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Conrad Kain/Bugaboos Hut Registers

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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Conrad Kain/Bugaboo Hut produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 2000 and 2017. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, …
Date Range
2000-2003
2006-2017
Reference Code
M200 / IV / O
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / IV: Hut Registers
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / IV / O: Conrad Kain/Bugaboos Hut Registers
Accession Number
accn. 7779
accn. 2014.8293
accn. 2023.32
Reference Code
M200 / IV / O
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Responsibility
Registers produced by Alpine Club of Canada
Date Range
2000-2003
2006-2017
Physical Description
7 cm of textual records 4 volumes
History / Biographical
According to the Alpine Club of Canada website, the Conrad Kain/Bugaboo hut is located in the Bugaboo Provincial Park, in British Columbia. The ACC built the hut in 1972, and named the hut after the renowned Austrian mountaineer and guide, Conrad Kain, who first visited the area in 1910. From 1972 to 2000, the hut was maintained by B.C. Parks. Today, the hut accommodates 35 people.
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Conrad Kain/Bugaboo Hut produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 2000 and 2017. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, wildlife sightings, custodial issues and updates, and related topics. The sub-series is separated into individual hut registers, arranged by date:
M200 / IV / O / 1: Conrad Kain Hut June 20/2000 - June 26/2003
M200 / IV / O / 2: 2006 - 2008 Conrad Kain Hut, Bugaboos, Hut Register
M200 / IV / O / 3: Conrad Kain Hut Register [2008 - 2012]
M200 / IV / O / 4: Conrad Kain, Bugaboos 2012 - 2017
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Huts
Cabins and shelters
Alpine Club of Canada
Backpacking
Backcountry skiing
British Columbia
Buildings
Buildings and facilities
Climbing
Environment and Nature
Guide
Hiking
Memorial
Mountain guides
Mountaineering
Mountaineers
Mountains
Property
Skiing
Sports and recreation
Winter sports
Geographic Access
Canada
British Columbia
Bugaboo Provincial Park
Bugaboos
Golden, BC
Radium, BC
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
French
Japanese
Mandarin
Category
Environment
Exploration and travel
Sports, recreation and leisure
Biographical Source Notes
Alpine Club of Canada website: https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/conrad-kain-hut/
Title Source
Title based on contents of sub-series
Processing Status
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Correspondence between H. E. Sampson (Man. Com.) and E. C. B. President. 1942-47.

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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
File contains correspondence between H. E. Sampson, from the Management Committee, and President E. C. Brooks on finances regarding Alpine Huts and other financials from 1941 to 1947.
Date Range
1941-1947
Reference Code
M200 / II / D / 4
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / II: Financial Records
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / II / D: Other Financial Records
Accession Number
accn. 5343
Reference Code
M200 / II / D / 4
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Date Range
1941-1947
Physical Description
1 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File contains correspondence between H. E. Sampson, from the Management Committee, and President E. C. Brooks on finances regarding Alpine Huts and other financials from 1941 to 1947.
Notes
Financials have been separated from M200 / I / A / 7 Correspondence between H. E. Sampson (Man. Com.) and E. C. B. President. 1942-47. accn. 5343.
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Administration
Alpine Club of Canada
Cabins
Cabins and shelters
Buildings and facilities
Club
Correspondence
Environment and Nature
Finances
Huts
Mountain
Mountaineering
Mountaineers
Mountains
Organizations
Record keeping
Records
Geographic Access
Canada
Saskatchewan
British Columbia
Regina
Vancouver, BC
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Reproduction Restrictions
Contains personal information
Language
English
Related Material
M200 / I / A / 7
Title Source
Original title
Processing Status
Processed
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Correspondence Dowler + Brooks, + Building of A. O. Wheeler Hut 1946-47

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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
File contains correspondence regarding costs, expenses and other financials regarding the building of the Wheeler Hut and Hermit Hut.
Date Range
1945-1947
Reference Code
M200 / II / D / 12
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / II: Financial Records
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / II / D: Other Financial Records
Accession Number
accn. 5343
Reference Code
M200 / II / D / 12
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Date Range
1945-1947
Physical Description
1 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File contains correspondence regarding costs, expenses and other financials regarding the building of the Wheeler Hut and Hermit Hut.
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Administration
Alpine Club of Canada
Cabins and shelters
Club
Construction
Correspondence
Finances
Huts
Mountain
Mountaineering
Mountaineers
Mountains
Organizations
Record keeping
Records
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Calgary, Alberta
Mulhurst, AB
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Reproduction Restrictions
Contains personal information
Language
English
Title Source
Original title
Processing Status
Processed
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[Disaster Point Hut]

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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
File contains correspondence and Estimate Sheets for building supplies for the Disaster Point Hut from 1937, correspondence from 1939 regarding an invoice for building supplies, and other correspondence and financials relating to the Disaster Point Hut between 1937 and 1939.
Date Range
1937-1939
Reference Code
M200 / II / D / 2
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / II: Financial Records
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / II / D: Other Financial Records
Accession Number
accn. 5343
Reference Code
M200 / II / D / 2
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Date Range
1937-1939
Physical Description
0.5 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File contains correspondence and Estimate Sheets for building supplies for the Disaster Point Hut from 1937, correspondence from 1939 regarding an invoice for building supplies, and other correspondence and financials relating to the Disaster Point Hut between 1937 and 1939.
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Administration
Alpine Club of Canada
Buildings
Cabins and shelters
Club
Correspondence
Environment and Nature
Finances
Huts
Mountain
Mountaineering
Mountaineers
Mountains
Organizations
Record keeping
Records
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Jasper National Park
Jasper, AB
Pocahontas, AB
Language
English
Title Source
Title based on contents of file
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
File contains correspondence relating to hut users and hut fees for the Elizabeth Parker Hut, correspondence about payments and the state of the Elizabeth Parker Hut after use, and handwritten notes on expenses and work party costs in 1976. File also contains a 1976 correspondence to the Board of M…
Date Range
1974
1976-1977
Reference Code
M200 / II / D / 59
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / II: Financial Records
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / II / D: Other Financial Records
Accession Number
accn. 5634
Reference Code
M200 / II / D / 59
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Date Range
1974
1976-1977
Physical Description
0.5 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File contains correspondence relating to hut users and hut fees for the Elizabeth Parker Hut, correspondence about payments and the state of the Elizabeth Parker Hut after use, and handwritten notes on expenses and work party costs in 1976. File also contains a 1976 correspondence to the Board of Management Re: Upgrading Elizabeth Parker Hut, along with multiple correspondence on upgrades and supply requests for the Hut.
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Administration
Alpine Club of Canada
British Columbia
Cabins
Cabins and shelters
Club
Construction
Correspondence
Finances
Huts
Mountain
Mountaineering
Mountaineers
Mountains
Organizations
Records
Record keeping
Yoho National Park
Geographic Access
Canada
British Columbia
Alberta
Yoho National Park
Hungabee Mountain
Mount Victoria
Mount Lefroy
Calgary, Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Banff, Alberta
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Reproduction Restrictions
Contains personal information
Language
English
Title Source
Original title
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
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Elizabeth Parker Hut Registers

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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Elizabeth Parker Hut produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 1982 and 2019. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, wil…
Date Range
1982 - 2020
Reference Code
M200 / IV / B
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / IV: Hut Registers
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / IV / B: Elizabeth Parker Hut Registers
Accession Number
accn. 2023.10
accn. 5538
accn. 6465
accn. 8002
accn. 7779
accn. 2014.8293
accn. 2023.31
accn. 2023.20
accn. 2023.15
accn. 2020.05
accn. 2024.20
Reference Code
M200 / IV / B
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Responsibility
Registers produced by the Alpine Club of Canada
Date Range
1982 - 2020
Physical Description
53 cm of textual records (25 volumes)
History / Biographical
The Elizabeth Parker hut was named after one of the founding members of the Alpine Club of Canada, Elizabeth Parker. The hut is located in Yoho National Park, near Lake O'Hara in British Columbia. The hut is one of the most popular accommodations run by the Alpine Club of Canada. The Elizabeth Parker hut is made up of two buildings; the main hut and Wiwaxy Cabin. The total capacity of the two buildings is 24 people in the summer and 20 people in the winter. According to the Alpine Club of Canada Guide for Backcountry Huts: Elizabeth Parker Info Sheet: "The present Wiwaxy cabin was the first hut in the Lake O’Hara area, built in 1912 by the Canadian Pacific Railway. This was the same year that the ACC applied for and was granted a two-acre lease for a future hut on the south shore of Lake O’Hara, the site of the Club’s 1909 annual camp. In 1919, the CPR built the present Elizabeth Parker Hut, and by 1923 had built a further 11 huts in the meadow. In 1923/24, the CPR moved all but the first two huts down to the lakeshore, and seven years later donated the last two in the meadow to the ACC. The Club was able to exchange its lakeshore lease for a meadow lease, and in 1931 was in business with a hut at Lake O’Hara - the Elizabeth Parker Hut. As you can expect with log buildings, the Elizabeth Parker Hut has required substantial renovations and upkeep. Over the years the hut has seen a new floor, a new roof, new timbers and new foundation logs, as well as completely new interior furnishings. The outhouses are new, a stove in the Wiwaxy Cabin has been added and the entire meadow around the hut has been rehabilitated and reseeded. Over the past couple of years, the Huts Committee has worked very hard to restore the appearance of the hut as closely as possible to its original state. The Canadian government designated the Elizabeth Parker Hut as a Federal Heritage Building in 1997." “...her memory is preserved by the very popular tribute inscribed with her name, the ‘Elizabeth Parker Hut’, maintained in one of the most charming centres of the Canadian Rockies, close by beautiful Lake O’Hara.” (Quotation from Elizabeth Parker’s obituary by A. O. Wheeler, CAJ #29."
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Elizabeth Parker Hut produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 1982 and 2019. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, wildlife sightings, custodial issues and updates, and related topics. Series is separated into individual hut registers, arranged by date:
M200 / IV / B / 1: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register June 21, 1982 - April 14, 1985
M200 / IV / B / 2: Eliz. Parker Hut register 1985 - 88
M200 / IV / B / 3: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register [1988 - 1991]
M200 / IV / B / 4: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register 1991 - 92
M200 / IV / B / 5: [Elizabeth Parker Hut Register 1992 - 94]
M200 / IV / B / 6: Elizabeth Parker Hut register June 17, 1994 - Nov. 13, 1995
M200 / IV / B / 7: [Elizabeth Parker] hut register Oct. 28, 1995 - Jan. 25, 1997
M200 / IV / B / 8: Elizabeth Parker Hut register Jan. 19, 1997 - Jan. 25, 1998
M200 / IV / B / 9: "Elizabeth Parker Hut Register" January 29, 1998 - September 10, 1998
M200 / IV / B / 10: "Elizabeth Parker Hut Register" November 4, 1998 - September 22, 1999
M200 / IV / B / 11: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register Oct. 2, 1999 - Jan. 1, 2000
M200 / IV / B / 12: Elizabeth Parker Mar 7, 2000 - Feb 9, 2002
M200 / IV / B / 13: Elizabeth Parker Sep 7, 2000 - Jan 27, 2002
M200 / IV / B / 14: Elizabeth Parker Mar 13, 2002 - Mar 31, 2003
M200 / IV / B / 15: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register 2003 - 2004
M200 / IV / B / 16: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register 2005 - 2007
M200 / IV / B / 17: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register 2006 - 2007
M200 / IV / B / 18: [2007 - 2009 Elizabeth Parker Hut Register]
M200 / IV / B / 19: [2009 -2010 Elizabeth Parker Hut Register]
M200 / IV / B / 20: Elizabeth Parker Hut Registry, 2011 - 2012
M200 / IV / B / 21: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register Aug 2012 - Nov. 2014
M200 / IV / B / 22: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register [2014 -2016]
M200 / IV / B / 23: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register 2016 -2018
M200 / IV / B / 24: The Alpine Club of Canada Hut Register Elizabeth Parker Hut 2017 - 2019
M200 / IV / B / 25: Elizabeth Parker Hut Register [2019-2020]
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Backcountry skiing
British Columbia
Cabins
Cabins and shelters
Climbing
Environment and Nature
Hiking
Huts
Lake O'hara
Mountaineering
Mountains
Parks Canada
Ski mountaineering
Sports and recreation
Yoho National Park
Geographic Access
Canada
British Columbia
Lake O'Hara
Field, B. C.
Yoho National Park
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Reproduction Restrictions
Contains personal information
Language
English
French
Spanish
German
Category
Environment
Exploration and travel
Sports, recreation and leisure
Biographical Source Notes
Alpine Club of Canada website: https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/elizabeth-parker-hut/ Alpine Club of Canada Backcountry Huts: Elizabeth Parker Info Sheet: https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/EParkerHut-InfoSheet.pdf
Title Source
Title based on contents of sub-series
Processing Status
Processed
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Elk Lakes Cabin Hut Registers

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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Elk Lakes Cabin produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 2004 and 2018. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, wildlife…
Date Range
2004-2018
Reference Code
M200 / IV / K
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / IV: Hut Registers
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / IV / K: Elk Lakes Cabin Hut Registers
Accession Number
accn. 7779
accn. 8002
accn. 8119
accn. 2023.19
accn. 2023.32
accn. 2023.14
Reference Code
M200 / IV / K
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Responsibility
Registers produced by Alpine Club of Canada
Date Range
2004-2018
Physical Description
20 cm of textual records 8 volumes
History / Biographical
According to the Alpine Club of Canada's website: "The Elk Lakes Cabin is a log cabin close to Calgary that is a cozy base for hiking, ski touring and ice climbing. Elk Lakes in the summer is a welcome base for families exploring the wonderful hiking in the Park. Sparkling lakes, majestic peaks and nearly limitless hiking options are waiting to be explored. A reasonable 3 to 4 hour hike from Peter Lougheed Park makes this a popular family destination and a first-time backcountry hut experience for many. The Elk Lakes Cabin in the winter is a cozy and warm base for ski touring and ice climbing adventures. Ski tourers often refer to Elk Lakes as a lesser-known Lake O’Hara, with outstanding terrain and fluffy BC powder. Fat, pure-ice routes and skinny, modern mixed climbs abound in the area, mostly on the south face of Mt. Fox that overlooks the upper Elk Lake. Tick off classic Rockies ice climbs by day, dry your ropes in the cozy cabin by night. The Elk Lakes Cabin is one of five huts operated by the ACC which reside in the BC Parks jurisdiction. ACC Membership is not required to advance book or receive a discounted rate at these huts."
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Elk Lakes Cabin produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 2004 and 2018. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, wildlife sightings, custodial issues and updates, and related topics. The sub-series is separated into individual hut registers, arranged by date:
M200 / IV / K / 1: Elk Lakes Hut Jul 18, 2004 - Jul 24, 2005
M200 / IV / K / 2: Elk Lakes Hut Register 2006 - 2008
M200 / IV / K / 3: Elk Lakes Hut Register 2008 - 2009
M200 / IV / K / 4: Elk Lakes Cabin Hut Registry [2009-2011]
M200 / IV / K / 5: Elk Lakes Cabin 2012-2014
M200 / IV / K / 6: Elk Lakes Cabin register [2014-2016]
M200 / IV / K / 7: 2017 Elk Lakes Cabin Hut Register
M200 / IV / K / 8: Elk Lakes Hut Register 2017-2018
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Backcountry skiing
Backpacking
British Columbia
Buildings and facilities
Cabins and shelters
Camping
Climbing
Cross-country skiing
Environment and Nature
Huts
Kananaskis Country
Log structures
Mountaineering
Mountaineers
Mountains
Skiing
Sports and recreation
Winter sports
Geographic Access
Canada
British Columbia
Continental Divide
Kananaskis
Elk Lakes Provincial Park
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
Conservation
Some registers have loose pages
Category
Environment
Exploration and travel
Sports, recreation and leisure
Biographical Source Notes
Alpine Club of Canada website: https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/elk-lakes-cabin/
Title Source
Title based on contents of sub-series
Processing Status
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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
File contains the Property Tax documents for the Fairy Meadow's (Bill Putnam) hut from around 1984 to 1990.
Date Range
ca. 1984-1990
Reference Code
M200 / II / A / 106
Description Level
5 / File
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
5 / File
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / II: Financial Records
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / II / A: Financial Statements and Reports
Accession Number
accn. 2023.06
Reference Code
M200 / II / A / 106
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Date Range
ca. 1984-1990
Physical Description
0.5 cm of textual records
Scope & Content
File contains the Property Tax documents for the Fairy Meadow's (Bill Putnam) hut from around 1984 to 1990.
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Administration
Alpine Club of Canada
Club
Organizations
Cabins
Cabins and shelters
Huts
Finances
Geographic Access
Canada
Alberta
British Columbia
Banff
Banff, AB
Banff, Alberta
Shuswap, British Columbia
Cranbook, BC
Golden, BC
Language
English
Title Source
Original title
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
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Fairy Meadows/Bill Putnam Hut Registers

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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Bill Putnam / Fairy Meadows Hut produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 1983 and 2016. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at t…
Date Range
1983-2016
Reference Code
M200 / IV / M
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / IV: Hut Registers
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / IV / M: Fairy Meadows/Bill Putnam Hut Registers
Accession Number
accn. 2014.8293
accn. 2023.20
accn. 8002
accn. 5635
accn. 6766
accn. 2023.10
accn. 7779
Reference Code
M200 / IV / M
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Responsibility
Registers produced by Alpine Club of Canada
Date Range
1983-2016
Physical Description
20 cm of textual records 8 volumes
History / Biographical
According to the Alpine Club of Canada's website: "Built in 1965 by the ACC as a project proposed and largely overseen by William Putnam, the hut has since seen extensive renovations which have transformed the two-storey wooden building into a deluxe backcountry destination. With a complete propane system which includes an oven for baking, a very efficient wood stove and a fully stocked cooking area, comfort is guaranteed. There is sleeping space for 20 on the second level and a spacious common room with adequate space for hanging gear. A large and very hot wood-burning sauna is an absolute treat on those clear, cold winter nights! [...] Fairy Meadow is one of the great backcountry ski destinations in North America, with outstanding ski mountaineering and ski touring. In summer the hut is a base for excellent granite mountaineering. The hut is well equipped with a wood sauna, extensive kitchen and bunks. Access is via Helicopter or a very long and very difficult hike (hiking is absolutely not recommended). The Great Cairn Hut is a day’s mountaineering travel to the south." The ACC's Backcountry Huts: Bill Putnam (Fairy Meadows) Info Sheet states: "In 1965, the Fairy Meadow Hut was constructed by the Alpine Club of Canada as a project proposed and overseen by Bill Putnam. In 1973 the first structure, which was woefully inadequate for the heavy snowfall of the area, was totally renovated and enlarged, a project once again largely funded and overseen by Bill Putnam. Bill Putnam devoted his life to the mountains. He was the President of the American Alpine Club for years and was on their Board of Directors for decades. Putnam has also contributed heavily to Canadian mountaineering history. He spent half a lifetime exploring the Selkirks, Purcells and Rocky Mountains, and took part in writing guidebooks for the same areas (Rocky Mountains of Canada – South and North, Columbia Mountains of Canada – Central, and West and South). In addition to these, he has written several history books about the same mountains. The hut is regularly used in the winter months for ski camps, both by the national Club as well as by various Club sections. The Club’s General Mountaineering Camp, although not utilizing the hut itself, has been held in the Fairy Meadow area on three separate occasions since 1981. The hut renovations in the summer on 1992 included complete gutting and refurbishing of the interior, new outhouses and the addition of a propane stove. The hut is presently in excellent condition".
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Bill Putnam / Fairy Meadows Hut produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 1983 and 2016. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, wildlife sightings, custodial issues and updates, and related topics. The sub-series is separated into individual hut registers, arranged by date:
M200 / IV / M / 1: Fairy Meadow's Hut Registration 1983 to 1988
M200 / IV / M / 2: [Fairy Meadows Hut Register 1989 - 1994]
M200 / IV / M / 3: Fairy Meadow Hut register Apr. 2, 1994 - Aug. 25, 1997
M200 / IV / M / 4: Fairy Meadow Hut [1997-2001]
M200 / IV / M / 5: Fairy Meadows March 10, 2001 - May 23, 2003 (Bill Putnam)
M200 / IV / M / 6: Bill Putnam Hut Register 2003 -2007 [Formerly Fairy Meadow Hut]
M200 / IV / M / 7: 2007 - 2010 Fairy Meadows Hut Register
M200 / IV / M / 8: Bill Putnam (Fairy Meadow) Hut Registry
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Environment
Environment and Nature
Alpine Club of Canada
Backpacking
Backcountry skiing
British Columbia
Revelstoke
Huts
Cabins
Cabins and shelters
Buildings
Buildings and facilities
Camps
Construction
Geographic Access
Canada
British Columbia
Selkirks
Revelstoke
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
Conservation
Some registers contain loose pages. Some book/register bindings are fraying.
Category
Environment
Exploration and travel
Sports, recreation and leisure
Biographical Source Notes
Alpine Club of Canada website: https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/bill-putnam-fairy-meadow-hut/ Alpine Club of Canada Backcountry Huts: Bill Putnam (Fairy Meadows) Info Sheet: https://www.alpineclubofcanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/FMHut-InfoSheet.pdf
Title Source
Title based on contents of sub-series
Processing Status
Processed
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Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Fay Hut produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 1978 and 2007. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, wildlife sightin…
Date Range
1978-2000 2005-2007
Reference Code
M200 / IV / H
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Part Of
Alpine Club of Canada fonds
Description Level
4 / Sub-series
Fonds Number
M200
V14
S6
Series
M200 / IV: Hut Registers
Sous-Fonds
M200
Sub-Series
M200 / IV / H: Fay Hut Registers
Accession Number
accn. 8120
accn. 6465
accn. 2023.10
accn. 8002
Reference Code
M200 / IV / H
GMD
Textual record
Organization record
Responsibility
Registers produced by Alpine Club of Canada
Date Range
1978-2000 2005-2007
Physical Description
13 cm of textual records 7 volumes
History / Biographical
The Fay Hut was built in 1927, and it was the first structure built by the Alpine Club of Canada. The original Fay Hut building was burnt down in a forest fire in 2003, but was rebuilt in 2005 by ACC volunteers. The re-built Fay Hut burnt down in 2009. The Fay Hut was located in Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, in Prospector's Valley. The hut was also used as a stopping point for mountaineers on their way to the Neil Colgan Hut or the Valley of Ten Peaks. The Fay Hut was named after Charles Fay, a founder and President of the American Alpine Club. Charles Fay made over 20 trips to the Canadian Rockies. He also participated in the first ascents of Mount Victoria and Mount Lefroy. Fay was also an Honorary Member of the Alpine Club of Canada.
Scope & Content
Sub-series of hut registers from the Fay Hut produced by the Alpine Club of Canada between 1978 and 2007. Registers include entries from visitors to the huts which pertain to individuals' hiking and climbing trips; details of specific events which occurred while staying at the hut, wildlife sightings, custodial issues and updates, and related topics. The sub-series is separated into individual hut registers, arranged by date:
M200 / IV / H / 1: Fay Hut Register [1978-1983]
M200 / IV / H / 2: Fay Hut Registers [1980-1985]
M200 / IV / H / 3: Fay Hut [1983-1991]
M200 / IV / H / 4: "Fay Hut 1991" July 15, 1991 - Aug. 22, 1995
M200 / IV / H / 5: Fay Hut register. Aug. 24, 1995 - Nov. 24, 1997
M200 / IV / H / 6: Fay Hut Register [1997-2000]
M200 / IV / H / 7: Fay Hut, 2005 - 2007 Hut Register
Name Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Subject Access
Alpine Club of Canada
Backcountry skiing
British Columbia
Buildings and facilities
Cabins and shelters
Climbing
Environment and Nature
Fay Hut
Fire
Forest Fires
Huts
Mountaineering
Mountaineers
Mountains
Geographic Access
Canada
British Columbia
Kootenay National Park
Access Restrictions
Restrictions may apply
Language
English
German
French
Category
Environment
Exploration and travel
Sports, recreation and leisure
Biographical Source Notes
Canadian Rockies Database: https://cdnrockiesdatabases.ca/people/19
Title Source
Title based on contents of sub-series
Processing Status
Processed
Less detail
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