REGISTRATION + SCHOLARSHIPS
Flash Foxy MINI FEST • presented by arc’teryx
Gunks, NY • October 2-4, 2026
*This event is rain or shine. No refunds. Festival schedule and programming are always subject to change.
Sliding-Scale Tickets
We strongly believe in keeping the festival affordable so that folks of all situations who love climbing can attend which is why we have a “pay more if you are willing and able” model. The standard registration cost for the weekend is $250 - but we have also created options for lower cost and higher cost tickets ranging from $150 to $300. Every Pay-it-forward pass sold directly funds Lower-cost tickets for your community!!! Lower-cost passes will be released in limited batches (as funded) on August 1st, September 1st, and September 15th.
There are also full scholarships available (keep scrolling for more info) and opportunities to volunteer (click here for details).
As always, $5 from each ticket sale will be donated to a local Indigenous organization.
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The first 25 festival passes sold July 1st through July 31st will include a super sweet perk - early access to clinic registration!!! We’ll send you the clinic registration link 24-hours before everyone else!! PLUS - Early Birds get a discount standard ticket price of only $200. Standard ticket price goes up to $250 on August 1st (or when Early Bird passes sell out).
*Standard and Pay-it-forward passes are also available with Early Bird perks for those who are able to support our sliding-scale model. Lower-cost passes are not eligible for Early Bird perks.
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This is the typical cost of a Flash Foxy festival pass.
BUY THIS PASS IF: I can pay for basic necessities and some luxury items like a climbing gym membership. I am able to afford or save up for occasional weekend trips and the costs associated with that (rental car, park fees, owning gear, etc).
*Please also consider that income is not the same as wealth. Income is the amount of money you make. Wealth is passed down from generation to generation and usually takes the form of inheritances, land ownership, and/or earning power. We ask that you take into account not only your income but also your wealth when choosing your price point within our sliding scale.
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Every Pay-it-forward Pass sold helps fund Lower-cost Festival Pass for the community!
BUY THIS PASS IF: I can afford regular weekend trips and the costs associated with that (rental car, park fees, owning gear, etc)
*Please also consider that income is not the same as wealth. Income is the amount of money you make. Wealth is passed down from generation to generation and usually takes the form of inheritances, land ownership, and/or earning power. We ask that you take into account not only your income but also your wealth when choosing your price point within our sliding scale.
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Every Pay-it-forward x2 Pass sold unlocks ONE $150 Lowest-cost Festival Pass for the community <3
BUY THIS PASS IF: I am financially comfortable and able to help support scholarships for future course participants
*Please also consider that income is not the same as wealth. Income is the amount of money you make. Wealth is passed down from generation to generation and usually takes the form of inheritances, land ownership, and/or earning power. We ask that you take into account not only your income but also your wealth when choosing your price point within our sliding scale.
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Lower-cost passes are EXTREMELY LIMITED because they are directly funded by Pay-it-Forward Passes. Lower-cost passes will be released in limited batches, as funded, on the following dates:
August 1st @ 12pm EST
September 1st @ 12pm EST
September 15th @ 12pm EST
BUY THIS PASS IF: I can pay for basic necessities, but I do not have extra income for things like a climbing gym membership.
*Please also consider that income is not the same as wealth. Income is the amount of money you make. Wealth is passed down from generation to generation and usually takes the form of inheritances, land ownership, and/or earning power. We ask that you take into account not only your income but also your wealth when choosing your price point within our sliding scale.
What’s included with my Festival Pass?
A lot! But not everything, read below for full details.
Check out the Schedule for more details about weekend offerings.
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ALL WEEKEND: Complimentary entry to Mohonk Preserve (value $20 per day)
FRIDAY: Climber Coffee, Meetups, Pizza Party, Arts & Crafts, Garment & Gear Glow Up Station, Welcome Presentation, Evening Activity, DJ Dance Party
SATURDAY: Light Breakfast, Climbing Demos, Meetups, Workshops, Arts & Crafts, Garment & Gear Glow Up Station, Group Dinner, Social Hour, Evening Program, Raffle Fundraiser
SUNDAY: Panel Discussion, Light Breakfast, Stewardship Project, Community Slideshow Presentation
SWAG from our generous sponsors!
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Clinics: $160 per clinic day. Registration is open only to festival ticket holders. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds or transfers for clinics. Clinic registration opens on September 1st @ 12pm EST.
Lodging: see Lodging + Local Beta for our reccomendations!
Climbing Equipment Rental: All participants are responsible for their own climbing equipment. Shoe + harness demos will be available from our sponsors, however access to demos is not guaranteed. Climbing helmets are required for all clinics and are strongly recommended for all festival participants. Helmet rentals must be coordinated in advanced, but we suggest getting your own to keep ;)
Transportation: All festival ticket holders will receive a link to a private Discord channel help coordinate transportation. This link can be found in the festival linktree (it’s in your Eventbrite confirmation email, save it!!). All participants are responsible for their own transportation to/from the festival and to/from venues throughout the weekend. Access to a vehicle is necessary for getting to climbing areas independently. We highly encourage festival participants to carpool!
No Refunds: This event is rain or shine. We cannot guarantee weather conditions, crag conditions or any other element of climbing, road or trail access. There are NO REFUNDS for this event.
Scholarships
Application Open 7/1-7/31/2026.
Our Mission is to provide accessible resources and opportunities for women and genderqueer climbers to connect and build community. That’s why we are excited to offer FULL SCHOLARSHIPS to the Flash Foxy Mini Fest in New Paltz, NY!!!
Flash Foxy is committed to uplifting climbers who need a space to connect away from narratives that tell them they don’t belong. We hold the belief that no one is “self-made” and therefore Flash Foxy is committed to being in conversation with other anti-oppressive organizations to disseminate knowledge, power, and resources through programs like the Flash Foxy Scholarship Fund and Community Partnerships.
Check out the 2026 Flash Foxy Mini Fest Scholarship Opportunities below!
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ONE Scholarship is reserved for an adaptive climber. Apply via the application below!
Application open 7/1-7/31/2026.
Email events@flashfoxy.comwith any questions or to discuss your accessibility needs!
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ONE Scholarship is reserved for Black climbers, Indigenous climbers, and/or climbers of color. Apply via the application below!
Application open 7/1-7/31/2026.
Email events@flashfoxy.comwith any questions!
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ONE Scholarship is reserved for a transgender climber. Transgender climbers of all identities are welcome to apply. Apply via the application below!
Application open 7/1-7/31/2026.
Email events@flashfoxy.comwith any questions!
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TWO Scholarships are open to women and genderqueer climbers of all ages, skill levels, and abilities. Apply via the application below!
Application open 7/1-7/31/2026.
Email events@flashfoxy.comwith any questions!
Venues
+ Accessibility
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Google Maps: Samuel F. Pryor Shawangunks Campground
About the Venue: Samuel F. Pryor Shawangunks Campground (aka AAC Gunks Campground) will be our venue for morning programming throughout the weekend including: Friday Climber Coffee; Saturday Breakfast, Foxy Fair, & Workshops; and Sunday Breakfast, Workshop, & Stewardship Send-off. Programming will take place at the pavilion, campfire area, parking lot, and adjacent grassy field. The pavilion and parking lot are flat paved surfaces. The campfire area has a flat gravel surface. The grassy field has hilly and uneven terrain. Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available.
Parking & Directions: The Campground is located on NY-299 approximate 0.5 miles from the intersection with US-44, or approximately 5.5 miles from Rock and Snow in New Paltz. Accessible parking is available. Please carpool whenever possible and read all posted signage regarding reserved parking for specific campsites.
Campground Website: American Alpine Club
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Google Maps: Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
About the Venue: The Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center Terrace will be the venue for our Friday Opening Party and Saturday afternoon/evening programming. The Visitor Center Terrace is a covered outdoor space and is wheelchair accessible space. Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available.
Parking & Directions: The Visitor Center is located on US-44 approximately 1.2 miles from the AAC Gunks Campground. When exiting the campground, you’ll take a left onto NY-299 and then a right on US-44 at the intersection. There is a large parking lot with accessible parking available. It is also possible to walk up a trail to the Visitor Center from the Campground!
Venue Website: Mohonk Preserve
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Google Maps: Rock and Snow Annex
About the Venue: The Rock and Snow Annex will be our venue for the Sunday evening community slideshow presentation. The Annex is an indoor venue with accessible bathrooms available.
Parking & Directions: The Rock and Snow Annex is the large building between the Rock and Snow parking lot and Snug Harbor bar on Main Street in New Paltz. From the AAC Gunks Campground, take a right and drive approximately 5.5 miles into New Paltz. Rock and Snow will be on the right hand side before the traffic light. Accessible parking is available in the Rock and Snow parking lot. Street parking is also available.
Venue Website: Rock and Snow
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All primary festival activities will be held at wheelchair accessible venues and will have accessible bathrooms.
ASL interpreters can be coordinated upon request. Please email events@flashfoxy.com to discuss your needs.
Approaches differ by climbing area. Details about approaches can be found on our website, or can be found on Mountain Project.
Have an accessibility concern? Reach out to events@flashfoxy.com and we’ll see how we can help!
We are always working to make Flash Foxy events more inclusive and welcoming spaces, please let us know what we can do to make our event more accessible for you. Unfortunately, we are not always able to arrange accommodations, but we will do our best and will provide honest answers about the our event spaces, staff capabilities and the activities that take place at our festivals. Thank you for learning and growing with us!