Matias Francis
Matias grew up on Bainbridge Island, Washington, in the middle of the Puget Sound. He learned how to climb in the Olympics and Cascades before moving to Bozeman, Montana. Matias guides ice climbing and backcountry skiing during the winter in Montana and Wyoming. He appreciates all types of climbing, but enjoys exploring the hidden and untouched corners of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem the most. When not climbing or skiing, he likes to fly fish, attempt to cook, and spend time with friends and family.
Climbing Resumé
- 35+ summits of Mt. Rainier via 4 routes
- 2 summits of Denali (Alaska)
- Mt. Hunter via the West Ridge (Alaska)
- Guided summits of Mt. Baker, Mt. Shuksan, Forbidden Peak, Mt. Triumph, Gannett Peak (plus ski descent), Granite Peak, and others
- 15+ first ascents in Montana and Wyoming
- Triple Direct on El Capitan, South Face of Mt. Watkins, and other big walls in Yosemite Valley and Mexico
Certifications
- Wilderness First Responder
- AIARE Avalanche Level II and Rescue Certification
- AMGA Rock Guide Course
- AMGA Advanced Rock Guide Course
- AMGA Ice Instructor Course
- Leave No Trace Trainer
