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Closure Update: 3/8/2022

Spring is starting to creep in! So are nests, so we need to give them space and reduce noise.

❌ Nixon Head
❌ Scary Canyon, and anything upriver/east of Scary (sometimes known as Wailing Wall) all the way to Discovery/Lucky Peak.
❌ East Car Body Canyon remains closed.

This is a crucial time for nests, so any noise disruptions can cause disturbances. We cannot control the noise from the highway, but we can control our actions as climbers.

Face is currently open, and with the access trail being so close to the closures in East Car Body, please be cognizant of not disturbing the area (ex: dogs, loud disturbances, music, etc.)

Thank you for your cooperation and please help educate your climbing friends! Climb on!

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Closure Update: 1/30/2022

Hello climbers! Nesting season is upon us!

❌ Scary Canyon closed
❌ East Car Body Canyon closed

Face is currently open, and with the access trail being so close to the closures in East Car Body, please be cognizant of signs and not disturbing the area (ex: dogs and music.) BCA volunteers will be out this weekend putting up signs and prepping for closures, so you may see some activity in the area. Giving nests the space they need is one of the single most important things that keeps local climbing accessible. Thank you for your cooperation in this and please help spread the word. Climb on!

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Closure Update: 6/5/2021

All climbing areas are open now! The nests in Car Body are still sensitive, so please keep dogs on leash, under control, and be aware of noise levels.

✅ Dead Cow
✅ Wailing Wall
✅ Iron Man Wall
✅ Scary Canyon
✅ East Car Body Canyon

Our volunteer raptor biologist has given the green light to open all. All closure signs have also been taken down. As always, thanks for your support and please help spread the word!

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Swan Falls Adopt-A-Crag 2021

When: Saturday, May 15th @ 10 AM
Where: Swan Falls – Boat Ramp
Participant limitations: Max of 50 people.

Fill out the form linked here before May 15th to 1) register for the event and 2) get entered into the raffle! Must be present at the event to receive prize.

What to expect day of:
– Bring your own water, snacks, and gloves to pick up trash.
– Show up at 10, sign a waiver, and pick up a garbage bag.
– Pick up trash! 🗑🚮
– When done, check back in with the BCA table so we know you’re safe and done AND to drop off your trash bag.

The CDC has lifted restrictions on masks outside, but we encourage you to have one handy in case it’s needed. See y’all there!!

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Closure Update: 4/11/2021

✅ Dead Cow** (closure lifted)
❌ Wailing Wall (east of scary; not in the Idaho Underground book older versions of Boise Climbs, or on mtn proj)
❌ Iron Man Wall (east of scary; not in the Idaho Underground, older versions of Boise Climbs, or on mtn proj)
❌ Scary Canyon
❌ East Car Body Canyon

Our volunteer raptor biologist has given the green light to reopen Dead Cow! While this one has been reopened, there are still several other closures still in effect. All these closures include hiking over the top and rapping down. As always, thanks for your support and please help spread the word!

It has also been brought to our attention that both Wailing Wall and Iron Man Wall are in the latest edition of Boise Climbs but not in Idaho Underground, on Mountain Project, or in older versions of Boise Climbs.

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Closure Update: 3/11/2021

Wailing Wall and Ironman Wall are added to our list of closures for the season:

  • Wailing Wall (east of Scary; not in Boise Climbs book or on mtn proj)
  • Ironman Wall (east of Scary; not in Boise Climbs book or on mtn proj)
  • Dead Cow
  • Scary Canyon
  • East Car Body Canyon

A reminder that these closures include hiking in and rapping down. Spread the word, tell your friends, and thanks for your support of the raptor closures!