Safer Cliffs
South Australia

History and FAQ

Safer Cliffs South Australia is a non-profit voluntary group of climbers who maintain the safety of rock climbing areas in South Australia.

Safer Cliffs South Australia's aim
Ensuring the long-term safety of fixed protection on climbing routes through collaborative, grassroots maintenance efforts.

Is Safer Cliffs South Australia part of the Climber's Club of South Australia (CCSA)?
Safer Cliffs South Australia is a supporter for the maintenance activities funded by the CCSA's Bolting Fund which includes inspections, testing, anchor upgrades and rebolting.

What types of activities are undertaken?
Dangerous fixed anchors such as sun damaged slings, worn abseil anchors, poor quality, poorly positioned or corroded bolts are replaced so that the climb is made safe. Equipment used is to the highest quality and designed to maximise longevity of use and minimise damage to the environment. Fixed anchors that are not being used for modern climbing will be removed and not replaced. Safer Cliffs does not condone retrobolting routes without permission from the first ascentionists.

Moving towards best-practice
Bolt and glue technology is constantly evolving and Safer Cliffs does support the evolution of equipping climbs with respect to world best-practice.

How can I help?

1. Donate! Safer Cliffs South Australia relies entirely on donations of gear, time, equipment and money to continue work. A single bolt costs upwards of $15 in hardware costs to replace.
   
   

2. Look! You can also keep an eye out for potential issues while you are climbing. If you have the means to fix the issue, do so. If not, please raise the issue as a warning against the route on theCrag.com.
   
   

3. Volunteer! Consider becoming a CCSA club member, and jump on their mailing list and Facebook page. Various Crag Care initiatives take place every second month that you can be involved in. Review previous initiatives on this page.

Making a donation

The good work done by Safer Cliffs South Australia and CCSA is helped along by on donations from everyday climbers like you!

Donating Money
Contact CCSA Club President to arrange a one-time donation.

Donating Materials
Bolts, hangers, glue, glue nozzles, drill bits or rap anchors. Please contact us to arrange a pick-up, drop-off, or an address to send to.

Applying to use materials or money from the fund
If you are planning to rebolt a route in South Australia or you’d just like to get involved, Safer Cliffs South Australia wants to help you. Please contact us and express your interest or intentions.

Contact
SA

Reach out to us using the details on this page. Note some users have reported problems with the contact links on this page. In that case, send a message via the Facebook page instead.