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ACC Member Benefits
An overview of what comes with an ACC membership — hut and lodge discounts, section access, member rates on camps and courses, partner discounts, publications, grants, and more.
An ACC membership unlocks a wide range of benefits across the Club's hut network, sections, partners, and programs. Here's what's included.
Backcountry huts and the Canmore Alpine Hostel
- Member rates at more than 30 backcountry huts, the Canmore Alpine Hostel, and Shadow Lake Lodge
- Earlier hut booking access — 180 days in advance, vs 90 for non-members (see How to Book an ACC Hut; BC provincial park huts are an exception)
Local sections
Members can add one or more of the 26+ ACC sections across Canada. Section trips, courses, and social events are usually free or run on a cost-recovery basis. See Section Memberships.
Camps, courses, and Adventures
Member rates on guided ACC camps and courses, including weekend trips, week-long programs, women's-only adventures, and international expeditions.
Partner and retail discounts
- The North Face Pro Industry Program — discounts on apparel and gear for approved members. See The North Face Member Discount
- Rocky Talkie — member discount on radios
- ExpertVoice — access to exclusive outdoor brand discounts
See Other Retail Member Discounts for details.
Publications and culture
- Free or discounted access to ACC publications, including the Canadian Alpine Journal (bundled with membership at a discount)
- Partner access to the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival
Grants and scholarships
Members are eligible to apply for ACC grants, including the Jen Higgins Grant for Young Women, the John Lachlan Award, and the ACC Environment Grant. See the Grants category for details.
Leadership development
Access to ACC leadership development courses and section-led leadership training.
For membership questions, contact membership@alpineclubofcanada.ca or call (403) 678-3200 ext. 107.