Fixed Anchors in the Trapps: An Update
This is an update on activities relating to the bolted anchors on the Mohonk Preserve, centering around the Trapps cliff, and we hope to shed some light on the need and rationale behind these recent efforts.
Gunks News
The Latest News for the Gunks Climbing Community
Mohonk Preserve Rangers and Volunteers Receive Pilot Training in Bolt Anchor Placement
Mohonk Preserve rangers & Gunks Climbers' Coalition volunteers received pilot training in bolt anchor placement from the Petzl Technical Institute in May 2016.
Why Cliffs Are Closed For Peregrine Falcons
Matt Logan of the GCC talks to the Mohonk Preserve about the extensive Gunks cliff closure for Peregrine Falcons and learns some Peregrine Falcon facts.
2016-2017 Board of Directors Elected
Meet the new 2016-2017 Gunks Climbers' Coalition board of directors, elected for a 2 year term on March 22, 2016.
Shawangunk Multiple Use Area (MUA) Campground Closing
Love it or hate it, the Shawangunk Multiple Use Area (MUA) Campground was the only free camping at the Gunks. The state is closing it as of May 3, 2016.
Donation from Foco Coconut Water at the Tri-State Bouldering Comp
At the March 2016 Tri-State Bouldering Comp at the Cliffs at LIC, Foco donated half of their proceeds from the sale of their Coconut Water to the GCC!
GCC Board of Directors Elections 2016
It's time for elections to the Gunks Climbers' Coalition Board of Directors. See who's up for re-election and who's new, as well as who is stepping down.
Tommy Caldwell & the GCC at the NYC Patagonia Store
Tommy Caldwell wrapped up his tour of the film A Line Across the Sky at Patagonia's shop in Manhattan's Meat Packing district, with the proceeds going to the GCC.
February 11, 2016: GCC Benefit with Tommy Caldwell at NYC Patagonia Store
This Thursday, February 11, 2016, head to the Patagonia store in the Meatpacking district of New York City to meet Patagonia Climbing Ambassador Tommy Caldwell for a screening of Sender Films and Big UP Productions documentary, A Line Across The Sky. The film combines footage shot by Tommy and Alex Honnold on their first ascent of the Fitz Traverse. Following the film, Tommy... Read More
Peregrine Falcon Route Closure – Feb 2016
Due to nesting peregrine falcons, there is a temporary closure of part of the Trapps cliff to rock climbing starting February 2016.
Gunks Climbers’ Coalition – 2015 Recap
2015 was a very busy year for the Gunks Climbers’ Coalition, with many exciting events, donations, and projects accomplished. Here’s a recap of some of the significant stories from last year.
Ethan Ladof Joins the GCC Board of Directors
At the January 12, 2016 Gunks Climbers’ Coalition meeting, Ethan Ladof was elected to the GCC Board of Directors. Ethan has a long history with the GCC, volunteering at events since the organization's inception in 2002.