Alpine Islands is a member-led organization dedicated to continuous growth. This is achieved through consistent practice, development, and field-based learning. We also have an online component to make sure the skills and training can reach as many people as possible. 

Our goal is to remove the gatekeeping in backcountry sports. Too often people have stalled progress because a training system was either too expensive or too exclusive. We aim to be the antidote to that. Through a community of like-minded adventurers, we are building a new paradigm where the backcountry is an inclusive venue for learning. We all have more to learn, and we all have something to teach others. We are just at different parts of the journey.

Compared to other organizations such as the Alpine Club of Canada, BC Mountaineering Club, or the American Alpine Club, we are just in our infancy and have a long way to go. But we also have a lot to contribute to the discussion after seeing these programs fall short in their reach, and for having been built over a century ago. A lot has changed and other organizations are slow to adapt. 

We invite you to join us on this journey toward building a more inclusive mountain community for all.