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Land Activities > Climbing
Climbing requires patience, strength, focus and the right mindset. It’s a dangerous sport and should not be taken lightly.
Indoor climbing gyms are very popular for training during the winter months and can provide a great environment for beginners to learn basic skills such as belaying, rappelling, and rope handling.
If you’re a first-timer, be sure to learn from a qualified guide and get as much experience as possible before exploring on your own or with friends. Outdoor climbing involves far more variables than indoor climbing, so you must be competent and ready for anything. And that includes knowing when to call it quits if the weather doesn’t cooperate.
Planning to ice climb a majestic frozen waterfall? Recognize that winter climbing requires additional knowledge, experience and training regarding changing conditions of free-hanging ice. Also, winter travel in Canada’s spectacular backcountry brings with it inherent risks. Ensure you are thoroughly prepared for severe weather and avalanches before you head out.
Knowledge, experience and sound judgment are your best survival tools when climbing Canada’s beautiful mountains.
Taking The Essentials
- Flashlight
- Fire making kit
- Whistle or mirror
- Extra food and water
- Extra clothing
- Navigational / communication aids
- First aid kit
- Emergency shelter
- Pocket knife
- Sun protection
Specific to Climbing
- Layered clothing
- Bug spray
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- Hydration system
- Appropriate footwear
- Moleskin
- Fitted helmet
- Harness
- Tools
- Locking carabiner
- Chalk bag
- Carabiners
- Sling
- Enthusiastic partner
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International Federation of Sport Climbing
The IFSC was created on January 27th 2007 and is a continuation of the International Council for Competition Climbing which was created in 1997. It is an Olympic Sport Federation. The IFSC is an international non-governmental non-profit organization whose main objectives are the direction, regulation, promotion, development and furtherance of climbing competitions around the world.
Association of Canadian Mountain Guides
The ACMG is the professional association of trained and certified Mountain Guides, Hiking Guides and Climbing Instructors dedicated to protecting public safety and enjoyment in climbing, skiing and hiking adventures. ACMG members guide and instruct climbing, backcountry skiing and hiking throughout Canada and the rest of the world.
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