The SRC 75th Anniversary
The Sydney Rockclimbing Club was established in 1951 and this year marks the 75th anniversary!
The club has a rich history, having been at the forefront of climbing development across the Blue Mountains and at our local Sydney crags since the beginning.
In celebration of this milestone, we will be holding a get-together at the Carrington Hotel in Katoomba on Saturday, October 17th, kicking off at 3pm and running to 10pm.
Climbing continues to develop, and the event will reflect this evolution as a mix of speakers and guests will cover the early days of the club and those pioneering exploits right up to insights into the latest developments of the sport. There is a rough agenda below.
I hope also it will be a reflection on where to next for the club. Certainly, it will be an evening to remember.
Given the venue, we have very limited places and bookings are essential. There'll be no 'walk-ins' so let me know if you are interested in attending (free to SRC members).
Cheers
Ian
President SRC
president.sydneyrockies@gmail.
A Celebration of Climbing History and Global Adventure
Afternoon Sessions: The Foundations & Pioneer Eras
- The ‘Old SRC’ & Early Rock Legends: The afternoon kicks off with a look back at historical climbing during the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. This block covers the formation of the Sydney Rockclimbing Club (SRC) and celebrates the foundational impact of early Australian rock climbing legends Bryden Allen and John Ewbank.
- Women Pioneers of Climbing: A dedicated session highlighting the trailblazing women who shaped the sport, focusing closely on the early female climbers of the SRC.
- Through the Lens (1960s–1970s): An exploration of vintage climbing photography, featuring iconic imagery and stories from photographers John Davis and Gary Steer.
Evening Sessions: Epic Ascents & Global Expeditions
- The Balls Pyramid Ascent: A segment dedicated to the thrilling story and challenge of conquering Balls Pyramid, the world's tallest volcanic stack.
- Climbing and Mountaineering: Hear firsthand reflections from Tim Macartney-Snape who made history as the first Australian to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
- Horizons with Greg Child: Renowned mountaineer and author Greg Child takes the stage to recount his high-stakes climbing adventures spanning Yosemite, the rugged peaks of the Karakoram, and the wilds of Alaska.
