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Welcome To The

ASCEND Blog

Our blog is home to ASCEND's large and special event and programs announcements, as well as promotions and sales, exciting news, and thoughtful editorials.

Blog

All posts by date published.

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Climbing Helmet: A Short History of Protecting our Heads

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Why are there so many [freaking] kids at the crags these days? Five possible reasons…

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Coaching ASCEND’s Youth Competition Team, During Competition Season

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Exploring Hangboards

Events

ASCEND's front page events.

View all Event posts in our blog archive.

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Rustbelt Roadtrip Redpoint Series (R³S)

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WOW-tdoor Climbing Trips

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ASCEND Acro Fest - Summer 2026

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Wag At The Crag

Promotions

Who doesn't love a good deal?

View all Promotional posts in our blog archive.

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July 2026 Mega Member Perk

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Off-Peak Summer Day Pass Special

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Father's Day Weekend Specials 2026

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2026 Summer Membership + Punch Pass Special

News

Accolades, partnerships, and more!

View all News entries in our blog archive.

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Bad Sauna

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Off-Peak Summer Day Pass Special

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June Is ASCEND Safety Month

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Football Draft Weekend Special

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