Accessing the backcountry one step at a time
The Federation of Mountain Clubs of British Columbia (FMCBC) is the only province-wide umbrella organization dedicated to protecting and maintaining public, non-motorized access to BC’s trails and backcountry. For over 50 years, we have represented the interests of outdoor clubs from every corner of the province and have provided a united voice on issues related to non-motorized backcountry recreation.
Latest News
Keep the Spearhead Wild: Why BC Parks Should Not Renew Heli-Skiing in Garibaldi Park
Garibaldi Park is the wilderness park for southwestern BC. Since 1990, motorized recreation has been prohibited throughout Garibaldi Park, with one exception: commercial heli-skiing by Whistler Heli-Skiing (WHS) in the Spearhead Range. WHS’ Park [...]
2026 FMCBC Member Club Grant Update
Curious to see what the 2026 FMCBC Member Club Grantees are up to? Find some updates below! Mountain Mentors Project: Backcountry Skiing and Splitboarding Mentorship Program for Marginalized Genders MM has been busy delivering their [...]
Two New Ski Resort Development Plans: Cypress Mountain Resort and Manning Park Resort
This month, two new Ski Resort Development Plans (SRDPs) have been released for public review and feedback - Cypress and Manning. Cypress Mountain Resort Cypress Mountain Resort released their SRDP on September 15th, 2026. Briefly, [...]
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Featured projects
FMCBC Member Club Grants have been used to fund trail upgrades, trail extensions, backcountry huts, equipment purchases, educational events, community events and so much more.
