Our Mission
The Ontario Alliance of Climbers is an independent provincial, volunteer non-profit organization that works diligently to keep climbing and bouldering areas open.
The Bolt Fund is Live!
The OAC Bolt Replacement Fund assists route developers with the costs associated with replacing aged or worn out fixed hardware. Bolts and anchors may show wear, rust or damage after prolonged use and exposure. Replacing this gear is vital to improve climber safety and accessibility.
OAC Bolt Fund
What’s New?
A message to local climbers from Conservation Halton
A message to local climbers from Conservation Halton: Last week, we discovered an unauthorized route development and hardware installation at Kelso Conservation Area including a retro-bolt of Alan's Layback (5.7…
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Planning to climb outdoors? Find out if your crag is open or closed!
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What's your go-to pair of shoes? You'll be able to check out the latest from @lasportivana at the Beaver Valley Climbing Festival! Make sure you arrive early to scope out the new shoes, and demo a pair with a day of climbing on real rock. There's no better way to make sure you've got the right fit and model! La Sportiva has been in the business since 1928, we're sure they've got your climbing needs covered!
#bvcf2026 #climbingfestival
17 hours ago
Just one week left to get your tickets for the festival, featuring Arc’teryx as this year’s Harness Sponsor! Their generous support makes this festival, the OAC’s work, and your awesome prizes possible. Don’t forget to stop by their booth to demo a harness while you’re on site next weekend!
Get your tickets now! 🔗 Link in bio.
1 day ago
@thenorthface has been a leader in outdoor performance clothing since the 1960s! And you can win some of their gear at our HUGE #raffle !!
Come check it out at the Beaver Valley Climbing Festival -- Ontario's biggest celebration of climbing! We're just a week away, and right now the forecast is looking perrrrrrrfect 👌
Get your tickets now! 🔗 Link in bio.
2 days ago
The Beaver Valley Climbing Festival always has the best climbing gear to be won, hands down. Our #raffle is famous for both the quality AND quantity of gear you could walk away with!
What will you win this year? @blackdiamond_climb gear is sure to be on the top of your wishlist! 🙏
The only catch? You have to be at the festival to win!
Get your ticket now at the 🔗 link in our bio! See you soon!
3 days ago
Come check out the @rab.equipment table to see the newest tech in high performance apparel and gear! Rab has everything needed to outfit mountain people for their next adventure 🏕️
Have you ever timed yourself to see how fast you can get into your sleeping bag??Along with our AMAZING #raffle, you'll find vendors at #bvcf2026 that will be there to talk about the latest gear, and provide you with some fun challenges (and prizes)!
Your BVCF ticket gets you access to more prizes and gear than you'll be able to count. What will you win this year? 👀
Secure your spot at this year's Beaver Valley Climbing Festival via the 🔗 link in our bio. See you soon!
6 days ago
A company known just as much for their iconic clothing as for their ethics, we're proud to have @patagonia be our Presenting Sponsor for the 2026 Beaver Valley Climbing Festival!
The #bvcf2026 is Ontario's biggest celebration of climbing. Come join us for a weekend of climbing fun, new friends, good eats, dancing beats, and our many sponsors and RAFFLE prizes! 🎟️🎟️🎟️
Don't miss out, get your tickets now! 🔗 Link in bio
1 week ago