Indoor vs. Outdoor Bouldering: What’s the Difference?
Curious about indoor vs. outdoor bouldering? Learn the key differences in environment, gear, and challenges to level up your climbing. Perfect read for climbers looking to understand both worlds.
Things to Do in St. Augustine for Active Locals and Families
Discover the best active things to do in St. Augustine for locals and families! From climbing gyms and paddleboarding to scenic bike tours and beach adventures, explore fun ways to stay moving in the Nation’s Oldest City.
Top 5 Reasons to Try Bouldering This Summer
Find out why bouldering makes an ideal summer fitness activity! This fun, beginner-friendly sport lets you stay cool, build strength, and connect with others—all while enjoying yourself indoors.
What to Wear Indoor Rock Climbing (and What to Skip)
Find out exactly what to wear for indoor rock climbing as a beginner. Find out the best clothing, shoes, and accessories to stay comfortable, safe, and ready to climb—plus what to avoid at the gym.
Grip Strength and Gains: Why Climbing Beats the Treadmill
Learn why indoor climbing is the ultimate full-body workout for adults. See how climbing builds strength, burns calories, enhances mental focus, and provides a fun, social alternative to traditional gym routines.
Chalk, Holds & Nerves: Your First Climb Indoors
Discover what to expect at your first indoor climbing gym visit! From gear tips and gym etiquette to overcoming nerves and embracing the challenge, this beginner’s guide will help you start your climbing journey with confidence.
Planning Your First Outdoor Climbing Trip
Discover tips for planning your first outdoor climbing trip, from choosing the right project to respecting the rock and embracing the joy of climbing outside.
Stone Stories - Bill
Bill came to the gym to do assisted pull-ups, now he’s an integral part of our community.
Our Favorite Day of the Year
The stoke was high in the Rock Palace with hundreds of y’all showing up to enjoy a day of hard climbing, competition, great food, and good vibes.
Stone's Third Birthday Comp Results
Comprehensive results from our Third Birthday Competition.
The Outdoor Team Season Finale
Everything is a part of the experience— from the long hikes and arriving at the huge rock walls, to spending the best quality time with your teammates and best friends. I've never made friends like I have on the rocks.
Five Reasons You’ll Fall in Love with Climbing
Five reasons you’ll fall in love with climbing
Protect What You Love
We believe in protecting our outdoor playgrounds and that starts with keeping our waterways clean. Thank you, Matanazas Riverkeeper!
Same Time Next Year?
A narrative of the best day of the year- Stone’s annual birthday competition.
Elfy Chalk Bags
Brooke Lemmo knew she wanted a career in climbing, she just didn’t know how to get there. After making herself an upcycled chalk bag, the decision was clear.
Hey, That Sounds Fun!
Lauren Gilliam has been a member at Stone since before we opened; she also took 2nd place in the Women's Intermediate division at Stone-A-Versary.
Stone-A-Versary
The climbing community has a way about it that keeps people feeling supported. Every award winner was cheered for and honored as if they were a friend of Stone since the beginning.
Hopped a Few Fences
Meet Blake! A stone member who has found a home here in the Rock Palace of Stoke.