Clayton Rardon Climbing became a keystone and formative part of Clay’s life in 2001 when he moved to Durango and immediately fell in love with crags, desert towers, and big walls throughout the west… he has lived and climbed coast to coast, and numerous locations worldwide. Remote wilderness climbing has a particularly special place in his heart.… Read More
John Connor John Connor has been climbing rocks for over 25 years, from boulders to big walls, across 20 US states, and many international crags. In addition to Friends of Joshua Tree, he serves as an Access Fund Board Director and is the founder and president of The Climbing Stewards. John was an original member of the… Read More
About Climb Smart Thanks for making Climb Smart 25 a Success! Stay tuned for 2026 dates to be announced. What It’s All About November 21-23, 2025 Climb Smart is a 3-day event, running all day Friday through Sunday on a special weekend in the Fall each year. Unique mini-clinics run by working guides at Joshua Tree National Park… Read More