In addition to being safe and fun, our climbing experiences are educational! We work with corporations, schools, and individuals who are seeking adventure.
About
Have Positive and Intimate Experiences with Nature
About
Vertical Voyages believes it is important for individuals to have positive and intimate experiences with nature in order to cultivate a desire for protecting and conserving our environment. We are dedicated to not only providing a safe and memorable experience for our participants but also to protecting and limiting our impact on the environment.
By participating in Vertical Voyages’ programs, individuals will be challenged physically, stimulated mentally, and most importantly, more connected with nature.
Skills
Here are just a few of the skills that we teach!
Traditional Tree Climbing Techniques
Placing Traditional Protection
Outdoor Climbing Technique
Belay/Top Rope Anchoring Skills
Multi-pitch Skills
Basic Aid Climbing
Adventure Training
Rappelling
Risk Assessment
Mental Fitness
Jon Richard
Senior Guide and Founder
Jon launched Vertical Voyages in June of 2009. His passion is to equip climbers of all levels with the skills they need to manage risk and achieve their climbing aspirations. Jon has taught clinics for the American Alpine Club’s Craggin’ Classics. He is also a Warrior’s Way Trainer – a mental fitness program that helps climbers address the psychological stress inherent in climbing. Over the past 25 years, he has climbed 1000s of routes throughout the world including in New Zealand, the French Alps, Yosemite, and Rocky Mountain National Park. He is an AMGA Certified Rock Guide and AMGA Certified Single Pitch Instructor Provider. The AMGA is an organization that sets standards for US climbing professionals and is the only internationally recognized climbing credentialing organization in the US. Jon is also a Global Organization of Tree Climbers Instructor and Wilderness First Responder.