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Climbing During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Climbing During the Coronavirus Pandemic

A message from the Access Fund:

We all must do our part to protect public health and prevent the spread of COVID-19. All indications are that we are in this for the long haul. While we're still safer at home, we've pulled together some tips to follow if you do plan to go out and climb. And while you're getting that gear dusted off, check out and sign The Climber's Pact. More than ever, it's the way to show up as we navigate this pandemic.

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Action Needed: Thumb Open Space For Estes Park

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Action Needed: Thumb Open Space For Estes Park

On Tuesday, April 28th the Town Board of Trustees will cast a final vote to accept the GOCO funds and move forward with the transaction to acquire the Thumb Open Space. This is our last chance to weigh in and remind the Board of Trustees that we appreciate their support for the Thumb Open Space.

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The Climbing Advocate & The Power of Nature In The Time of COVID-19

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The Climbing Advocate & The Power of Nature In The Time of COVID-19

With restaurants, bars, ski resorts, and climbing gyms closing down to slow the transmission of COVID-19, we’re reminded of the incredible value of our own local open spaces and parks. The impact of this pandemic will inevitably increase anxieties and continue to separate us from each other, but nature can help sustain us—physically and mentally—in these difficult times.

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Act Now: Tonto National Forest Plan Fails Climbers

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Act Now: Tonto National Forest Plan Fails Climbers

This draft plan is far off the mark and sets a dangerous national precedent for the 30% of climbing areas in this country that are on U.S. Forest Service lands. We need climbers to speak up.