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Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness Champions Environmental Conservation in 2025 Fundraising Initiative

As the leading network of climbing gyms in the U.S., Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness is excited to announce its commitment to environmental stewardship through a 2025 fundraising campaign aimed at supporting Access Fund's Climbers for Public Lands initiative. From June 2 to June 13, the company will match every donation made to Access Fund up to $50,000, amplifying the impact of climbers dedicated to preserving America’s natural climbing resources and public lands.

Climbing is not merely a physical activity; it fosters a deep connection with nature and promotes personal growth within a community. Yet, a staggering 60% of climbing venues in the U.S. exist on federal lands currently at risk due to budget cuts, overuse, and development threats. The Access Fund actively addresses these challenges through its Conservation Team and Climber Stewards, who work diligently year-round to promote Leave No Trace principles, develop sustainable trails, and advocate for climbing access.

Anne-Worley Moelter, CEO of Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness, stated, "At Movement, we understand that climbing and conservation are intertwined. Our matching campaign invites every climber to amplify their impact and safeguard the very lands where our community connects, explores, and grows."

Through this fundraising initiative, each dollar contributed will significantly enhance various ongoing projects, including:

• - Expanding Climber Steward Programs: This initiative aims to educate more outdoor enthusiasts on responsible recreation and the historical significance of Indigenous lands.
• - Deploying Conservation Teams: Teams will focus on restoring trails, stabilizing vulnerable crags, and collaborating with land managers to ensure sustainable climbing practices.
• - Sustaining Critical Stewardship: As federal funding diminishes, these efforts become increasingly crucial to maintaining access to climbing areas.

Heather Thorne, Executive Director at Access Fund, remarked, "We are ecstatic to join forces with Movement for this essential campaign. Their commitment encourages climbers to take a stand for conservation, ensuring that our precious public lands remain accessible for future generations."

As part of its Move with Purpose program, Movement collaborates with organizations that aim to dismantle economic and social barriers to outdoor access while promoting stewardship practices that maintain the integrity of climbing spaces for generations ahead. This partnership with Access Fund represents a core element of the Move with Purpose initiative, reflecting Movement’s dedication to environmental conservation.

Climbers across the country are encouraged to participate in this essential effort to protect public lands and double their impact by donating during the campaign. For more information on this campaign and how to contribute, visit Movement Gyms' official site.

About Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness

Movement is recognized as the nation’s largest indoor climbing gym community, striving to cultivate the climbing spirit through a vision that empowers personal transformation. Their facilities offer a range of amenities including bouldering, top-roping, lead climbing, yoga studios, fitness zones, and climbing gear shops, catering to everyone from competitive climbers to families. To learn more about locations, membership, and educational opportunities, visit Movement Gyms.