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We empower women to ascend to new heights, both within and in the great outdoors, forging a brighter and more inclusive future for all.

10/16/2026

Have you missed our WOA rock climbing nights?! 🧗‍♀️✨ THEY’RE BACK.

We’ve officially got another Climb + Connect on the calendar, and we’d love to see you there!

Join us Tuesday, October 27 at 6:30 PM at The Front South Main for a casual, community-focused night of climbing, meeting new people, and maybe trying something completely new.

This night will be led by our new volunteer WOA climbing hosts 🙌 and, as always, you do not need to be an experienced climber to join us. Come solo. Come brand new. Come because you already climb and want more women to climb with. We’ll circle up, make introductions, and make sure everyone has people to connect with before we get started.

AND… want to see more climbing nights this winter?! 👀

We’re looking for a few more women interested in helping host future WOA climbing meetups at both THE FRONT - SLC & SOUTH MAIN and Momentum Climbing Utah ! You don’t have to be an expert or take on a huge commitment. We’re simply looking for friendly, welcoming women who love climbing and want to help create more opportunities for connection within the community.

🙋‍♀️ Interested in climbing with us on the 27th? RSVP through the Facebook event or join the WhatsApp Community Chat (links in bio).

🧗‍♀️ Interested in becoming a volunteer climbing host? Comment below or send us a DM!

Let’s get WOA climbing again. 💪

10/14/2026

The kind of Thursday night we want more of 🤝⛰️

Women On the Ascent × Rendezvous Run are teaming up for a women’s Trail Tune-Up on Thursday, October 29, and we’ve got a really fun evening planned.

Choose between a 3-mile or 5-mile scenic trail option, test out new gear, meet some new trail friends, then stick around for dinner + drinks afterward.

A few extras joining us 👀
• RAIDE running belt demos
• UltraSpire running light demos
• Saturday Strides socks for the first 50 attendees
• Saucony trail shoe demos
• Giveaways
• Dinner + drinks after the run

The trail is relatively flat, scenic, and approachable, making this a great women’s night out whether you’re newer to trail running or already spend plenty of time out there. Pick the distance that feels right, settle into a comfortable pace, and enjoy the evening with the crew.

🕠 Meet at 5:30 PM
📍 Rendezvous Run Store
1571 Redstone Center Dr #110, Park City

🍕 RSVP through the link in our bio so we can plan accordingly for dinner + drinks.

Come solo, bring a friend, try something new, and spend a fall Thursday night on the trails with us. 🍂

10/06/2026

Switching it up this October 🍂

We’re alternating Thursday trail runs + hikes this month, and this week we’re kicking things off with our first fall Thursday hike at Circle All Peak.

📍 Circle All Peak
🕔 Meet 5:00 PM
🥾 Start hiking 5:10 PM
~3.5 miles | ~1,555 ft gain

We’ll keep it social, regroup often, and take plenty of breaks on the way up. Bring a beverage/snacks for the summit, a warm layer, gloves for the way down, and definitely a headlamp.

Come solo, bring a friend, or tag a friend who should join us 🍁🥾

10/04/2026

We spend a lot of time moving.

Running trails, climbing mountains, chasing summits, filling our calendars, and pushing toward the next thing.

This fall, Women on the Ascent is making space to slow down, too. 🤍

Introducing the Slow Down Series, one evening each month designed to help us recover, reconnect, try something new, and spend time together beyond the trail.

October | Breathe + Reset
Guided breathwork with Tricia of Rooted Journey

November | Dinner + Film
Pizza, connection, and the Girl Winter Film Tour in Park City

December | Sound + Stillness
A community sound bath with Amanda of Lux Healing Arts before the holiday season gets into full swing

October and December are donation-based community events, made possible with support from our community sponsors, including Skincare Holistic & Beauty Practices in Murray, Tricia Sexton of Rooted Journey, and Amanda of Lux Healing Arts.

Tricia 🦋 Breathwork + Adventure Retreats
Amanda - Lux Healing Arts (Miss DJ Lux)
Cheryl Edvalson

Come to one. Come to all three. Bring a friend, or come solo and meet someone new.

One evening a month.
One new experience.
A little more room to slow down.

Details + RSVP through the link in bio.

Park City Film Davanza's Moonrise

09/29/2026

One last Bonanza lap before it closes for the season 🍂🚵‍♀️

Come ride with us Wednesday night through the golden aspens, soak up that unreal fall light, and stay afterward for chili and a little trailhead hang.

We’ll still be riding in the weeks ahead, but this is our last chance to squeeze in Bonanza before it closes, so we’re making a little evening of it.

This is a social ride. Come as you are, ride at your pace, meet someone new, and enjoy a beautiful fall night outside with the WOA crew.

5:30 pm meet
5:45 pm roll
~5 miles + ~640 ft vert
Bonanza Trailhead

After the ride, we’ll have pumpkin white bean chili, plus a vegetarian option. Bring your favorite drink, a chair, a blanket, and anything you’d like to share.

Carpooling is highly encouraged, so if you have a seat to offer or need a ride, drop it in the comments and let’s help each other get up there.

Comment if you’re staying for chili so we can get a headcount 💛

09/17/2026

Your sign to stop scrolling and actually show up. 👀

Next Thursday, Women on the Ascent and Flying Irish Running Club are teaming up for a community trail run built around exactly that: getting outside your comfort zone, meeting new people, and finding more people to share the miles with.

Two run communities. One night. No need to already know someone, have a crew, or be the fastest person on trail.

📍 3734 S Thousand Oaks Drive, Holladay  📅 Thursday, September 24 ⏰ 6:00 PM 🏃‍♀️ 4ish + 8ish mile options 🍻 Hog Wallow after

Can’t make the run? Come for the post-run hangs. We’ll be at Hog Wallow afterward.. just get there before 8:15 PM if you want to beat the cover charge for the band that night.

Come solo. Bring a friend. Meet someone new.

No RSVP. No overthinking it. Just show up. 🤝⛰️

08/17/2026

Hike. Learn. Connect. 🐾⛰️

This weekend, Women on the Ascent teamed up with Utah Mountain Lion Conservation for a morning in Ferguson Canyon learning more about one of Utah’s most fascinating wild residents.

Denise M. Peterson joined us on the trail to talk mountain lion behavior, conservation, coexistence, and the important role these animals play in our ecosystem. And yes, we had LOTS of questions.

A huge thank you to Denise and Utah Mountain Lion Conservation for sharing their knowledge with our community, and to all the women who joined us for a beautiful morning on the trail!

🐾 Want to get involved?

Follow Utah Mountain Lion Conservation to learn more about their work, educational efforts, volunteer opportunities, and ways to support mountain lion conservation here in Utah.

And now we want to know…

Who missed this one? And who wants to see another WOA x Utah Mountain Lion Conservation event? 👀🐾

Drop a 🐾 below if we should bring this one back.

07/31/2026

If you live in Salt Lake City, you know we share these mountains with mountain lions. But how much do you actually know about them? 🐾

Join Women on the Ascent for a Hike, Brunch & Learn with Utah Mountain Lion Conservation.

We’ll begin with a short talk and Q&A from Denise Utah Mountain Lion Conservation , then head out for a leisurely, no-drop hike through Ferguson Canyon with breaks as needed. Afterward, we’ll continue the conversation over optional brunch at Porcupine. ⛰️

🗓️ Saturday, August 15 ⏰ Meet at 8:30 AM 📍Ferguson Canyon Trailhead 7721 Timberline Drive, Cottonwood Heights

The Plan:
8:45–9:15 AM: Talk + Q&A  9:15 AM: Hike begins  Around 11:00 AM: Optional brunch at Porcupine

The Trail:
3.4 miles | 1,482’ gain  Dogs welcome 🐕
 Brunch is optional and self-pay

Come hike, learn, and spend the morning with us. ☕

07/28/2026

A bittersweet Friday morning with WOA Moms on the Move. 🤍

We gathered for one final event with Rachel Martin before she heads to Colorado and passes the torch to the next leaders of this community.

Rachel, thank you for building Moms on the Move and creating a space where women could get outside, connect, and feel supported through motherhood. What you started will continue because of the time, care, and heart you poured into it. 💞✨

We’ll miss you here in Utah, but Colorado is lucky to have you. 🫶

Lauren and Skylar are officially taking the reins. Moms on the Move will take a break this Friday, with August events coming soon. Check the Facebook group or join the WhatsApp to stay connected.

05/19/2026

Women on the Ascent x Flying Irish Running Club is back for our favorite kickoff-to-summer trail night 🍻🍉

And honestly… this is one of our favorite events of the year.

Join us Thursday, May 28 at 6:15 PM at Tunnel Springs Pavilion for an evening of trail miles, sunset views, yoga in the park, good food, and even better people.

👟 Nike trail shoe demo 🏃‍♀️ 4-mile trail run or hike to the towers + back 🧘‍♀️ Sunset yoga with  🍔 Post-run food + connection

Seasoned trail runner, brand new to trails, or simply looking for a reason to get outside with good humans… this night is for you.

Bring a yoga mat. Grab a friend. Come see what happens when two awesome communities collide 💛

6:15 PM • Tunnel Springs Pavilion
 All paces welcome.

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