CONTRIBUTION FROM RYAN GIBBS
No matter what sport you pursue in the mountains, self awareness and acceptance of your ability is critical to keeping you safe in the mountains. This philosophy has kept me safe and whole (for the most part) my entire life.
Rock climbing has never been my strength. I was first introduced to the sport by friends in 8th grade. Despite only being indoors, I was terrified of the heights and I was no boy scout when it came to knots. The concept was foreign, the movement unnatural, but still my heart told me to push on. I went on a week long climbing camp through the YMCA in Waterville, ME and learned a lot. I was young, afraid as much as ever after experiencing rock outdoors, and without a consistent mode of transportation, set aside rock climbing for pursuits I could do on my own power. Continue reading
My life started out as an adventure! I was born on October 1st 2002 on a military base in Heidelberg, Germany. In case you are wondering that makes me 13 years old! At approximately one week old my parents climbed into a car and drove with me from Heidelberg, Germany to Paris, France on a whim. I guess you could say that going on adventures is in my genes. I thank my dad for my adventurous nature who has served the United States Army in Iraq, Afghanistan, South Korea, and Germany. My parents are no longer together but I live with my amazing mother who makes sure I stay active with activities like soccer and volleyball. 
We are proud to work with the Department of Agriculture, the White Mountain National Forest and the Androscoggin Ranger District where we are authorized outfitter guides.
