To promote affordable access to the outdoors, we offer Open Climbs throughout the summer—guided climbing days open to anyone for just $25. These events are a great way for people to connect with others in the community they might not otherwise cross paths with, and they provide an accessible option for those who may not be able to afford a full day of private guiding.
In addition to our general Open Climbs, Apex also hosts Queer Open Climbs (QOC). We’ve had the privilege of meeting so many incredible people through our vibrant queer climbing community, and it’s been amazing to watch familiar faces return season after season. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to experience the joy, challenge, and healing that time outside can offer—regardless of financial barriers.
Get your friends to sign up, too—any extra proceeds from these climbs are donated to local LGBTQ centers in Madison and Milwaukee!
Click here to sign up! We’re offering 5 dates throughout the 2025 summer:
May 24th – June 21 – July 19 – August 23 – September 20
We will send out occasional announcements or updates, and if you’re enrolled, we will send out meeting location information the week of the event.