Need a partner for Gunks 7/2 -7/3

Need a partner for some of the moderates at the Gunks. 5.6 - 5.8 as I am new to the gunks. I have been climbing on gear for about 2 years and have all my own gear. Looking to get in by early afternoon on saturday

Those who visit the gunks regularly do you think I could find a party to join if I went alone?

Hi, You can try to hang around at the end of the West Trapps Parking lot near the trail map stand and ask passing climbers if somebody needs a third/fourth/etc. However, I would do it in the morning (8-10 am) when everybody is arriving. Another option is to go to Überfall Area (the nearest wall) and talk to climbers who already climb. There are always a lot of people there. In your case, it might be a better idea since you come in the afternoon. Anyway, success is not guaranteed in either situation. Coming already with a set partner is preferred.

Best, YURA

Don't have a ton of experience with this, since I have partners most of the time I have go, but I have been able to get belays from strangers before when my partners had to leave. Have also had other random people join our party before. If getting to the Gunks is relatively easy for you, I would say it's probably worth a shot.

You should be able to find someone. Park at the West Trapps lot and hike in from there. You will pass an area where many people will be toproping. That's the Uberfall area. Just ask around. Some of the people there may be somewhat inexperienced, so just choose a partner wisely if you want to do multipitch.

I appreciate all the feedback. I will probably head up tomorrow. I have been staying with a friend in NYC and my original partner bailed on me.

Hey Zach, I am around to climb tomorrow. I don't have all day but have rack, rope, lead 5.10.
Lmk

Ian