Friday, August 1, 2008

Bouldering Playground

Not only is Squamish a rock climbing mecca, it is also known for its world-class bouldering!
Bouldering is a form of rock climbing which consists of short climbs and requires limited gear. As the climbs are normally quite short, and not super high, no ropes are actually required. The only thing you need to boulder is some climbing shoes, chalk and a crash pad in case you fall! The V-grade system is used for bouldering, with grades ranging from V0 – V16. All the bouldering in Squamish is set in one beautiful forest location, under the granite monolith, the Chief. There is no shortage of rock boulders here with boulders ranging in all types of shapes and sizes.

Walking through this forest, it feels like a magical playground with people scrambling on all the chalk-marked rocks around you. Come and try it out!