The Alpine Club of Canada’s ‘Mountain Heritage’: Adventure and Advocacy in the Twentieth Century and Beyond

The Alpine Club of Canada (ACC) played a pivotal role in shaping mountain adventure, conservation, and tourism in Canada's Rocky Mountain Parks during the 20th century. Its annual camps, physical culture initiatives, and advocacy efforts were instrumental in integrating mountaineering with park development. The ACC not only championed climbing traditions but also engaged in debates over land use and conservation, illustrating a complex interplay between sport, recreation, and environmental stewardship. Through archival research and alpine journals, the study reveals how the club's legacy intertwined adventure, education, and advocacy, influencing both local landscapes and broader international discussions on mountain parks.

Reichwein, P. (2017). The Alpine Club of Canada’s ‘Mountain Heritage’: Adventure and Advocacy in the Twentieth Century and Beyond. The International Journal of the History of Sport, 34(14), 1501–1520. https://doi.org/10.1080/09523367.2017.1344643