Kurt Blair lives in Durango,CO and serves as the San Juan Mountain Guides' program coordinator in the Durango area and for programs in the Weminuche Wilderness. Kurt is an IFMGA/AMGA certified Guide with the AMGA. He has completed the AAA (American Avalanche Association) Pro 2 and is an AIARE Course Leader for Rec 1 and 2 avalanche training. He also holds Wilderness EMT certification and is a PSIA Level 2 Alpine Ski Instructor. As an avid rock climber and mountaineer, he has climbed in inspiring destinations such as Alaska, Canada, Yosemite, Swiss Alps, Ecuador, and the Himalayas. As a fun fact, Kurt has climbed 36 of the 50 Classic Climbs in North America.