John Collis

    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.

    Guide For:

    Aconcagua
    Denali

    Significant Ascents

    Denali
    Aconcagua
    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

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