Quinn Pollner

Quinn is a guide based out of Colorado, guiding rock climbing and mountaineering mostly in and around Rocky Mountain National Park. Quinn has spent the last ten years climbing, mountaineering, and skiing all over the world, mainly in the western United States. He has also spent time in Canada, Alaska, Argentina, and Nepal. Quinn’s passion for the outdoors has led him to pursue a career as a guide so that he can instruct and introduce people to these amazing places.
Take 5 with the Guide
If you could only take one album on an expedition?
CCR greatest hits album
Favorite childhood breakfast cereal
Cookie Crisps
When you’re not guiding?
I practice my guiding skills, JK; I read, climb rocks, photography and like long walks on the beach
In another life I’d…
Be a treasure hunter
What’s always in your snack bag?
Gummy Worms and Goldfish!
Significant Ascents
Aconcagua (6,961m)
Lion Blanco (5,000m)
The Diamond (via Casual Route)
Many alpine routes in Rocky Mountain National Park
Water Ice climbing up to WI5 ‘/
Certifications
Wilderness First Responder / CPR
Rock Guide Course
Avalanche Level 1
Avalanche Rescue Course
AMGA Single Pitch instructor