VOLUNTEER
The Ragged Mountain Foundation only exists through the efforts of volunteers. Join us to protect cherished climbing spots and recreational areas, and promote climbing access all across Connecticut.
You’re Invited to the RMF Annual Meeting & Silent Auction!
When: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
Where: Witch Doctor Brewing Company, Southington, CT
Time: Silent Auction starts at 6:00 PM | Presentation at 7:00 PM
Come connect with fellow climbers, hear updates on RMF’s initiatives, events, and advocacy work, and enjoy a slideshow presentation showcasing the past year and what's to come. Don’t miss the chance to support our mission through the silent auction and mingle with the climbing community!
Whether you’re an RMF member or just curious about what we do, all are welcome. See you there!
Support climbing access and advocacy in Connecticut by bidding on amazing auction items, including local gym memberships, guided climbing outings, training packages, and climbing photography services!
Bid now on 32 Auctions until Friday, February 7th. Then, join us in person at our Annual Meeting where the auction will continue LIVE! Winners will be announced at the end of the evening.
Don’t miss this chance to score awesome climbing experiences while supporting RMF’s mission!
Have something cool to donate to our auction? Message us to let us know!
Check out the silent auction items available on 32 Auctions and at the RMF Annual Meeting:
UPCOMING TRAIL DAYS & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The best way to stay up to speed on RMF news, events, and initiatives is to keep an eye on our Instagram and Facebook pages as well as RMF member emails.
Please RSVP (if available) if you intend to help with any of our volunteer cleanup or workdays, and please cancel via email message if you are unable to attend any workdays you have signed up for.
Thank you for volunteering; we can’t do it without you!
Upcoming trail days for 2025, specific projects will be announced prior to each date
Sunday, April 13th
Sunday May, 4th
Saturday, June 7th
Sunday, August 17th
REEL ROCK 19 | Cinestudio
Climbers, adventure lovers, and film fanatics—mark your calendars!
When: Saturday, March 8, 2025
Cinestudio: 300 Summit St, Hartford, CT 06106
Doors Open: 6:15 PM
Showtime: 7:00 PM
Join us for an epic night of world-class climbing films, raffle prizes from awesome vendors and local sponsors, and a chance to connect with fellow climbers in the community. Whether you’re a seasoned crusher or just love a good adventure story, this is an event you won’t want to miss!
Reel Rock 19 showcases three world-premiere climbing films spanning disciplines, characters, and continents: a heartfelt story of second chances in love and climbing on Squamish’s legendary Cobra Crack; an outrageous 18-day big wall epic on Patagonia’s towering Torre Central; and the pursuit of a lifelong dream—a 5.15 first ascent—made possible by an unlikely partnership. Reel Rock 19 is on tour worldwide starting March 2025.
DEATH OF VILLAINS: A former child climbing-prodigy confronts his struggle with disordered eating to attempt his life-long dream of climbing a groundbreaking 5.15 first ascent, with the help of an unlikely, and controversial partner.
Featuring: Kai Lightner & Joe Kinder
RIDERS ON THE STORM: Three Belgian big-wallers endure eighteen days of howling snowstorms, frozen feet, and gnarly runouts in their attempt to make a long-coveted alpine first ascent.
Featuring: Siebe Vanhee, Sean Villanueva O’Driscoll & Nico Favresse
THE COBRA & THE HEART: A turbulent 20-year saga of love, loss, and redemption: a whirlwind romance, a crushing defeat on a legendary climb, a religious epiphany, and family betrayal, all building to a desperate bid for a rare second chance—at love, fatherhood, and climbing.
Featuring: Didier Berthod, Thomasina Pidgeon & Cedar Pidgeon
CRAG STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM
Is there are Connecticut crag you feel personally connected with?
The RMF is always looking for motivated people who care deeply about maintaining our climbing areas and want to take a lead on key crags within the state. Email us for more information!
TRAIL WORK GALLERY
