John Collis
Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
Since discovering a passion for climbing while getting his Bachelor’s degree in Geology at Colorado College, John has spent time traveling and climbing across parts of Africa, the Andes, Southeast Asia, Canada, the Rockies, and the Cascades. When not in Washington, John calls Moab, Utah his home and can be found exploring its canyons and desert towers.
Significant Ascents
Denali
Mt. Rainier via DC, Emmons, Kautz
Mt. Baker
Forbidden Peak
Dragontail Peak
Zodiac, El Capitan
Mt. Proboscis and Lotus Flower Tower, Cirque of the Unclimbables
The Grand Traverse, Tetons
Certifications
WFR/CPR
AIARE Level II
Leave No Trace Trainer
AMGA Rock Guide
AMGA Alpine Guide Course
AMGA Single Pitch Instructor
Excellent – both guides were of the highest quality.
