June 2023 Newsletter

Newsletter / June 2023

Volunteer Spotlight

Anjel Ciaravino

Anjel first joined the RRGCC Events Committee in 2021, after many years of volunteering, and is now also serving on the Fundraising and Membership Committee. Anjel is receiving this award for having endless psych and being a super volunteer during the recent Red River Reunion and Red In A Day (RIAD) event! Thank you, Anjel, for volunteering your time all weekend and helping make the event a huge success!

 

 

 

 

 

Lisa Chiffolo

Lisa joined the RRGCC Events Committee in 2021 and has since contributed to numerous events and fundraising efforts. She currently also serves on the Fundraising and Membership Committee, utilizing her MBA and grant writing skills to help the Coalition expand its reach. Lisa is receiving this award for her role in planning, organizing, and tabling many successful events at the LEF climbing gym in Lexington this year. Thank you, Lisa!

RRGCC Members

The 2023 membership year is here! Sign up for a membership today, and you will be automatically enrolled for the 2023 swag! For those that have already enrolled, thank you for your patience as we are work to ensure that those membership packages get sent out as soon as possible.

During the RIAD event, we met Ashton Blakemore and asked her why she chose to support the RRGCC by becoming an official member. Here is her response:

Ashton Blakemore - “I am a Red River Gorge Climbers’ Coalition member because I want to help preserve the climbing here in the Red River Gorge because I really love and respect it.”

Become a member!

Motherlode Hill Parking Beta

The Motherlode hill is often intimidating for first-time visitors and those with 2-wheel drive vehicles. Most vehicles are able to get down the hill just fine, however coming back up can be difficult. Although it may be challenging, driving down the hill provides opportunities to park in the Motherlode (bottom of the Motherlode Hill), Flat Holler, Sore Heel, and Drive-By parking lots, which are all maintained by the RRGCC. Access to RRGCC properties is free and RRGCC parking areas are free to the public. So, you do NOT need to pay to drive down the Motherlode hill.

On top of the Lode hill, there is a pay-for-use parking area, which is NOT associated with the RRGCC. If you choose not to drive down the Motherlode hill, then this parking lot is available. However, you must follow the owner's instructions and ensure that your payment is processed correctly. This parking lot is heavily monitored and your car will be towed at your own expense if you do not follow the instructions.

As always, please follow these guidelines before leaving your car and setting off to the crag.

  • Carpool whenever possible - Ride together to save space in the parking lots.
  • Park close to your neighbors - When parking next to another vehicle, give them time to exit the vehicle and close their doors before parking. This way you can park closely and save space for others.
  • Do not park in creeks or streams - Only park in designated areas. Flora and fauna do not appreciate the oil and other chemicals that your vehicle may leave behind
  • Do not block oil equipment, pit toilets, or roads - Parking in front of oil equipment and structures may jeopardize access to the climbing areas that we love.
  • Leave no trace - Clean up after yourself before leaving the parking lot. Pack out what you pack in!

Checkout the photos of what not to do below!

 

Seasonal Raptor Closures

Please be mindful of the local wildlife when climbing this spring. Seasonal raptor closings are in effect for the following routes:

  • Wall: Graveyard (MFRP)
    • Gallows March
    • New route under development
    • Grave Digger

There are a pair of nesting barred owls on a ledge that these routes intersect so please respect them and avoid these climbs.

2023 Events

Upcoming events

      • LEF + RRGCC Boulder Comp - June 2nd
      • Fretboard Brewing Trivia Night Cincinnati - June 4th
      • Johnny and Alex Trail Day 2023 - June 24
        • The yearly trail day is almost here and registration is open! Sign up today so you can help with your favorite projects like fixing bridges at Hole in the Wall, fixing belay bases at Infirmary, and another project at the Nursery!
      • Rocktoberfest - October 6th - 8th
        • Rocktoberfest planning is in full swing so be sure to use those RRGCC membership discounts when booking your cabins and start training for the dyno comp!

Past events

      • 2023 Open Meeting - March 22
        • The RRGCC’s 2023 Annual Open Meeting took place virtually on March 22nd. The meeting showcased a review of 2022 and a look forward into 2023 and beyond. Thank you all that attended! For those that would like to see the recording, please check it out on YouTube!
      • Red River Reunion and "Red in a Day" competition (RIAD) - April 15th
        • Miguel’s Pizza and RRGCC teamed up with Hans Florine to climb El Capitan! Bringing a whole new twist to Red River Reunion, the inaugural Red in a Day (RIAD) climbing competition was a resounding success! Check out the final results and start training for next year!
      • Reel Rock Film Showing by Aclipse Campervans at MadTree Brewing - March 21st
        • Thank you to Aclipse, Roads Rivers and Trails, Madtree Brewing, and all of the sponsors that put this event together. The RRGCC is truly grateful to be a part of such a community driven event!

 

Donate!

Do you have photos on RRGCC  property that you want to share? Tag @rrgcc and use #RRGCC2023 and we will share it!

Are you interested in hosting a trivia night or tap take over in your area? Email us at events@rrgcc.org