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Grant Burson

Guide: Washington, Alaska
Grant Burson

Grant grew up in the backwoods of Arkansas surrounded by nature. This instilled a love and appreciation for the outdoors at a young age. His time was mostly spent climbing, fishing, hunting and paddling around the natural state. With a love for travel, and a desire to see more of the world, he enrolled in a NOLS course in the Winter of 2017. This experience inspired Grant to make a career out of the thing he loves most in life, enjoying the outdoors and spreading that joy to others. Grant went on to graduate from the University of Arkansas with a degree in Recreation & Sports Management. He currently resides in Teton Valley, Idaho, where he spends most of his time climbing, skiing, and enjoying the outdoors as he always has.

Take 5 with the Guide

If you could only take one album on an expedition…
Bon Iver/ Bon Iver

Guilty Pleasure
Skittles

Favorite childhood breakfast cereal
Cinnamon Toast Crunch

What was your first mountain? When did you climb it? Who were you with?
Pinnacle Mountain in Little Rock. With my family.

In another life I’d…
Be a Marine Biologist

Significant Ascents

Mt Rainier, WA
Mt Baker, WA
Mt Shuksan, WA
Mt Olympus, WA
Glacier Peak, WA
Denali- West Buttress
Mt Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
The Nose, El Cap
Cathedral Traverse, Tetons
First Ascent, Table Mountain Tetons
Bugaboo Spire, Bugaboo BC

Certifications

Wilderness First Responder and CPR certified
Wilderness EMT
Avalanche Level 1
Leave No Trace Trainer
AMGA Rock Guide Course
AMGA Alpine Guide Course

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Mount Baker, Washington
Shishapangma, Tibet
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Mount Baker, Washington
Island Peak, Nepal