The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
First Monday of every month, 6-8 pm

NEW SUBSIDIZED DROP-IN PASSES
Thanks to a grant from Rising Youth, The Crush Collective is able to offer 100% subsidized passes for under-resourced folks. If you would like a pass, please email hellocrushcollective@gmail.com with the following details:
- Your name (First and Last)
- Date of the "Crush With Us" session
- Gym location (Note: We are only able to offer this pass at the Banff and Canmore sessions)
No further questions will be asked.

Stay for some post climbing beers, location TBD.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
The third Wednesday of every month 7:00pm-9:00pm.

Canmore Climbing Gym is offering discounted drop-in rates when you climb with Crush ($16 + tax)

NEW SUBSIDIZED DROP-IN PASSES
Thanks to a grant from Rising Youth, The Crush Collective is able to offer 100% subsidized passes for under-resourced folks. If you would like a pass, please email hellocrushcollective@gmail.com with the following details:
- Your name (First and Last)
- Date of the "Crush With Us" session
- Gym location (Note: We are only able to offer this pass at the Banff and Canmore sessions).
No further questions will be asked.

Stay for some post climbing beers, location TBD.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

The Crush Collective is a community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

More recently we have branched out to other forms of outdoor recreation, alongside rock climbing, and we are excited to announce our first ski event followed by a film night.

This event will be open to snowboarders, or for any other mode of transport folks use to get down the hill. This is for anyone who has experienced oppression or barriers to access to skiing, or for anyone who wants to help support a community working to create spaces like these more accessible.

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination.

Details:

Jan 9

-9:00am, meet at Lake Louise (specific meet point TBA)

-We are not here to guide, but simply to ski and have fun. We will break out into groups and have different folks leading around who know the area. Including, park, big mountain, or a day on some groomers, greens or blues.

-All levels of experience are welcome.

-4:30pm finish up at Lake Louise for buses

-We will have a limited amount of subsidized passes available at 50% off

**REGISTRATION FORM IN BIO**

-We will ask all folks to register, and we will add the option to request a subsidized pass.

- @coastmountaincollective has got Zag skis for demos on the day

Film night @canmorebrewing

-7:00pm doors open

-Entry by donation (donations help cover the costs of the event and allow us to continue to offer more events)

Film line up includes:

-Fragments chaoisis

-Nexus

-Beyond Begbie

More details to come!

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and recreate on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Naked a Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

**We are back for the winter with some new dates and times for our monthly events**

The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
First Monday of every month, 6-8 pm

NEW SUBSIDIZED DROP-IN PASSES
Thanks to a grant from Rising Youth, The Crush Collective is able to offer 100% subsidized passes for under-resourced folks. If you would like a pass, please email hellocrushcollective@gmail.com with the following details:
- Your name (First and Last)
- Date of the "Crush With Us" session
- Gym location (Note: We are only able to offer this pass at the Banff and Canmore sessions)
No further questions will be asked.

Stay for some post climbing beers, location TBD.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

**We are back for the winter with some new dates and times for our monthly events**

The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
The third Wednesday of every month 7:00pm-9:00pm.

Canmore Climbing Gym is offering discounted drop-in rates when you climb with Crush ($16 + tax)

NEW SUBSIDIZED DROP-IN PASSES
Thanks to a grant from Rising Youth, The Crush Collective is able to offer 100% subsidized passes for under-resourced folks. If you would like a pass, please email hellocrushcollective@gmail.com with the following details:
- Your name (First and Last)
- Date of the "Crush With Us" session
- Gym location (Note: We are only able to offer this pass at the Banff and Canmore sessions).
No further questions will be asked.

Stay for some post climbing beers, location TBD.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

Creepy Climby - The Crush Collective Halloween @ Sally Borden Climbing Gym

If you weren't already afraid of heights, you will be! The Crush Collective is at the Sally Borden Climbing Gym this Halloween for a FREE costumed climb in collaboration with the Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival. Take over the gym at this special costumed climbing event for all experience levels.

**Registration is required for this free event. Regular equipment rental fees apply.

How: Register your spot through Eventbrite (space is limited). The Crush Collective has free admission passes for everyone registered. If you already have a membership to the gym and don't require a free pass, registration is still required to save your place!

https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../creepy-climby-the-crush...

When: 5 pm - 8 pm @ the Sally Borden Climbing Gym.
What: Come costumed, ready to climb and have a good time!

About The Crush Collective
The Crush Collective is a climbing community and non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces and celebrate representation in the outdoors. We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks face to access rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us! We have zero tolerance for any and all discrimination. All experience levels are welcome.

**The Crush Collective acknowledges that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination.

Details:
August 1, 6pm- until late
Location: Sunshine Slabs, Banff National Park
Directions: Take the Trans-Canada Highway to Sunshine exit, the parking lot is on the left immediately after the Texas gates. Park and walk 50m to the wall, where you'll see us in our Crush shirts.

Please note this is a casual meet up, not a guided event. Though we encourage everyone to come on down. It doesn't matter if you're new or experienced, come as you are, and share the stoke for climbing.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

In partnership with local ACMG guides, Renee Lavergne and Claire Ellick, The Crush Collective and Banff Pride are offering a half-day of free introductory outdoors rock climbing for Two-Spirit and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer and more (2S/LGBTQ+) folks on Sunday, October 2nd 12:00pm-4:00pmMST*.

The half-day session will take place in Banff National Park at the Sunshine Slabs Crag. The routes chosen will be introductory level and no previous experience is required. Climbing equipment can also be provided if needed. Thank you to OnwardUP for providing gear rentals for this event.

We welcome all bodies and the event will be set at a pace to fit everyone's needs. This event is open to individuals who are ages 18+.

The Crush Collective will do our best to make transportation options available for those who are not able to transport themselves.

Participants who register will be emailed a confirmation of attendance prior to the climbing date. This event is fully subsidized thanks to Banff Pride.

Please note, as registration is limited, we will be prioritizing registration from individuals who hold additional intersections of identity/face marginalization that influence access to climbing. More details are in the questions below.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION FORM SUBMISSION: Midnight of September 20, 2022. Within a few days of the form closing, we will confirm attendance for all those who have applied. As there are limited spots, filling out this form does not guarantee a spot.

*Note: this event will happen, rain or shine.

CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO FILL OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM. THE DEADLINE FOR FORM SUBMISSIONS IS SEPTEMBER 20 AT MIDNIGHT.

https://docs.google.com/.../1fKsugg.../edit

In partnership with Canmore Pride, The Crush Collective is hosting a casual crag day with a BBQ at Sunshine Slabs, on Treaty 7 Territory.

The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors. We believe climbing is for everyone, and work to build a community that supports our mission, if this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We welcome all bodies to this event, we will be set at a place to fit everyone's needs. This event is open to all ages.

Please send us a DM if you don't have gear, and need to borrow something for the day, we will do our best to make this possible for anyone interested in climbing.

**Please note, this is not a guided event, folks are expected to have their own knowledge and skills to climb outside.**

We encourage folks to come hang out, and join for the BBQ even if you aren't climbing, it doesn't matter if you're new or experienced, come as you are, and share the stoke for climbing. This will be a great opportunity to meet like minded individuals and folks continuing to work to build community in the Bow Valley.

We have ZERO tolerance to any and all discrimination.

Details:

September 16, 1:00pm- 6:00pm with a BBQ from 4:00pm- 6:00pm

Location: Sunshine Slabs, Banff National Park

Directions: Take the Trans-Canada Highway to Sunshine exit, the parking lot is on the left immediately after the Texas gates. Park and walk 50m to the wall, where you'll see us in our Crush shirts

Parking: There is onsite parking, we encourage car pooling, as spaces are limited

BBQ: We will have beef patties, and vegetarian options available. We will also have gluten free options for folks

This is a free event, please pre register on our eventbrite link below so we can control numbers, as this space is still open to the public and we don't want to overwhelm the crag.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../climb-outside-bbq-with-the...

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination.

Details:
August 1, 6pm- until late
Location: Sunshine Slabs, Banff National Park
Directions: Take the Trans-Canada Highway to Sunshine exit, the parking lot is on the left immediately after the Texas gates. Park and walk 50m to the wall, where you'll see us in our Crush shirts.

Please note this is a casual meet up, not a guided event. Though we encourage everyone to come on down. It doesn't matter if you're new or experienced, come as you are, and share the stoke for climbing.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

In partnership with local ACMG guides, Claire Ellick and Zenn Teoh, The Crush Collective is offering a one day BIPOC Intro to lead outdoor rock climbing clinic. This event will take place on August 21st, 8am - 4pm MST.

The one day clinic will take place in Treaty 7 Territory (The Bow Valley). The routes chosen will be introductory level and some top rope experience is required. Please let us know if you have any further questions if you are unsure. Thanks to the support from Onward Up, climbing equipment can also be provided if needed.

We welcome all bodies and the event will be set at a pace to fit everyone's needs. This event is open to individuals who are ages 18+.

The Crush Collective will do your best to make transportation options available for those who are not able to transport themselves.

Participants who register will be emailed a confirmation of attendance prior to the climbing date. This event has been subsidized thanks to the Arc'teryx Outer Peace Grant and fundraising from the Crush Collective.

Please note, as registration is limited, we will be prioritizing registration from individuals who hold additional intersections of identity/face marginalization that influence access to climbing. More details are in the questions below.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION FORM SUBMISSION: Midnight of August 14th. Within a few days of the form closing, we will confirm attendance for all those who have applied. As there are limited spots, filling out this form does not guarantee a spot.

*Note: this event will happen rain or shine.

Registration form: https://docs.google.com/.../1bDOgSy06yNCq.../edit

The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination.

Details:
Aug 16, 6:00pm until late.
Location: Grandwall boulders
Directions: Park at the Chief carpark area, we will meet at the grass field near the playground at 6pm. Spot us in our Crush shirts.
Send us an insta DM if you are coming later and want to find us.

Bring pads if you have them!

Please note this is a casual meet up, not a guided event. Though we encourage everyone to come on down. It doesn't matter if you're new or experienced, come as you are, and share the stoke for climbing.

We acknowledge we are on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples – Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Tsleil-Waututh & Musqueam First Nations

The Crush Collective is a climbing community and a non-profit working to remove barriers to access, foster safe and welcoming spaces, and celebrate representation in the outdoors.

We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination.

Details:
August 1, 6pm- until late
Location: Sunshine Slabs, Banff National Park
Directions: Take the Trans-Canada Highway to Sunshine exit, the parking lot is on the left immediately after the Texas gates. Park and walk 50m to the wall, where you'll see us in our Crush shirts.

Please note this is a casual meet up, not a guided event. Though we encourage everyone to come on down. It doesn't matter if you're new or experienced, come as you are, and share the stoke for climbing.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

In partnership with local ACMG guides, Renee Lavergne and Zenn Teoh, The Crush Collective and Banff Pride are offering a half-day of free introductory outdoors rock climbing for Two-Spirit and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer and more (2S/LGBTQ+) folks on Sunday, July 17 from 8:00AM to 12:00PM MST*.

The half-day session will take place in Banff National Park at the Sunshine Slabs Crag. The routes chosen will be introductory level and no previous experience is required. Climbing equipment can also be provided if needed. Thank you to OnwardUP for providing gear rentals for this event.

We welcome all bodies and the event will be set at a pace to fit everyone's needs. This event is open to individuals who are ages 18+.

The Crush Collective will do our best to make transportation options available for those who are not able to transport themselves.

Participants who register will be emailed a confirmation of attendance prior to the climbing date. This event has been fully subsidized thanks to the ACMG/MEC adventure access fund grant.

Please note, as registration is limited, we will be prioritizing registration from individuals who hold additional intersections of identity/face marginalization that influence access to climbing. More details are in the questions below.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION FORM SUBMISSION: Midnight of July 1st 2022. Within a few days of the form closing, we will confirm attendance for all those who have applied. As there are limited spots, filling out this form does not guarantee a spot.

*Note: this event will happen, rain or shine.

CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THE REGISTRATION FORM. THE DEADLINE FOR FORM SUBMISSIONS IS JULY 1ST AT MIDNIGHT.
https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLScQFVifupBWrY.../viewform

The Crush Collective is a climbing community striving to build a welcoming and supportive space for folks to climb. We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
The first Tuesday of every month 7:00pm- 8:00pm
Location- Ground Up climbing gym in Squamish.
This is a casual meet up, and we will go for some post climbing beers!
Standard drop-in (or membership) rates apply.

We acknowledge we are on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples – Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Tsleil-Waututh & Musqueam First Nations

The Crush Collective is a climbing community striving to build a welcoming and supportive space for folks to climb. We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
The first Monday of every month 5:30pm- 7:30pm.

Standard drop-in (or membership) rates apply.

NEW SUBSIDIZED DROP-IN PASSES
Thanks to a grant from Rising Youth, The Crush Collective is able to offer 100% subsidized passes for under-resourced folks. If you would like a pass, please email hellocrushcollective@gmail.com with the following details:
- Your name (First and Last)
- Date of the "Crush With Us" session
- Gym location (Note: We are onl able to offer this pass at the Banff and Canmore sessions)
No further questions will be asked.

Stay for some post climbing beers, location TBD.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

The Crush Collective is a climbing community striving to build a welcoming and supportive space for folks to climb. We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
The first Monday of every month 5:30pm- 7:30pm.

Standard drop-in (or membership) rates apply.

NEW SUBSIDIZED DROP-IN PASSES
Thanks to a grant from Rising Youth, The Crush Collective is able to offer 100% subsidized passes for under-resourced folks. If you would like a pass, please email hellocrushcollective@gmail.com with the following details:
- Your name (First and Last)
- Date of the "Crush With Us" session
- Gym location (Note: We are onl able to offer this pass at the Banff and Canmore sessions)
No further questions will be asked.

Stay for some post climbing beers, location TBD.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

The Crush Collective is a climbing community striving to build a welcoming and supportive space for folks to climb. We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
The first Tuesday of every month 7:00pm- 8:00pm
Location- Ground Up climbing gym in Squamish.
This is a casual meet up
Standard drop-in (or membership) rates apply.

The Crush Collective is a climbing community striving to build a welcoming and supportive space for folks to climb. We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
The first Monday of every month 5:30pm- 7:30pm.

Standard drop-in (or membership) rates apply.

Stay for some post climbing beers, location TBD.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**

The Crush Collective is a climbing community striving to build a welcoming and supportive space for folks to climb. We believe climbing is for everyone and want to break down the barriers some folks have faced when accessing rock climbing. If this sounds like a place for you, come crush with us!

We have zero tolerance to any and all discrimination. Whilst we are aiming to build safer spaces, please note the gym will still be open to the public.

Details:
The first Monday of every month 5:30pm- 7:30pm.
@canmore_climbing_gym

Standard drop-in (or membership) rates apply.

Stay for some post climbing beers, location TBD.

**We want to acknowledge that the land we live and climb on is the traditional territory of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Wesley, and Bearspaw, the Tsuut’ina First Nations, the Kainai, Siksika, and Piikani nations of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) Confederacy, and Métis Nation of Alberta, Region III**