Carly Long

Review of KAF Adventures

Took a trip up Mt Shuksan as part of the advanced ...

Took a trip up Mt Shuksan as part of the advanced mountaineering course. John Barkhausen is a phenomenal teacher. He clearly is very knowledgeable and experienced, and I felt completely safe under his guidance even while dangling in a crevasse or navigating through poor weather. He explains things in a way that is easy to understand, and goes the extra mile to ensure that all members of the team are benefiting as much as possible from the experience. Above all else, he made it fun! It can be difficult going out into the mountains with people you don't know, but his sense of humor and easygoing personality made it feel just like a trip with friends. I'd highly recommend him to anyone looking to gain some skill and confidence in mountaineering.