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Adventure of a Lifetime

Cheyenne Chaffee

Cheyenne calls New Hampshire home but ventures West in the spring through autumn to seek lower humidity and less bugs. He has guided in the Black Hills for the past 11 years and considers the Needles one of his second homes. When not working at Sylvan he spends time guiding in other areas across the country such as the Tetons, Wind Rivers and New England in the winter for ice season.

Cheyenne has an Associate Degree in Outdoor Recreation Leadership from Colorado Mountain College where he has also been instructing the classes he took as a student for the last 13 years.

When not guiding he can often be found partaking in a plethora of shenanigans such as but not limited to throwing tomahawks, playing guitar, listening to metal, mountain biking, and the occasional quiet canoe ride.

Certifications

AMGA Apprentice Ski Guide
AMGA Assistant Alpine Guide
AMGA Assistant SPI Provider
AMGA Rock Guide
AMGA Rock Instructor
Wilderness First Responder

5 stars

Everyone was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was my first time rock climbing and my guide Sean was patient. I was able to climb six times. The views were great.

5 stars

Place was awesome and super fun. I would recommend this to anyone. They teaching is thorough so no reason to be scared. And all the instructors are super fun to talk to and learn from. I would definitely do this again.

5 stars

Went with three kids (9, 8, 7 years old) and husband. Shankar was FANTASTIC! Got all three kids to the top, and both adults. None of us had any previous climbing experience. This was by far the highlight of our trip to SD. Best way to experience Custer Park!

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Accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association

As the only AMGA Accredited Guide Service in the area, we are committed to a high standard of climbing professionalism. The AMGA is an internationally recognized association offering courses, exams and certifications designed to certify guides and instructors as well as accredit businesses.

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