Upcoming Events
Battle Rock - Vertical Horizons
Stop by and say hi to the ARCC tabling at this indoor competition being put on at Vertical Horizons. Learn more about our mission, what we do, ways you can get involved, and ask us some questions in person!
Gym to Crag
This will be an hour long class covering the basics of getting outdoors for climbing in Arkansas. The goal is to help transition from indoor climbing to outdoor climbing environments. Topics include seasons, AR climbing areas, camping, crag etiquette, ethics, tips, and more. Get ready to learn!
The Gym to Crag is a free class from the Arkansas Climbers Coalition. A gym membership or purchase of a day pass is required to attend.
Volunteer Trail Day at Lincoln Lake
The ARCC is partnering with the American Alpine Club to put on a local crag stewardship day. This event will be focused on trail work and base site improvements at Lincoln Lake. More details are coming soon.
Ozark Ramble II
Stay tuned for our next annual stewardship event!
Trail work, rebolting, and dinner provided by the ARCC.
April Pulls Day
Stop by and say hi to the ARCC tabling at this indoor competition being put on at Ozark Climbing Gym. Learn more about our mission, what we do, ways you can get involved, and ask us some questions in person!
Gym to Crag
This will be an hour long class covering the basics of getting outdoors for climbing in Arkansas. The goal is to help transition from indoor climbing to outdoor climbing environments. Topics include seasons, AR climbing areas, camping, crag etiquette, ethics, tips, and more. Get ready to learn!
The Gym to Crag is a free class from the Arkansas Climbers Coalition. A gym membership or purchase of a day pass is required to attend.
Rock Madness - Community Rope Comp
Stop by and say hi to the ARCC tabling at this indoor competition being put on at the Little Rock Climbing Center. Learn more about our mission, what we do, ways you can get involved, and ask us some questions in person!
Arkansas Climbers Festival
3rd Annual Arkansas Climbers Festival at Horseshoe Canyon Ranch
Visit the festival page for more information: Click Here!
Gym to Crag
This will be an hour long class covering the basics of getting outdoors for climbing in Arkansas. The goal is to help transition from indoor climbing to outdoor climbing environments. Topics include seasons, AR climbing areas, camping, crag etiquette, ethics, tips, and more. Get ready to learn!
The Gym to Crag is a free class from the Arkansas Climbers Coalition. A gym membership or purchase of a day pass is required to attend.
Ozark Ramble
The Arkansas Climbers Coalition is hosting a rebolting and trail day at Invasion and the Cowell region and on Saturday, December 2, 2023! I'm reaching out to everyone on our rebolting list to see if you're available to help with the volunteer day. We're looking for experienced developers/rebolters to help with our efforts. If you know of someone that might be interested in helping please send them my way.
The plan is to update aging (non-stainless) hardware with stainless steel bolts. Ideally, we'll go hole-for-hole on most routes. If we have enough experienced volunteers/rebolting teams, the plan is to expand our efforts to nearby crags: Hudson Mtn, The Garden, and Land of the Little People. The ARCC is currently compiling our rebolting list, so if you've been in those areas and noticed any routes that need attention, please let us know.
For trail work, we will focus our efforts on more trail work around Invasion, the trail to Fred's Cave, and possibly Fountain Red. We will also be installing permanent posts for our 2 wag bag stations in the region.
Meet at Invasion parking lot at 8am, Saturday, 12/2 for a safety briefing and the day's work plan. Dinner, likely burgers and hot dogs/brats, will be provided by the ARCC on Saturday night, plus some beverages from Fossil Cove.
If you are able to attend, please fill out this form so we can start organizing teams:
Climbing Advocacy Conference
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Access Fund's Climbing Advocacy Conference is the leading climbing advocacy and conservation gathering in the U.S. Join us on November 10 and 11 in Arkansas for panels and presentations on best practices for protecting your backyard crag. This state has scored many recent advocacy wins, features incredible cliffs and boulders, and comes with warm hospitality from the local community. It’s the perfect location for advocates to rally and sharpen their conservation skills.
Meet with local climbing organizations, nonprofits, land managers, landowners, climbing gyms, land trusts, and more to get to know the climbing community and learn about conserving our beloved crags. Register now and add Arkansas to your fall sending calendar.
For more info and the agenda, visit accessfund.org/conference.
This event is planned in partnership with the Arkansas Climbers Coalition and made possible by the sponsorship of Black Diamond, Visit Bentonville, and The North Face.
For organizations sending 3+ representatives, please reach out to conference@accessfund.org for a discount.
Climb Conway Movie Night
Open to Climb Conway Members and ARCC Members + Guests.
Light refreshments provided - snacks and beverages.
Rattlesnake Ridge Meetup
Come out to Rattlesnake Ridge for an afternoon in the sun.
Meet up with local climbers and Central Arkansas representatives from the Arkansas Climbers Coalition.
Light refreshments and snacks provided.
RSVP TO THE EVENT BELOW (this helps us estimate the amount of food/drink needed)
Fitzgerald Development Day
Calling all developers (Past, Present, Future). Come out and help us chain anchors, shovel back top soil off anchor clips, cut and trim trees and branches in the LZ of routes, prep final walls for bolting.
Bring your climbing and developing kits (pruners, shovels, spades, silky saws…etc)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fitzgerald-development-day-tickets-630736749597
DRock Trail Day
Come join us alongside the Arkansas Natural Heritage Commission (ANHC) in cleaning up trash and debris from DRock this weekend.
Access Fund Trail Day - Northwest Arkansas
Visit: Access Fund Eventbrite Page
Limit: 15 Volunteers
Access Fund Trail Day - Northwest Arkansas
Visit: Access Fund Eventbrite Page
Limit: 15 Volunteers
Arkansas Climbers Festival
Bringing together our community to learn new skills in many different areas of rock climbing!
Rattlesnake Meet Up!
Rattlesnake Ridge Meet and Greet! March 18th, 10am to 3pm! Come enjoy a few climbs and some refreshments with other Central Arkansas climbers!
Little Rock Climbing gym Movie Night
The March movie night for Central Arkansas will be at the Little Rock Climbing Center, Thursday March 2nd, from 8:00-10:00pm
The movie is Red River Ruckus, a documentary that takes place in Red River Gorge and features Andrew Gering, Keith Pelphs, George Brodie, Larry Kline, Miguel Ventura, Dario Ventura, Rodney Tucker and others. It was directed by Spencer Victory in 2005 and produced by Victory Productions.
This event is open for ARCC and LRCC members and refreshments and light snacks will be provided!
Social Climb & Bike
A day of meeting other like-minded adventure enthusiasts! This is a social meet-up event for anyone interested in climbing and mountain biking.
Movie Night
Spend a night with food and drinks watching a climbing film to keep that psych up for winter!
Every person attending gets 1 raffle ticket for prizes with the chance to purchase more. Proof of a day pass or membership will receive an additional 2 raffle tickets.
7 - 8PM: Climb, hang out, eat, drink, and mingle around.
8 - 9PM: Climbing Short Films
9PM: Raffle
Sam’s Throne Region Re-Bolt / Trail Work Day
Come out for our annual fall rebolt and trail day! Fellowship and Hard work (but fun), along with dinner being provided afterwards.
This Year we will be back in the Sam’s Throne region replacing old bolts and maintaining the trail systems!
Pint Night #3
Pint Night is back!! Join Pack Rat in celebrating Arkansas Climbers Coalition! They’ll have tasty local beverages and dinner, live music, and some pretty amazing giveaways.
Benefitting: Arkansas Climbers Coalition
Beverages: Fossil Cove Brewing Co., Crisis Brewing Co.
Hors d'oeuvres: Farrell's Lounge, Bar, & Grill
These tickets sell out, so grab them at Pack Rat at the link below!
Social Climb & Bike
A day of meeting other like-minded adventure enthusiasts! This is a social meet-up event for anyone interested in climbing and mountain biking.
Intro to Bouldering Outside
Been bouldering at a gym for awhile and itching to get outside? Come out to this event where seasoned boulderers will teach you what to do outside. What you can learn is how to spot and place a pad properly to reduce the risk of injury. What you need to bring when going outside and how to be mindful of other boulderers. Enjoy some refreshments/foods and enter into a raffle giveaway!
Intro to Bouldering Outside
Been bouldering at a gym for awhile and itching to get outside? Come out to this event where seasoned boulderers will teach you what to do outside. What you can learn is how to spot and place a pad properly to reduce the risk of injury. What you need to bring when going outside and how to be mindful of other boulderers. Enjoy some refreshments/foods and enter into a raffle giveaway!
Reel Rock 16 at Elevate Sport Gym
Elevate Sports is excited to host a free movie night showing the latest Reel Rock 16 climbing documentary. The movie will include 4 short films by projector in the newly renovated Party Room! Bring some folding chairs, your own drinks, friends, and family for a night of fun.
To help us plan, please RSVP on Facebook or at the Eventbrite link.
Also, Chad is still searching for the next owner of Elevate. But in the meantime he is continuing to promote health, fitness, and community. Call or message Chad if anyone is interested in purchasing this amazing business!
Springfield Climbers Meetup
Springfield area Climbers meetup at Tie and Timber Beer Co!
Come hang out with fellow area climbers, drink a few beers, and win some prizes!
Meet at Tie and Timber Beer Co at 6:00pm
Rattlesnake Ridge Meet & Greet
A community climbing event open to all levels of climbers! Come socialize and meet other climbers and try out some of the new routes at Rattlesnake Ridge Natural Area. After climbing, head up to The Nature Conservancy's Rattlesnake Ridge House above the parking area for refreshments and grub!
Thank you to The Nature Conservancy in Arkansas for allowing us to use the house, and Lost 40 Brewery for providing drinks!
Fitzgerald Crag Day
Join the Conservation Team and Arkansas Climbers Coalition for an Adopt a Crag at Fitzgerald Mountain!
The team will work on sustainable trail access.
1 PM: Meet at the main parking lot at Fitzgerald.
1 PM - 5 PM: Get to cleaning and building the trail.
5 PM: Meet at Fossil Cove for some ice cold beers
For all Adopt a Crag events, please keep in mind the following:
Wear closed toed shoes. Long sleeves and pants are recommended.
Bring water, snacks, and extra layers for the elements.
Be prepared to be challenged, work hard, and gain sending karma points!
Although we'll be outside, if you are feeling ill or have had any recent exposure to Covid please reconsider and stay home to rest up!
If you have any questions, please contact stewardship@accessfund.org or arkansasclimbers.org
All volunteers must complete the Access Fund waiver prior to volunteering
Arkansas Climbers Festival
This event has ended. See you next year at the climber’s festival!!
Invasion Trail Day
Join the Conservation Team and ARCC for an Adopt a Crag at Invasion Wall!
The team will work on addressing erosion for sustainable staging areas at the bass of the cliff.
Meet at 9 AM at the parking lot.
For all Adopt a Crag events, please keep in mind the following:
Wear closed toed shoes. Long sleeves and pants are recommended.
Bring water, snacks, and extra layers for the elements.
Be prepared to be challenged, work hard, and gain sending karma points!
Although we'll be outside, if you are feeling ill or have had any recent exposure to Covid please reconsider and stay home to rest up!
If you have any questions, please contact stewardship@accessfund.org or arkansasclimbers.org
All volunteers must complete the Access Fund waiver prior to volunteering.