Our Guides.

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Benjamin Elliot • Owner

Ben first discovered his love for climbing while attending college in the Pacific Northwest, spending his days climbing in Squamish, Leavenworth, and other crags nestled in the shadows of the Cascades. He moved to Tucson in 2009 and has been living, guiding, and climbing in the towering ranges of the Sonoran Desert ever since. Ben currently serves as Vice President of the Climbing Association of Southern Arizona (CASA).

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Aaron Mike • Lead Guide

Aaron is a Dinè (Navajo) athlete and veteran rock climbing guide with training from the American Mountain Guides Association and the Wilderness Medical Institute. He has amassed a wealth of area-specific climbing knowledge over the two decades that he has been climbing in the Tucson area.

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Michael Stilson • Climbing and Canyon Guide

Since finding himself stationed in Tucson five years ago, Michael has enjoyed all the sport, trad, and multipitch climbing that the Southwest has to offer. Whether Red Rocks, J Tree or Mt. Lemmon he's not overly picky, although his favorite area is Cochise Stronghold, home to chicken heads and great weather. Michael received his PCGI TR Guide Certification and Wilderness First Aid so he can share his love for climbing and adventure with the Tucson community. 

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Daly Foncree • Climbing and Canyon Guide

Daly first developed her passion for climbing in the mountains of Tennessee on the Cumberland Plateau. Climbing has guided HER for the past seven years, racking up pitches in Yosemite, Moab, and Lovers Leap to name a favorite few. A wilderness EMT, Daly guides hiking and river trips in the Grand Canyon in addition to her climbing guide work in Tucson.

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Kamille is an Arizona native, well versed in all the prickly, spiny, and poisonous hazards of outdoor life in the Southwest. A registered nurse with a background in wilderness medicine, she is an asset to any outdoor adventure! When she’s not in the mountains, you can find her at the climbing gym, reading, listening to podcasts, and walking her pup Lucy.

Kamille Barfield • Field Medicine

Our Mission.

Safety

Safety is our top priority, and we adhere to the highest industry standards. Our guides hold either an AMGA Single Pitch Instructor or PCGI Single Pitch Guide Certification and are Wilderness First Responders who undergo regular training and assessments to maintain their skills and knowledge. We also provide the necessary technical equipment and first aid supplies to ensure that all our expeditions follow strict safety protocols.

Customer Service

Our commitment to excellence extends beyond the mountains. We prioritize exceptional customer service and strive to create an environment that fosters personal growth, camaraderie, and lifelong memories. We understand that each individual has unique goals and preferences, and we are dedicated to tailoring our services to meet your specific needs.

Leave No Trace

We value the importance of responsible and sustainable outdoor practices. We strive to minimize our impact on the environment and promote eco-consciousness within the outdoor community. We believe that by fostering a deep connection with nature, we can inspire others to become stewards of the mountains and protect these pristine environments for generations to come.