The Teton Climbers’ Coalition (TCC) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the 2024 CAM (Climbing Anchor Maintenance) Project, which has bolstered safety and preserved climbing heritage at three popular Teton climbing locations: Hoback Shield, Rodeo Wall, and Blacktail Butte. These achievements underscore TCC’s dedication to stewardship and safety, reinforcing the Teton climbing community’s commitment to sustainable climbing practices and the responsible maintenance of climbing resources.
Hoback Shield
At the Hoback Shield, one of Teton County’s treasured climbing areas, the CAM Project has replaced aging anchors with modern, stainless-steel mussy hook anchors designed to withstand the elements. The project covered all popular routes across the Shield.
Rodeo Wall
The TCC CAM team also completed retrofitting all the anchors at Rodeo Wall, upgrading them with modern mussy hook anchors. This rebolting initiative has reinforced the wall’s appeal as a destination for both local and visiting climbers, who can enjoy these routes with peace of mind.
Blacktail Butte
The CAM Project reached a significant milestone this year with the rebolting of Upper Upper Blacktail Butte in Grand Teton National Park, including popular routes such as Graceland, Winston, Goldstein, and Wild at Heart. As part of TCC’s commitment to preserving the integrity of these climbs, no new bolts were added; each replacement was executed as a one-for-one update, with existing holes reused wherever possible. The completion of this work marks the end of TCC’s CAM Project efforts at Blacktail Butte, enhancing safety at the crag while honoring its historical placements.
“Completing these projects at Hoback Shield, Rodeo Wall, and Blacktail Butte reflects our commitment to climbing stewardship,” said Teton Climbers’ Coalition board member Garrick Hart. “Thanks to the hard work of our CAM Project team and the support of our community, these updates preserve the heritage of these routes and ensure they remain safe for years to come.”