Curt is the lead instructor and is a current AMGA certified Top Rope Site Manager and Wilderness First Responder. He teaches rock climbing, wilderness first aid, and other outdoor classes for Howard Payne University, is a volunteer instructor for the American Red Cross, and a member of the Texas Outdoor Education Association. He spent some time in the mountains as a youngster, was introduced to gym climbing in high school, but fell in love with the mountains on a fly by night trip to the San Juans in 2001. Since then he has pursed climbing and wilderness travel with vigor. Curt’s greatest passion is for introducing others to the things that bring him joy and challenging them to be all that they were created to be. He has been guiding professionally for five years.

Justin is an avid outdoorsman with several years of backcountry and climbing experience. He has over 45 hours of AMGA top rope manager site training, is an Eagle Scout, and has been involved in leading many youth and college adventure trips. His ability to lead and inspire others through tough challenges are the marks of his professionalism. Justin has been involved in youth and missions ministry for over eight years. When he’s not climbing you can find him working as a carpenter, kayaking, or teaching his daughter to be as adventureous as himself.

Dylan has an amazing gift for teaching. His passion for challenging youth creates an atmosphere of encouragement and trust. As a fouth and fifth grade English teacher, he knows how to handle just about anything. When he’s not in the classroom he enjoys canoeing, kayaking, playing music, and cooking. Leading groups on backcountry and climbing trips comes naturally to him and his amazing attitude is an encouragement to all. Dylan has worked for a gourmet restaurant and continues to cook incredible entrees for a local B&B. We greatly appreciate his expertise when it comes to supper time after a long day of adventure.

Scott is passionate about using outdoor adventures as a tool for learning and growth. His ability to relate to others and build unity within groups is outstanding. He has a B.S. in Recreation from the University of Tennessee, has worked for several adventure camps, is a Wilderness First Aid instructor, and is currently the Pastor for Recreation at FBC Abilene. He spent a few years living and working in Yosemite valley where he fell in love with not only the Sierras but his future wife and mother of their five children. Scott’s love for the outdoors and for people is contagious.

Crux is committed to excellence. We approach the profession of guiding with the utmost respect and humility. Each of our instructors strive to further their own level of experience and training as well as impart the most current and pertinent technical and safety systems to our clients. Whether you work with us or not, we strongly believe that no one should trust their lives or a loved one to unqualified guides. Before putting your life in the hands of a guide make sure you have asked them about their training, experience, equipment, and medical training.