Rock-climbing is an outgrowth of outdoor climbing ... A climber is supposed to choose one color and stick with it to the top. There are two types of climbing: bouldering, which is done without ...

Rock climbing gyms are often located in more affluent ... young climbers through their first steps, many young women of color are left behind. Even when they do find their way to the wall, the ...

RELATED: PDX Climbers of Color offers community and climbing confidence Rock Haven’s weekly youth classes start with a warm-up before the climbers hit the wall. Some kids arrive eager to climb ...