Western Massachusetts Climbers Coalition, Ragged Mountain Foundation, and Access Fund are pleased to announce the acquisition of Hanging Mountain, a new climbing area in Sandisfield, Massachusetts
Situated on 14 acres, Hanging Mountain may be the biggest find in Northeastern climbing in decades. Once fully established, this hidden gem will provide climbers with approximately 150 – 200 traditional and sport routes, some up to two pitches.
This crag is CLOSED until further notice while construction is underway.
Community Support Needed
We now need the community’s support to raise $120,000 to pay off the Climbing Conservation Loan and complete site improvements that will include an access road, parking lot, and trailhead amenities to facilitate public access.
Covid-19 Closure
/in Uncategorized /by Stephanie GiguereDear climbers, The WMCC board members have met and voted unanimously, in the face of the Coronavirus Pandemic, to close the properties we own – the Farley Ledges parking lot as well as our Hanging Mountain property – and to formally urge rock climbers to stay home from all Massachusetts crags we manage. Although these […]
2nd Quarterly Board Meeting
/in Uncategorized /by Stephanie GiguereWednesday, April 15th, 7:00PM Quarterly board meetings are open to everyone. This meeting will be held via Zoom. You can use Zoom from your desktop, laptop, or smart phone. For more information about joining a Zoom meeting, please click here. Agenda: COVID-19 response (local plans and discussion of AF webinar) – Wayne Sandisfield update (funding and […]
Social Distancing
/in Uncategorized /by Stephanie GiguereHey Climbers, Due to the current COVID19 situation, we are discouraging climbing at Farley. This is both to allow social distancing as well as to limit possible impact on local health and rescue resources. If you do choose to climb outdoors, we recommend you travel in very small groups (2-3), climb with extra caution, and […]
13th Annual Silent Auction Postponed
/in Events /by Stephanie GiguereIn the interest of public health, the WMCC has decided to postpone our yearly silent auction until further notice. We’d like to thank those of you who made donations or planned on attending for your support and understanding at this time. Our Silent Auction is an important fundraising event for maintaining access to our local […]