Groups and Clubs, Climbing

Since 1991, the Access Fund has been the only national advocacy organization that keeps climbing areas open and conserves the climbing environment. The Access Fund supports and represents over 1.6 million climbers nationwide in ALL forms of climbing; Rock Climbing, Ice Climbing, Mountaineering, and Bouldering. Five core programs support the mission on national and local levels: public policy, stewardship & conservation (including grants), grassroots activism, climber education, and land acquisition.

"America's Largest Rock Gym"

"The Mazamas, founded in 1894 on the summit of Mt. Hood, is a non-profit mountaineering organization located in Portland Oregon. We offer about 500 hikes and 300 climbs annually. Activities, offered for every skill and fitness level, are open to both members and non-members. To join Mazamas, you need to have climbed to the summit of a glaciated mountain peak."

Mazamas members get a discount on certain products in the shop.