December 2022 E-news FMCBC

The Federation of Mountain Clubs
of British Columbia

December 2022 NEWSLETTER

FMCBC News

WELCOME to our newest FMCBC Board Member - Director Adam Steele

Adam is a third-year student at UBC, studying Political Science and Sociology. He is a member of the Varsity Outdoor Club.

A resident of North Vancouver, he's always had an appreciation for the outdoors. In his spare time he enjoys mountain biking, trail running, reading, and working at Grouse Mountain.

Welcome, Adam – we're glad to have you on board!

Keep us Up-to-Date!

A reminder to let us know if your FMCBC Club Representative changes or has new contact information. You can email fmcbc@mountainclubs.org for more info, or to update your rep.

FMCBC Annual General Meeting - Spring 2023

We are ramping up for our in-person 2023 Annual General Meeting! It's been a while since we've shared some food and drink, invigorating hikes and face-to-face planning for the future of the FMCBC.

If your club is interested in sponsoring our next AGM and would like to know what is required, please email us. We'd love to join you on your local trails and continue to build our backcountry advocacy network!

Mountain Matters

FMCBC Member Club Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association (PNOA) Hosted an Outdoor Safety Workshop at Elgin Hall on Nov. 27. It was well-received by participants and PNOA is planning additional safety workshops for the future.

Join Golden’s 32nd Annual Christmas Bird Count

If you are in the Golden, BC area – you can participate in this year’s Christmas Bird Count which will be held Monday, December 29th. This fun community science project provides an important snapshot of our native bird populations during the winter months.

In the News

Canada is hosting the largest biodiversity conference in the world. Here’s what’s at stake - The Narwhal (Novenber 21, 2022)

Dr. Melissa Lem receives 2022 Nature Inspiration Award for park prescription program - UBC News (November 22, 2022)

Vernon Search and Rescue looks to expand team - Vernon Morning Star (November 27, 2022)

In defence of the tall and mighty - CBC News (December 11, 2022)

Climate change affecting Christmas trees in B.C. and beyond: expert - Trail Times (December 11, 2022)

Making the Outdoors Accessible, One Dock at a Time - BC Wildlife Federation (November 30, 2022)

In B.C’s Cariboo, let Mother Nature be your guide this winter - 100 Mile Free Press (December 5, 2022)

Vehicle day passes return for Mount Seymour park this winter - CBC News (December 6, 2022)

Canada invests in active transportation in Southwestern British Columbia - Newswire (November 25, 2022)

How To Visit Mount Robson: The Highest & Most Prominent Peak Of The Rockies - The Travel (November 17, 2022)

Melanie Vogel Completes Historic 12,000-Mile Trans-Canada Hike - The Trek (November 17, 2022)

The demon river - Pique Newsmagazine (December 11, 2022)

Mainer becomes one of the oldest hikers to complete Pacific Crest Trail - Yahoo News (December 4, 2022)

Volunteers add 1,000 native plants to Fort Shepherd - Rossland News (November 17, 2022)

This adventurer helps people living with vision loss cut through fresh snow - The Globe and Mail (November 24, 2022)

Join the FMCBC today!

Do you want to make a meaningful contribution to BC's backcountry?

We are seeking volunteers with expertise in insurance for our Risk Management Committee and general members for our Trails Committee.

Contact fmcbc@mountainclubs.org or fill out our online form to tell us about yourself.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Fall/Winter 2022

Cloudburst Magazine

In this issue:

• Biking Vancouver Island and the Kinsol Trestle •

• The historically notable Swiss Edelweiss Village •

• A tribute to Jay MacArthur – Outdoors advocate •

Want to share your adventure? Shed some light on a backcountry issue? Educate others? Show off your favourite photos? Tell others about that great book you read? We want to hear all about it!

Submit by September 30, 2023 for our next issue.

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