Every year since 2016 the Narrows have been closed for raptor nesting. In the original discussions with DCNR, PA Game Commission(PGC), Access Fund and local climbers,  two options were communicated as an opportunity to reevaluate the closer. It was stated that...Read More

The Eastern Pennsylvania Alliance of Climbers is looking for candidates to fill open volunteer board seats. Serving on the Board is a meaningful way to give back to your local climbing community...Read More

The final draft of the Newport Township Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Recreational Area Feasibility Study is available for review! The open house is also the last public meeting to be held for questions or comments.Read More

EPAC is excited to launch its Gym to Crag program which will be coming to a gym near you! With many new climbers getting their first taste in a gym setting, it is especially important that we are mindful of the transition that needs to happen. Skills and experiences in the gym may be useful...Read More

Please join us as we welcome our new board members. EPAC is excited about the passion and skills that Hann Smiley and Matt Cordes will bring to the organization. Learn more about them....Read More

In collaboration with DCNR and Bucks County Parks & Rec, we are asking all climbers to comply with a temporary route closure due to a nesting Canada Goose.Read More

On April 11, 2022 we got together to chat bats in PA!  We discussed how collaborations among climbers, wildlife biologists and land managers can help manage, conserve, and protect our bat population.Read More

We are looking for volunteers passionate about helping drive our mission to promote education, safeguard access, build community, and preserve our climbing areas! EPAC currently uses a working board model. Therefore, we are seeking board members interested in taking an active role in areas such as: JEDI InitiativesSocial Media ManagementGym-to-Crag Presentations If you have the...Read More

Throughout the pandemic all of our public lands have seen unprecedented visitation by various user groups and the High Rock Vista area is no different. In 2020, EPAC worked with Bucks County and DCNR on much needed trail improvements throughout the park which connects Tohickon Valley Park to Ralph Stover State Park. The intent was...Read More

On September 30, 2020, Eastern Pennsylvania Alliance of Climbers introduced itself to the climbing community. Exactly one year later (to the day), EPAC once again invited the climbing community to hear what EPAC has accomplished as well as to ask questions and offer their thoughts. The meeting opened with a greeting from EPAC President, Kate...Read More