Climb Avy Aware

01/25/2026

Climb smarter in the backcountry with Climb Avy Aware!

Join us for an evening with Climb Avy Aware (CAA), and build skills for safely enjoying Colorado's famous backcountry ice.

Gain access to tools and insight from CAA's top analysts. Put your knowledge to the test with ATES Bingo, an interactive game exploring risk and chance in the backcountry. Enjoy a live tool sharpening demo from guidebook author and ice climber Rob Griz, tested on real ice!

A silent auction will run throughout the event, supporting CAA and its mission of empowering Colorado ice climbers through avalanche education.

RSVP Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beyond-thin-ice-avy-safety-ice-climbing-tickets-1981232087507

01/03/2026

So excited for the year ahead! Stay tuned!

12/09/2025

Happy Colorado Gives Day!

Help us reach our goal. Only 8 donations (big or small) away!

Support Climb Avy Aware’s mission to make ice climbing safer through education and outreach.

12/03/2025

Only 6 days left of our Colorado Gives Campaign!

Consider supporting Climb Avy Aware today. We are 18 donors away from meeting our goal!

Support Climb Avy Aware’s mission to make ice climbing safer through education and outreach.

11/26/2025

We’re kicking off the climbing season at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport in Broomfield, CO with an incredible effort by Mike Soucy, photographer Rob Bauer, and pilot Steve Erickson.

Together, they documented 48 routes in Rocky Mountain National Park for this season’s ATES analysis. Their work lays the foundation for safer ice climbs and sets the tone for a season full of exploration, challenge, and unforgettable climbs in the Rockies.

Stay tuned for more exciting updates!

11/15/2025

Climb Avy Aware is joining Colorado Gives Day for the first time!

We’re excited to announce that we’re part of Colorado Gives Day 2025 — a statewide movement that supports nonprofits across Colorado.

Only 2 East Steps:

1. Click our direct Colorado Gives Day link here: https://www.coloradogives.org/story/climbavyaware

2. Make a donation anytime before December 9th

DONE!
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How It Works
All nonprofits receive a percentage of the fund equal to the percentage they raise for Colorado Gives Day. So, if they raise 10%, they get 10% of the Incentive Fund.

Your support on Colorado Gives Day helps fund avalanche awareness education, film projects, and community outreach to keep our mountain community informed and safe.
Together, we can make every climb a safe one.

11/07/2025

🌄 Big News! Climb Avy Aware is joining Colorado Gives Day for the first time! 🌄

We’re excited to announce that we’re part of Colorado Gives Day 2025 — a statewide movement that supports nonprofits across Colorado.
Only 2 East Steps:

1. Click our direct Colorado Gives Day link here: https://www.coloradogives.org/story/climbavyaware

2. Make a donation anytime before December 9

DONE!
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How It Works
All nonprofits receive a percentage of the fund equal to the percentage they raise for Colorado Gives Day. So, if they raise 10%, they get 10% of the Incentive Fund.

Your support on Colorado Gives Day helps fund avalanche awareness education, film projects, and community outreach to keep our mountain community informed and safe.
Together, we can make every climb a safe one.

Support Climb Avy Aware’s mission to make ice climbing safer through education and outreach.

10/30/2025

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Winter Event yesterday at Black Diamond! We hope you enjoyed the presentation and learning more about CAA and the amazing projects on the horizon!

10/25/2025

🎿❄️ Winter Sports Night is almost here!
Join us at Black Diamond Boulder (1427 Pearl St) on Oct 29 from 6–8 PM for a fun evening of winter stoke!

✅ Learn about the work of Climb Avy Aware
🎯 Play the ATES Risk Game
🧗‍♀️ Meet CMC Trip Leaders
🏔️ Get psyched for winter sports—snowshoeing, Nordic skiing, ice climbing & more!

🎁 Plus, all attendees get an in-store discount on Black Diamond gear for the night.

10/12/2025

Winter is Coming-and So Are the Ratings!

Our team is gearing up to begin ATES terrain ratings!

Every route we assess brings us closer to a safer, more accessible climbing community — one where knowledge is shared freely and safety is part of every adventure.

Stay tuned for updates, behind-the-scenes looks at our fieldwork, and stories from the mountains. Let’s climb smart, stay aware, and look out for one another out there.

09/14/2025

As the ice begins to form and climbers return to the mountains, I find myself reflecting on the power of community—and the legacy that continues to guide us.

This season marks another chapter in Climb Avy Aware’s mission to protect lives through avalanche education and climbing safety. And it begins with you.

Dara built this organization with vision, grit, and a deep love for the ice climbing community. Her legacy lives on in every workshop we host, every climber we educate, and every life we help protect. Your memorial gift in her honor will help carry that legacy forward. And today, I invite you to continue that impact—through a one-time or monthly gift that fuels the season ahead.

At Climb Avy Aware, we believe that every climb should be informed, intentional, and safe. This season, we’re launching new educational tools, expanding our reach, and deepening our commitment to honoring legacy through action. Your support makes that possible.
Thank you for standing with us. Thank you for remembering. With your support, we’ll carry Dara’s vision forward—educating, protecting, and empowering climbers for seasons to come.

In solidarity and with gratitude,

Robin Miles
President
Climb Avy Aware

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09/12/2025

4 DAYS AWAY! We’re heading to Get Boulder Outdoors — and we want to see YOU there!
📅 Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
🕘 9 AM – 4 PM
📍 13th St. between Pennsylvania & College Ave

Climb Avy Aware will have a table at this incredible outdoor celebration sponsored by The North Face and REI Co-op. Stop by to:
-Learn more about our work advancing climbing safety and avalanche awareness
-Meet our passionate team who’s out there making a difference
-Play ATES Bingo for a chance to win an amazing giveaway — trust us, you don’t want to miss it!

Whether you're a seasoned climber or just love the outdoors, come connect with us and explore how we’re building safer, smarter mountain communities.
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Climb Avy Aware is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing ice climbing safety and avalanche awareness through education, outreach, and community engagement. We honor legacy while empowering climbers with the tools and knowledge they need to make informed decisions in the mountains.