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New Guide to West Virginia - Smoke Hole Canyon, Franklin, and more!

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Dallas Branum · · Denver, CO · Joined Aug 2013 · Points: 1,135

Hey all - This is not my project, but it's something I highly believe in. Please take a moment to support this guide so that we can can ensure proper access to this little known climbing gem! This will also help relieve some pressure on nearby areas (Franklin,) by offering high quality alternatives in the area.

A Climbers' Guide to Smoke Hole Canyon, West Virginia

Superman 5.7 Reed's Creek

This thing is print-ready, and just waiting for the funds. Folks are applying for an AAC grant for trails & waste management. This benefits all regional climbers, with routes from 5.5. to 13+!

The book includes six major areas (Franklin, Reeds, Entrance, Copperhead, Long Branch, and Guide, with color picture topos as well as Mike Fisher's topo of Reeds Creek.

Approaches are mostly short.

Please help, and spread the word!

Dallas Branum · · Denver, CO · Joined Aug 2013 · Points: 1,135

Bump, because this needs some love!

William Sonoma · · Unknown Hometown · Joined Dec 2012 · Points: 3,550

I saw the video and this place definitly looks like a fun spot to check out. I like that some areas/routes require a boat to get to. Adds a little of the adventure feel to the experience.

Very cool you're promoting this dude!

Dallas Branum · · Denver, CO · Joined Aug 2013 · Points: 1,135

There is definitely a lot of adventure climbing in the area! Do us a favor and share this with any friends that you think may be interested!

Slartibartfast · · Magrathea · Joined Jun 2013 · Points: 0

Bump! This guidebook needs to happen.

Dallas Branum · · Denver, CO · Joined Aug 2013 · Points: 1,135

Thanks Slarti!

Guideline #1: Don't be a jerk.

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