About this Event
Join Brown Girls Climb, Arc'teryx and Willard Mountain Guides at Red Rocks Conservation Area for top-rope climbing on Sunday, October 14, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM!
This day of climbing is open to Women and Non-Binary Folks of the Global Majority climbers of all ability levels who want to learn about the sport and network in an inclusive setting. Knowledge of top rope belaying and tying in using a figure-8 follow through knot is recommended. We will work on skills to help enhance your climbing and technical education, while creating a supportive space and building a strong community. 🧗🏾♀️⭐
Event Details
- BGC meet-ups and events are women-centered spaces open to women and non-binary folks of the global majority. The space will be facilitated by women of color and park staff.
- Suggested minimum age: All minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
- We encourage you to coordinate transportation with other attendees.
Meeting Location: Red Rocks Conservation Area Trailhead
Entrance/Parking: We will meet at the Red Rocks Trailhead. The trailhead is small and parking is limited along the road. Carpooling is highly encouraged.
Participant Confirmation and Waitlist: After completing Eventbrite registration, you will receive an email with either details of the event or a waitlist notification. BGC will send out an email with additional event details and to confirm your attendance.
If your availability changes, we urge you to cancel your Eventbrite registration as soon as possible to accommodate people from our waitlist. We provide our clinics free of charge and have very limited capacity. We want to ensure we can continue supporting the community with quality, free/low-cost technical education.
Gear: Bring climbing shoes, harness, and helmet if you have them! If you don't, Willard Mountain Guides can provide climbing gear. Please confirm your gear needs by clicking on the Gear Needs form provided in the Eventbrite confirmation message.
Suggested Packing List
- Closed toed shoes
- Comfortable clothing for outdoor activities
- Extra layers for the elements
- Water, snacks, and lunch
- Sunscreen
- Backpack
- Personal climbing gear: helmet, climbing shoes, harness, chalk and chalk bag, and any anchor building material that you may have. Personal equipment not required. If you do bring personal gear, make sure it is clearly marked.
Things to Sign
- BGC Waiver
About Brown Girls Climb
Brown Girls Climb (BGC) is a national non-profit which strives to facilitate mentorship, provide access, uplift leadership, and celebrate representation in the outdoors and climbing for People of the Global Majority*. Visit our about us page to learn more.
BGC Membership
Not a Brown Girls Climb member yet? Sign up today to learn more about BGC, what we do, and to access discounts and opportunities available to our community! Feel free to bring questions to the meet-up.
BGC memberships options:
- Entry Level (Free!)
- Premium Monthly Level ($5/month)
- Premium Annual Level ($50/year)
To learn more visit the BGC Membership webpage.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Red Rocks Conservation Area, 44B Forest Lane, Gloucester, United States
USD 0.00
