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Western Washington Bouldering Guidebook

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BadWater is committed to producing quality bouldering media that highlights bouldering from the local Washington crags to world-renowned destinations, while providing guiding and coaching mentorship for the bouldering community.

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About

Jake Love

Jake Love is a lifelong climber and dedicated youth coach. After spending four years in the competition climbing scene as an athlete, Jake transitioned to a life in the outdoors, dedicating over a decade of his life bouldering all around the world. Jake is eager to mentor new climbers and share his knowledge accumulated through his extensive climbing experience. Jake has had an extremely successful youth coaching career since 2019, coaching many athletes of all ages to top placements in regional and national competitions.

4 Years Competition Experience

6 Years Head Coach Experience

15 Years Bouldering Experience

USAC Level 2 Coach Certified

C4HP Level 1 Coach Certified

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Kyle Love

Kyle Love is an avid boulderer and professional filmmaker. Kyle has over a decade of experience creating bouldering films on the BadWater YouTube Channel, and has explored nearly ever corner of Western Washington in search of boulders to climb.

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