Lover's Leap Club Climb - ACC, Manitoba Section

This Club Climb will see us climbing at Lover's Leap, east of Redditt Ontario. The cliff has seen a resurgence in activity lately and needs a bit of love. Over the past three years, some routes have been scrubbed and new top anchors put in place. There is still lots to do and lots of new routing potential. Come join the fun and bring some scrubbing gear!

Once registered, our trip leaders Darla and Rob will contact you with more details. Please register at least 48 hours before the club climb.

This climbing trip is rated: Intermediate (Climbing 5.10+). Routes here are steep! The access to the cliff is from the top, with a boulderfield along the bottom - no flat ground to be found. Not a good place for pets, kids or beginners.

Important Notes:

• To participate in this trip, you must be a member of the Manitoba Section of the Alpine Club of Canada.
• All participants or their legal guardians are required to review and sign the club’s waiver to participate in this event. Download and read through the waiver here.
• There is no need to print or sign the waiver ahead of the event. The trip leader will be reviewing it with you and collecting your signature prior to the start of the event.
• No dogs at this event.

You need to be aware of the hazards associated with this event.

Please read through this list carefully before you sign up for the event. You must acknowledge that you have read and understand these hazards to participate in this event.

Rock Climbing & Bouldering Hazards:

Rockfall

• Rockfall can be caused by natural forces, or by people travelling through the terrain (e.g. climbing/scrambling/hiking). What are the risks? Impact from a falling rock can result in injury or death and can also damage equipment such as ropes.

• Mitigated with certified and experienced guides, Helmets

Terrain

• Trees, forest deadfall, and tree stumps
• Creeks
• Rocks and Boulders
• Variable and difficult walking terrain
• Impact or collision with other persons or objects
• Encounters with domestic or wild animals
• Contact with poisonous flora or fauna
• Loss of balance or control
• Slips, trips and falls.
• Mitigated with Trained guides and Radios/ Satellite phone

Falls and Belaying

• Rock climbing presents the risk of falling from the wall causing the climber to collide with the wall or ground, which can lead to injury or death
• The risk of belay failure is also present which can contribute to the risk of a ground fall
• Mitigated by guides reviewing best belay practices

Communication, rescue and medical treatment

• Communication can be difficult and in the event of a accident rescue and treatment may not be available
• Adverse weather may also delay the arrival of treatment and transport out of the field
• If an Injury occurs in challenging terrain movement to an evacuation point may be slow
• Mitigated by: First Aid Training, Rescue Training, Satellite phone.

Other

• Slips, trips and falls both outdoors and indoors
• Infectious disease contracted through viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi which may be transmitted through direct or indirect contact
• Equipment failure
• Negligent first aid
• Negligence of other people, including other guests
• Negligence on the part of the ACC Trip Leader. Negligence includes failure on the part of the ACC Trip Leader to take reasonable steps to safeguard or protect you from or warn you of the risks, dangers and hazards of wilderness activities.
• Mitigated by developed safety plans and proceedures with decades of experience managing risk.

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FAQs

Are there minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Yes - Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who will be responsible for the child at all times.

Participants under the age of 18 must have the waiver signed by their parent or legal guardian. The waiver must be signed in the presence of the trip leader so the trip leader can witness the signature.

Definition of "Legal Guardian" – A biological parent is typically the legal guardian of a person under the age of 18. In some cases, a legal guardian is the person that has been officially appointed by court order or in a Will. These are the only acceptable signatures on the ACC waiver for those under the age of 18.

What equipment do I need to bring, and what equipment will be supplied by the organizers?

Take a look at this link for a general outline of what is expected on trips: Climber's Checklist

The trip leader will contact you before the event to go over the equipment details.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

A few days before the event, the trip leaders will email the group to facilitate any carpooling and planning around the event objectives. Each person or family group is responsible for their own transportation planning. Trips to the cliffs will often meet up in the east side of Winnipeg and carpool from there.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

You can find the email contact information about the trip leaders at the bottom of the event page.

Do I have to bring my printed Eventbrite ticket to the event?

No need to bring your ticket with you. The trip leaders will contact you via email before the event.

What about those with no experience?

Our events are tailored for any skill level. If you have any concerns you can contact the trip leaders via email.

Where can I learn more about the Alpine Club of Canada - Manitoba section?

Here is a link to browse through our website: Alpine Club of Canada - Manitoba Section

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