WHAM: Within Her Are Mountains
Thu May 1, 16:00 - Sun May 4, 13:00
Rocklands Basecamp
ABOUT
WHAM FEST
We bring you WHAM FEST, an intentional space where womxn and underrepresented people in climbing feel supported, seen, and celebrated. Inspired by the incredible Women’s Bouldering Festivals in Fontainebleau and Mamer, we are bringing that magic closer to home.
Our vibe:
- Empower womxn to take up space in climbing and beyond
- Promote environmental care through outdoor conservation and sustainable practices
- Build a community that’s intersectional, inclusive, and representative
Date: 1-4 May 2025
Location: Rocklands Basecamp, Cederberg - South Africa
Our jam-packed weekend includes all womxn-led workshops. These workshops are included in the ticket price and you may join as many workshops as you’d like, it's all up to you!
Workshops:
- Sun and Moon Salutations
- Bouldering Basics
- Trail Running
- Lino cuts and printmaking
- Bouldering Success: training to try hard
- Climbing photography
- Sound Journey
- Guided Meditation
- Indigenous tea foraging & ceremony
- Night Climbing
- River hike and swimming
- Dance Party
- Yoga for climbing
- Contact Improvisation
Accommodation Options at Rocklands Basecamp:
- Camping
- Glamping
- Caravans
- Cottage
Book with a buddy: glamping tents, caravans and the cottage are a comfy set up for 2!
Note 1: payments for these options are to be made as one and cannot be individually paid for however,
Note 2: if you are booking on your own please select SINGLE OCCUPANCY tickets
Note 3: if you’re booking the canvas tents, please bring your own bedding
Rocklands Basecamp is well equipped: "Our gas geysers guarantee hot showers, and the wood burner in the campers kitchen warms the space up when the weather is cold. The communal area is equipped with gas rings, cooking pots, cutlery, fridges and a freezer.
Head over to https://www.rocklandsbasecamp.co.za/ to find out more about their wonderful facilities.
Food:
- BYOF: Bring your own food
- Dinner is an optional extra (Thurs & Saturday nights) - cooked by the local ladies of the valley, a delicious veggie potjie and roosterkoeks (fire-cooked bread) will be available at camp. *Please add this to your cart with your ticket (we need numbers in advance)
Donations for a cause
In the spirit of empowerment and sharing with other fellow womxn, a portion of the ticket sales go to Rocklands Association for Development (RAD). RAD is a “nonprofit created by locals, conservationists, and climbers.” Their mission is to uplift the climbing community in Rocklands through social and environmental projects. Please check out the initiative here: https://rocklands.org.za/
We know starting a new sport (or joining a new community) can be intimidating. That’s why we’re here—to make it easier, break down barriers, and foster growth.
We can’t wait to meet you, climb with you, and grow together. Let’s make this community something special.
Check out WHAM FEST at https://www.breathein.co.za/whamfestival for more details and FAQs