Matias Francis
A native of Bainbridge Island, Washington, Matias got his first taste of climbing in the Olympics and the Cascades. Matias currently lives in Bozeman, Montana, when not guiding for RMI. He guides for Montana Alpine Guides during the winter, where he guides ice climbing in Montna and Wyoming. Matias enjoys all of the climbing and skiing that the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem has to offer. 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 and Mexico
Certifications
- Wilderness First Responder
- AIARE Avalanche Level II and Rescue Certification
- AMGA Rock Guide Course
- AMGA Advanced Rock Guide Course
- Leave No Trace Trainer
