Simon Kearns
Simon grew up in southwestern Colorado at the foot of the San Juan mountains to an outdoorsy family. From a young age he started climbing, skiing, running, and exploring the mountains however he could. By the age of 12 he was fully hooked on running through the mountains and has spent most of his free time since then doing that. After graduating high school he went to CU Boulder where he received a BA in Political Science. Since college Simon has lived in the Chamonix, France, California and now Leadville, Colorado climbing mountains to his hearts desire.
When he is not spending time in the mountains you can find Simon reading a good book, playing board games or spending time with friends. If you ever need someone to play chess with at Camp Muir, let Simon know!
Climbing Resumé
- Mt. Rainier, Washington (14,410') | 7 Summits, including a car to car best time of 4 hours, 18 minutes
- Mt. Hood, Oregon (11,249') | 5 Summits via multiple routes, including the on foot FKT of 1 hour, 50 minutes
- Little Tahoma, Washington (11,138') | via Frying Pan and Winthrop Glaciers
- Mt Blanc, France (15,766') | 2 Summits via multiple routes
- Dome Du Miage, France (12,051')
- Grand Teton, Wyoming (13,775') | via the OS
- Middle Teton, Wyoming (12,809') | via North Ridge
- 33 of 58 Colorado 14ers
- Various skiing and climbing ascents and descents all around Colorado
Certifications
- Wilderness First Responder
- AIARE Avalanche Level 1
- Leave No Trace Level 2 Educator
