Summer Community Nights
Summer Community Nights at Southeast Mountain Guides: Craft, Connect, and Celebrate Together
Summer in the Red River Gorge is magical—long days, warm nights, and a community of climbers and friends who know how to make the most of it. That’s why we’re so excited to bring you Summer Community Nights at Southeast Mountain Guides: a monthly gathering where we slow down, connect off the rock, and share good times together.
From June through September, we’re hosting themed evenings to create, play, watch movies, swap stories (and gear!), and of course—eat delicious food. Whether you’re a local, a weekend warrior, or just passing through, all are welcome.
Each night is free, casual, and open to everyone. Come for the crafts, stay for the friendships.
June Community Night: Rope Rug Weaving
Monday, June 23rd | 6:00–8:30 PM (Instruction begins at 6:30)
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Southeast Mountain Guides, Red River Gorge
Whether you’ve got a coil of retired rope lying around or you just want to try your hand at a unique and functional craft, this evening is all about creativity, connection, and giving old gear a second life.
What to bring:
- 30–40 meters of retired rope (or use some of our stash!)
- Mix & match with a new friend for a two-tone rug
- A snack or drink to share
These are retired ropes only—no climbing on them after crafting!
This event is free, beginner-friendly, and guided. Expect a chill evening of weaving, chatting, and maybe discovering your inner rope artist.
🎬 July Community Night: Outdoor Movie Night
Tuesday, July 22nd | 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Movie starts at 8:00)
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Back deck of Southeast Mountain Guides
Join us under the stars for an outdoor movie night surrounded by the sounds of summer. We’ll be showing Flow — a stunning animated film that follows a courageous cat through realms natural and mystical after a great flood changes everything.
Bring:
- A cozy chair or blanket
- A snack or drink to share.
We’ll provide the popcorn!
Let’s sit back, relax, and watch a little magic unfold on the screen.
August Community Night: Gear & Clothing Swap + Yard Games
Tuesday, August 19th | 6:00–8:30 PM
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Southeast Mountain Guides
Have some gently used outdoor gear or clothing collecting dust? Bring it along to swap with friends! And while you browse, enjoy yard games, music, and easy summer vibes.
What to know:
- Limit: 10 items per person
- Gently used, fully functional items only
- No soft goods (no harnesses, dog bones, slings, etc.)
- Don’t have gear to swap? Come anyway—but know you’ll pick last!
Accepted items:
- Outdoor clothing
- Climbing shoes, hiking shoes
- Carabiners, belay devices
- Packs, camping gear
- Etc.
All leftover clothing will be donated!
September Community Night: Cultural Potluck
Tuesday, September 16th | 6:00–8:30 PM
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Southeast Mountain Guides
Let’s wrap up the summer series with a celebration of good food and shared stories! For our Cultural Potluck, we invite you to bring a dish that represents your heritage or a beloved family recipe that tells a story.
Bring a dish, drink, snack—or just a hungry belly.
All are welcome—no RSVP needed!
This is a night for full plates and full hearts as we close out the season in the best way we know how: together.
Whether you make it to one night or all four, we hope you’ll come celebrate summer with us. These evenings are a reminder that the strength of our climbing community isn’t just in the routes we send—it’s in the connections we build along the way.
See you there!
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