Genuine Climbing retreat for women with cancer

June 2025. A climbing retreat in the Gunks for women with cancer led by Anyssa Lucena of Genuine Climbing. Most of the women had never climbed outside, or never climbed at all. Their awe of the rock reminded me of when I fell in love with climbing, years ago. Eric Bates and a small crew were shooting a documentary of the retreat. He made Five Dot Fun, one of my favorites; I was excited to meet him and watch him work.

Shot on a mix of digital and Portra 400.