This commemorative book is produced by the Geneva Section of the SAC to celebrate the centenary of the Britannia Hut. Written in 3 languages (French, German, English), it consists of 110 pages with numerous photographs. There are sections on the evolution of the building from 1912 to the present day, on the people associated with it, and on the effects of climate change. Tribute is paid to the close relationship between the Geneva Section and the ABMSAC who gifted the hut to the Geneva Section at its inauguration, and who have continued their support over the years. The accompanying DVD covers the years from the 1960's with detailed sections on the 75th anniversary celebrations of the ABMSAC in 1984 and the inauguration of the new hut in 1997, and contains previously unpublished photos of the hut and its environs taken from the air.

Sales: Since I helped with this book, the Geneva Section has asked me to coordinate sales in the UK. If you are going on the Gressoney meet, I can bring any copies which are ordered to there. James Baldwin has offered to bring books ordered by others to the UK after the Gressoney meet, and can either give these to you on the Beer meet or in Patterdale, or you can arrange postage with him.

The cost of the book with DVD is £20.00 (without postage), to order contact Pamela Harris-Andrews.

From Marion Parsons: Marion has received the following from Trevor Braham (who is AC, and famous for Kangchenjunga exploration and receiving the Boardman/Tasker award for his book, 'When the Alps cast their spell').

Trevor would like our members know about the Mont Collon Hotel (Arolla) 150 year anniversary, when celebrations include a dinner on 6th July. The Hotel has much significance to British mountaineers, as the influx of climbers in the late 19th Century was the reason for the Hotel's foundation in 1862. The proprietors would particularly wish to welcome British visitors. Trevor has retained a friendship with the Anzevui family who own the Hotel, since he first visited in 1948. The hotel has retained its original atmosphere and attractions. He will be having talks with them early May, and hopes to arrange special rates for AC and ABM members. More details will be posted on the website as they come available.