The Gendarme

06/25/2026

Our summer rope sale starts this Friday! Come on in for 20% off all 60 meter climbing ropes and select 70s - sale runs through July 7.

04/23/2026

The Gendarme’s season kickoff party is almost here - share good times, good food, and good stories, including Alan Goldbetter’s recent winter FA adventures in Norway.

All are welcome! 5pm at the Gendarme, Saturday May 2. See you soon!

10/06/2025

Come one, come all!

09/14/2025

09/13/2025

If you are around the weekend of Oct 4 you should go listen to Dr. Joe Lebold of WVU talk on the geology of Seneca Rocks and how it was formed. Last year it was a stellar !
On the back patio Saturday night 10/4 at 6:00

10/15/2024

Chili Cook Off this Saturday. Don't miss the Presentation of the new documentary about Herb and Jan Conn "Catching Pinecones."

09/20/2024

Just in for fall; this sweet new custom shorts/harness/suspender combo from an undisclosed manufacturer will be all the rage at the crag this season!

09/13/2024

Tie into some real comfort this fall with the Misty Mountain Cadillac. Quick adjust or double pass, the choice is yours.

09/11/2024

The most cut resistant rope on the market is now available at the Gendarme. Come check it out

The Gendarme has the most extensive selection found anywhere in our region and is the ultimate climber’s toy store.

09/04/2024

Pretty new colors so you can send with style.