Learn2 Climb

A dad and his son rappelling down a rocky hill

Want to see Missouri State Parks from a new perspective? Join our Learn2 Climb program to learn the basics of outdoor rock climbing safety and technique from a certified instructor, and then try it out on real rock! This beginner-oriented course will allow you to enjoy nature from new heights!

The 2026 courses will take place at Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park, managed by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, and Rockwoods Reservation, managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation. This is a great opportunity to try out a new activity and experience some of Missouri’s vertical attractions.

This program is made possible by the Bronco Wild Fund. The Bronco Wild Fund has a mission in supporting agencies and organizations that are devoted to the great outdoors. A part of this fund is getting people out to enjoy the outdoors respectfully and continuing the preservation of all public lands.

Learn2 Climb is free and open to ages 10 and up. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Program Details

Missouri State Parks Provides:

Harnesses
Helmets
Climbing shoes

You Provide:

A good attitude and a willingness to learn
Appropriate clothing and footwear for a hike and rock climbing activities
A packed lunch
Enough water for the day

Things to Consider Before You Register

There will be a roughly one-quarter-mile hike to the rock wall. Participants should wear athletic clothing and sturdy shoes.
Participants will be sitting around in low activity, and will also be hiking and climbing. Dressing in layers is highly encouraged so that participants can adapt to the weather conditions and the activity level.
Participants must be at least 10 years of age. Children ages 10-14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the entire program, although parents/guardians are not required to climb.
There is an element of heights involved in this program. Participants should be relatively comfortable with the idea of being suspended off the ground.
Although these events will not take place at a Missouri state park or historic site, all Missouri State Parks rules and regulations apply.
Learn2 Climb is a family-oriented event. Alcohol and tobacco products are prohibited.

2026 Upcoming Dates and Locations

Date	Location	Time	Registration Opens	Registration Closes
Apr 25	Rockwoods Reservation, Wildwood	9 a.m. to 2 p.m.	Mar 23	Apr 23
Apr 26	Rockwoods Reservation, Wildwood	9 a.m. to 2 p.m.	Mar 23	Apr 23

Registration

Registration is required for Learn2 Climb, but there is no registration fee.

Click on the "REGISTER HERE" link below to register. When you get to the registration website, click on the green “Show sessions” box. A list of upcoming classes will pop up. Click on the green “Sign Up!” button to register for an event. All slots will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Register Here

If a class is full, please enroll using the waitlist function. If an opening in the class becomes available, you will be notified by the Learn2 staff via email or phone call.

If you have any questions, please email Kintauna Myles with Missouri State Parks at kintauna.myles@dnr.mo.gov.

Waitlist

If the activity you are looking to join is full, please join our waitlist by signing up for that program on the registration tab. Once a cancellation has been approved, a staff member will contact the first waitlist individual via email to prompt them to secure their spot within a 48-hour period. No response within that 48-hour time period will result in the customer being removed from the waitlist and the next individual being contacted.

How to Cancel a Reservation

Seven or more business days in advance of the scheduled event date: Customers are able to cancel their reservations themselves and receive a full refund (when applicable). To cancel, the customer should log in to their icampmo account, find the reservations/activities that they are signed up for, and hit "Cancel" for the reservation that they wish to cancel.

Six or fewer business days in advance of the scheduled event date: Anyone needing to cancel a reservation six or fewer business days in advance of the scheduled event date should contact kintauna.myles@dnr.mo.gov. Per Missouri State Parks' refund policy, customers canceling an event registration six or fewer business days in advance of the scheduled event date agree to forfeit their reservation refund (when applicable), regardless of the circumstances.

Event Day Contact Information

Organizers will not be available for contact the day of the event. If you have any questions or concerns about Learn2 Climb, please contact Kintauna Myles at kintauna.myles@dnr.mo.gov prior to the day of the event.