For more information about this closure, read our announcement here.
The Southwestern Pennsylvania Climbers Coalition (SWPACC) exists to promote the responsible development of climbing and bouldering in southwestern Pennsylvania, to disseminate information about development and conservation of the resource, and to gain and preserve access.
You make your Local Climbing Organization better.
Become a joint member through the Access Fund to show your dedication and stay connected to our work!
One-time and recurring donations support ongoing maintenance, operation costs, and ensure that we have the resources to pursue and secure access to our climbing areas for the foreseeable future.
There are many ways to volunteer your time, energy, and expertise to serve SWPACC’s mission, including serving on the board, joining a committee, and showing up at events and workdays.
SWPACC’s newsletter intends to inform and organize our community. Social media is great for getting the word out, but the newsletter should be your gold standard for important information.
Members of both Access Fund and the American Alpine Club are in Washington, D.C. this week, meeting with legislators to advocate for the passing of the Protect America’s Rock Climbing Act (PARC Act). If passed, Read more…
Last week, SWPACC wrapped up voting for its annual board elections. Six seats on the board were available with eight candidates stepping up to serve. All joint members of SWPACC and Access Fund were eligible Read more…
2023 Access Fund Climbing Advocacy Conference Nov. 10-11, 2023 The Record, Bentonville, Arkansas Last week, Ginette Walker Vinski (SWPACC Board President) and Caleb Hills (newly elected SWPACC board member and Access+Stewardship committee co-chair) joined with Read more…