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UrbanClimber Mag sponsors great climbing events, slideshows, crag clean-ups, festivals, indoor and outdoor climbing competions around the globe. For more information about how you can either become a sponsor of an event or to get your event listed on this page contact kevin.riley@skrammedia.com
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 18th Annual Hueco Rock Rodeo: February 26, 2011
The 18th annual Hueco Rock Rodeo is happening on Saturday, February 26! So bring all your friends down to El Paso, Texas, for some great temps and amazing climbing! Pre-registration prices are $50 for men and $35 for women (girls get $15 off this year!). Day-of prices are $60 for men and $50 for women. This year’s special attractions: A new ‘Level Field’ format that eliminates the sandbagging and gives beginners as good of a chance to walk away with ca$h and goods as the pros!  Armenian First Ascent Open Festival: May 21-31, 2011
The Armenian First Ascent Open Festival was first held in July 2009. This festival, organized by local climbing club "Up The Rocks," is intended to develop the rock climbing culture in Armenia, while at the same time promoting climbing at the local rock formations through the development of new routes.  2010 Arc'Teryx Bozeman Ice Climbing Festival
The 14th Annual Arc'Teryx Bozeman Ice Climbing Festival will be held Dec 9-12 in Hyalite Canyon and the Emmerson Cultural Center and features a stellar line-up of clinics, slide shows, gear demos, and athletes. As always, our Women's Clinic features some of the best gals in the business with Majka Burhardt, Caroline George, Sarah Hueniken, Lilla Molner, Mattie Sheafor, and Emily Stifler teaching skills clinics.  Paradox Sports Speaking Series Presents: Three Men, Three Histories, One Goal
Paradox Sports is proud to announce three evenings of unique stories from three physically disabled, but truly inspiring individuals. Chad Butrick, Timmy O’Neill, and Philippe Ribière each share 20-minutes on the adaptive process in life and climbing. Join these three men as they share their extraordinary stories and their one goal: to adapt, thrive and inspire.  Raleigh Rampage ABS Comp 2010
On November 20th, Triangle Rock Club (TRC), a public indoor climbing gym and fitness center, will be hosting their fall bouldering competition: the “Raleigh Rampage.” Any and all are invited to come play, compete, watch, or just hang around for the festivities. For bouldering veterans, this is the contest of the season. For beginners, the competition is a great introduction to a fascinating sport.  Sixth Annual Adventure Film Festival
Journey into the imagination at the Sixth Annual Adventure Film Festival premiering November 18-20, 2010 in Boulder, Colorado. Sail from Argentina to Antarctica to ski down untouched mountains, then navigate through Russia’s monster mosquitos, ferocious grizzly bears, and decommissioned soviet helicopters to find mouse-eating Rainbow trout, and discover Kabul’s unique cultural wonders while riding a skateboard through its narrow, crooked streets.  14th Annual Yank-N-Yard Climbing Comp, Stone Age Climbing Gym
The Yank-n-Yard has become a long standing tradition at Stone Age, and it has grown every year for 14 years running. This year will be bigger and better than ever with fresh holds, crazy features, an outdoor climbing zone, a huge prize raffle, and the largest cash purse ever seen in New Mexico. This year we are offering two levels of competition: Open and Citizens. There will be a men’s and a women’s category in each. The Citizens level will be subdivided into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced categories.  Triple Crown Bouldering Series 2010 - Hound Ears Wrap-up
This past Saturday kicked off the first leg of the 2010 Triple Crown Bouldering Series at the Hound Ears boulders in Boone, North Carolina. Taking place within Hound Ears Club's gated golf-resort community, the access-magicians of Triple Crown get this normally-closed area opened to climbers once a year through participation in the Triple Crown bouldering competition.  Kurt Albert Memorial Service
A memorial service for Kurt Albert will be held on Oct 9 in Streitberg, Germany. In addition, a fund has been set up in Albert’s name that will be used to cover costs associated with Kurt’s death, with the remainder donated to one of the climbing causes in his local climbing area, the Frankenjura.  2010 REEL ROCK Film Tour
The fifth annual REEL ROCK Film Tour launching in September 2010 brings the best in climbing and adventure films to local audiences across the globe. REEL ROCK shows are spirited events where climbers and outdoors lovers come together to celebrate and sample the ultimate in adventure filmmaking. Prize giveaways, appearances by top climbers, and fundraising for non-profit organizations are always part of the party at REEL ROCK events. 10th Annual Flagstaff TRASH BASH The 10th Annual Flagstaff TRASH BASH will be happening on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, and you know it will be raining booty. So mark your calendar, recruit/brainwash some friends, and head up to the summit to pick up trash, eat dinner, drink beverages, and walk away with the goods. The trash cleanup starts with the raffle sign-up around 5 p.m. (after work) at the Flagstaff Mountain Summit. To get there, go about three miles up Flagstaff Road, take a right on Flagstaff Summit Road, and drive to the Flagstaff Summit parking lot. Look for “The Stone Shelter” to the west of the lot.  2010 3rd Annual Pine Mountain Pull Down
Whatever you’re doing the weekend of October 8-10, cancel it. If you’re into remote locations, awesome and beautiful bouldering, meeting good peeps, watching awesome movies, and dancing to live bands, get yourself to the third annual Pine Mountain Pulldown. Situated about an hour north of Ojai and just about close to nothing lies the hidden bouldering jewel of California’s central coast.  2010 REEL ROCK Filmmaking Competition is happening! UPDATED
UPDATED: The REEL ROCK Film Tour is excited to announce the 2010 REEL ROCK Filmmaking competition. Enter your 2-min climbing-related film by JULY 20, 2010, and you could win $500 in cash plus a fat gear package from The North Face, Windstopper, Petzl, Evolv, Climbing Magazine, and Sterling Ropes.  HomoClimbtastic Trip to the New River Gorge
HomoClimbtastic returns to the New River Gorge for four extraordinary days of climbing and homo-socializing in the mountains of West Virginia. The New River Gorge is one of the premier sport/trad climbing areas in North America, with more than 2,500 established routes on beautiful white, orange, and purple sandstone walls.  Boulder Premiere of 180° South: Conquerors of the Useless
On Thursday, July 15, 180° South: Conquerors of the Useless, will show at the Boulder Theater. The story follows Jeff Johnson as he retraces the epic 1968 journey of one of the most unique and prolific environmentalists of our time — Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard and his friend Doug Tompkins — as they travel 5,000 miles from California to Patagonia. His hope is simply to find unclimbed mountains and unridden waves in the spirit of his heroes. -sm.jpg) 24 Hours of Gunnison Glory Wrap-Up
“Do you know what it’s like to climb 24 hours straight, pitch after pitch on demanding, technical granite till your tips pink out, feet swell, and mouth dries up like the ass end of the Swahili? Well, let me tell you . . . er, actually, I only made it to hour 22.5 at the launch of the friendly new competition: the 24 Hours of Gunnison Glory, held at Hartman Rocks, west of Gunnison, Colorado. But even turning in our scorecards 1.5 hours shy of the finishing line, we came to know the experience. And the thing is, it’s a tough but extremely rewarding one.” This sentiment offered in 2009 by Matt Samet (former editor of Climbing Magazine) was and will always be an amazing summary of the 24 hours of Gunnison Glory, an Endurance Climbing Festival designed with everyone in mind.  Vibram Natural Games 2010
Vibram Natural Games will be back from the 24th of June to the 27th of June 2010 in Millau, the European outdoor sports capital. This year, the Gravity Trip, much more eclectic, will succeed the Roc trip. Besides a gathering at the Boffi’s cliff, there will be a bouldering contest on the Official Village (the event’s center). This year, novelties appear: For the cliff, Ultimate routes could be tried by all the competitors and not only by professional climbers.  Wrangle in the Triangle Bouldering Competition
It’s back, it’s bigger, and you must be there! On June 19th, Triangle Rock Club will be hosting the 3rd annual “Wrangle in the Triangle” Indoor Climbing Competition. With thousands of dollars in prizes and fun festivities planned throughout the day, we are looking forward to a rock’n good time. This year’s Wrangle will be a bouldering redpoint format with routes from V0 to V-Crazy. Climbers can register under youth, beginner, intermediate, and advanced categories. Come on out for the Triangle’s greatest indoor climbing competition. Canadian Youth Climbing Nationals Wrap-up: June 4-6 Délire centre d’escalade in Québec City hosted the C.E.C. Youth Nationals this year on the weekend of June 4, 5, and 6. This year 123 young athletes took part – most of them travelling from Western Canada. The routesetters did an amazing job of separating the pack, and no Super Finals were needed. Thank you to everyone who was part of the routesetting crew. True North’s own Dustin Curtis flew to Québec to set routes, then dashed off to Vail, Colorado, to represent Canada in the IFSC World Cup Bouldering Competition at the Teva Mountain Games.  Fourth Annual Hera Climb4Life Colorado
Climb, hike, and fight ovarian cancer one foot at a time! Presented by REI, Boulder Rock Club, and Colorado Mountain School, the Climb for Life weekend of June 11 & 12 includes guided climbing or hiking, yoga, massage, breakfast, dinner, a goodie bag, gear giveaway entry, parties, and — new this year — skills clinics with pros, such as bouldering with Jason Kehl & Olivia Hsu, wilderness first aid basics with Ashby Robertson, and more! |
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 Galen and Barbara Rowell Lecture Series and Award in San Francisco
On June 9, 2010, at the Mark Hopkins Hotel (One Nob Hill, San Francisco), David Breashears will pay tribute to his friends Galen and Barbara Rowell and discuss his work in filmmaking, mountaineering, and climate change. Breashears will also present The Rowell Award for the Art of Adventure to explorer and writer Craig Childs.  Rock Junior 2010 Report
If the first day of the Rock Junior was a marathon, the second couldn't have been more action packed, with climbing of course. Beneath the beautiful Garda Trentino sun and the legendary Lake Garda breeze, the Arco Climbing Stadium witnessed another day to be remembered. It all kicked off extremely early, and the first to arrive, as if they were in need of a good dose of climbing, were the teams of the Under 14 Cup.  Teva Mountain Games 2010 Climbing Events
The Vail Valley Foundation is proud to announce the climbing events for the 9th annual Teva Mountain Games, the nation's largest outdoor adventure event, which will return to Vail, Colorado, June 3 - 6, 2010. In addition to the amateur climbing competitions, Teva Mountain Games will host the IFSC Bouldering World Cup, the only World Cup event on U.S. soil.  24 Hours of Gunnison Glory - 2010
The goals of the 24HGG are to secure the future of climbing in Gunnison, CO and to offer climbers everywhere the chance to push their physical, mental, and spiritual abilities while climbing for 24 hours straight. On May 29-30, 2010 Colorado's own 24 hour endurance climbing festival (based on Arkansas' 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell competition) will commence at the Hartman Rocks Recreation Area — a 8,000 acre precambrian granite playground.  Gunks Climbers Coalition to Host Waterworks Fundraiser
For nearly six years, the Mohonk Preserve and the Gunks Climbers Coalition have worked in conjunction with OSI and the Town of Rosendale to secure the purchase, transfer, and access to one of the Gunks most revered areas, the Waterworks Boulders. It finally seems that access is truly going to come to fruition soon enough, but your help is still needed. While the land purchase has been arranged, the management costs have not. And this is where the good of the people comes in.  Battle in the Bubble Pro Invitational
On May 15, 2010, on the shores of the Boulder Reservoir in Boulder, Colorado, the world's bouldering elite will throw down in one of the nation's most dramatic settings for serious cash. With unprecedented media coverage, The Battle in the Bubble is the new model for high-end competition climbing, raising the bar to be the highest profile, most watched American climbing event to date.  2010 SCS Southeast Regional Championship Wrap-Up
On Saturday May 8, 2010, Urban Rocks Gym hosted the SCS Regionals Championship. This was the first competition of its kind in Chattanooga, and Urban Rocks was happy to support USA Climbing and the Sport Climbing Series. Emily Taylor, the southeast regional coordinator, worked in conjunction with Urban Rocks owners, Chris Gibson and Becky Robran, to put on the most exciting competition that we have had to date.  Melloblocco 2010
The seventh edition of the world's biggest international bouldering meeting took place last weekend in the picturesque val Masimo and val di Mello valleys, Italy. Although every weather forecast last week led to inclement weather during the weekend, the young and multi-colored international crowd of boulderers did not miss their appointment. There were more than 2,000 registered participants, and more than 3,500 people in the valley altogether.  The Northwest Collegiate Climbing Competition Series
The Northwest Collegiate Climbing Competition Series (NC3) has pioneered intercollegiate climbing, while demonstrating an increase in participation and recognition each year. This year’s events will be the largest to date with an estimated 1500 participants and spectators from around the northwest. The series allows college students to experience multiple levels of competitive sport while fostering growth in the climbing community.  Eastern Premiere of Pat Ament's new film, "The Disciples of Gill"
Legendary climber Pat Ament is coming to the NY/NJ area at the end of April/beginning of May. Pat's new film, The Disciples of Gill, is getting rave reviews. The film features John Gil, the greatest boulderer of all time. If you are a climber, boulderer, hiker, love the outdoors, have an interest in climbing history, like merely to be inspired, or want to see a work of art, this is the night, this is the show!  "Colorado Burl" presented by Andy Mann, Jonathan Siegrist, and Matt Wilder
If you love Colorado climbing, imagery, and the stories behind both, you'll love this show. Presented at Neptune Mountaineering on April 29, 2010, at 8 p.m. by pro climbing photographer, Andy Mann, and local pro climbers, Jonathan Siegrist and Matt Wilder, this free event will showcase all Colorado rock climbing, with healthy doses of trad, sport, and bouldering. Jonathan will share stories of his success across the Front Range, including his recent bolting accomplishments at Wizard's Gate in Estes Park. Matt Wilder will be sharing insight into his first free ascent of the North Face of the Devil's Thumb, Cheating Reality (5.14 R)...  Earth Treks 2010 Roc Comp
Come rub shoulders with your climbing idols, snort chalk and celebrate the power of this sport in Columbia and Timonium, Maryland on April 23rd & 24th at Earth Treks Climbing. Climb side by side with some of the biggest names in climbing today like Lisa Rands, Paul Robinson, Charlotte Jouet-Bosley, and Matt Bosley. $11,000 cash purse, loads of prizes, slideshows, movies, food, parties, DJs, thousands screaming spectators - you don't want to miss this!  Erik Weihenmayer presents Adventures in the Vertical World
Join blind climber Erik Weihenmayer to hear about his adventures in the vertical world, including his most recent ascent of The Naked Edge, a classic, highly technical climb in Eldorado Canyon State Park, CO. This incredible climb was captured on video, Blind and Naked, to support the Access Fund, the national non-profit advocacy organization that keeps climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment.  Urban Rocks Gym Hosts Chattanooga’s First Indoor Sport Climbing Competition
On Saturday, March 27th, approximately two hundred people arrived bright and early to get checked in and ready for Chattanooga’s first indoor sport climbing competition. By 10 a.m. Saturday morning, Urban Rocks Gym filled with activity of at least six different climbing teams. Out of 77 competitors, some were already tied in getting ready for their first climb of the day, while the climbing teams warmed up with synchronized jumping jacks and a pep talk to get psyched about the competition awaiting them. -sm.jpg) CORE World Premiere at Boulder Theater, CO
The upcoming world premiere of CORE, the latest climbing film released by Chuck Fryberger Films, is playing at the Boulder Theater, CO, on April 7th, 2010! Doors open at 7, show starts at 8, with a live performance by the Wild Angelz. The theme of the night is 80s hair metal, so start working on your outfit now! The two best-dressed rockers will have a shot at a prize package worth over $2000!  MetroRock's Dark Horse Series - Event 3
After what seemed like a hundred hours of setting and preparation, the third stop of the Dark Horse Series came barreling down the rails without fail, and despite the deceiving weather, we had a fantabulous turnout. Little rock-star kids of the future threw themselves at micro-crimps like they were handle bars...  2010 Red Rock Rendezvous - Las Vegas, Nevada
Registration has officially opened for the seventh annual “Mountain Gear Presents: Red Rock Rendezvous” (RRR) rock climbing festival, title sponsored by The North Face. RRR will return to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas on March 19-21, 2010, to benefit The Access Fund.  Fifth Annual HERA Climb4Life Metro DC
The 5th Annual HERA Climb4Life Metro DC, an ovarian cancer fundraiser benefiting the HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation, is planned for March 13–21, 2010 at several sites in the Washington DC area. The event that features a series of instructional rock-climbing clinics, along with yoga classes and parties, attracted more than 450 participants in 2009 and raised more than $60,000.  Five College Outdoor Festival
The Five College Outdoor Festival is a yearly celebration of outdoor sports, wild places, and the spirit of adventure on February 26-27, 2010. Our goal is to inspire the Five College and western Massachusetts community to engage in human-powered outdoor recreation.  Panoramas from Boston Rock Gym's 2010 Heart of Steel
Watertown, MA based photographer William Van Tassell captured these awesome 360º panorama images at Boston Rock Gym's 2010 Heart of Steel Bouldering Competition on January 30th, 2010. Flaunting a $2,400 cash purse in addition to a gorgeous line-up of prizes the HEART OF STEEL appeal speaks for itself. |
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 Fort William Mountain Festival
A celebration of mountain culture on February 11-15, 2010 - Although the full details of the program for the 2010 Fort William Mountain Festival, now in it's ninth year, are yet to be announced organizers have promised a five day feast of lectures, workshops and films for residents and visitors who want to learn about and celebrate mountain culture; during the best winter walking and climbing conditions of the year.  The AscenDance Project
AscenDance Project is a new company founded in January of 2006 by German born performance artist and rock climber Isabel von Rittberg to create work that explores the aesthetics of climbing. Performing entirely without the use of ropes, their work exhibits strength and grace enhanced by the effects of gravity on the dancers and their ability to overcome it. Check it out from March 5-14th at The Ashby Stage in Berkeley, CA.  2010 Chandler Mountain Challenge - Bouldering Comp Weekend
The 3rd Annual Chandler Mountain Challenge, a bouldering competition for all abilities at Horse Pens 40, AL, will be presented by Solid Rock – Climbers for Christ on Saturday, February 6th, 2010. The event will be a benefit for Climb-up So Kids Can Grow-up which is a non-profit that provides medicine for children with aids in Africa.  ROCK STEADY 5 - CLIMBING COMPETITION
Rock Steady 5, "Staying Alive" is Lakewood Colorado's fifth annual rock climbing competition hosted at the Lakewood Link Recreation Center on February 6th, 2010. The youth competition, ages 6-14 is separate from the adult competition. $20 Early registration, $30 Registration day of competition. Call 303.987.5430 or email jeacam@lakewood.org for more info.  BOSTON ROCK GYM - 2010 HEART OF STEEL
limbing enthusiasts everywhere, mark your calenders: on January 30th, 2010 the Boston Rock Gym and Evolv will host the second annual HEART OF STEEL bouldering competition. Flaunting a $2,400 cash purse in addition to a gorgeous line-up of prizes provided by a flock of industry leading sponsors, the HEART OF STEEL appeal speaks for itself.  North Face - In theaters beginning January 29, 2010
Directed by Philipp Stölzl / northfacethemovie.com - Based on a true story, NORTH FACE is a gripping adventure drama about a competition to climb the most dangerous rock face in the Alps. In 1936, Nazi propaganda urges German Alpinists to conquer the unclimbed north face of the Swiss massif, the Eiger, bringing two reluctant climbers, Toni Kurz (BENNO FÜRMANN) and Andi Hinterstoisser (FLORIAN LUKAS), to begin their daring ascent and attempt to scale the infamous rock face, often called the Murder Wall.  The Disciples of Gill - Bouldering Film Retrospective at Neptune Mountaineering
A presentation brought to you by Pat Ament on January 28 at 7 p.m. - In the 1960’s there was a small sub-culture of climbers who went against the traditional mountaineering mentality. Headed by John Gill, a few climbers devoted themselves to bouldering and turned it into a kind of gymnastic art. Pat Ament’s film tells the story of those beginnings, that golden age of bouldering, yet in a tender, nostalgic way.  Successful conclusion to first ever European Ice Climbing Youth Championship
The first ever European Ice Climbing Youth Championship has been concluded in Saas Grund, Switzerland on January 16th, 2010. The men's overall winner was Russia's Alexey Iakovlev. His compatriot, Liubov Mikryukova, took top honors among the young women. The Swiss team also did well. Go here for more results.  Boston Rock Gym - Panorama Mania
Watertown, MA based photographer William Van Tassell captured these awesome 360º panorama images at Boston Rock Gym's 2009 Heart of Steel Bouldering Competition. Don't miss the 2010 competition on January 30th, 2010. Flaunting a $2,400 cash purse in addition to a gorgeous line-up of prizes provided by a flock of industry leading sponsors, the HEART OF STEEL appeal speaks for itself.  2010 Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival
Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival features the Cold Faces and Wild Spaces of Canadian Adventure Filmmakers as they seek out Personal Journeys of Endurance, Adrenaline and Mosquitoes, January 22 – 29, 2010. Canadian filmmakers have once again traveled to the far corners of the globe and to their own backyards to seek out and document the wild adventures of adrenaline seekers, endurance athletes and solitary paddlers.  Ice Climbing World Cup in Kirov, Russia
Last year’s overall winner, Austria’s Markus Bendler, has proven he is still the man to beat on the Ice Climbing World Cup circuit. Bendler took first place in the challenging Lead competition this weekend (January 7- 9, 2010) in Kirov, Russia. For the women, Italy’s Angelika Rainer came first, letting the world know she is ready to challenge for the overall top spot, after finishing second in 2009.  ICE Climbing Ecrins 2010
France's Ice Climbing Ecrins celebrates 20 years and has become a premiere location for extreme winter sports. Uniting ice-climbing amateurs from all over the world, ‘ICE’ held in the unforgettable valleys of Freissinieres and Fournel, is today a key event for the most passionate of ice-climbers. This year's festival, held from January the 8th - 10th, will offer a wide range of activities including training workshops, ice-climbing initiations and expert level training. Visit: www.ice-climbing-ecrins.com  Pianos Rachados 2009 - A New Crack Climbing Event in Portugal
Portugal climbing is best known for its excellent limestone cliffs next to the ocean, providing hard, overhanging sport routes, but not its trad climbing... But now, near to Lisbon, south of the surfing mecca, Ericeira, an outstandingly gorgeous cliff of black basalt with perfect splitter cracks was recently discovered. The place might remind you of UK's Peak District with exuberant evergreen shrubs and gray to black rock.  MetroRock's Dark Horse Series - Event 2
Continuing the recent progression of world class bouldering competitions in the NorthEast, MetroRock just finished the second stop of its four comp Dark Horse Series. On December 12th, over 200 competitors and spectators showed up to compete for the Dark Horse title. The top six competitors in each Open category advanced to finals in the evening to battle over the $1,100 cash purse.  SuperTopo Auction to Benefit Access Fund
The 2008 SuperTopo Charity Auctions raised over $10,000 for climbing non-profits and Central Asia Institute. In 2009, as you can imagine, has been much harder to get to that number. BUT, that wont stop me from trying with one last auction for 2009 with all the proceeds benefiting the Access Fund.  The 2009 Triple Crown Bouldering Series
The biggest and most bodacious outdoor boulder series is back again - for the 7th time with two of the three events now in the books: Hound Ears in Boone, NC and Horse Pens-40 in Steele, AL. The grand finale will conclude the series at the Stone Fort near Chattanooga, TN on December 5th. The Triple Crown is dedicated to maintaining climbing access by supporting the Southeastern Climbers' Coalition and The Carolina Climbers' Coalition. Visit: TripleCrownBouldering.org for more information.  2009 Yangshuo Climbing Festival
Following last year’s inaugural event, the Second Annual Yangshuo Climbing Festival, hosted by The North Face and Black Diamond, will be held from November 13 to 15, 2009. Once again, the Festival will bring together local and international climbers in one of Asia’s top sport climbing locations.  Fifth Annual Adventure Film Festival
On November 12-14 in Boulder, Colorado, the Fifth Annual Adventure Film Festival will premiere the most exciting and inspiring award-winning independent films from around the world. The festival is dedicated to all aspects of adventure — from serious exploration to environmental heroism to gripping tales from the edge of the believable. Visit: www.adventurefilm.org  International Day of Climate Action Celebrated at California's Phantom Spires
350.org is an international campaign dedicated to building a movement to unite the world around solutions to the climate crisis — the solutions that science and justice demand. On 24 October, people in 181 countries came together for the most widespread day of environmental action in the planet's history. At over 5200 events around the world, people gathered to call for action on the climate crisis.  Gunks Climbers' Coalition Vulgarian Poetry Slam Benefit Soirée
On November 7, 2009 the Gunks Climbers' Coalition will host a Vulgarian Poetry Slam Benefit Soirée to cover costs associated with the Rosendale Waterworks Bouldering Area Acquisition. The evening will include a Vulgarian poetry slam/spoken word by: Burt Angrist and weather permitting the evening will also include a special guest performance of fire by Mark-of-Fire of Gardiner NY. For more info visit: www.gunksclimbers.org |
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 Fall Highball Eastside-Way Cool
The American Alpine Club and Friends of the Inyo are hosting the Fall Highball Eastside-Way Cool event in Bishop, CA on November 7-8, 2009. The event will kick off Saturday with Adopt-a-crag in the Buttermilk from 9:00am to 1:00pm at Peabody Boulder 6.6 miles up Buttermilk Road.  2009 International Mountain Summit - South Tyrol
The IMS is an international platform of information, communication and presentations dedicated to everything about mountains and alpine sports - and of course a real hot spot for mountain fans: Along with mountaineering legends like Reinhold Messner, a number of young talents will attend the summit meeting from November 3-8 in the Italian town of Bressanone/Brixen (South Tyrol). Many more top mountaineers like Stefan Glowacz have recently confirmed their presence at the IMS.  Girls Education International to auction off rock stars at annual fundraising event
Have you ever wanted to climb with one of the hard men or women you see in the pages of the mags? At Girls Education International’s annual Beats for Books fundraising event at The Spot Gym on Tuesday, October 27, you can bid in a live auction to climb with rock stars Madaleine Sorkin, Kelly Cordes or Alex Honnold.  X Festival de Boulder in Mar del Plata, Argentina
Don't miss the the 10th annual Festival de Boulder in Mar del Plata, Argentina on October 24-25, 2009. Bouldering competition, big party, fun, prizes and more! For more information visit: www.clubandinomardelplata.com or contact Club Andino Mar del Plata (C.A.M.P.)  Oktboulderfest 2009 - Vertical Endeavors, St Paul, Minnesota
Come celebrate bouldering (please leave the beer at home) with Vertical Endeavors on Saturday, October 24th, 2009 for the inaugural Oktboulderfest. Strictly a bouldering competition, Oktboulderfest 2009 will be a chance to get together with fellow bouldering aficionados for a day of sending, laughing, and enjoying the gym’s crisp fall temps.  Reel Rock Film Tour - Chapel Hill NC - October 24, 2009
Ascent Adventure Consultants and Triangle Rock Club are the hosts of the 2009 Reel Rock Film Tour taking place in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, on October 24, 2009 at 6:00PM. The Event will benefit the American Alpine Club. The cost of entry is $15. -sm.jpg) 2009 Psychedelia at the Spot Gym
The Fifth Annual Spot Bouldering Series Comp #2 is October 24th, 2009! Psychedelia is THE black-light climbing comp for the Halloween season. Youth Comp 1pm-4pm; Adult Comp 5pm-8pm. (Spot will be closed Thursday the 22nd and Friday the 23rd for setting). $25 for entry (includes bouldering comp, raffle ticket, Wahoo's Fish Tacos, and Avery beer for those 21+) or get the remaining season pass for $70.  Climb Smart 2009
Friends of Joshua Tree’s 11th Annual CLIMB SMART event stages October 23-25, 2009. This action packed weekend is for all levels of climbers, with skills clinics, pro athletes, open managed topropes, multimedia presentations, music, dinner, raffles, and best of all a way to give back to the park we love. Sign up for the whole event ($85 plus parking) or Saturday night only ($30).  2009 Raleigh Rampage Bouldering Competition
Time to go on a Rampage! Come by the Triangle Rock Club in Raleigh, North Carolina, on October 17th, 2009, for our ABS bouldering competition, the Raleigh Rampage! The day will include: badass bouldering comp, raffle of swag (from BD, Metolius, Evolv, etc), open finals, and all the climbers from central NC and beyond!  13th Annual Yank & Yard on Yale
Stone Age Climbing Gym in Albuquerque, NM is proud to announce the 13th Annual Yank & Yard on Yale, an ABS sanctioned local bouldering competition. The event will be held on October 17th and will kick off our second annual Prime8 climbing festival.  2009 Boulder Climbing Series
The Boulder Climbing Series is a monthly series of friendly, low-key climbing competitions. Unlike most other events in Colorado, the BCS will be a top-rope and lead climbing series, rather than bouldering. The Boulder Climbing Series is open to climbers of all ages and abilities, and will be held the third Friday of every month (October-February) from 5:30-9pm at the Boulder Rock Club (2829 Mapleton).  THE PAIN AND THE GLORY
Do you know what it’s like to climb 24 hours straight, pitch after pitch on demanding, technical granite till your tips pink out, feet swell, and mouth dries up like the ass end of the Swahili? Well, let me tell you . . . er, actually, I only made it to hour 22.5 at the launch of the friendly new competition: the 24 Hours of Gunnison Glory, held at Hartman’s Rocks, west of Gunnison, Colorado, this June 28-29, 2009.  AAC's 2009 Craggin' Classic 2009
The American Alpine Club, with the help of the SLCA, has planned a full weekend of climbing and good times on October 9-11, 2009, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Plan on spending the days climbing and hanging out in the Wasatch with old and new friends. Camping is part of the deal (we've reserved the entire Spruces Campground in BCC ) and the parties - with live music and libations of choice - will go on late into the night. Register Today!  Sender Films Exclusive Premiere at Movement Climbing + Fitness
Movement and Sender Films are partnering to bring you an EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE ON OCTOBER 10th of 2 of their Nat Geo Adventure Series! Catch it here because it's the only place in the US to see them! Ever Committed to Community, we have planned a great day starting with a car wash fundraiser, a BBQ, and then the films.... and it's ALL FREE!  2009 New Paltz Climbing Film Festival
The 11th Annual New Paltz Climbing Film Festival, featuring the Reel Rock Tour, will be 7:30 PM, Saturday, October 10 (Columbus Day Weekend), at SUNY Lecture Center. Special presentations include: The Eleventh Annual Thom Scheuer Award for Land Stewardship; A raffle will be held to support the programs of the New Paltz Outing Club and the Mohonk Preserve; and the Gunks Grunt Pull-up Contest will be held to test the mettle of attendees.  8th Annual HERA Climb4Life Utah Raises Over $80,000 for Ovarian Cancer Research
Rock climbing has never felt so empowering, or at least that was the sentiment expressed by everyone participating in the 8th annual HERA Climb4Life Utah, held Sept. 17-20 in Salt Lake City. Over $80,000 was raised by participants and volunteers, which will support the HERA (Health, Empowerment, Research, Awareness) Women’s Cancer Foundation’s ovarian cancer research and awareness initiatives.  2009 24 HHH - A Recap of World's Best Endurace Climbing Competion
By Andrew Chasten - 2009's fourth annual 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell brought many new and exciting variables to the table. Ample rain, Tommy Caldwell, mucho loud screaming and the best event to ever grace the walls of Arkansas' Horseshoe Canyon Ranch was eventually how it all turned out.  Pictures from Space: the Final Photos from Washburn's Expedition Camera
Come see a presentation by Astronaut John Grunsfeld, "The Hubble Repairman" on September 30, 2009, at the American Mountaineering Center - Grunsfeld, an avid climber, snapped the final photos that will ever be taken with the late-Washburn's famous expedition camera, a 1929 Zeiss Maximar B 4x5.  The 2009 Western Mass Rendezvous
On Saturday, September 26 (Raindate - Sunday, September 27) join us in Wendell State Forest, in Wendell, Massachusetts, for our biggest fundraiser yet! It's a day long celebration featuring food, crag tours, raffles, climbing competitions, entertainment, clinics and more! Free parking and camping available all in beautiful Wendell State Forest.  Alpine-climbing legends Jack Tackle, Conrad Anker, Steve House to speak in Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Event, silent auction to benefit Teton Boulder Project - Organizers of the Teton Boulder Project (TBP) announced today that they will kick off the project’s fundraising drive for a bouldering park in downtown Jackson with an event featuring three of North America’s greatest alpinists. "American Alpine: An Evening with Climbing Legends Jack Tackle, Conrad Anker and Steve House" will be held at the Center for the Arts on Saturday, September 26, at 7 p.m. |
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 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell - 2009
This year’s weekend of fun (and hell) will kick off on September 25-27th, 2009, and promises to be the biggest and best yet. 24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell is an endurance style climbing competition held at the ever popular Horseshoe Canyon Ranch near Jasper, Arkansas.  Timy Fairfield Multi-Media Show, Youth Camp and Adult Clinic at Climbmax Gym in Tempe, AZ
Join Timy Fairfield at Climbmax Gym in Tempe, AZ on September 24-28th, 2009. Timy will give a Multi-Media Show, teach a Youth Performance Training Camp and teach an Adult Climbing Clinic. Timy will be working with Climbmax coaches and athletes to improve the team program by increasing effectiveness and stimulating interest in the training process.  Eighth Annual HERA Climb4Life - Salt Lake City, Utah
Photos by John Evans / JohnEvansPhoto.com - The ultimate rock climbing fund-raising event for the HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation was presented and hosted by Black Diamond Climbing Equipment on September 17-20, 2009 (September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month). This year's event featured two days of climbing with professional athletes in the Wasatch Mountains, climbing instruction for beginners by Exum Utah, yoga classes, massage, a tribute to HERA Founder Sean Patrick, plus parties and more. The HERA Climb4Life Utah is the signature event of the HERA Climb4Life series — don't miss it next year! Visit HERAFoundation.org/SLC for more.  Auction to benefit Yosemite Facelift: stamps, books, t-shirts
www.supertopo.com is having an auction to benefit the upcoming Yosemite Facelift on September 23-27, 2009. It's an ebay auction that ends around 1 p.m. on September 17, 2009. Help us contribute by cleaning up the Park — over 20 tons of trash is gathered per year by over 2,000 participants.  Bloqueando 2009 - Event Report
Since 2007 this boulderer gathering has been the ultimate event for Bolivian climbers with a good mix of exciting problems, friendship and a party environment. The Valley of the Rocks, or Valle De Las Rocas, is located 750 km south of La Paz and 150 km away from the city of Uyuni. This place has been described by the French boulder Tony Lamiche as the El Dorado of bouldering areas.  Reel Rock Film Tour Showing to benefit Kismet Rock Foundation
The 4th Annual Reel Rock Film Tour will be making an appearance in North Conway, New Hampshire on Saturday, September 19, at 7:30 p.m. at the climbing wall in Cranmore Family Fitness Center. The Event is being hosted by and will benefit Kismet Rock Foundation, a North Conway-based non-profit providing valuable climbing instruction and education to youth from the New England area.  Eighth Annual HERA Climb4Life Utah - September 17-20
Registration is under way for the Eighth Annual HERA Climb4Life Utah, to be held Sept. 17-20, 2009. The rock climbing fund-raising event for the HERA Women's Cancer Foundation, presented and hosted by Black Diamond Climbing Equipment raised over $100,000 in 2008 for HERA's ovarian cancer research and awareness programs.  Pine Mountain Pulldown
California's Only Outdoor Climbing Competition & Festival Returns September 11-13, 2009 - This year’s festival held in Los Padres National Forest for a second year promises to be the West Coast’s greenest climbing event. There’s something for everyone at the Pulldown, but bouldering is the main attraction here.  2009 Squamish Mountain Festival - Highlights Video
Video by ARC'TERYX - The 3rd annual Squamish Mountain Festival, (SQUMF) held at British Columbia's granite mecca on August 12-16, 2009, was a huge success again this year attracting climbers from all over the world. The vision of the SQUMF is to provide a grass-roots gathering to celebrate the magic of Squamish climbing, bouldering and mountain culture. Focusing mainly on climbing and its surrounding culture the event also encompasses complementary activities such as yoga, a themed party and its first ever trail run. For more information visit: squamishmountainfest.com 2009 REEL ROCK Film Tour
The 4th Annual REEL ROCK FILM TOUR kicks off in September with over 100 shows around the world - delivering the best in cutting-edge climbing and adventure entertainment. Don't miss the Reel Rock Film Tour Premiere at the Boulder Theater in Boulder, Colorado on September 10th! To check out the tour schedule and film trailers, go to: ReelRockTour.com.  9th Annual Flagstaff TRASH BASH
The 9th Annual Flagstaff TRASH BASH will be happening on Wednesday, September 9th, 2009, and you know it will be raining booty. So mark your calendar, recruit/brainwash some friends, and head up to the Summit to pick up trash, eat dinner, drink beverages, and walk away with the goods.  Eiter and Puigblanque Reign Supreme at Rock Master 2009
Angela Eiter from Austria has won her fifth Rock Master, Ramòn Julien Puigblanque his fourth. With these victories the two equal the records set by legendary climbers Lynn Hill and Francois Legrand. Champions at times move you. Never before has this been closer to the truth. Because Rock Master is always something that needs to be conquered, nothing can ever be taken for granted and nothing can ever be left to chance. Here you have to climb with heart, mind and power. Click here to see a photo gallery by Torsten Wenzler from the event.  2009 ARCO ROCK LEGENDS AWARD CERMONY
Chris Sharma won the Salewa Rock Award and Kilian Fischhuber won the La Sportiva Competition Award - The Salewa Rock Award and the La Sportiva Competition Award were handed out in front of a packed crowd which went wild as the Jury's verdict for the climbing Oscars were announced; for the rock category the 17 international specialized magazines had chosen Chris Sharma, alias the King, while the competition category went to none other than Kilian Fischhuber.  ARCO ROCK LEGENDS IV
The nominations have been decided for the 4th edition of the Arco Rock Legends, scheduled to take place on September 4th, 2009 at Arco (Garda Trentino, Italy) on the eve of the XXIII Rock Master. The SALEWA ROCK AWARD and the LA SPORTIVA COMPETITION AWARD, the sport climbing Oscars, are up for grabs.  The 23rd Rock Master and 4th Arco Rock Legends
The 23rd Rock Master, the classic sport climbing competition for the champions, will take place on Saturday and Sunday, September 5-6, 2009, in Arco (Lake Garda, Trentino, Italy). The 4th Arco Rock Legends will prelude the event on Friday, September 4th with the Salewa Rock Award and the La Sportiva Competition Award, the sport climbing Oscars.  2009 Mountain Summit in Aspen, CO
Mountain Summit is a slimmed down version of the four day Mountainfilm in Telluride festival that will be held August 27-30, 2009 in Aspen, Colorado at the Wheeler Opera House. This year both Jim Whittaker and Ed Viesturs will be there, in person.  2009 RIFLE MOUNTAIN PARK CLEAN UP DAY
SATURDAY AUGUST 22, 2009 - Please volunteer and give some love back to the park we love. Bring work gloves and any tools and materials you may have: shovels, prybars, buckets, rebar, lumber and sledgehammers. Party at the Community House with food, beer, music, and prize giving to follow. Voluntary donations. All funds go to hardware replacement.  Live Broadcast for IFSC Lead Climbing Worldcup in Imst, Austria
The ÖWK (Austrian Climbing Federation) has organized a professional Live-Broadcast Production for the Semi-Finals and Finals for the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) Lead-climbing World Cup in Imst, Austria on Saturday, August 22, 2009. Watch it live: www.sporttime.tv.  2009 Squamish Mountain Festival
August 12-16, 2009 in Squamish, BC - Returning for 2009, the 3rd annual Squamish Mountain Festival is ramping up to draw in locals and visitors alike. Focusing mainly on climbing and its surrounding culture the event also encompasses complementary activities such as yoga, a themed party and its first ever trail run. There is a film festival and photography contest (Steep Shot Photo Shoot Out), educational climbing clinics and a Dyno competition, where climbers from around the globe will compete for the biggest jump.  Bloqueando Bouldering Competition – Challcupuncu, Bolivia 2008
By Daniel Aramayo - On August 6-9, 2009 we will celebrate the third edition of “Bloqueando” at the famed Valle de las Rocas, 15 kms from Villa Alota (160 kms from Uyuni), on the road to Avaroa (Ollague) in the Department of Potosi. This area was described by Tony Lamiche as the "El Dorado of bouldering". See: THE SEARCH - Adventure Boudering in Bolivia By Lionel Daudet and photos by Stephan Denys |
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 IT'S TIME TO VOTE!
Thank you to all the filmmakers from around the world who submitted their films to the 2009 REEL ROCK FILMMAKING COMPETITION. We have received stacks of creative shorts and have selected our five favorites in two categories: HUMOR / SPOOF and ACTION / INSPIRATION. NOW it's time to vote for ONE film in each category.  International Rock Climbing Festival in Guamka, Russia
The Climbing Federation of Russia is happy to invite you to participate in the International Rock Climbing Festival on August 4-9, 2009, in Guamka, located in Russia's Krasnodar Region. 117 routes in 9 sectors have already been prepared and 20 new routes will be ready to the beginning of the Festival.  2009 Vaude Deutscher Bouldercup - Überlingen, Germany
The annual Deutscher Bouldercup, this year sponsored by the German companies Vaude and Edelrid, among others, was held in Überlingen, Germany on July 11, 2009. The outdoor competition saw some top bouldering competitors, including Kilian Fischhuber (an Austrian who wasn’t competing in an official capacity, for some reason) and the German Jonas Baumann, both of whom have won several World Cups.  2009 REEL ROCK FILMMAKING COMPETITION
The 2009 REEL ROCK Film Tour, presented by Sender Films and Big UP Productions is now accepting submissions for the 2009 REEL ROCK FILMMAKING COMPETITION. If you have a camera, computer, and a fresh idea, one of the short REEL ROCK ‘09 films could be yours! Submission deadline is July 20, 2009!  Timy Fairfield - Multi-Media Show, Training Workshop and Movement Clinic at Thresh Hold Gym
Don't miss Timy Fairfield at Thresh Hold Gym in Riverside, CA on July 15-16, 2009. Timy will give a Multi-Media Show, teach a Training Workshop and teach a Climbing Movement Clinic. Timy will be working with Thresh Hold Gym coaches and athletes to improve the team program by increasing effectiveness and stimulating interest in the training process.  Memorial Service for Jonny Copp, Micah Dash, and Wade Johnson
A memorial service celebrating the lives of Jonny Copp, Micah Dash, and Wade Johnson will be held this Saturday, July 11, 2009 at the Boulder Theater (2032 14th Street), in Boulder, CO. Doors open at 1:00PM, service starts at 2:00 and will last until about 3:30.  2009 International Climbers' Festival
The International Climbers' Festival is back for a 16th straight year! The 2009 Festival will be held this July 8th - 12th in Lander, Wyoming. The ICF is a non-profit and is connected to three local Lander climbing initiatives: the Jim Ratz Memorial Scholarship, the Todd Skinner Foundation and BARF (the local Bolt and Anchor Replacement Fund).  The Tout a Blocs 2009
June 28-July 2, 2009 - L'Argentiere la Bessee and Ailefroide, Southeastern France - The event started out as a local comp and grew to a National Open, then to the French Championships in all categories and finally to a World Cup event. This year there will be 450 climbers over 3 days and over 2000 spectators at the finals!  HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation Holds Third Annual Colorado Climb4Life
The HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation will be holding its Third Annual Colorado Climb4Life in Friday, June 26 through Saturday, June 27, 2009. in Boulder. The event is hosted by REI Boulder, Colorado Mountain School and the Boulder Rock Club.  24 hours of Gunnison Glory
Join us this summer, June 26th to 28th, 2009, at Hartman Rocks (a granite area reminiscent of Joshua Tree) near Gunnison, Colorado, for an endurance competition sure to leave its mark on the psyche. Climbing in teams of 2, 4, or 6 you will race to send as much as possible on both cliffs and boulders for 24 hours. The event will also feature live music, poetry, yoga, and a presentation from Chad Jukes of Paradox Sports.  Timy Fairfield Multi-Media Show, Youth Camp and Adult Clinic at Climbmax Gym in Tempe, AZ
Don't miss Timy Fairfield at Climbmax Gym in Tempe, AZ on June 25-29th, 2009. Timy will give a Multi-Media Show, teach a Youth Performance Training Camp and teach an Adult Climbing Clinic. Timy will be working with Climbmax coaches and athletes to improve the team program by increasing effectiveness and stimulating interest in the training process.  The Colorado Mountain Club's Mountain Fest 2009
Join us at Mountain Fest a celebration of the Colorado Mountain Club, the state’s premiere mountain-adventure organization dedicated to recreation, conservation, and education on June 20th and 21st in Golden, Colorado. Designed for beginning to expert outdoor enthusiasts, this annual event is a weekend of exciting mountain activities, music, and more.  Wrangle in the Triangle
The Wrangle is back! Join the Raleigh area climbing community on June 20th at the Triangle Rock Club for the second annual Wrangle in the Triangle! The bouldering comp will have youth, beginner, intermediate, advanced and open divisions; cash prizes of course. Post comp festivities will include: food and drink (included with your entry) as well as showing of the new climbing movie “The Players”.  Rock Junior and the great game of climbing
The 8th Rock Junior competition on June 6-7, 2009, in Arco was a triumph of the game of climbing. Once again this is an unmissable event for youth climbing and for the hundreds of youngsters who, with their parents, assaulted the Climbing Stadium in Garda Trentino, Italy.  The Search Fund
Please come and make a donation to The Search Fund for Micah Dash, Jonny Copp and Wade Johnson on Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 at The Spot Bouldering Gym in Boulder Colorado. Spot climbing access with your donation to from 5:00pm - 8:00pm. Silent Auction Items, Photos, Artwork, Slideshow and Avery Brewing will be providing us with some tasty beverages plus we're working on some good entertainment to bring the night together.  Tommy Caldwell benefit for Dash, Copp and Johnson - Estes Park - June 12, 2009
Tommy Caldwell is fundraising to help efforts to recover the bodies of Wade Johnson, 24, of Arden Hills, Minnesota and Jonny Copp, 35, of Boulder, Colo. from southwestern China. Micah Dash, 30, is still missing. The trio were attempting a climb of Mount Edgar in the Sichuan province of China.  The Access Fund Presents Telluride Mountainfilm's Zero Emissions Tour at The Boulder Theater
In June of 2009, Telluride Mountainfilm will embark on a new project: the Zero Emissions Tour, which is a 2,300 mile unsupported bike tour throughout Colorado, Wyoming & Utah. Join the Access Fund and be a part of this landmark tour at The Boulder Theater on June 10th at 8pm.  Rock Junior 2009: the European Youth Climbing Festival at Arco
The 8th Rock Junior will take place at Arco (Garda Trentino, Italy) on Saturday and Sunday, June 6-7, 2009. This great European climbing festival for young climbers is organised for the 8th year running by the Rock Master association.  The 2009 TEVA MOUNTAIN GAMES
The Vail Valley Foundation is proud to announce that the 8th annual Teva Mountain Games, the nation’s premiere outdoor adventure event, will take place June 4 – 7, 2009 in Vail, Colorado. In addition to our amateur climbing competitions, the IFSC Bouldering World Cup will be hosted once again at the 2009 Teva Mountain Games! The Foundation also announced the addition of a new half marathon within the mountain running portion of the games.  California Premiere of Rocky Mountain Highball - June 4, 2009
On June 4th, Scott Neel (the director) and Marmot Athlete Kevin Jorgeson will be hosting the California Premiere of Rocky Mountain Highball at the Rialto Theatre in Berkeley. This event is produced by the Yama Studio is presented by the American Alpine Club, Climbing Magazine, Urban Climber, Vertex Climbing Center, Marmot, and Berkeley's Marmot Mountain Works. |
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 MetroRock Climb's for a Cure
On Saturday, April 25th, 2009, MetroRock's towering walls teemed with climbers of all abilities crimping and pinching their way to the finish of 17 routes in a day. Any particular reason? While climbing is generally regarded as a selfish endeavor due to the fact that it usually benefits the mere individual pursuing it, MetroRock turned the tables by giving local climbers a chance to push themselves for a greater cause.  Steele SendFest! - Urban Rocks Gym Bouldering Competition and Fundraiser
On May 29th, 2009, Chattanooga's Urban Rocks Gym will be hosting a bouldering competition and fundraiser for the Southeastern Climbers Coalition's purchase of Steele, Alabama. The competition will be a Citizens Format and we are planning for a Men's and Women's category in each division.  The 31st TELLURIDE MOUNTAINFILM FESTIVAL
America’s premier event of adventure, culture, and mountain lifestyle, Mountainfilm in Telluride will celebrate its 31st festival this May 22-25, 2009. What began as an ode to climbing and mountain living, has evolved into a four-day experience that draws athletes, artists and activists from around the world. CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR PASSES!  International Kalymnos Climbing Festival
The International Kalymnos Climbing Festival will be held on May 22-26, 2009, on the scenic and tranquil island of Kalymnos, Greece. The event will be organized by the Municipality of Kalymnos. Climbers of all abilities and from all countries are welcome to attend the event.  Melloblocco 2009
On May 7-10, (Thursday through Sunday), 2009, over 2100 registered climbers and more than 5000 visitors gathered for the sixth annual Melloblocco, or "bouldering game", at the most famous international bouldering meeting in the world, Val di Mello (Val Masino - Sondrio), Italy. It was meant to be a celebration and what a celebration it turned out to be!  Lisa Rands Slideshow
Join us on May 2nd, 2009 at Looking Glass Outfitters & Brevard Rock Gym for a slideshow with Lisa Rands. Come hear tales of climbing around the globe from one of the world's top rockclimbers. Doors open at 6:30pm and the slideshow starts at 7:00pm. Tickets $5 at the door.  Rocky Mountain Highball - Colorado Premiere
Yama Studio, along with The American Alpine Club, request the pleasure of your company at the world premiere of Rocky Mountain Highball on April 27 at The Boulder Theater. "Rocky Mountain Highball" is a new climbing film that presents an in depth look into why some climbers push themselves to boulder at the vertical limit.  CLIMB FOR A CURE - Sponsored by MetroRock
PLACE: MetroRock, Everett, MA DATE: April 25, 2009 TIME: 4 PM to 10 PM WHAT IT IS: fundraiser to benefit the Jimmy Fund and Dana Farber in their fight against childhood cancer GOAL: raise $6,000 MetroRock Will sponsor the event and donate the first $1,000  PURE Movie to Benefit School in Rocklands, South Africa
This Friday (April 24th, 2009), at the Colorado School of Mines in Golden, CO we are hosting a charity showing of my new film PURE to benefit the Elizabethfontaine Primary School in Rocklands, South Africa. This school serves the children of the farm workers in the Rocklands area. Some of the students come from up to 12 miles away to attend classes.  Eastern Sierra Climbers Coalition Buttermilk Adopt-a-Crag
On Saturday, April 18, please meet us at the “borrow pit” just south of the world famous Peabody Boulders above Bishop, California. Working in partnership with Friends of the Inyo and the Inyo National Forest, we will spend the morning cleaning up trash and trying to limit the network of user trails around the boulders.  Timy Fairfield Multi-Media Show, Youth Camp and Adult Clinic at Climb Iowa
Timy Fairfield will be teaching a youth camp, an adult clinic and will be giving a free multi-media show at the Climb Iowa Gym from April 15-20, 2009 in Grimes, Iowa. Fairfield will be working with Climb Iowa coaches and athletes to improve effectiveness and stimulate interest in the training process. For more information visit: climbiowa.com  4th Annual MOG Sale & Outdoor Fest!
ATTENTION GEARHEADS! It's that time again… the 4th Annual MOG (Manufacturers of Outdoor Gear) Outdoor Gear Sale & Festival is coming Saturday, April 11! Bring the family, join your buddies and head downtown to the 500 block of Main Street, Grand Junction, CO for a day of great deals on outdoor gear & apparel and Telluride Mountainfilm.  2009 Rockpile Rendezvous - Pinnacles National Monument
On April 4, 2009, join us at California's Pinnacles National Monument on the East Side at the at the Moses Spring Parking Lot for the 2009 Rockpile Rendezvous presented by the U.S. National Park Service. The Rockpile Rendezvous will celebrate the legacy of conservation and stewardship that climbers have practiced at Pinnacles over the last 70 years.  Mountain Gear's Red Rock Rendezvous Enjoys Sixth Successful Year
With 1,000 climbers from across the nation converging on Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas for the sixth annual “Mountain Gear Presents: Red Rock Rendezvous” rock climbing festival in March, the event continues to be one of the largest climbing festivals in the nation for paid participants.  Mallorca Slideshow and Movie by David Vuono
On March 27, 2009 at 8:00pm, David Vuono will be giving a slideshow on his most recent climbing adventure to deep-water solo in Mallorca, Spain with his good friend and climber Kevin Ryan. The slideshow and raffle will take place at Petra Cliffs Climbing Center in Burlington, VT.  The 2009 RED ROCK RENDEZVOUS: Presented by Mountain Gear
The sixth annual “Mountain Gear Presents: Red Rock Rendezvous” climbing festival will return to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas, Nevada, on March 20-22, 2009, to benefit The Access Fund and other local and national non-profit organizations. Due to the growing popularity of the festival, this year’s event is limited to the first 1,000 registrants. Sign up now at: RedRockRendezvous.com  Friday the 13th Killer Comp
The details have just released on the year's most frighteningly fun competition at Rock Spot Climbing Gym in Boston, MA on Friday the 13th, 2009. CASH PRIZES for Individual winners! We are encouraging climbers of all abilities to join us for a great time. Raffles, free food, DJ, Group Freeze Frame game, Mystery climb and more  STONEY BASH - 2009
For those of you who are familiar with the Widgi Bash in Oregon, the Stoney Bash is going to be similar! Stoney point is in need of a revamp in a VERY large way. So how better than to get a bunch of AMAZING people together and have at it!? Food, drink, climbing and a handshake with Mother Earth!  2009 Stone Alliance Film Tour Schedule
Three internationally celebrated climbing filmmakers — Eric Perlman, Brian Solano and Mike Call — have joined forces to bring you some of the best climbing action from all over the globe. Catch the World Premier, March 11th at the Boulder Theater in Boulder, Colorado. Live guest appearances by Emily Harrington, Timmy O’neill, and filmmaker Brian Solano.  4th Annual DC Metro Climb4Life
The HERA Women’s Cancer Foundation joins REI and Black Diamond Climbing Equipment for the fourth annual DC Metro Climb4Life, February 27 to March 28. The month-long event raises money for ovarian cancer research and awareness initiatives through community sponsorship and participant fundraising. The event will be held at Earth Treks in Rockville, Md., and Sportrock in Sterling, Va. |
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Five College Outdoor Festival
The Five College Outdoor Festival is a celebration of outdoor sports, wild places, and the spirit of adventure. Our goal is to inspire the Five College and western Massachusetts community to engage in human-powered outdoor recreation on February 27th and 28th, 2009.  The California Premiere of Pure
On February 26th, 2009, at 7:15pm at the Rialto Theatre in Santa Rosa, featured athlete Kevin Jorgeson will be hosting the CA Premiere of Chuck Fryberger's new bouldering flick. From the producer of Dosage V - Alpine Blocs comes a 35mm bouldering flick about bouldering on planet Earth: PURE.  Dynamic Bouldering at ABS 10
The problems were creative and the athletes moved like monkeys at this years American Bouldering Series National Championships on February 13-15, 2009 at The Spot Bouldering Gym in Boulder, Colorado. In its 10th season, ABS routesetting is definitely world-class. In fact, finalist Max Zolotukhin called the four men's and four women's lines "the best problems in a comp ever."  Best of the Midwest Bouldering Challenge
On Sunday, February 22nd, 2009, in Rochester, MN, The Minnesota Climbers Association (MCA) presents the 2009 Best of the Midwest Bouldering Challenge (BoMBC) hosted by Prairie Walls Bouldering Gym. The BoMBC is an ABS format competition with over 100 routes on Prairie Walls’ state of the art textured boulders, some of which are free-standing.  The Warrior's Way Espresso Clinics - 2009 Midwest Tour
Warriors Way Clinics are specifically designed for climbers who want to learn or refine their climbing skills. Schedule: Upper Limits, MO - Feb 16; Univ of Minnesota, Duluth - Feb 18; Boulders Gym, Madison, WI - Feb 19; Univ of Illinois, Urbana - Feb 22; RockQuest, Cincinnati, OH - Feb 23; Planet Rock, Ann Arbor, MI - Feb 24; and Hoosier Heights, Bloomington, IN - Feb 25.  The Heart of Steel Bouldering Competition - Event Recap
On January 24th, 2009, the Boston Rock Gym hosted one of the most innovative and futuristic indoor climbing comps of the year. The Heart of Steel Bouldering Competition, master-minded by the talented Gavin Heverly and equally astute Mxim Zolotukhin, attracted over 100 competitors and the support of 26 sponsors.  2008 Chandler Mountain Challenge
Join Solid Rock Climbers for Christ for the Chandler Mountain Challenge — a bouldering competition for all abilities — at Horsepens 40, near Steele, Alabama on February 8-9, 2008.  UCLIMB at Joshua Tree - Presented by Mountain Gear
After enjoying a successful inaugural year, UClimb, a series of rock climbing events designed to introduce the sport of rock climbing to beginners, will host a weekend session in Joshua Tree, California, on February 7-8, 2009. For more information and registration please visit: www.uclimb.org.  Rock Steady 4/Good vs Evil Climbing Competition
Saturday, January 31, 2009, at the Lakewood Link Recreation Center, in Lakewood, Colorado, come on out for the the Rock Steady 4/Good vs Evil Climbing Competition. Youth Competition 10am-1:30pm, ages 6-14, all levels; Adult Competition 1:45-5pm, ages 15 and up all levels; $20 pre-registration; $30 day-of-event. Visit www.lakewood.org/recreation for more information.  Inside the 2009 SCS Nationals
Amidst a soggy evening snowstorm on Sunday, January 25, just outside Salt Lake City, the Momentum climbing gym bustled with energy — a crowd of hundreds gathered to witness America's top climbers vie for the 2009 SCS Adult National Championship (scsnationals.org). Outside of Momentum's thick walls, the echo of cheers and applause faded into the night, while inside, Carlo Traversi and Emily Harrington bested the competition to clinch first place finishes.  Highballin'
The Spot Gym Goes Off for Highball Comp - The Spot Bouldering Gym in Boulder, Colorado, knows how to throw a good party, and on January 24th, 2009 they did just that. Their equation is this: take beautiful women and pair them with strong men, feed them free food and beer, give them a DJ, and throw them at some balls hard boulder problems.  HEART OF STEEL Bouldering Comp
Be ready on January 24th, 2009 for The Boston Rock Gym’s HEART OF STEEL bouldering competition. It will be the raddest comp New England has ever seen with tons of amazing routes, tons of prizes, free schwag, live music, dancing, food, and much more.  The Highball - Comp #3 - The Spot Bouldering Series - Season IV
On January 24th, 2009, get ready for the third bouldering competition in our Spot Bouldering Series. A "Highball" slackline set between our Font and Hueco boulders will be a special attraction after the Adult Comp.  Marmot Presents The 2008 Triple Crown Bouldering Series
With the Hound Ears and HP 40 comps in the books, competitors eagerly await the conclusion at the Stone Fort in Chattanooga, TN on December 6th. Don't miss it! The Triple Crown is dedicated to maintaining climbing access by supporting the Southeastern Climbers' Coalition and The Carolina Climbers' Coalition.  The Spot Gym's Night of the Rising Sun - Season IV
On Saturday, December 6th, 2008, the second comp in the Spot Bouldering Series will sure to be a blast. Youth and Adult Bouldering Competitions followed by crashpad sumo wrestling, fun for all ages. All abilities welcome Recreational, Intermediate, Advanced, and Open divisions. Free food and drinks for competitors from Wahoos and Avery Brewing.  Warriors Way Mental/Movement Camp
By Arno Ilgner - Combine the Warrior's Way mental fitness material with movement skills on December 5-7, 2008, at Foster Fallls in East Tennessee. Training must be integrated to benefit fully from it. We've blended the skills of movement and mental fitness to create a more powerful and efficient approach to climbing.  World Premiere of Andy Parkin: "Life in adaptation" at the 2008 Kendal Mountain Film Festival, November 20th - 23rd
UPDATED - 12/04/08: The 30 minute documentary, shot over 2 years by Blue Hippo Media and Weekday Productions, provides a powerful insight to the life of a remarkable man who, in 1984, suffered a near fatal Alpine climbing accident. Many then believed Andy’s love affair with the mountains to be over.  Westminster College's First-Ever Intercollegiate Climbing Competition
On November 18, 2008, in Salt Lake City, Utah, college students — with focus and determination — from across the state competed for the title of “best boulderer” at Westminster College’s first-ever climbing wall competition. Tye Watkins and Lizzie Nielson, both students at the University of Utah, took first place honors in the men’s and women’s divisions beating out more than 30 other students.  Training Clinics by Timy Fairfield at Vertical World - November 2008
Timy Fairfield will be offering a series of 5 climbing/training workshops at Seattle and Redmond Vertical World facilities November 18-20, 2008. Timy will be sharing training methods and insights gained from his experiences as a veteran professional rock climber of 18 years and foreign-trained world cup competitor.  The North Face and Black Diamond present the First Annual 2008 Yangshuo, China Climbing Festival
More than 350 climbers from 15 countries and more than half the provinces in China came together the First Annual The North Face/Black Diamond Yangshuo Climbing Festival was held from October 31 through November 2 in and around the town of Yangshuo in Southeast China’s Guangxi Province. |
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 Bolivia Rock Star Festival
On November 1st, 2008 at the Amor de Dios Neighborhood in the Aramjuez area of La Paz, the First Rock Star Festival took place. The Vertigo Climbing Club, who organized this event, created a competition based on a triathlon theme where competitors would do a 4 kilometer run, a 60 meter zip line and climb ten routes. See a photo gallery from the event.  John Bachar Southeast Tour - November 2008
In every sport there are men, myths and legends. In the world of rock climbing and free soloing, there is only one name that fits all three: John Bachar. One of America's most daring rock climbers is visiting the Southeast (Tennessee, Georgia and North Carolina) in November, 2008. While here, he will be giving several slideshows and Acopa Shoe Demos.  IX Festival de Boulder 2008
The IX Festival de Boulder, November 8-9, 2008, is a two day bouldering event held on natural rock (not indoor), in it's the 9th edition (2000-2008). This is the most important climbing event in Argentina held at the coastal boulders near Mar del Plata, several hours south of Buenos Aires.  2008 Boulder Adventure Film Festival - Inspiring World Class Film, Art and Environmental Activism
CONTINUING TONIGHT! The 4th Annual Boulder Adventure Film Festival takes place November 6, 7 and 8th in Boulder, Colorado. Surf monster waves in Liberia, climb sheer rock in the Alps, swim with sharks! Get ready to feel the power of nature through film, lectures and hands-on participation.  Chris Sharma Signature Slide Show Tour - Southeast 2008
Meet Chris Sharma, the most recognized, skilled, inviting and friendly figure in rock climbing. Here are five chances to catch him in the SE this fall: Saturday Oct 25th at the New River Gorge, WV; Wednesday Oct 29th at the Great Outdoor Provision Co., Raleigh, NC; Thursday Oct 30th on the ASU Campus, Boone, NC; Monday Nov 3rd at Alabama Outdoors, Birmingham, AL; Wednesday Nov 5th at Rock/Creek in Chattanooga, TN.  2008 Climb Smart
Friends of Joshua Tree will host the 11th annual Climb Smart gathering at Indian Cove group campgrounds from October 24 through October 26, 2008. This is the largest gathering of Southern California’s climbing community, featuring intensive clinics, gear raffles, food and top notch entertainment over the weekend.  Castleton Tower Adopt A Crag Event
Utah Open Lands, with support from the Access Fund and American Alpine Club, will host the first annual trail maintenance and baselands stewardship event at Castleton Tower on Friday, October 24th, Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th. The event is an official Access Fund Adopt-a-Crag event. It is made possible by Petzl’s sponsorship of the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour in Moab which will celebrate its fifth year anniversary this March.  Timy Fairfield Clinics and Training Camps - Fall 2008
Timy Fairfield will be offering six clinics and training Camps in October in the Michigan, New Mexico and Arizona areas. Gym Climbing, warm-up techniques, injury prevention, bio-mechanics, fundamentals of sport specific strength training, competition mental tactics, bouldering competition strategy, speed drills, movement techniques & skills, sport-specific power endurance fitness training, Heart Rate training, cross- training, video analysis and more! New Paltz Climbing Film Festival
The 10th Annual New Paltz Climbing Film Festival, featuring the Reel Rock Tour, will be 7:30 PM, Saturday, October 11 (Columbus Day Weekend). Because the Studley Theater has been closed for renovations, we will be back at the Lecture Center, next to the library on the SUNY campus. Reel Rock has opened with sold out crowds in Squamish, Boulder, Durango, and Crested Butte.  The Craggin' Classic
Coming to Golden, Colorado October 10-12, 2008 this major new climbing festival is presented by the American Alpine Club, and will feature Layton Kor (Guest of Honor), John Gill (’08 Underhill Award recipient), and Dave Turner (’08 Bates Award recipient). Get more info and register at www.cragginclassic.com.  Climber-run nonprofit to hold benefit dance party at the b Side Lounge in Boulder, Colorado
Girls Education International, a nonprofit organization founded by Heidi Wirtz and Lizzy Scully, will be hosting a late-night dance party fundraiser at the hippest new club on the Front Range, the b Side Lounge Restaurant in Boulder, Colorado on Thursday, October 9, from 9:30 p.m. to 1:45 a.m.  2008 Neptune Mountaineering Horsetooth Hang - Recap
The 2008 Neptune Mountaineering Horsetooth Hang, held at Rotary Park in Fort Collins, Colorado, pulled off its annual bouldering festival this past Saturday, September 27 with a Western-themed flourish. Pink cowboy hats (on the guys), pigtails (on the girls), and cowboy boots of all types came together for a day of stewardship, community development, and a little competition.  24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell - 2008 Event Recap
On Saturday, September 27th, 200 climbers set off on a unique quest to lead as many routes as possible within a 24 hour time period on the bullet sandstone of Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Arkansas. For the third year, this one-of-a-kind climbing event tested endurance, pain tolerance, and mental stamina as each team pushed it to the maximum in Recreational, Intermediate and Advanced classes.  The 13th Horsetooth Hang: A "Wild West" Climbing Festival And Trash Clean Up
The Neptune Mountaineering Horsetooth Hang is a non-profit rock climbing festival and trash clean up that will take place at the Horsetooth Reservoir in Fort Collins on Saturday, September 27th, (Rain Date: Oct 4th) 2008. Visit www.horsetoothhang.net for more details, cost and registration.  The Nor'easter
It's not just a concert and it's way more than rock climbing and camping. The Nor'easter powered by Eastern Mountain Sports is a weekend-long festival of music, sport, and conservation happening September 26-28, 2008 at Tenney Mountain in Plymouth, NH.  24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell - 2008
The 24HHH Hell hits back harder than ever this year on September 26-28, 2008. This unique climbing event tests endurance, pain tolerance and mental stamina as you log continuous routes in a 24 Hour timeframe on the steep sandstone of Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Arkansas.  Climb Up So Kids Can Grow Up Fundraiser
Hikers, Cyclists, Climbers and Runners will “Climb” September 20 and 21, 2008, to Raise Funds for AIDS Medications and Supplies. The American Foundation for Children with AIDS (AFCA) and the American Alpine Institute are teaming up again to host Climb Up So Kids Can Grow Up.  2008 Vedauwoo Bouldering Competition
On September 20th, 2008, come on out to the high plains of Wyoming for some bouldering action at Vedauwoo. Competitors should assemble at the central gazebo by 10am. The cost to enter the event is $20. Later there will be a slide show by Jamie Emerson followed by an awards ceremony in Laramie.  Parallel Universes - Climb4Life Slide show at SLC Library
Don't miss the Parallel Universes Slide show with Jason Kehl, Heidi Wirtz and Joe kinder at the downtown SLC library on September 19th — part of the 2008 7th annual HERA Foundation Climb4Life event. It is $10 at the door and all proceeds go to support the HERA Foundation www.herafoundation.org.  SLC’s 7th Annual Ovarian Cancer Climb4Life to Support Local Women
The organization — which strives to save the lives of mothers, daughters, sisters, wives, partners, and girlfriends through ovarian cancer research and awareness initiatives — ties climbing with fundraising to bring women and men together to help find a cure on September 18-21. |
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 Utah's High Adventure Mountain Film Festival 2008
The first annual Utah’s High Adventure Mountain Film Festival will launch September 18-21, 2008 at the historic Peery’s Egyptian Theater and the David Eccles Conference Center in downtown Ogden, Utah. This four-day festival is comprised of thrilling films, panel discussions and award ceremonies that promote the spirit of high mountain adventure sports in a picturesque, active mountain town.  Costa Blanca Deep Water Solo festival
Adventure and expedition specialists Rock and Rapid have announced that this year’s week-long DWS festival in Costa Blanca, Spain will begin on Sunday the 14th of September, 2008. The event will be located around the well-known and climber friendly Orange House near Finestrat.  2008 REEL ROCK Film Tour
The 3rd Annual REEL ROCK FILM TOUR is rolling, with already sold out shows at over 80 locations world wide! To check out the tour schedule and film trailers, go to: www.reelrocktour.com. During September and October, The 2008 REEL ROCK Tour will be thrilling crowds from New Paltz to Cape Town and dozens of points in between with the best climbing and outdoor adventure films of the year.  It's time to vote!
Sender Films has recently launched the top films for the first annual REEL ROCK Filmmaking Competition on reelrocktour.com where people can vote for their favorite short films in each category: Humor/Spoof and Action/Inspiration.  The 8th Annual TRASH BASH
Boulder, Colorado's 8th Annual Flagstaff Trash Bash will be happening on Wednesday, September 10th, 2008, and you know it will be raining booty. So mark your calendar, recruit/brainwash some friends, and head up to the Summit to pick up trash, eat dinner, drink beverages, and walk away with the goods. As always, there will be food, beverages and a raffle for all the volunteers following the cleanup.  Warriors Way Training - NE Tour - Fall 2008
By Arno Ilgner - The "Espresso" four-hour clinics, camps and presentations (introductions to mental fitness training) are specifically targeted for climbers who want to learn or refine their climbing skills, improve safety awareness, and gain a heightened degree of mental focus by applying the Warrior's Way program.  REEL ROCK Film Tour World Premiere - Boulder, Colorado - September 10th & 11th
Wednesday's REEL ROCK premiere in Boulder is SOLD OUT! So we've added a second show the following day: Thurs, Sept 11, 7:00 at the Boulder Theater. Tickets available in advance at the Boulder Theater only. $12 Advance, $14 at the door. After Boulder, REEL ROCK continues on for over 80 shows across the U.S and world. CLICK HERE To Watch the Reel Rock Film Tour Trailer  2008 Rifle Clean Up Recap
The organizers of the 2008 Rifle Clean Up that took place Saturday, September 6th would like to say THANK YOU! to our sponsors, supporters, and helpers. With everyone's help we were able to make this the most productive clean-up event ever.  2008 Rifle Clean-Up
The 2008 Rifle Mountain Park Clean-Up will take place Saturday, September 6th in the canyon followed by a BBQ and party at the Community House (that's up canyon past the campground). There will three kegs of Avery Beer and tons of food! $5 gets you food, beer, and raffle tickets!  Bear Valley Adventure Sports Festival - August 16, 2008
Come celebrate the thrill of human powered recreation in the beautiful High Sierra village of Bear Valley located at 7,000 feet along scenic Highway 4 between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite. A variety of outdoor activities including rock climbing, road cycling, mountain biking, flatwater kayaking and hiking will blend into an exciting weekend of adventure, education, competition and fun.  Mammut Bouldering Championships - August 9th in Salt Lake City, Utah
The 3rd annual Mammut Bouldering Championships Season Finale will be on Saturday, August 9th, from 6:30 to 9 pm at the Shilo Inn, in Salt Lake City, Utah. Held during the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Trade Show, the Pro Finals will draw the world’s biggest names in rock climbing to compete for a $10,000 cash purse, the largest purse in U.S. climbing.  THE SAD SMOKY MOUNTAINS & skyscrapers - A CIVIL ACTION AND A WORK OF ART
During the final part of this action of ours the Sad Smoky Mountains will be meeting the Cities. The Urban Climbers, “city mountaineers” moment has come! In togetherness with mountains, in togetherness with the hills we will be kindling the hearts of our cities and their inhabitants employing the same red color used afore by returning to the origin of those columns of smoke chosen to be used as a symbol, an invariable symbol of this work of art.  Bloqueando Bouldering Competition – Challcupuncu, Bolivia 2008
By Daniel Aramayo - Photos by Juan Gabriel Estellano - On July 19 and 20, we celebrated the second edition of “Bloqueando”, a bouldering event. It's more of a gathering of participants rather than a competition with mostly Bolivian's but also some French, English, German and Mexican climbers who measured their skills and strengths over the weekend on some magic volcanic boulders.  Tout A Blocs - 2008
On July 30 - August 2, 2008 the biggest bouldering event in France — the Tout A Blocs (TAB) — will be kicking off in the town of l'Argentière la bessée and on the beautiful granite boulders of Ailefroide, France. The competion includes an outdoor international bouldering contest where three hundred climbers competed last year.  Extremity Games 2008 Recap
The place looks like a bomb went off. Legs and arms are strewn all over the floor. Sounds grim, but in all actuality, it’s really cool. I’m standing in the middle of the 2008 Extremity Games climbing competition, hosted at Planet Rock in Pontiac, Michigan on Friday July 25th, and things are looking good.  Zillertal Petzl RocTrip - July 23-27th 2008
The Tyrolean area known as Zillertal is the alpine jewel of Austria. The new development of this climbing area provides routes of all grades on perfect red, white, and gray granite that rests below the über-historic classic mountaineering of the Tyrolean Alps — the perfect spot for a climbing festival and this years Petzl Roc Trip!  Buildering at at Diespeker Wharf - London Festival of Architecture - July 20, 2008
Pollard Thomas Edwards architects will be hosting an ambitious interactive installation organized and implemented by The Castle Climbing Centre to explore a hidden London and provide exclusive access to the London skyline.  USA Climbing Level 1 Routesetting Clinic – So Cal Style!
On July 19th and 20th in Riverside, California, Pro Setter Chris Danielson will instruct a USA Climbing Level 1 Routesetting Clinic at an incredible new gym in So Cal – Hangar 18 Riverside!  2008 Squamish Mountain Festival
The SQUMF is getting ready to thrill locals and visitors again this summer with an exciting mix of films, clinics, competitions and guest speakers: Dave MacLeod, Ed Cooper, Matt Maddaloni, Majka Burhardt, Sonnie Trotter, Micah Dash and Cedar Wright. The festival takes place at various locations around Squamish, BC from July 16 to 20.  REEL ROCK FILMMAKING COMPETITION - DEADLINE IS JULY 15!
The annual Reel Rock Film Tour is gearing up for it's third season, with 100 or more screenings of the world's best climbing films coming to a city near you this fall. And if you have a camera, a computer, and a fresh idea, one of the featured films could be yours! |
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 East Coast Premier DOSAGE V - July 10th
The East Coast Premiere of Dosage V from Big Up Productions is being held at The Rock Club on Thursday July 10 at 8pm. It will be the only screening of the movie on the east coast, so this will be your one chance to catch it on a big screen.  The Fifteenth Annual International Climbers' Festival
The ICF is an annual event that began 15 years ago with the mission of promoting and celebrating the sport of rock climbing. The 2008 Festival will be held this July 9th - 13th in Lander, Wyoming.  Céüse, France Climber Clean-up
UPDATE - 7/08/08 - Céüse is clean! A climber clean up weekend has been planned July 5 and 6, 2008 to maintain a good relationship between the Céüse locals and climbers. Céüse is one of the most well know cliffs for sport climbing in the world but due to it's popularity there are new problems to solve.  Environmental Stewardship Adventure Days
Clean trails at local crags Crescent Rock July 5 and Elizabeth's Furnace on September 6 in the morning then go rock climbing in the afternoon on us! The programs are open to all adventurers over 8 years old and we encourage families to come together and volunteer.  Tour Schedule: Perfecto - Rock Climbing Above the Sea
The Perfecto Tour stops in Salt Lake City, Dan Diego, San Francisco and Boulder throughout the month of July, 2008. Among Mallorca’s fragrant almond groves, famed nightclubs and speedo-sporting Eurotourists, limestone cliffs rise from the sea like sentinels, their steep pockets beckoning to climbers the world over. Watch the Perfecto - Rock Climbing Above the Sea Trailer  New River Rendezvous - A Newcomer’s Revelation
Imagine nearly a thousand lunatics descending upon the outskirts of the small town of Fayetteville in West Virginia. Now imagine this mob, with white dust smeared all over their hands and faces, being set loose on the never ending cliffs that line the New River, which flows under the longest arch bridge in the United States.  Girls Education International's Fundraiser at the Hangar Restaurant in Estes Park
On Thursday, June 26, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., the Hangar Restaurant in Estes Park is hosting a benefit for Girls Education International, a nonprofit organization founded by North Face athlete Heidi Wirtz and writer Lizzy Scully. The fundraiser will feature tunes by local musician Justin Faye and a slide show by author and mountaineer Pete Takeda.  Hong Kong Climbing Competition Recap
The very best of Hong Kong's homegrown climbers showed up to battle it out at the 51st Festival of Sport – Hong Kong Youth Sport Climbing Championship & Open Ranking Competition on June 8th 2008. Foul weather conditions halted the championships in the morning, but it cleared quickly allowing climbers and spectators alike to enjoy the fantastic display of climbing prowess.  IFSC Bouldering World Cup Coming to the 2008 Teva Mountain Games
The seventh annual Teva Mountain Games® will host the first IFSC Bouldering World Cup event on United States’ soil in close to twenty years, June 5-8, 2008 in Vail, Colorado. In partnership with USA Climbing and the Town of Vail, the Teva Mountain Games® was successfully awarded this World Cup climbing competition by sport climbing’s governing body, the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC).  Dosage Volume V World Premiere - Boulder Theater, Wed, June 4, 8:00PM
Dosage V, the latest climbing film from Big UP Productions, features non-stop action with breathtaking visuals and an unmatched roster of the world's top climbers, including: Beth Rodden, Tommy Caldwell, Dave Graham, Chris Sharma, Daniel Woods, Paul Robinson, Dani Andrada, Patxi Usobiaga, Daila Ojeda, Ty Landman, Jason Kehl, Randy Puro, Matt Bosley, Michael Fuselier, and more.  A Waste-Free New River Rendezvous? No Problem.
By Mary Caperton Morton - For the past six years, the New River Alliance of Climbers (NRAC) has sponsored an annual three-day festival to kick off the spring climbing season at the spectacular New River Gorge in southern West Virginia. Determined to stick to “Leave No Trace” principles, even when hosting a big event, Rendezvous organizers challenged this year’s climbers to “Step Up or Stay Home!” Sure enough, all 800 participants stepped up. SEE A GALLERY BY MARY MORTON  The 2008 New River Rendezvous Recap
Story and Photos By Devaki Murch - There is no denying the New River Rendezvous is the best climbing event all year. Why? Because only in West Virginia will people drive 4, 8 or even 12 hours non-stop despite the bleak weather reports in excited anticipation of seeing great friends, good times and stellar climbing in the New River Gorge. SEE THE GALLERY BY DEVAKI MURCH  2008 New River Rendezvous
The word is out — rock climbers know how to throw a great party! May 16-18 the New River Rendezvous Festival kicks off the climbing season at the New River Gorge in Fayetteville, West Virginia. For years it was pretty low key, until 2007 when 1,200 climbers crashed the three-day event.  May 16-18, 2008 NEW RIVER RENDEZVOUS MAKES BIG CHANGES!
Last year the 5th Annual New River Rendezvous exploded. Attendance jumped 50% to around 1200 participants. “Everyone was great, patient with the lines and all, but we got dangerously close to blowing out the venue so it was time to reel it in,” stated event organizer Kenny Parker.  Jason Kehl Multimedia Show
Join Professional Rock Climber, Artist and full time Vagabond Jason Kehl this Tuesday Night (5/13/08) at Thresh Hold Climbing Gym in Riverside, CA as he recalls chilling tales of highball bouldering from around the world. $5 Admission includes climbing day pass for non members! This is not your average slideshow, but a spectacle of sight and sound that will tingle your senses and stimulate your instinctual urge to get out and connect to the world. www.climbthreshhold.com  5Point Film Festival Debuts May 8-10, 2008 in Carbondale, Colorado
Unscripted and intimate in nature, the 5Point Film Festival debuts May 8-10, 2008 in Carbondale, Colorado, featuring a five-star roster of adventure films, special guests and programs to engage audiences and build passion with a conscience through the power of the moving image.  High Country Outfitters Spring Slideshows
High Country Outfitters, in cooperation with the Atlanta Climbing Club and Sweetwater Brewery, is presenting three outstanding climbers in a series of fund raising slide shows. Rock climbing pioneer Henry Barber on May 1st and Exum Guide Brenton Reagan on May 14th. Jason Kehl Multimedia Show
Join Professional Rock Climber, Artist and full time Vagabond Jason Kehl this Thursday Night (4/2408) at Neptune's in Boulder as he recalls chilling tales of highball bouldering from around the world. This is not your average slideshow, but a spectacle of sight and sound that will tingle your senses and stimulate your instinctual urge to get out and connect to the world.  Cassar Jewelers ClimbFest 2008 Gallery
Photos by Devaki Murch - The 2008 ClimbFest event brought together artists and authors to share their passion for the mountains through art and literature with the local Ogden, Utah Community. Jeff Lowe and Ogden Climbing Parks hosted guests: Lynn Hill, John Bachar, Pat Ament, Warren Macdonald, Pete Takeda, Dick Dorworth, Ammon McNeelly and Jeff Long (just to name a few) for a weekend to celebrate Mountain Adventure. CLICK HERE to read the recap  Galen and Barbara Rowell Lecture Series and Award in San Francisco
Please join us for the fourth annual Rowell Lecture with featured speaker and celebrated photographer Annie Leibovitz as she shows and discusses her work Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at the Hotel Nikko, in San Francisco, CA. |
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 2008 Colorado College Bouldering Series Final
On May 5th the Sport Climbing Center in Colorado Springs is hosting the 2008 Colorado College Bouldering Series Final. Come on down and check it out. The facility has 13,000 sq. ft. of sculpted climbing surface for leading, toproping or bouldering and there are routes for all ages and abilities. Girls Education International's Spring Masquerave
This Saturday, April 12, Girls Education International, co-founded by North Face athlete and rock climber Heidi Wirtz and writer/climber Lizzy Scully, are holding a “Spring Masquerave” fundraiser at Café Babu in Boulder, Colo.  YOGA and Climbing At Joshua Tree
Join Deep Yoga and climb in Joshua Tree, Friday evening, April 11 and Sunday afternoon, April 13, 2008. Join Bhava and Laura Plumb for a special retreat of yoga, rock climbing, hiking, nature, meditation and star-gazing in sacred Joshua Tree National Monument outside of Palm Springs.  Party to Help Shoe Nepalese Children
Put your party shoes on and roll down to Trilogy Wine Bar on Thursday, April 10th to help put shoes on the feet of children and adults in the Kingdom of Lo, Nepal. Boulder resident Katie Homes, founding partner of Little Yoga Warriors, LLC, will be traveling to the Dolpo and Mustang regions of Nepal to deliver footwear to children and adults in need. A DUEL TO THE DEATH - The Spot Bouldering Series Season III Finals
In a competition fit for the Coliseum, The Spot Bouldering Gym hosted the final bouldering comp of the season: The Gladiator Season Finals. The series, with previous events Psychedelia, Night of the Rising Sun, and The Gun Show, wrapped up on March 15, 2008. Click Here for PHOTOS OF THE EVENT  2008 Gravity Brawl Wrap Up
By Megan Parks - Photos by Tim Kemple and Dave Toth - On March 28 and 29, the 2008 Gravity Brawl had Isaac Newton turning in his grave. The season opener of the Mammut Bouldering Championships Pro Tour had 270+ participants who pushed the gravitational limits.  Jeff Lowe and OGDEN CLIMBING PARKS announce Cassar Jewelers ClimbFest - Ogden, Utah 2008
A Literary and Arts Festival where attendees can get up close and personal with climbers, authors and artists April 3-19. More than one hundred works of art and photographs will be displayed in a number of the restaurants and businesses located along Historic 25th Street and around the city of Ogden for two weeks before the festival.  2008 Red Rock Rendezvous
Photos by John Evans — This is not your typical climbing festival. Over 500 people participated in the climbing clinics taught by guides and some of the worlds best climbers. Over 1000 people attended the festival with folks traveling from across the country and around the world. Presented by Mountain Gear and sponsored by The North Face, the festival returned to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area near Las Vegas on March 28-30 to benefit The Access Fund and other local and national non-profit organizations.  Horse Pens 40 - SLOPERFEST 2008
Saturday, March 1, the Schultz family will be hosting the Southern SloperFest Bouldering Competition and Music Festival charity event at Horse Pens 40, in Steele, Alabama – benefiting the Southeastern Climbers Coalition, Chandler Mountain Volunteer Fire & Rescue, and Birmingham’s Children’s Hospital.  Spray Trailer and Tour Schedule
Spray from BS Productions, attempts to capture the true spirit of climbing, to explore the treasures of California’s northern coastline. Follow Joe Kinder and Chris Lindner on their most recent journey through the delicate beaches of Arcata, the stunning limestone of the Trinity Aretes, the historical shores of Mickey’s Beach, and the alpine stone of Donner Summit.  Welcome to The Gun Show
By Megan Parks - A Round Up of the Spot Gym’s Bouldering (and Paintball Comp), January 19, 2008 - Born and raised in Alabama, I’m all too familiar with gun shows. I’ve never actually attended one, but I have been caught in the crossfire ...  The Spot Bouldering Series Season 3, Event 2
A good comp like this one, with no finals and no prizes (only giveaways and raffles), is a great time: there's no pressure; your only prerogative is to climb new routes until pumpitude grounds you, hang out, and then enjoy the provided food and booze. VIEW THE EVENT GALLERY  2007 All Access Tour
From Hueco Tanks to the Trango Towers. A Multimedia Presentation and Access Fund Membeship Drive, October 25-December 10, presented by Micah Dash and Matt Segal  Squamish Mountain Festival Recap
What an event!!! Everything aligned for the 2nd annual Squamish Mountain Festival. We couldn't have asked for better weather, bluebird and nary a cloud. Our speakers and films were unique and both inspiring and entertaining to the participants who came from near and far to enjoy the Squamish Climbing vibe. Thanks so much to all who made this such a great event. Click here to view a photo gallery from the 2008 Squamish Mountain Festival |
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