Exploring Duncan Boulders

A weather window, overnight rains, a backup hike, views that were far nicer than I gave them credit for, a tiny bouldering gym with big heart, battling the worst parts of myself, 45-minute approaches, consistently inconsistent grades, hueco heaven, cribbage + chips + calamansi, endless inside jokes, and synchronicity.

This is why I always advocate for adventure weekends.

View from the Jocelyn Hill hike near Victoria, BC.

Climbing huecos on the Smiley Face boulder in Duncan.

Swiss Cheese Boulder

Perfect little fungi.

Charming fairy door in the forest.

A huge mountain bike jump on Awesome Trail, the approach to the boulders.

No Opposition Boulder

Found the perfect rest stop on the Jocelyn Hill hike.

Sunset as we leave the boulders.

Our cozy little tent home for three days.