Did you miss out on a spot in the winter mentorship program? This is a mentorship style trip suitable for FIT beginners (see requirements).  It is a club requirement to have minimum AST1 to participate in this trip. 

Trip will depart Vancouver 6.30am.  10 essentials mandatory for all participants. Other gear required: snowshoes, microspikes, avalanche beacon shovel probe. 

More details in the planning forum including trip planning.

Weather dependent - trip location may be changed or postponed for inclement weather or unfavourable avalanche conditions. 

Requirements to join: must be able to hike the grouse grind in one hour or less (Or equivalent).  Must be able to carry a heavy winter pack for up to 8 hours.  Must have minimum AST1 and carry avalanche gear.  Feel free to contact me directly if you’re unsure about your ability to join this trip.