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What We Do

From buying threatened climbing areas, to protecting public lands, to building sustainable crags, Access Fund works to protect climbing landscapes and ensure sustainable access for generations to come.

[PHOTO CREDIT] Climbing at Joshua Tree National Park. Ancestral lands of the Serrano and Western Shoshone. © Chris Burkard

 
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 Our Vision

For climbers of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to share in the joys of climbing and get inspired to protect and care for the places we climb.

 
 

Protect & Conserve the Land

Whether we're seeking adventure at a backyard boulder or a towering cliff in America's vast wilderness, climbers love the land and all of the natural wonders that make it unique. Access Fund works to protect and conserve all the beautiful places that make the climbing experience so special.

- Advocating for public lands

- Buying threatened climbing areas

- Building sustainable trails and climbing areas

[PHOTO CREDIT] © Matt Perkins

 

Fight for Sustainable Access

Sustainable access to climbing is good for health and wellness, rural economies, and the environment—connecting more people to nature and inspiring them to protect the lands they love. But it's something we have to work hard for.

- Negotiating with lawmakers around the country

- Partnering with Tribal governments and landowners

- Supporting sustainable climbing management

[PHOTO CREDIT] © Abbi Hearne

 

Build a Community of Inspired Advocates

A powerful movement of climbing advocacy is gaining momentum, and it's driven by people just like you. Every day, climbers across the country are taking action to protect the lands and outdoor experiences we love. Access Fund helps to:

- Amplify your voice to lawmakers

- Provide grants for conservation projects

- Connect you with volunteer opportunities

- Help you minimize your environmental impact

[PHOTO CREDIT] © Irene Yee

Our Capabilities

Access Fund represents the collective voices and interest of American climbers by drawing on hundreds of years of combined experience in:

 
 

Public Lands Policy & Advocacy

 

Stewardship & Conservation

 

Land Acquisition & Protection

 

Grassroots Organizing & Advocacy

 

Climber Education

 

Risk Management & Landowner Support

 
 

Join the climbing advocacy movement

Every day, climbers across the country are taking action to protect the lands and outdoor experiences they love.

The only question is, where will you plug in?

[PHOTO CREDIT] © Andrew Burr