Jordan Diefenderfer

The guides at San Juan expeditions are second to none. They are incredibly insightful, patient and passionate about what they do. If you’re going into the backcountry, this class is a MUST!

By Drew D. on January 17, 2025

So much more than I even expected!! I can’t recommend this course enough. I learned so much: how to plan a trip, how to identify avalanche terrain (in the actual terrain), how to make decisions in a group, and even ski and gear use tips! I had heard that Avy 1 courses were mostly digging pits and learning snow science (which is cool!) but this was so much more. The third day, our class of 6 people planned and led the tour and were able to get feedback and discuss our decisions with the instructors as we went. The instructors were AWESOME. They had a ton of experience, patience, and wisdom to share. Plus, we did a ski tour all three days and were able to enjoy really fun powder and tree runs as we learned along the way! Worth every penny!!!!!

By Christie C. on January 10, 2025

Fantastic guides, and I love that we planned and executed our own tour the last day after 2 days of learning!

By Javaneh B. on January 09, 2025

By Emanuel Z. on January 09, 2025

Jordan was an amazing guide. Four students and one rockstar teacher makes for lots of hands on learning!!

By Annie B. on January 05, 2025

Jordan was an excellent guide and teacher. Couldn’t recommend him and his company enough for making our trip to the Opus hut and absolutely amazing one!

By Allison C. on March 14, 2024

These two are incredibly knowledgeable about their profession , the terrain and are super fun to hang with!!

By Jon K. on March 04, 2024

By Jennifer L. on February 29, 2024

Jordan and Chris were amazing. Both are incredibly knowledgeable and clearly know how to teach and guide. They made our trip to Opus even better.

By Jill R. on February 28, 2024

Kam and Jordan absolutely rock. We had the best day - all down to their expert guiding, friendly, welcoming vibe and the chill vine that did not short change the stoke

By Charles F. on February 19, 2024

Awesome guided experience! Jordan and Matthew made our tour of the backcountry out of Opus Hut such a great day. Safety and great skiing was the mantra and they delivered. Thanks guys!!

By Keith S. on February 02, 2024