Matias Francis

A native of Bainbridge Island, WA, Matias got his first taste of climbing in the Olympics and the Cascades. He lives in Bozeman, MT where he studies science education at Montana State University. He enjoys all of the climbing and skiing that southwestern Montana and the surrounding area has to offer. Matias hopes to combine his love for the mountains with his teaching interests to educate and guide other climbers towards their goals. Ice climbing in the winter and rock and alpine climbing in the summer, Matias tries to be a student of the mountains as often as possible. When not climbing or skiing, he likes to ride his bike, cook, trail run, read and spend time with friends and family.

Climbing Resumé

• Rock and Ice Climbs in Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, Utah, Alaska, and Canada.
• Ski Descents in Washington, Oregon, Montana, Wyoming, and Alaska.
• First ascents in the Beartooth Mountains.
• SW Ridge of Mt. Francis, Alaska Range.
• Numerous rock and alpine ascents in the Cascades.

Certifications

• Wilderness First Responder
• Leave No Trace Trainer