Zack first started climbing during his time at Colgate University and devoted much of his time to the Outdoor Education program. When he wasn’t struggling on physics problem sets, he was leading other students on trips throughout the country while also establishing a firm devotion to the states in the upper right corner.
Originally from Sudbury, Massachusetts. Isaac came to Vermont in 2017 to begin college at Northern Vermont University, and has been in Vermont ever since.
Community has always been a big component of who, what, and why Petra has done what it does and supported our community the best way we know how... be a part of that support now..
If you've been into Petra Cliffs in the past few years, chances are you've interacted with GeneO at the front desk, in summer camp, or around the gym. Gene O is always smiling, always hungry to learn more about climbing and the industry, and seeks out challenges.
We're excited to have Tim Farr as our Staff Highlight for July! The man, the myth, and on his way to legendary status-- his name will go down in guidebooks for first ascents around Smuggs and Bolton, and we learn a little more about Tim's roots in his interview. Read on!
Our members make Petra Cliffs such a special place to be. If you’ve spent any time in the gym recently, you’ve probably seen Alex Wright hanging around. He’s checked in to the gym more than anyone else in 2019, so we figured we should get to know him a little better. Without further adieu, here’s Alex!
Kicking off our new Staff Spotlight series is Cate Beebe! Here's a bit about her, what she does for Petra Cliffs, and what she's excited about. Come on in and give her a high five and ask about her crazy cat!
You've seen them here a few times a week for as long as you can remember, and we want to give a spotlight on a couple of our favorite climbers in our community! Congrats to Susy and Serge Lazarev... you two ROCK!
If you're looking for that perfect fit- something that doesn't take up space but creates lasting memories- you've found it! Petra Cliffs offers Gift Cards and camp Gift Certificates for the adventurous kids in your life.
Registration is open for the October 13 USAC Youth Bouldering Competition! Register before September 30 to receive a t-shirt included in your registration.
Roses are red, Violets are blue, You want a fun Valentine's Day, And we want YOU! Treat someone special to a day climbing and laughing with Buy One Get One Free Beginner Packages. Includes
USA Youth Climbing Competition April 23: Registration Open
Saturday, April 23, Petra Cliffs will host a local competition for the 2016 USA Climbing sport & speed competition season. Register online now, link to waiver, and schedule.
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Happy International Women's Day! Tuesday, March 8
Come check out the events we'll have going on at Petra Cliffs!
Did you know that 1 in 4 Vermonters need food help? We’re taking action against hunger by participating in the Magic Hat Mardi Gras parade. Through programs and a network of 225 food shelves and meals sites, the Vermont Foodbank helps feed as many as 153,000 Vermonters each year. The Vermont Foodbank performs miracles through your donations : $10=30 meals !!! Thank you for your consideration to help end hunger in Vermont!
We would like to invite you to participate in Petra Cliffs SumMAT Camp 2016. We have been working hard already to ensure that we bring you the greatest adventure day camp in Northern Vermont (and arguably in the country, as we have several visitors from other countries!). For returning campers, we're getting outside every day- rain or shine- and our classic activities lend themselves to a choice of challenge levels. For older campers, we have overnight options to go farther, higher, and bigger than day camp. Check out our selection of Day Camps and Overnight Expeditions!
Meru had a very quick debut in Burlington, if you blinked you may have missed it! Here's your chance to see Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin, and Renan Ozturk's determination, heartbreak, friendship, sacrifice, hope and obsession on the high-stakes big wall of the Shark's Fin of Mount Meru, 21,000ft.
