RUMNEY CRAGGIN' CLASSIC
September 6-8, 2024
Registration opens July 11, 2024.
The American Alpine Club is teaming up with Tenaya to bring the Rumney Craggin’ Classic back to New Hampshire this September 6-8, 2024!
This 3-day grassroots climbing festival brings climbers from all over New England to Rumney, one of the oldest premiere sport climbing destinations in the United States. Challenge yourself on the schist and get after some of the most iconic routes in New England.
Come spend time with your community, give back to our local crags, and learn new skills. We pride ourselves on the fact that the Craggin’s are a party with a heart, so these walls are also hosting climbing clinics taught by professional athletes and skilled certified climbing instructors and a chance to make the Earth a little better with a stewardship project hosted in partnership with The Rumney Climbers’ Association.
Of course, it wouldn’t be the epic celebration that it is today without our Vendor Village, local craft beer and food, gear giveaways and demos, games, raffles, and an epic bonfire by the river.
What makes these events truly exceptional is the community of friendly folks who show up to celebrate our shared love of vertical pursuits. Rain or shine, we’re going to have a great time.
Join us at the Rumney Craggin Classic!
EVENT SCHEDULE
Coming soon.
Clinic Offerings
coming soon.
LOCAL PARTNER HIGHLIGHT: RUMNEY CLIMBERS ASSOCIATION
The RCA is a community of climbers with a common goal rooted in preserving our world-class climbing resources on Rattlesnake Mountain in Rumney, New Hampshire.
The RCA was formed when public access to Rumney Rocks was threatened in the early '90s. After raising funds from area climbers and the Access Fund, the RCA purchased the privately owned land. The RCA is continuing to work with the USFS, the Access Fund, and the AAC to find a common goal of preserving rock climbing in Rumney, NH. In addition to land acquisition that protects climbing access, our preservation initiatives include bolt and anchor replacement, fixed quickdraw replacement, and trail development/maintenance. Learn more and get involved!
LOCAL PARTNER HIGHLIGHT: INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN CLIMBING SCHOOL
The International Mountain Climbing School (IMCS) is a guide service specializing in rock and ice climbing, backcountry skiing, mountaineering, and avalanche education in North Conway, New Hampshire and has been in operation since 1974. Our certified guides provide safe access to technical climbing in the White Mountains, including Cathedral Ledge, Whitehorse Ledge, Crawford Notch, Cannon, and Mt. Washington. We offer a progression of instruction from beginners to experienced climbers.
IMCS rents climbing gear, camping equipment, and outerwear/accessories. Located within International Mountain Equipment, we outfit our clients with proper gear for their outdoor experiences. We organize the Mount Washington Valley Ice Fest, the largest ice climbing event in the northeast.
EVENT LOCATION
AAC’s Rattlesnake Campground, 415 Buffalo Rd, Rumney, NH 03266
ACCESSIBILITY
We truly want everyone to feel comfortable and able to participate fully at our events, though there are certain accommodations that will be determined by the events' locations and other factors. The AAC’s Rattlesnake Campground is accessible for folks with wheelchairs. The barn has a ramp, though the barn loft is not accessible for those using wheelchairs. There are portapotties, including an ADA accessible one, at the rear of the campground, near the camping area. Not all clinics are accessible. Much of the climbing is up trails with steps and a rough approach.
Please email event coordinators directly if there are ways we can make this experience more positive for you and your unique needs or with any questions.
PARKING
All parking must be within designated perimeters, and cars must display parking tickets handed out at event check in.
VOLUNTEERING
Help make your Craggin’ Classic a success by volunteering! This event relies on the support of volunteers to help with things like check in, set up and tear down, selling raffle tickets, and more. We have special thank yous in store for all our amazing volunteers, and a FREE Weekend Pass for anyone who volunteers 2+ shifts! If interested, email [email protected]
QUESTIONS?
Please contact Event Coordinator Kristin Re at [email protected].
