Mountain Equipment Co-op sponsors the MEC Under 25 Climbing Camp, and the ACC thanks them for their support.

Dates & Price

July 2 – 6, 2012
Cost per person is $695 + applicable taxes

Who doesn’t dream of taking a giant step in their technique, radically improving their skills, or learning the secrets of the great climbers? Maybe the first step is just moving out of the gym onto real rock?  Come join us for a chance to try it all, with super-elite climber Sonnie Trotter and ACMG Alpine Guide Jen Olson.

Photo: © Serena Westad

This climbing camp is designed especially for aspiring climbers - it will cover the gamut of climbing styles from indoor gym, to outdoor sport, to multi-pitch cragging protected with traditional gear. We will have access to some of the best climbing routes in Canada from our base in Canmore.  Each day will be spent reviewing movement techniques, routefinding, gear placement, and leading all while climbing some fantastic lines in incredible situations.

This camp is aimed at climbers 17 – 24 who would like to improve their skills, or who are looking to spend a few days climbing under the guiding eyes and expert advice of some world-class climbers.

Jen Olson is an ACMG/IFMGA Mountain Guide. Jen finds her home in the Canadian Rockies, but travels locally and internationally to pursue her passion of climbing. She has participated on several first ascents of ice, rock and alpine climbs in Canada and abroad with other female climbers. Climbing has provided Jen with a career, great health and a wealth of fun adventures with inspired individuals. She loves sharing this knowledge and these skills with others. You can learn more about these adventures on her blog at jenolson.ca or climberpassionate.com.

"Climbing is freedom" says Sonnie Trotter (30) of Squamish, BC. "I love the freedom of movement without coaches or rules, freedom to travel, freedom to explore and the whole time living it all under open skies."

Sonnie Trotter is one of if the most accomplished free climbers in the world. He has been grappling rocks and setting standards since he was 16 years old - has over 14 years of experience under his belt. When not climbing the worlds hardest routes, Sonnie can be found at home in Squamish BC, looking for possible first ascents and rock guiding on the Stawamus Chief.

Sonnie is a certified assistant rock guide through the ACMG. He is also an accomplished writer, photographer and product developer - basically, anything that has to do with climbing and mountain life. After spending nearly two years in Canmore, Sonnie moved back to the coast for the world class granite, but says he will always be drawn to the majestic rocky mountains.

"Climbing and it's community have given me so much and allowed me to live such a rich existence, that I feel honored to be able to share my passion and my experience with others. I hope my guiding can have a positive impact.

for more about Sonnie go to: www.sonnietrotter.com