An exciting multi-discipline format combining speed, lead and bouldering will be proposed when climbing’s bid for inclusion in the 2020 Olympic Games is made in next month’s presentation to the International Olympic Committee.
The start of the year has flown by, and activity is not about to slow down, as we have a series of new intitiatives and projects to implement in the coming months.
If you’ve never attended a BMC area meeting, why not come along to the next one in your area to get involved and have your say on local and national issues.
Dave Turnbull, BMC CEO
An exciting new format for climbing is being proposed for the Olympics, which will combine speed climbing, lead climbing and bouldering.
The BMC has got off to a busy start this year. Here are a dozen of our newest and shiniest developments either ongoing or in the pipeline for 2013.
Come along, have your say, have a climb and have your dinner. Every year the BMC host a get-together based around its AGM. It’s a chance for members, volunteers and staff to exchange ideas, have their say in how the BMC is run and, most importantly, get out on the hills, crags and seacliffs with a great bunch of people.
In 2011, Natural England decided its National Nature Reserves (NNRs) and similar holdings should be legally dedicated for permanent public access. But after instituting a blanket ban on climbing at Ravensdale in the Peak District, how serious is that commitment?
Come along to the next meeting in your BMC Area, to discuss the latest issues and get involved in the work of the BMC.
GB team member Shauna Coxsey took a brilliant second place at the IFSC Bouldering World Cup 2013 in Millau France. Team mate Leah Crane just missed out on getting into the final although she did make the semifinal as did Mina Leslie-Wujastyk.
Tuesday 26 March saw round 1 of the BMC Paraclimbing Series 2013 hosted at the Castle Climbing Centre, London, round 2 was hosted at Newcastle Climbing Centre - see report and results for both.
University of London Graduate Mountaineering Club member Craig Rice attended the BMC-organised winter mountaineering skills course in Scotland earlier this month. Find out how he got on.
Are you hoping to head to the Alps this year? We interviewed Rob Greenwood (alpine climber) to find out what he has gained from his alpine exploits.
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