you with the Sea to Sky's leading mountain school. Obtain the complete required skill set & implementation through expert certified guides and our carefully crafted curriculum. Est. 1991 - Trip Advisor; Hall of Fame status,  beloved and trusted by BCMC members!

Course Details:

This course provides the base of essential skills required to confidently venture into the British Columbian forest and sub-alpine zones. Participants will learn to confidently plan and prepare for undertaking backcountry adventures including responding to unexpected wilderness situations such as running out of daylight, getting lost, encountering animals getting injured including preparing for an unplanned night out. All of this with minimal resources and in a wilderness setting.

Itinerary:

Location: 

Day 1: Meet your guide at 8:30am at the Squamish Adventure Centre.

The guide will have everyone sign a waiver before discussing the day's objectives. Day 1 is focussed on learning simple navigation skills, trip planning, risk management and basic wilderness first aid.

Day 2: Meet your guide at 8:30am at the Elfin Lakes Trailhead.

 Once you meet your guide, grab your gear and chat about the outlook of the day. Day 2 is focussed on practicing your navigation skills, group management and emergency skills e.g. shelter and fire building, emergency signalling etc.

The day will end at approximately 4:30pm with a debrief, discussion of the clinic and next step recommendations.

Gear List:

Day 1:

• Notebook (we recommend Rite in the Rain notebooks and a mechanical pencil)

• Basic compass

• Clothing and footwear appropriate for a day outside

• Food and drink for the day

Day 2:

• Small backpack/daypack (25-35 litres)

• Hiking boots or sturdy walking shoes with grippy tread

• Weatherproof shell jacket (preferably water resistant, with a hood)

• Water 1ltr-1.5ltr

• Lunch and snacks 1000-3000 total calories min (aim to have extra)

• Sunglasses, cap/toque/hat

• Sunscreen, insect repellent

Optional:

• Hiking poles

• Light gloves

• Long pants and an extra top layer (long sleeve or short sleeve in case of sudden weather change such as hot/cold)

• Extra socks

• Camera/SmartPhone

• Personal items or medication you require

Curriculum:

 Topics Covered:

• Basic navigation using a compass

• Trip planning & risk management

• How to build a survival kit

• How to build a basic wilderness first aid kit

• How to use the first aid kit

• Building a shelter

• Finding clean water

• Building a fire

• Emergency signalling

Payment:

On-line Registration process:

(1) Click “Join this trip” on the left hand side of the page. You will be added to the Waiting List

(2) Once on the Waiting List you will have access to the Course Online Payment on the left side of the page where you will find the promo code. Complete your payment directly with MSAA HERE  using the promo code. Be sure to select the right date in the drop down menu. You will receive a confirmation email from MSAA once your payment is completed.

(3) Forward your confirmation email to courses@bcmc.ca. You will then be added to the Confirmed List.

(4) Keep an eye on your email for further logistic details.

Please use the BCMC covid guidline for transporation. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact MSAA at +1 (604) 938-9242 or Oudi at courses@bcmc.ca.