Project Summary: Community Crag Clean-Up + Picnic

Overview:
The Community Crag Clean-Up + Picnic was a gym-wide event designed to give back to our outdoor climbing areas while celebrating community with a fun picnic. Together, members and staff volunteered their time to clean crags and raise awareness about caring for the environment.

Event Details:

  • Date: July 13th, 2024

  • Time: 9 AM - 12 PM

  • Location: Pirates Cove

Participation:

  • Open to all members and non-members who wanted to contribute to the community and the environment.

  • Attendees were encouraged to bring friends and family to join in the effort.

  • Limited reusable bags, trash pickers, and gloves were provided, but volunteers were encouraged to bring whatever they needed to help with the clean-up.

Activities:

  • Community clean-up to collect trash and debris from the crag.

  • Picnic gathering with refreshments and socializing after the clean-up.

Expected Outcomes:

  • Enhanced community engagement and a shared commitment to caring for our outdoor spaces.

  • Increased awareness of environmental stewardship among participants.

  • Strengthened relationships within the climbing community while enjoying a day outdoors.

Marketing Channels:

  • Email announcements to all members and community contacts.

  • Social media posts and stories to promote the event and highlight the importance of outdoor conservation.

  • Flyers posted in gyms to create awareness and encourage participation.

  • Each participant received a free pass to any Sender One location as a token of appreciation for their contribution.