Greg Allen Memorial
We are honored to share these memorial words written by Greg Allen's closest friends and family. On May 11, 2021 the Southeastern climbing community lost a patriarch and mentor to many, Gregory L'heuroux Allen. Greg was a prominent southern climber, activist, mountain...
Woodcock Cove – The SCC’s Newest Crag
The Southeastern Climbers Coalition and The Access Fund are thrilled to announce the purchase and protection of a major new climbing area in eastern Tennessee. WOODCOCK COVENewly protected Woodcock Cove features a 75’ freestanding tower. Ancestral lands of...
Equitable Access Scholarship Review
One of our proudest achievements from this year's bouldering competitions was our Equitable Access Scholarship Program. Thanks to American Alpine Club - Atlanta Chapter, High Point Climbing, Lookout Mountain Conservancy, Gnarly Nutrition and Four Bridges Outfitters,...
Packing it out in the Dirty South
Do the royal squat. Drop a deuce. Make a deposit at the porcelain bank. Pinch a loaf. Squeeze the cheese. Unload some timber. However you want to say it, we all poop. If you have never stumbled upon a pile of poo or toilet paper flower at a climbing area, consider...
BYOB!
We are excited to announce our 9th annual BYOB fundraiser with some new twists! Like everyone, we have had to adjust to 2020. Instead of our usual one night extravaganza, we have extended BYOB to four days of events, clinics, and prizes! This year’s event will extend from October 29th – November 1st and we’ve got it packed with fun!
As you might be aware, BYOB is the SCC’s largest fundraising event. This year we’re raising the bar: our goal is to raise $20,000 to send our FINAL check to the Access Fund to pay off Denny Cove! So come join us in the fun while raising money to protect climbing areas we all know and love!
SCC Property Announcement, 5/1/2020
After much consideration among our board, staff, and Area Reps, we have decided to open some of our SCC-owned properties with limited access - however, this comes with a caution. Do not rush to the crags or boulders right now. We are all excited to be able to climb...
Sign Up for the Volunteer Peregrine Monitoring Program with SCC & TRGT
So you want to keep track of what's going on with the Peregrine nest at Castle Rock? Photo from U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Fill out this google form to stay in the loop, and hear about volunteer opportunities to monitor the Peregrines once Castle Rock re-opens...
Community Support Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Our community health is the foundation of our society. During this current global health pandemic, climbers are affected throughout Georgia, Tennessee and Alabama. While we take time away from climbing to stay home and help flatten the curve and prevent spreading the virus, there are many within our communities that are facing hardships.
SCC Current Actions Regarding COVID-19
The health and well-being of our members, volunteers, staff, and board are our top concern. SCC board & staff are working remotely and monitoring the situation regarding the COVID-19 Coronavirus. Our management plan is continually developing according to the evolving situation. We are working closely with land managers throughout the region to maintain up to date information.
Walden Ridge Bouldering Access Update – February, 2020
Updates from our Stewardship & Outreach Coordinator, Dana Passman, on her recent efforts to establish access to the W Road Boulders in the newly acquired Walden Ridge Nature Park. On an exceptionally steep hillside of Signal Mountain, near the eastern edge of the...