This June, several Vancouver Island Trail Association Board of Directors, volunteers and fellow hikers had the pleasure of hiking stages 2 and 3 of the Alberni Inlet Trail, part of the extensive Vancouver Island Trail (VIT). The VIT offers non-motorized, outdoor enthusiasts a scenic and historically rich experience. Winding along the rugged coastline of Vancouver Island near Port Alberni, these stages treat hikers to sweeping views of [...]
On the first weekend of June, we joined a wave of community spirit in celebration of Ocean Week, BC Trails Day, and World Ocean Day with two incredible back-to-back events. The Federation of Mountain Clubs of BC (FMCBC), in collaboration with Vancouver Island Trail Association (VITA), including several other local advocacy groups, community leaders, and outdoor educators, helped lead and support two days of nature-connected experiences on [...]
2026 BC Budget Consultations – FMCBC is seeking member input! Since 2017, the FMCBC has made submissions to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services for increased funding for BC Parks and Recreation Sites and Trails BC (RSTBC). These submissions have been made in collaboration with other organizations, such as the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC, to amplify our funding request. Along with other sustained collective [...]
The Alpine Club of Canada (ACC) has just announced a coming addition to the ACC’s hut network, a new hut at Robson Pass: "More than two decades in the planning, when completed it will serve as a gateway to the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies and the surrounding area. The hut will be at Robson Pass, 24 km from the Mount Robson Visitor Information Centre, and about [...]
The FMCBC has long championed access to BC’s incredible backcountry and trails while advocating for sustainable practices. The 2024 Responsible Recreation Survey, part of the "Don’t Love It to Death" initiative, highlights the pressing need for collective action to address irresponsible recreation. Key Findings from the Survey Overcrowding, Overuse, and TrafficMost Significant Issue: 80% of respondents identified this as a major problem. Overcrowding puts strain on popular [...]
