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Caption: Nut Tree Boulders | Vacaville,CA |
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Caption: Bouldering in Vacaville Halfway between the bustle of San Francisco and Sacramento is the small city of Vacaville, where locals have been escaping into the hills to boulder since the sport began gaining popularity in the 1970s.
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Caption: In case you missed it, bouldering is a form of rock climbing that is performed without the use of ropes or harnesses. While it can be done with no equipment whatsoever, most climbers use climbing shoes to help secure footholds, chalk to keep their hands dry, and crash pads in case of falls.
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Caption: An abundance of basalt boulders dot the tranquil grassy hills of Vacaville's Browns Valley Open Space, forming an off-the-beaten-path bouldering oasis beloved by local climbing enthusiasts.
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Caption: With more than 50 boulders boasting nicknames such as Bloody Madness, Stoned Dangler, and Space Lord, climbing routes on the Nut Tree Boulders range from beginner to expert and make for an epic day of bouldering while enjoying sweeping views of Vacaville, the Sacramento Valley, and on a clear day even the snow-capped Sierra.
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Caption: Vaca means cow in Spanish, so don't be surprised to see happy California cows grazing throughout the trails.
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Caption: Happy exploring! Tag us in your Nut Tree bouldering adventure!
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