Job Responsibilities

Education and Outreach

Climber Stewards play a unique role in the long-term sustainability of recreation. The following are examples of the programming and outreach that the Climber Stewards will participate in and lead:

• Climber Coffee - Host morning events Friday through Sunday that provide free coffee to climbers at a rotating selection of locations. Climber Stewards will be responsible for coordinating event logistics, including brewing and serving coffee, setting up a table or booth with information about the region, ensuring flyers are posted for Climber Coffee locations, and engaging with climbers to discuss the latest issues and best practices related to climbing, camping, natural and cultural resources, and other relevant topics.
• Crag Chats - Visit crags to engage with climbers where they are, while they climb. Climber Stewards will visit different walls throughout the season to communicate with climbers about current issues and best practices, as well as help facilitate a richer understanding of the climbing area's special nature. Stewards are not required to climb.
• Special Events - Plan, coordinate, and host up to five (5) special events each season that are designed to further engage with and build a community of stewardship and respectful visitation. Past events include game day, trash cleanups, movie nights, guest speakers, and more. Events could also include participation in external programs, such as virtual webinars or representing Access Fund at an off-site event.
• Stewardship - Climber Stewards will encourage and promote volunteer opportunities with the Conservation Team and local partners. They will support and participate in crag stewardship events and coordinate mini clean up events.
• Data Collection & Monitoring - Climber Stewards will collect visitor use data to understand user trends and impacts to better inform sustainable park management.