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PARTNERS

First Outdoor Company builds genuine partnerships with companies who believe in our mission and has an authentic interest in supporting our programs. 

Old Wauhatchie Boulder Field

LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN CONSERVANCY

The Blk Out Fest Chattanooga, hosted at Old Wauhatchie Boulders, is brought to you in partnership with Lookout Mountain Conservancy. Lookout Mountain Conservancy leads the way in community-centered conservation and environmental education by providing equitable and inclusive access to the Mountain's natural beauty, wildlife habitats, recreational opportunities, and places of historical significance.

CORPORATE PARTNERS

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THE CRASH PAD

The Crash Pad is Chattanooga's ultimate outdoor destination and hostel for climbers and outdoor adventurers.  They provide a base camp and community hub for adventurous travelers.

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ORGANIC CLIMBING

Organic Climbing is a manufacturer of custom and standard crash pads, chalk bags, chalk buckets and bouldering. They are the official pad partner for the Blk Out Fest.

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central rock gym

Central Rock Gym provides access to high quality indoor rock climbing and fitness facilities along with east coast and southern areas of the United States. 

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LA SPORTIVA

La Sportiva produces technical products for the outdoors. Known for creating some of the best climbing shoes, they recently opened their first brick and mortar store in the U.S. in Boulder, Colorado. 

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

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CLIMBING 4 CHANGE

Climbing 4 Change, founded by Kai Lightner, is a non-profit organization dedicated to making connections and uplifting underserved minorities within the outdoor industry. 

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WE CLIMB CHATTANOOGA

WeClimb in a Chattanooga-based non-profit organization that uses rock climbing as a tool to help underserved youth become better versions of themselves and to increase diversity in the climbing world.

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