Elam and Natalie  As climber stewards, Elam and Natalie host events like climber coffees, micro-trash cleanups, and educational info. for responsible climber stewardship. New River Gorge Climber Coffee (begins Memorial Day weekend):
 Elam: 1) Born and raised in Seattle, I started climbing almost 15 years ago on the beautiful granite of Index, WA and Squamish, BC. After moving out to Connecticut for college I climbed all over the Northeast and all the way down to Chattanooga, taking almost every break from school as an opportunity to travel and climb. During this time I honed my love from scary gear lines, heinous off-width, and unprotected friction slab. After coming to the New for the first time in 2020 I immediately fell in love, finding opportunities wherever I could to come back and climb. I have a pretty varied background ranging from outdoor education, to farming, to theater and event production. This variety of work has involved a lot of teaching and education in different fields, which has given me great opportunities to develop and practice a variety of different teaching styles and skills. Much of this work has involved connecting people to the environment, either through creating access for them or through environmental education. 2) I was really excited to see the Climber Steward role posted for the New this year because it combines a lot of things I love and am passionate about. Besides the obvious perk of getting to spend the whole season in one of my favorite crags, this role also promised the chance to get to meet and make a lot of great community, to help connect people with an environment I love, and break into the world of climbing stewardship and education work. 3) I am super stoked on educating folks about the breadth and length of human history in the New and thinking about the ways that people have and continue to interact with the human and non-human communities within the region. 4) I think I would have to go with Biohazard as my favorite climb at the New. That first double crack section is super fun and engaging and then the roof is really a great punctuation to the climb (though the last time I got on it it was covered in bird poop that likely presented a literal biohazard and made it grippingly slick). 5) My favorite crag snack is a hard choice between some sour gummy candy and a good sandwich, preferably something fresh like a caprese.  Natalie:
1) I grew up outside of Philly, but didn't start climbing until I moved to Chicago for my freshman year of college. After a year of gym climbing, I transferred schools and ended up in Connecticut, where I started climbing outside at New England crags like Rumney and Ragged Mountain. I fell in love with outdoor climbing and met Elam, who introduced me to trad climbing. After graduating college, we built out our van and headed out to Washington state, stopping in the New for my first time along the way. While I loved climbing out West at Index and Squamish, I always looked forward to our cross-country trips when we would get a chance to stop in the New. My passion for building community and my background in education, farming, and visual arts, have helped me feel right at home in the New. Like Elam, most of my work has revolved around education--from teaching practical classes on farming, to academic philosophy courses, to horseback riding lessons whenever back home in PA. 2) The Climber Steward Program has in many ways the perfect combination of priorities for me: education, stewardship, outdoor recreation, and community. I always wanted to be able to spend more time in the New after the small introductions to the community and the climbing that I got every time I'd previously visited, and I am so grateful to have gotten this chance to. After a month in this role so far, I can pretty confidently say it's the best job I've ever had and one of my favorite places I've ever lived. 3) I love educating climbers about the local flora and fauna at the New and the impacts climbing has on it. I really enjoy helping people identify a really cool snake or bug that they encountered or teaching people about how food scraps left at the base of the crag threaten Allegheny woodrat populations and watching them connect the dots between their presence in a place and its impacts on the other inhabitants there. 4) My favorite climb at the New literally changes week-to-week with whatever I'm stoked on at the moment (right now I'm stoked on finger cracks after having a blast on Burning Calves). Come find me at Climber Coffee and ask me what I'm stoked on that week! 5) Definitely a gluten free Yumbel cookie.
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July 3, 2024 Contact: Mitch Lehman Office of Economic Development and Outdoor Recreation, City of Beckley, West Virginia Email: [email protected] Beckley Celebrates Completion of the Outdoors Economic Action Plan and Adoption of Basecamp Beckley Brand Beckley, WV—The City of Beckley proudly announces the completion of the Beckley Outdoors Economic Action Plan, an ambitious initiative designed to position Beckley as a premier destination for outdoor recreation. Central to this vision is bringing new outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking, biking, waterfall viewing, and more into the City to bolster community vibrancy, well-being, and business activity. The new Basecamp Beckley brand, helps position the city as the basecamp for adventurers exploring the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve and other attractions within southern WV. Beckley Outdoors Economic Action Plan The Beckley Outdoors Economic Action Plan is a comprehensive roadmap for leveraging the city’s natural assets to create a thriving outdoor recreation economy. Key objectives include: ● Infrastructure Development: Enhancing trails, parks, and recreational facilities to meet the needs of outdoor enthusiasts. ● Community Engagement: Fostering a culture of outdoor activity through local events, programs, and partnerships. ● Economic Growth: Stimulating local businesses and attracting new enterprises related to outdoor recreation. ● Sustainability: Promoting sustainable practices that protect and preserve the natural environment. The action plan was developed through extensive collaboration with community members, local businesses, and stakeholders and guidance from national resources such as the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable’s Rural Economies Toolkit and the Destination By Design firm. “The $1.1 trillion outdoor recreation economy sits at the core of resilient rural economies, healthy communities, and vibrant main streets,” said Chris Perkins, Vice President of Programs at Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR). “In our years of research, few communities have stood out like Beckley, West Virginia for its vision and fearless local leadership to integrate outdoor recreation at the core of the community’s future—we consistently highlight Beckley’s approach to other communities across the country. That’s why we’re so excited to see this plan come to life with the support of the Beckley City Council. ORR and our members stand ready to support the implementation of the Beckley Outdoors Economic Action Plan and applaud the dedicated leaders who collaborated to reach this point.” It represents a shared vision for Beckley's future, rooted in the belief that outdoor recreation can be a powerful driver of economic and community revitalization. Local entrepreneur Jeff Webb recently started a new bike shop to take advantage of what the Beckley Outdoors initiative will bring to the City. “Trails Edge Cycles was born from the inspiration of the Beckley Outdoors initiative and to bring a top-notch bike shop to the Beckley community” ~ Jeff Webb, owner of Trails Edge Cycles New Brand and Strategic Vision Basecamp Beckley is more than just a brand; it represents Beckley's commitment to harnessing its natural beauty and vibrant community spirit as the hub in Southern WV. The new brand aims to highlight Beckley’s unique position as the ideal location to book lodging and a starting point for exploring the nearby New River Gorge National Park and Preserve and other destinations such as Winterplace, State Parks, Hatfield and McCoy Trails, and more. “We are thrilled to utilize Basecamp Beckley and Beckley Outdoors as part of our comprehensive strategy to boost local tourism and economic growth,” said Chamber of Commerce President/CEO, Michelle Rotellini. “This initiative will serve as a beacon, drawing residents, new businesses, and visitors to our city and making Beckley the hub for all adventures.” The IMBA New River Gorge Ride Center Initiative Beckley Outdoors is excited about its inclusion in the New River Gorge Ride Center Initiative. The initiative, a USDA Rural Partners Network Signature Project facilitated by the WVU Smith Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative, will develop a world-class network of mountain biking trails and facilities that cater to all skill levels and make Beckley a top destination for outdoor enthusiasts. It complements the New River Gorge's scenic beauty, history, climbing, and whitewater by offering an unmatched outdoor experience that is a new draw to the region. “By assisting in developing the New River Gorge Ride Center, we aim to provide a premier biking experience that will attract new residents, visitors, students, and others from across the nation and beyond,” said Mitch Lehman, Director of Outdoor Economic Development. “This is a key step in our broader strategy to elevate Beckley’s profile as a premier place to live, work, attend college, and play in an outdoor destination.” Get Involved We invite you to: ● Attend upcoming public events and presentations to learn more about the Beckley Outdoors Economic Action Plan. ● Follow the plan’s progress on social media and the Beckley Outdoors website at www.beckleyoutdoors.com. ● Provide feedback and get involved in the implementation efforts. ● Join the new Beckley Outdoor Community Organization to stay engaged and contribute to making Beckley a premier outdoor recreation destination. Beckley has completed the Beckley Outdoors Economic Action Plan, a strategic initiative to establish the city as a premier hub for outdoor recreation. This plan introduces new opportunities for hiking, biking, waterfall viewing, and more, enhancing community vibrancy, well-being, and economic activity. The new Basecamp Beckley brand underscores Beckley’s role as the starting point for adventurers seeking to live amongst and visit the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve and other attractions throughout southern West Virginia. For more information about the Beckley Outdoors Economic Action Plan, please visit www.beckleyoutdoors.com or contact Beckley City Hall.  Photo Credit: Jay Young, Iron Arch Photo [Fayetteville, WV] – The New River Alliance of Climbers (NRAC) proudly announces the 10th annual (Not) Work Week, a week-long stewardship event dedicated to preserving climbing areas in the New River Gorge region. This milestone event will take place from May 11th to May 18th at Summersville Lake, marking a decade of commitment to preserving and enhancing access to world-class climbing destinations.
(Not) Work Week has become a cherished tradition for local and visiting climbers, attracting volunteers from across state lines year after year to participate in vital trail work and restoration projects. This year, the event will once again bring together a dedicated team of at least 25 volunteers per day for eight days, demonstrating the power of community collaboration in the conservation of our outdoor spaces. Summersville Lake is renowned for its pristine waters and world-class climbing opportunities. However, with great beauty comes great responsibility, and NRAC recognizes the importance of maintaining the integrity of this cherished natural resource. By partnering with the Army Corps of Engineers, NRAC aims to ensure the long-term sustainability of climbing access at Summersville Lake for future generations to enjoy. This partnership continues to improve and enhance visitors' experience and appreciation for Summersville Lake. Volunteers participating in (Not) Work Week will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of trail maintenance activities, including erosion control, vegetation management, and infrastructure improvements. Through hands-on work, participants will gain a deeper appreciation for the delicate balance between recreation and preservation in our outdoor spaces. "Join us for the 10th Annual (Not) Work Week at Summersville Lake with the New River Alliance of Climbers," said Gene Kistler, Board Member of the New River Alliance of Climbers. “Together, we're preserving world-class climbing destinations and fostering community stewardship in the New River Gorge region." The New River Alliance of Climbers extends its sincere gratitude to all volunteers, partners, and sponsors who have contributed to the success of (Not) Work Week over the past decade. Together, we can continue to make a meaningful difference in protecting precious natural resources in the New River Gorge region. For more information about (Not) Work Week and how to get involved, please visit www.newriverclimbing.net/not-work-week-2024 or contact Gene Kistler at [email protected]. About the New River Alliance of Climbers: The New River Alliance of Climbers (NRAC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving climbing access and promoting responsible stewardship of the New River Gorge region in West Virginia. Since its founding, the NRAC has been at the forefront of conservation efforts, working tirelessly to protect and maintain the unique natural environment that makes the New River Gorge a world-class climbing destination.  Reel Rock 18 Premieres at The Outpost
May 4th 7:30-9:30PM 2024 Get Ready for an Adventure-Packed Evening with Reel Rock 18! Date: May 4th, 2024 Time: Happy Hour/Doors Open at 6:30 PM Movie: 7:30 PM –9:30PM Live Music with Dalchord (Fireside Jams): 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM Location: The Outpost, on the edge of the New River Gorge Address: 843 Fayette Station Rd, Fayetteville, WV 25840 Join us for an exhilarating journey through the world of climbing and outdoor adventure at The Outpost, nestled in the stunning New River Gorge National Park & Preserve! Doors open at 6:30pm Start the evening with happy hour, hanging with the NRG climbing community swapping beta and stories, and yummy treats from local food trucks. Then prepare to be captivated by Reel Rock 18's gripping films, showcasing the raw essence of climbing and the spirit of adventure. Featured Films:
Tickets: Available at the door, cash or VENMO, $15 All proceeds go to support the Diversity in Climbing Grant Gather your friends and immerse yourselves in the adrenaline-fueled world of climbing! Don't miss out on a night you won’t forget! See you there! Rob Turan, in Memoriam, Feb. 2024.
The climbers of the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve have long cherished a remarkable dialogue with the Park Service, fostered in part by the esteemed figure of legendary climber and Park Ranger, Rob Turan. Rob was a father, grandfather, rock climber, adventurer, and retired Park Ranger, and also an impassioned storyteller, sharing his love of the outdoors with anyone within earshot. Rob Turan was one of the first ever NPS Park Rangers I ever had the pleasure of befriending. Even before I moved to the New River Gorge, he would captivate me with stories about the history of climbing, Park Service, and the beauty of the gorge. When I did eventually move to West Virginia, we would chat occasionally about the boulders, the history, what I was climbing, he’d was always excited about his retired farm life in Arkansas, his training, his volunteer life, and more. While he remained committed to volunteering within the climbing community, he was equally devoted to caring for his rescue donkeys, adopted animals, and his giant-yet-playful pigs at his family farm. Rob's stories of the New River Gorge weren't just about climbing; they were about community and shared experiences. He would talk about belaying ‘Lynnie’ on her ascent of The Greatest Show on Earth. She onsighted the dihedral, he’d say, it was so cold, frigid, middle of February, Lynn was almost too cold to climb, so they all lent her jackets to warm up. He was so proud of her. Rob also toured Scott Franklin around the New River Gorge during his visit, at the time Franklin was one of the strongest climbers in the country. On one of Scott’s first days, Rob marched him down Short Creek and showed him Super Mario, which Rob had recently cleaned up and bolted. He graciously handed the First Ascent to Scott, knowing that Scott was about to climb some of the best untouched rock in the country and Rob wanted to share his treasured back yard crag with him. Rob believed in bridging the gap between climbers and the National Park Service, ensuring both thrived harmoniously. Climbing in the New River Gorge today, you may notice new, shiny anchor hardware on select routes. Today, NRAC employs a volunteer anchor replacement program with the guidance of the NPS that was spearheaded by Rob. His help and enthusiasm turned a great idea for climbing bolt replacement into a reality and it was one of the first partnerships like that in the country. The need for that type of work on public lands was just being realized and understood at the time and Rob knew how important it was. Kenny Parker emphasized that without Rob’s help, NRAC could not have gotten the anchor replacement program going at that time. Rob’s contributions to climbing goes beyond the New River Gorge. He wrote letters in support of keeping climbing open in Hawaii at the Mokuleia Crag, he helped keep Sunset Rock open in Chattanooga, he volunteered and taught numerous Search and Rescue clinics, he was integral in developing the NPS Climbing Management plan at the Obed Wild & Scenic River. As a Park Ranger who climbed, he was able to provide valuable input that shaped the future of climbing in the Obed and countless other crags. Mikey Williams fondly remembers Rob's adventurous spirit, highlighting his relentless exploration of sandstone boulders from Chattanooga to the New River Gorge. Rob's passion for exploration and dedication to climbing predated its current popularity, showcasing his pioneering spirit in the climbing world. In more recent times, Rob taught me that NPS Park Rangers are not just stewards of federal lands but allies to climbers and outdoor enthusiasts. His advocacy for climbing and love for public spaces will forever be remembered. Though he may be gone, his spirit lives on in the history of climbing in the New, amongst many other crags. Let us honor him by being inspired to continue his legacy of cherishing the outdoors, fostering inclusion, and sharing our passion for climbing with others. From climbers everywhere, thank you, Rob, for your tireless dedication to our communities.   We have exciting news!! 🤩
𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 Lake M𝗮𝗶𝗻 Climbing 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱! Yesterday, Governor Jim Justice (along with the world-famous Baby Dog) signed into law West Virginia's newest park, the 𝘚𝘶𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦 Lake 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘬! This designation is a huge win for climbers, as one of the top priorities of this new park is to provide and maintain free and permanent access to our world-class climbing such as the 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘶𝘮, 𝘓𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘞𝘢𝘭𝘭, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘖𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘖𝘴𝘸𝘢𝘭𝘥 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴. Access to these areas have always been through private property, we can all now rest assured that no future access issues will ever arise for these crags. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲! Effective immediately, there is a new expanded parking area and a shorter trail leading to our favorite crags. To access this, follow signs for climber parking out the back of the old parking area and onto the trail signed for Pirates Cove. NRAC will be working very closely with the West Virginia Department of Tourism and the Division of Natural Resources to come up with a management and development plan that ensures rock climbing access remains a top priority for West Virginia's newest state park. 𝗕𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆! 𝘗.𝘚.- 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘨𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘺𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘪𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘚𝘶𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘷𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘜𝘚 𝘈𝘳𝘮𝘺 𝘊𝘰𝘳𝘱𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘌𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘺, 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘭𝘶𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘸𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘰 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧. ▶️ 𝗕𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀!  We at NRAC are delighted to introduce to you our very first recipient of the annual 𝗗𝗿. 𝗣𝗮𝘂𝗹 𝗡𝗲𝗹𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽!
Say hello to 𝙼𝚊𝚛𝚒𝚜𝚜𝚊 𝙺𝚒𝚗𝚌𝚊𝚒𝚍! In her own words: "𝘐 𝘢𝘮 𝘴𝘰 𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘳. 𝘗𝘢𝘶𝘭 𝘕𝘦𝘭𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱. 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘐 𝘨𝘰𝘵 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘮𝘺 𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘸, 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘥 𝘮𝘺 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘙𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮 𝘢𝘵 𝘞𝘝𝘜 𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘴 𝘨𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘢𝘤𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘵𝘰𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘺𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘺 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘳. 𝘈𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴, 𝘐 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥𝘯'𝘵 𝘣𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘐 𝘢𝘮 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘻𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺!" The Dr. Paul Nelson Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a member of our community who is pursuing higher education and who exemplifies Paul's spirit of giving back to the community. Congratulations Marissa!  𝗡𝗥𝗔𝗖 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗱 𝘂𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗮𝘆𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗮 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗲!
The wheeled litter is basically a gurney with a mountain bike wheel that will allow the fire crew to easily extract injured or unconscious persons from remote and rugged areas. NRAC is committed to making our climbing areas safe and user-friendly and we could not achieve that without our amazing partners like the Fayetteville Fire Department. 𝙏𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙁𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙛𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨! Consider 𝘥𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 to our cause to help fund more projects just like this one!  ☀️ Summer is in full swing…and we have some updates for you! ☀️
We hope everyone has been having a rad summer so far, we wanted to drop in and let you what we have been up to! 𝙉𝙍𝘼𝘾 𝙞𝙨 𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 and after hearing reports of another recent accident on “Chunko Goes Bowling” (5.9+) at Summersville Lake, members of NRAC went out and assessed the route. Based on what we saw, the feedback we received, as well as discussion amongst the bolting committee and the NRAC Board, 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘢 𝘣𝘰𝘭𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘦 in an attempt to make the route safer for climbers! We also added a lower bolt on “Hippie Dreams” (5.7) and two bolts on “Souled Out” (5.9). NRAC is dedicated to making these popular routes safer for climbers. A huge 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗬𝗢𝗨 to our bolting committee/team for keeping us safe and well protected. 𝘞𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘬𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦 𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦? Consider donating to NRAC so we can have the materials on hand that we need to respond to issues like this! 𝙁𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙠 𝙞𝙣 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙗𝙞𝙤 𝙩𝙤 𝙙𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮! 📸: @alpineoat |
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