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| GPS: | 39.7373, -105.3189 |
| FA: | Alan Nelson |
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| Shared By: | Alan Nelson on Sep 4, 2001 |
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Raptor Closures Effective February 1-July 31
Visit: jeffco.us/open-space/news/2…
Tunnel 1 closure
For more details visit: jeffco.us/open-space/alerts…
The two areas Jefferson County Open Space intends to close in Clear Creek Canyon, shown on the attached maps, encompass the active eagle nests. If the Clear Creek eagles continue to nest in the active nests, these areas will remain closed from February 1 through July 31. If the eagles choose different nesting sites, the closures will be adjusted accordingly to protect those eagles during their breeding season.
Currently, rock climbing areas that fall inside of the seasonal raptor closures include:
Blonde Formation
Bumbling Stock
Evil Area
Ghost Crag
Highlander
Skinny Legs
Stumbling Block
Tetanus Garden
Fault Caves
Description
From the ledge at the water's edge, look straight up at the overhang above. Note the lush greenery, reminiscent of a rain forest. Note the bolts leading straight up through the forest. Follow the bolts, taking care to tread only where the stone has been delicately brushed clean. For a crux, make a big reach up for a sloping mantle past a giant moss hummock. Think of the multitude of living organisms in that biotic treasure. Resist the temptation to hurl it at your belayer as you seek hidden jugs (they aren't there). Surmount the overhang and slab hike to the ledge.
DON'T TOPROPE THIS ROUTE UNLESS YOU DON'T MIND CUTTING YOUR ROPE. See the description for "Float Trip" for details.





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