Climbing and mountaineering have seen exponential growth across the region, bringing significant challenges in environmental conservation and responsible access. In response, Black Diamond has partnered with Acceso PanAm to support their core initiatives and a new virtual training program, designed to equip climbers and mountaineers with the tools to strengthen their roles as local activists committed to protecting their natural spaces.

Building on our three-decades-long partnership with the Access Fund in North America, we’re proud to join forces with Acceso PanAm to support climbing access and conservation across Latin America. “Protecting the places we play is a global responsibility—and a core part of who we are,” said Neil Fiske, President, Black Diamond Equipment.

Acceso PanAm (APA)


Acceso PanAm (APA) is an international nonprofit organization founded in 2009, dedicated to conserving and maintaining open access. To ensure free access and protect climbing and mountaineering environments, APA employs a variety of strategies, including direct action in Brazil, Peru, Chile, and Argentina, as well as empowering local climbing organizations in other countries.