Just a few thoughts
Plenty of interesting news and articles in this World Cup gap week. Access Fund’s trail-building and education teams introduced. A new BLM rule that prioritizes conservation and recreation. Articles about how beneficial climbing can be for you. Convos and profiles of top athletes.
Industry professionals in North America are preparing to convene in Portland for this year’s CWA Summit. Want to know what’s happening that week? Check out our A-to-Z rundown of that full week. It’s not too late to decide to attend, or to sign up for one of the many valuable pre-conference workshops.
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Community & Culture
- 7 Advantages of Climbing Walls for Kids with Disabilities (Eldorado Climbing)
- Climbing as Therapy for a Therapist (Gabe McKenzie, Butora)
- Have You Tried This Climbing Grade Calculator? (Aaron Pardy, Gripped)
Crag Scene
- Meet Your 2024 Climbing Conservation Teams (Access Fund)
- Climber Stewards – Inspiring Responsible Climbing at Destination Crags (Access Fund)
- Businesses Across America Applaud Bureau of Land Management for Strong Public Lands Rule (OIA)
Comp Scene
- How To Watch the 2024 North American Cup Series Salt Lake City (USAC)
- Join USA Climbing’s New Youth Series Task Force (CBJ)
- New Olympic Uniforms Unveiled in Brooklyn (USAC)
Athlete Profiles
- Podcast: Ashima Shiraishi – Rediscovering passion in climbing (Careless Talk)
- Podcast: Eva Lopez on Women in Sports, Rivalries, and What Josune Means to Climbing History (Kris Hampton)
- Conversation With… Molly Thompson-Smith (IFSC)
- Video: Inside Natalia Grossman’s Qualification Round At Studio Bloc Masters (EpicTV)
For Gym Professionals
- Calling All Climbing Professionals – 2024 CWA Summit Week A to Z (CBJ)
- Your Guide to Evaluating & Buying a Gym (Gavin Heverly, Rise Above Consulting)
- Climb4WellBeing Workshop for Coaches (Daniel Middleton, BMC)
For Routesetters
- Apr 29 Webinar: Event Routesetting – Comps, Leagues, Holidays & More (Foxman McCarthy-James & Justin Wright)
- The Grip Showcase Is Coming to Portland (CBJ)
- Video: Niki & Jake Route setting in China – Shanghai (Beta Routesetting)
Training Tips
- Podcast: Udo Neumann on Movement, Learning, and How to Coach Climbing (Kris Hampton, The Power Company)
- Video: The Fastest and Best Way to Warm Up for Climbing (Lattice Training)
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