Modernization
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In 1926, a young couple set off into the British Columbia backcountry in search of a route to a mountain now known as Mount Waddington, the highest and perhaps most daunting peak on Canada’s Pacific Coast. A century later, a group of would-be-adventurers tries to retrace their steps. And they’re determined to do it using only period equipment, similar to what was used by the Munday expedition in 1926, without any modern technology whatsoever. They soon find they’ve bitten off more than they can chew and it will take everything they’ve got to avoid disaster.
Join President of the Canada EH Society Bryan Thompson, filmmaker Greg Gransden, climber and author Susanna Oreskovic, BC Archivist Emerita Dr. Kathryn Bridge and great-niece of Don and Phyllis Munday, Deborah Munday for a panel discussion and screening of the documentary.
As of October 24, you will need to have received two doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine to participate in person; and you will need to provide proof of vaccination along with photo ID to gain entry. Masks are required in public indoor settings for all people 12 and older, regardless of vaccination status.
We have limited the number of seats in the space to allow for comfortable distancing. If on the day of the event you are not feeling well, we ask that you do not come. The panel portion of the event will be livestreamed on the Royal BC Museum’s Facebook page starting at 8:30 pm so you can take part that way.
If you have any accessibility needs please let Kim know using the contact information below.