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Many of the residents of the Escalante/Boulder area are descendants of the original pioneers who settled the west. Because of the isolation, all survived by making a life in this harsh environment by their skill and wit. Today many of those traditional ways still exist. The residents enjoy marvelous gardening and every summer "bottle." Their produce, sachas peaches, apricots, pears, plums, apples, and a wide variety of vegetables. Rug weaving, quilting, and crocheting are still enjoyed. Cattle ranching, including the traditional cattle drive are being practiced by those who see the way of life as a tool for preserving family values! A number of newer residents also work in a wide variety of artistic endeavors and local eateries presenting specialty dishes. Please, take a virtual tour of the pages below to find out more about our unique community:
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