Top Secret Sandstone Bouldering in New Mexico

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Top Secret Sandstone Bouldering in New Mexico

© Photos by Masumi Shibata — www.artporia.com/masumi

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Top Secret Sandstone Bouldering in New Mexico

Photos by Masumi Shibatawww.artporia.com/masumiNo, So don’t even ask … This small crew of New Mexicans isn’t telling anyone where their new stash of perfect sandstone is located. They did disclose that the canyon is littered with thousands of nicely shaped blocs on bullet stone, the cliff line goes forever, and that access is perfect. Apparently, the area’s only locals are a family of bears and and few bald eagles.

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