Join the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition (ETCC) for an Adopt a Crag at the Obed. This Adopt-a-Crag Trail Day is a community volunteer event made possible by through partnership with the ETCC, Access Fund, the National Park Service, Nature Conservancy, and local landowners.

Bring:

Sack lunch, snacks, water, long pants, closed-toed shoes, bug spray/sunscreen, climbing gear (there will be time for fun!), bowl/utensils for dinner (let’s reduce together).

The Plan:

• 10am Eastern (9am Central) — Arrive at the Lilly Pad for greetings and project selection. Please park at Clear Creek Lot: 124 Doc Howard Rd in Lancing, TN 37770.

• 10:30am — Leave Lilly Pad for projects.

• Afternoon — Wrap-up projects. Feel free to go climbing or exploring. (Lunch on your own.)

• 5pm — Return to Lilly Pad for free dinner (for volunteers) and some fun!

For all Adopt a Crag events, please keep the following in mind:

• Wear closed toed shoes. Long sleeves and pants are recommended.

• Bring water, snacks, and extra layers for the elements.

• Be prepared to be challenged, work hard, and gain sending karma points!

Questions? Email obedclimbers@gmail.com.

Please join Eastern Missouri Climbers Association on Saturday, September 12, 2026 for an Adopt a Crag! Volunteers will receive a free day pass they can use on a later date.

The purpose of this event is to better the local crags. There are times when debris collects in holds, trails erode, or new trails need to be built, promoting better crags improves climber experience, and it's a fun way to experience new areas with others!

Volunteers will focus on a few tasks:

• trail maintenance

• route cleaning

• boulder cleaning

• campground maintenance

Schedule:

• 11am meet near stairs

• 11:15am-2pm break out into groups for different tasks

• 2pm-til sunset free climbing for volunteers

• Campfire and BYOB drinks after

For all Adopt a Crag events, please keep in mind the following:

• Wear closed toed shoes. Long sleeves and pants are recommended.

• Bring water, snacks, and extra layers for the elements.

• Be prepared to be challenged, work hard, and gain sending karma points!

Please bring the following if you can:

• Helmet!

• Rakes

• Hoes

• Extra clothes to climb in if you prefer

If you have any questions, please contact nick.richards@emclimbers.com.

Join the Iowa Climbers Coalition for an Adopt a Crag at Pictured Rocks County Park. This is a great opportunity to help maintain and improve the trails at Wild Iowa, Comic Gallery, & Primal Wall ensuring that this beloved Iowa climbing area remains accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Volunteers will meet at the Pictured Rocks County Park pavilion to explain the work for the day, then split up and get work done!

For all Adopt a Crag events, please keep the following in mind:

• Wear closed toed shoes. Long sleeves and pants are recommended.

• Bring water, snacks, and extra layers for the elements.

• Be prepared to be challenged, work hard, and gain sending karma points!

Questions? Email iowaclimbers@gmail.com.

Join Mid Atlantic Climbers for an Adopt a Crag at Great Falls. Volunteers will be removing invasive species and vegetation northern area of the park. While relatively low angle from a climber’s perspective, the park has asked volunteers to rope up for this work. East Outdoors will be helping with the rope work! Remember to bring your harness!

The work area has heavy overgrowth and there are thorns and vines. There may be ticks, snakes, or other wildlife so please be prepared. Please wear heavy clothing such as jeans and closed toe shoes. Some plants may be difficult to remove; we will use tools such as hand saws and loppers. All tools will be provided.

For all Adopt a Crag events, please keep in mind the following:

• Wear closed toed shoes. Long sleeves and pants are recommended.

• Bring water, snacks, and extra layers for the elements.

• Be prepared to be challenged, work hard, and gain sending karma points!

If you have any questions, please email adoptacrag@midatlanticclimbers.org.