Set against the raw landscape of Joshua Tree National Park, "I'm Already Bored with the New Millennium" presents a brief yet demanding test for those who appreciate the quirks of offwidth climbing. This single-pitch route, located on the rugged Watanobe Wall within Steve Canyon and the broader Outback area, stands apart not for its glory but for its unapologetically awkward character. The climb opens with solid, straightforward moves on large features, giving climbers room to find their rhythm before confronting a stubborn, leaning offwidth. Here, the rock’s grainy texture adds a layer of challenge, pushing even those familiar with offwidth technique to wriggle and wrestle their way upward. Once past this crux, the angle eases considerably, offering an escape into a collection of lower-angle paths rated easy and unrated that lead to a comfortable anchor point.

The environment around the route is classic Joshua Tree: a dry, sunscorched desert setting with stark rock faces standing defiantly against wide open desert skies. The wall faces the shade of the Sidewinder route on its far side, providing some relief from the desert heat when the sun shifts west. The approach to Watanobe Wall is manageable but requires some care to avoid disturbing the fragile desert floor. Best tackled in cooler months, this climb serves up a straightforward exercise in technique more than a scenic journey.

Protection calls for a larger offwidth cam, somewhere in the #4 Camalot range, to safely secure your position through the awkward section, with a few smaller pieces to cover the easier lower moves. Fixed anchors are not present, so a solid nuts-and-cams rack is essential. Rappelling off the back side is the standard descent; be sure to verify anchor setup and rope length before committing to the drop.

While this route may not dazzle with sweeping vistas or long pitches, it offers a practical, no-frills challenge for climbers looking to sharpen their offwidth skills in a genuine desert climbing context. For those seeking more varied climbs, the surrounding walls in Steve Canyon provide numerous options with more polished moves and increased adventure.

In summary, "I'm Already Bored with the New Millennium" is a focused test of technique, combining gritty rock, a tough offwidth section, and a quick descent back to the trail. It's ideal for low-gravity days or warm-ups when you're in the area and ready to wrestle an offwidth in one of California's iconic climbing deserts.