MEetups
Flash Foxy Climbing Festival • Bishop • march 13-15, 2026
Schedule is always subject to change. All programs run rain-or-shine. No refunds.
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Meetups are free and are INCLUDED with your festival pass, just show up!
These Meetups are open only to registered festival participants.
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All location listings are tentative and subject to change day-of. If you have an accessibility concern related to venue locations please email events@flashfoxy.com and we can put you in touch with the meetup organizers!
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Climbing gear is NOT provided for meetups. Meetup leaders and participants are required to supply their own climbing gear. Groups will discuss gear needs at the festival venue prior to meetup departure.
There will be climbing harness, shoe and helmet demos available on SATURDAY for festival participants.
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Meetups are not guided or instructional in nature. They are opportunities for participants to meet each other and find new friends to climb with. Meetup leaders will be familiar with local climbing. We encourage all participants and meetup leaders to make informed risk decisions and have conversations about risk and experience with all new climbing partners. Remember, climbing is inherently dangerous and you are responsible for your own safety.
Meetup SCHEDULE
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Bouldering Basics with The People’s Climbing Crew
Get Stoked with Trans Folks with Wall Dolls
Mamas + More Meetup with Mamas Who Climb
Foxy Friends & Colorful Sends with Cruxing in Color
Queer the Crag with Queer Crush
Hold Onto Heritage: POC Potluck & Ropes with Nom Nom Club
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Black Bouldering Sesh with Outdoor Afro
VB-V3 Spree with MoBiBo
Bolt Baddies with Eastern Sierra Pride
Good Vibes in the Gorge with Eastern Sierra Climbers of Color
Bringin’ Joy to the Sads with Salt Lake Area Queer Climbers
ASL Climbing Meetup with ASL Climbing Network
Care for the Crag with Yosemite Climbing Association
Friday
Friday Climber Coffee
Bouldering basics
with The People’s Climbing Crew
PCC was created to expand the reach of the organization’s mission: break down barriers between the outdoors and People of Global Majority (PGM)/Black, Indigenous, People of Color. PCC is committed to forging new pathways aimed at improving accessibility to outdoor recreation and education. PCC serves PGM youth and adults who are looking to redefine their relationship to the land through climbing. Our initiatives cultivate inclusive and equitable learning opportunities where individuals from historically disenfranchised communities can build self-efficacy and exchange skills and knowledge, while also exploring nature alongside a newly acquired trusted community.
This meetup is for: BIPOC climbers!
Friday Climber Coffee
Get Stoked with Trans Folks
with Wall Dolls
We're Wall Dolls, a trans femme climbing club that mostly hosts monthly meetups at climbing gyms in the bay area. We're constantly growing and are up to 6 meetups in the Bay Area and one in Chicago every month! We're also hoping to host more outdoor meetups this year. We had an amazing time at Flash Foxy in Bishop and Mammoth last year and would love to do it again. As someone who attended Flash Foxy in prior years, it was so beautiful seeing so many more trans femmes attend and quickly find community both with each other and the larger climber community!
This meetup is for: Transgender climbers and allies!
Friday Climber Coffee
mamas + more MEETUP
with MOMMAS (Mothers Out Moving Mountains And Selves) Who Climb
A welcoming, supportive climbing session for moms, parents, and caregivers of all levels. Whether you’re sending hard routes or tying in for the first time in years, this space is about movement, connection, and encouragement. Expect laughter, strong belays, and a whole lot of cheering. We’re here to climb, move, laugh, rest, cheer loudly, and remind each other that strength doesn’t disappear after parenthood — it just changes shape. All levels welcome. All bodies welcome. Come as you are… with snacks! This meetup is for climbers who raise kiddos, whether you’re a Mommy, Maddy, Nommy, Mapa, or Dad - or anyone who cares for children - this meetup is for you!
This meetup is for: Anyone that identifies as Mommy, Maddy, Nommy, Mapa, or Dad that want to connect with other MMNMs through climbing and other activities!
Friday Climber Coffee
Foxy Friends & Colorful Sends
with Cruxing in Color
Foxy Friends and Colorful Sends is a bouldering meetup with Cruxing in Color centered on connection, joy, and shared stoke. This space is BIPOC-centered and ally-welcoming, created to support climbers who don’t often see themselves represented in outdoor spaces. Whether you’re tying in for the first time or chasing a clean send, come climb, snack, cheer each other on, and build community in a space rooted in care, respect, and belonging.
This meetup is for: BIPOC climbers and allies!
Friday Climber Coffee
QUEER THE CRAG
with Queer Crush
Join Queer Crush for a queer-tastic day out in the Tablelands! We will be meeting at the lower parking lot (Chalk Bluff Rd) and heading up from there.
This meetup is for: LGBTQ+ climbers!
Friday Climber Coffee
Hold Onto Heritage: POC Potluck & Ropes
with Nom Nom Club
Join Nom Nom Club for our second year of POC Potluck & Ropes! Hosts Nat 徐婷星 (she/her) and Jay 雷貽丰 (they/them) will be helping set single pitch routes: potentially both trad and sport, while providing cultural crag snacks including dumplings and gimbap. The first 18 sign-ups receive a sticker and an edible chocolate carabiner! Last year we had over 25 contributions to a generous feast! Bring the cultural foods you want to see more of at the crag, whatever connects you to your heritage. Sign up here: http://bit.ly/3NriHOG
This meetup is for: People of Color!
SATURDAY
Saturday Foxy Fair
Black Bouldering Sesh
with Outdoor Afro
Outdoor Afro will host a low-pressure, community-focused bouldering sesh centered on connection beyond the climb, with shared pads, shared snacks, and plenty of time to hang. This meetup is designed as an accessible entry point for folks who may be new to outdoor bouldering, new to climbing festivals, or simply looking for a softer landing within a high-energy weekend. Participants are invited to climb at their own pace, build community, and enjoy food together in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
This meetup is for: Black climbers and Black-identifying folks, as well as allies who support Outdoor Afro’s mission!
Saturday Foxy Fair
VB-v3 Spree
with MoBiBo (Moderate Bishop Bouldering)
A circuit of the most approachable boulders at the Buttermilks in a supportive and fun environment, starting at the birthday boulder!
This meetup is for: Everyone!
Saturday Foxy Fair
Bolt Baddies
with Eastern Sierra Pride
As a local non-profit, our mission is to foster safe, inclusive, and fun spaces for 2SLGBTQIAP+ individuals and allies who come to Flash Foxy. We host year-round meet-ups as part of our efforts to build meaningful connections with both local and visiting climbers who love exploring the Eastern Sierra. This event is a key part of cultivating a vibrant 2SLGBTQIAP+ climbing community.
This meetup is for: 2SLGBTQIAP+ folks and allies!
Saturday Foxy Fair
good vibes in the gorge
with Eastern Sierra Climbers of Color
Eastern Sierra Climbers of Color (ESCoC) will be getting together to sport climb! We will be headed to Owens River Gorge for some chill climbing and vibin'. Whether you're new to the sport or hella experienced, we wanna hang out! We'll bring some gear, snacks to share, and water color paint supplies!
This meetup is for: BIPOC climbers and allies!
Saturday Foxy Fair
bringin’ joy to the sads
with Salt Lake Area Queer Climbers (SLAQC)
This bouldering meetup is for those are new to the crag and excited about getting outdoors. Our hosts will pick a chill, accessible spot perfect for bouldering and swapping some gym-to-crag beta. This isn't a clinic—it's about finding friendly, supportive partners and a crew that will help folks gain confidence, learn outdoor etiquette, and feel totally welcome taking up space on the rock. Come for the community, stay for the sends!
This meetup is for: Queer climbers!
Saturday Foxy Fair
asl climbing meetup
with ASL Climbing Network
ASL Climbing Network present the ASL Climbing Meetup! Discover and apply climbing skills and communication strategies for an inclusive outdoor experience that benefits everyone! Deaf, Hard-Of-Hearing, and Hearing are all invited. All levels of climbers and signers are welcome! ASLize the climbing experience!
This meetup is for: Everyone!
Saturday Foxy Fair
Care For the Crag
with Yosemite Climbing Associate
more details coming soon!
Climbing Areas
FREE access to KAYA Digital Guidebook! Fill out this link by March 12th!!
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Google Maps: Happy Boulders
The Happy Boulders has climbs of all shapes and sizes on friendly volcanic rock. This is a great place for newer boulderers to explore Bishop climbing!
Approach + Trail Surface: moderate-steep uphill 0.5-1.0 miles on soft sand. Trails between climbing areas are mixed terrain including low flat boulders, packed sand and soft sand.
Directions: The Happy Boulders can be accessed by two different routes out of Bishop. From Main Street (395) you can take the junction for Highway 6. Then turn left onto Five Bridges Road and continue until you reach the intersection at which you will turn left onto Chalk Bluff road. Continue down Chalk Bluff road for 2.3 miles until you reach the Happy Boulder parking. From Main Street (395) continue north out of Bishop as if you were driving to Mammoth. Turn Right onto Pleasant Valley Dam Road and continue on it until you get past the County campground. Turn right onto Chalk Bluff road and continue for about 3.6 miles until you reach the Happy Boulders parking area.
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Google Maps: Buttermilks
The Buttermilks hosts iconic boulders beneath large beautiful mountains. The rock is sharp, the landings are flat, and the boulders tend to be pretty tall. This area is best for folks with a bit more bouldering experience.
Approach + Trail Surface: mild-moderate uphill 0.25-0.5 miles on packed dirt/sand/gravel mix. Trails between boulders are packed dirt/sand/gravel mix
Directions: Turn off State Route 168 about 7 miles west of Bishop onto Buttermilk Road. There is parking available along the roadside. The Department of Water and Power land is closed to camping. Inquire at the White Mountain Ranger Station for camping information and a map. DRIVE SLOW on Buttermilk Road, it has been known to crack oil pans of low clearance speeding vehicles
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Google Maps:Owens River Gorge
The Owens River Gorge has sport climbs on volcanic tuff that shines in the 5.10 and up grades, although there are also ample options in the lower-grade ranges. The approach can be arduous and steep, and often includes river crossings. The central and upper gorge are better suited to intermediate/advanced climbers. The lower gorge has better options for newer climbers.
Approach + Trail Surface: mild-steep terrain 0.5-1.0 miles. Length and difficulty of approaches vary. Trail surfaces include: packed dirt roads, large steep gravel stairs, scrambling over large boulders on steep terrain and crossing rivers using logs as bridges.
Directions: From Bishop go North on 395 to the Paradise Swall Meadows exit and turn right. Go approximately 1/2 mile and at the T intersection turn left (Gorge Rd). There are 3 parking areas to choose depending on where in the Gorge you wish to climb. The first parking area is 3.3 miles from the intersection of Gorge road and 395. Adjacent to the parking area you will go through a gate and follow the paved central gorge power station road for 1 mile down to the Central gorge power station. The second parking area also accesses the central gorge and ends just uphill from the central gorge power station. You will find a trail adjacent to the parking area that goes down a steep 2nd/3rd class loose gully. Be careful not to dislodge anything because there are climbs below the gully. This parking area is 4.8 miles up the Gorge road from the intersection of Gorge Road and 395. The last parking area is for the upper gorge. This parking area is 6.4 miles up Gorge Road from the intersection of Gorge Road and 395. You will park off the pavement and walk through a gate down the paved upper power plant road approximately 1/2 mile then drop into a 3rd class gully. There is a trail along the entire length of the bottom of the gorge so you can use any of the access points to access all climbs at Owens.
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Google Maps: Alabama Hills
The Alabama Hills sits beneath Mount Whitney and hosts gorgeous views of the Eastern Sierra. You’ll find sport bolted granite climbing on beautiful, brown patina with minimal approaches. This area is excellent for beginner and intermediate climbers!
Approach + Trail Surface: many areas can be approached within 100ft of parking. Some areas may have longer approaches and may depend on road conditions. Trail surface is packed dirt/sand with occasional scrambling to access specific climbs.
Directions: Take Whitney Portal Road off US 395 to this area. Most of the climbing is accessed from Movie Road, which heads north from the Whitney Portal Road.