The Mazama mission is to inspire everyone to love and protect the mountains.

The Climbing Committee supports this mission directly by encouraging volunteer participation in official Mazama climbing activities, reducing risk through a culture of learning, and cultivating fellowship through welcoming and inclusive climbing experiences.

Climbing Outreach activities:

  • provide volunteer, mentoring, and learning opportunities to climb leaders, participants at all stages in our leader development program, and graduates of our various educational programs
  • create opportunities to build positive and inclusive climbing experiences for Mazama members
  • share the joy of climbing with the extended community, inspiring more people to love and protect the mountains

Activity Notes

Join the AR Committee for a fun morning of outdoor climbing at Ozone Crag, located about 30 minutes from Portland. We'll have top ropes set up on a variety of routes, giving everyone the opportunity to climb, challenge themselves, and experience different styles of movement on the rock.

This event is open to climbers who are either:

  • BCEP graduates (or higher badge level), or
  • Hold a current belay card from a local climbing gym

The AR Committee will handle rope setup and anchor management, so you can focus on climbing and having fun. Whether you're looking to build confidence outdoors, refine your technique, or simply enjoy a morning on the rock with fellow climbers, this is a great opportunity to learn and connect.

Have questions about climbing technique, movement, gear, anchor systems, or outdoor climbing in general? Bring them! Our AR Committee members are happy to share their knowledge and help you continue developing your skills.

When: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM<br> Where: Ozone Climbing Crag (it shows up in google maps, approximately 30-minute drive from Portland)<br> Where to meet: We will meet in the Parking lot which is the shoulder off Hwy 14 in Washington. 

What to Bring

  • Harness
  • Belay device (GriGri recommended)
  • Helmet
  • Climbing shoes
  • Chalk (if you use it)
  • Snacks and water
  • Plenty of stoke!

Come ready to climb, learn, and enjoy a great morning outside with the climbing community.

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