Sends and Ciders*
*We’re still finalizing details for this event. Please check back here for updates. Times and details may change.
In partnership with: Canmore Climbing Gym (CCG), Core Values Cider Co. and Canmore Pride Society
Date: Saturday, October 11th
Time:
6 PM - 8 PM: Drop-in climb (all levels)
8 PM - Close: Post-climb ciders
Location(s):
These venues are side-by-side on the same street.
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Cost:
Free for all current CCG members
Reduced drop-in fee of $15 for non-members*
*Note: Free drop-in passes are available upon request. Please talk to the front desk upon arrival to request a free pass (no questions asked).
There is no cost to go to Core Values Cider Co.
Rentals:
Shoe rentals are available for free for all participants, courtesy of Canmore Climbing Gym. Please ask for assistance at the front desk upon arrival.
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What to Expect (subject to change):
Come to climb & connect with the queer & trans community at the Canmore Climbing Gym. This is a drop-in style event and attendees are able to come anytime between 6 PM to 8 PM.
At 8 PM, we’ll have a casual hangout at Core Values Cider Co. It’s right next door to CCG! Core Values has a variety of locally made ciders on tap + snacks available for purchase.
We’ll also have some fun door prizes up for grabs! Everyone who attends (whether you climb or not) will be entered into the draw for the door prize. We will be drawing for the door prize at Core Values (around 9 PM).
Not a climber? No worries! You do not have to attend the climb to come for ciders.
If you’re a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community at any climbing level, come join us! This event is open to all ages. Allies are welcome.
The event will be hosted by queer and trans climbers/staff members of CCG
No registration is required.
CCG and Core Values will still be open to the public for this event. However, there will be lots of signage indicating that a Canmore Pride Festival event is happening.
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Schedule (subject to change):
6 PM - 8 PM: Drop-in bouldering (all levels) at Canmore Climbing Gym
8 PM - Close: Casual hangout at Core Values Cider Co.
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What to Bring:
Please wear comfortable clothing that you can be active in.
Bring your own climbing shoes/chalk if you wish. (Note: free climbing shoe rentals are available - please see the above).
Water bottle/snacks.
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Accessibility:
Two private gender-neutral washrooms are available on-site at CCG.
Two private gender-neutral washrooms are available on-site at Core Values Cider Co.
Please note, due to the environment in the climbing gym, there may be chalk dust in the air.
Music will be played via the in-house sound system at both venues.
There is a ramp to the CCG entrance from the road.
There is a ramp to the Core Values Cider Co. entrance from the road.
The doors to enter these venues do not have an automatic door button.
CCG is dog-friendly. Core Values Cider Co.’s patio (weather permitting) is dog-friendly, although dogs are not allowed inside the building.
Accessibility Note: While bouldering can pose unique accessibility challenges, the gym is committed to making this event as inclusive as possible. Currently, accommodations for adaptive climbing are limited, but we warmly welcome participants who may wish to attend and hang out rather than climb. The gym is exploring ways to support accessibility further, and we encourage anyone interested to reach out so we can discuss your needs and ensure a welcoming environment for all.
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Getting here:
Free parking is available directly in front of the CCG/Core Values entrances. There are no specific designated accessible stalls, although there is plenty of free parking within a few meters from the entrances. CCG and Core Values are on the same street, next door to each other.
The closest bus stop (ROAM transit) is the Bow Valley Trail bus stop, located 280 m from the venue.
Safe Ride Home:
Three Sister’s Taxi is donating free taxi rides within Canmore (including Three Sisters area) to help people get to and from Canmore Pride festival events safely. Please ask a volunteer at the festival for a voucher, which must be presented to the driver at the start of your ride. (Rides are subject to availability).
Roam Transit has donated one-way bus passes to help attendees get between Banff and Canmore. Please talk to a volunteer at the festival to get a free pass (can be used on the Canmore-Banff Regional Route 3).
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Contact:
Please contact Kat Dittrich at skikat.d@gmail.com or @kat.dittrich on instagram if you have any additional questions.