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Chimney Rock Management is once again a sponsor of the Rumble at Rumbling Bald. Now in its ninth year, the local event is a big draw for climbers and boulders from all over western North Carolina and the southeast. The event is March 1-3.
The Rumble celebrates the Carolina Climbers Coalition's (CCC) access at Rumbling Bald, raises funds for the CCC's stewardship and access efforts, and brings 300 people to a WNC tourist town in its slowest months to have a grand old time.
The Rumble is all about bringing the climbing community together to celebrate the CCC's access at Rumbling Bald. The Rumble is one of the only outdoor ropes and bouldering competitions on the East Coast. Whether a seasoned climber or just starting out, with a variety of diverse categories within one's climbing discipline, the person can showcase skills and compete for amazing prizes from sponsors.
This event raises essential funding for the CCC's stewardship and access efforts. A portion of the Rumble proceeds will also go to North Carolina Friends of State Parks, supporting their amazing access work in Chimney Rock State Park.
Camping at Morse Park (2 miles away) is free with registration. Camping times start at 5pm March 1 and clean up by 8pm March 3. This is the same location as the after party/ awards ceremony. Set up tents 10' away from other tents.
Lodging: If not interested in camping, consider staying at a local business in town and let them know you are visiting the area for climbing. Rumble participants receive discounts with many local businesses.
All Climbing is at Your Own Risk: The climber is responsible for his/her own safety
Volunteers: get discounted registration if they sign up for at least two volunteer roles. Learn more at: www.signupgenius.com
You Must Bring Your Own Equipment: Roped climbs must be set up by you, the competitor, with your own equipment. Bouldering pads and roped climbing gear will not be provided.
Bonus Points for Competitors: Because we believe that a good climber is not just someone who climbs hard, but someone who gives back to the community and land, bonus points will be given for climbers who attend a CCC trail day in 2024, and are current CCC members.
Register up to four people at a time and use the same email address for all of them if needed, be sure to select the category, t-shirt size and provide complete info for everyone.
Online registration closes March 1 at noon. If any spots remain they will be available on-site that evening and the morning of the comp.
T-shirt: registrants will be given a festival T. We can not guarantee your size and it will be first come, first serve at check-in on the day-of.
Weather/No Refunds: if Saturday is rained out, climbing shifts to Sunday. If Sunday is also rained out, the event will be canceled. Refunds are not possible. If canceled, or if you can not attend, please see your registration as a donation to CCC's ongoing access and stewardship efforts.
