Meet Your 2026 Field Teams
We’re excited to introduce our 2026 field teams: a dedicated group of trailbuilders, conservation specialists, and on-the-ground educators working across the country to protect the places we love to climb.
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Take Our 2026 Climber Survey
The climbing community is growing and changing, and we want to represent your interests. Share your opinions today and we’ll enter you to win a insert prize
UPDATE: Court Rules Against Protecting Oak Flat
Access Fund Announces 2025 Climbing Advocate Awardees
These awards are our chance—as a climbing advocacy movement—to honor some of the individuals and organizations who stand out for their exceptional commitment to building communities, stewarding climbing areas, and fighting for sustainable and equal access for all.
Top 10 Climbing Advocacy Victories of 2025
From launching a new location of Climber Stewards to thousands of feet of sustainable trails constructed, join us in celebrating another incredible year of American climbing advocacy.
The Middle Man
Access Fund helps land managers develop Climbing Management Plans to secure the future of America’s favorite crags.
BREAKING: Protecting Climbing Transcends Political Lines During Congressional Hearing
Access Fund Expands Climber Steward Program to Washington
2026 Member T-Shirt Artist Spotlight: Lizzie Wenger
Access Fund Seeks to Renew Elite Land Trust Accreditation
Access Fund is pleased to announce that it is seeking renewal of its national land trust accreditation. Access Fund was first awarded the distinctive seal of the Land Trust Accreditation Commission in 2015, confirming that it met a rigorous standard of excellence for land conservation.
Nominate an Outstanding Climbing Advocate
When you think “climbing advocacy,” who comes to mind? You might think of someone who volunteers for every trail day or bolt replacement event, a policy powerhouse, or a champion for justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in climbing.
