Originally published at: Thursday 11 June Social evening and presentation: “It almost wasn’t so….”
“It almost wan’t so…. some stories of how successful advocacy by the climbing and mountaineering community helped to protect some treasured places”
with Rick Johnson and Russ Moir
This June is a milestone for 30 years of safe climbing at Fleming Beach in Esquimalt. Rick Johnson, who was actively involved in saving this resource from closure in 1996, will share some historical anecdotes and discuss the broader impact of this successful campaign.
Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park was established in 2008. In no small measure this was a reflection of the tireless advocacy of club member Peter Rothermel over many years. Peter recently passed away, but the legacy of his work on this iconic peak lives on. Russ Moir will describe some of the routes, characters and ACC VI history of this iconic Island peak.
Venue: Esquimalt Gorge Pavilion, 1070 Tillicum Road, Victoria
When: Thursday 11 June, doors open at 6.45 pm for social time, presentation starts at 7.30 pm. All welcome, bring your family and friends. On this summer evening, we hope to enjoy some outside time in this beautiful facility. We look forwrad to seeing you there.
For those who cannot attend in person, a Zoom link will be sent a few days before.