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.
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Climbing at Joshua Tree National Park. Ancestral lands of the Serrano and Western Shoshone. © Chris Burkard
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
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
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
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?
© Andrew Burr