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Missing Squamish ‘Portable’ Boulder Found in California, Set for Return

The removal remains unexplained with no one claiming responsibility.

Overview

  • Ethan Salvo, a Squamish climber, confirmed the rock’s identity in Bishop and says he will bring it back to the Superfly site in early February.
  • A social-media photo showed the stone at Bishop’s Iron Man area wearing a red toque and googly eyes, triggering its discovery.
  • Salvo was camping nearby, asked a friend to retrieve the roughly 32‑kilogram boulder, and now has it in his car.
  • The compact granite piece is a beloved Squamish training feature known for a popular V4 sit-start and a tradition of leaving it in place.
  • The rock vanished in early September 2025, drawing strong attention from local climbers and calls for its return.