The BLM office in Monticello has asked the Friends of Indian Creek to remind climbers that there is a 14-day limit on camping on BLM Land. The F.O.I.C. understands that there is a bit of a history of staying in the Creek for far longer, but heavy climber-traffic in the area has made the BLM take notice of this tradition. Be aware that overstaying the 14-day limit makes climbers look as if we feel the rules don't apply to us and thus has an effect on long-term access. Moving your campsite throughout the season, or perhaps finding a site outside the main Indian Creek area, will not only help smooth relations with the BLM, but will also keep you from possibly getting hit with a fine.
This is an absolutely beautiful line on a very unique piece of stone. if your hands aren't gorilla sized, this is either a boxing match or a swimming exercise.
Does anyone know when whatever used to be in front of this crack fell off? It looks like a recent collapse.
In Oct 06' I pulled the anchor (4"x1/2" rawl, hanger stamped "Comp Wall") out by hand. No tools, I just plucked the bolts out with my fingers. The new FA had drilled very poorly on softer than average rock. I left a cam up there to rap off until March 07', when I got back there were a lot of notes saying you'll die if you climb this route. I put in a 2 bolt anchor with a little glue. Because of the softness, I don't know how long the anchor will hold up. At least the holes are drilled downward, not upward.
It's a good reminder to pay attention when hand-drilling so you don't mess up. It's also a good reminder to check bolts, even good ones. I would have died had I rapped off that anchor.
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