Success Story 2019

Holy Boulders

Holy Boulders, IL Photo: Abby Smith
PROJECT NAME:
Holy Boulders
GRANTEE:
Access Fund
RESULT:
One climbing area and 46 acres protected

Access Fund used our funding to help the Illinois Climbing Association acquire and protect Holy Boulders in Southern Illinois.  This 46-acre area features over 350 developed problems on sandstone boulders. Illinois Climbing Association now owns Holy Boulders and is responsible for long-term management and stewardship. Learn more about Holy Boulders here.