VOC Discounts
Being a member of the VOC gives you many priviledges, including a variety of discounts at local and international (ok, well, maybe in the future) establishments!
Here is a list of places to check out!
- Richmond Olympic Oval (ROO) climbing wall: You go to the front desk, and register as a member if you have not already. Members get about 10% off their facility use/monthly rates.
- https://www.expertvoice.com/home: It is a platform for employees of businesses and certain groups to get access to “pro-deals” for a large variety of companies (usually in the outdoor sphere). The VOC has an account with them and it gives you access to certain brands and their pro-deals. If you are a VOC member apply to: "UBC Varsity Outdoor Club". If you are a member and have lead trips/on exec also apply to: "Univ. of British Columbia Varsity Outdoor Club”. Brands like Black Diamond, Mammut, Scarpa, etc. as well as many other offer pro deals to the VOC through this platform.
- http://www.grandwallequipment.ca/From season to season, the VOC might organize a group order where members of the VOC can fill out a form indicating what they'd like to order from GrandWall at wholesale prices. Prices range but we get access to around 40% off depending on the product and stock. GrandWall has been a huge supporter over the years so we're happy to order from them.
- Intuition Liners The best thermo-moldable ski (and mountaineering) boot liners going. Tell them you're with the VOC and they might give you a break. Legend has it that providing nude photos of yourself in outdoorsy locations can help.
- Famous Foods Famous Foods is the place to buy dried foods and ingredients for your lightweight backcountry meals in Vancouver. You should be able to get a 10% discount for large expedition purchases (> $100).
- ACC Student members of the VOC can get a free ACC membership, which gives them a 15% discount at the Canmore clubhouse, amongst other benefits. Some more details are available on the membership page. (updated 2018)
- MEC Occasionally the VOC organizes a special club shopping night at MEC where we can get a 10% discount on all purchases. Keep your eyes and ears peeled for information about the next event. (updated 2018)
- Blicard Industries Blicard is providing a 15% discount to VOC members. This Vancouver company has belay glasses and other climbing accessories. See the message board thread for the coupon code.
- Halfmoon Sea Kayaks During shoulder season kayak rentals are 25% off for VOC members. They are located at the south end of Sechelt Inlet. (last updated 2018)
- Sports Junkies We get a 10% discount on all rentals from Sports Junkies on West Broadway. Show them your VOC activation email or let them watch you log in to the VOC website. (updated 2018)