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Meet your Guide

I grew up in the midwest but always had a love for the mountains. After college, my wife and I moved to Washington State. It was there that I finally got my chance to hike and climb in the mountains. I moved back to Michigan in 2007 when I started teaching science and physical education at Kalamazoo Christian High School and I've been bringing students from the midwest to the mountains ever since!

-Jeff Offringa (Guide and Founder of Upward Mountain Adventures)

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Qualifications

B.A. in Physical Education

Master's degree in Education

First Aid/CPR Certified

Climbing/Hiking/Summiting Mountains for 20+ years

Leading student groups on trips since 2010

Additional Information

Married for over 20 years with 3 wonderful children

Summited 4 volcanoes

Climbed the Grand Teton and Devils Tower

Rock Climbing in the Red River Gorge for 15+ years

High School Cross Country and Track Coach

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