Ryan Mann
About me
Born and raised in Maryland, Ryan was hooked on rock climbing in 2013 on an outdoor education course in Squamish, BC. After beginning to develop his skills on rock around the Mid-Atlantic, he headed west to pursue this newfound obsession and a career as an outdoor educator and guide. Since then Ryan has worked year-round leading a variety of climbing and expeditionary trips throughout California and Washington and has instructed skiing in the Wasatch Range of Utah. Ryan's passion for all types of rock climbing has taken him all over the country and abroad, but the expansive landscape, quality rock, and abundant sunshine of the Mojave desert has led him to call Joshua Tree home. Whether going out with first-timers or seasoned climbers seeking to improve and build their skill set, Ryan looks forward to the opportunity to share his contagious excitement for climbing and all that Joshua Tree has to offer!
Ryan is an American Mountain Guides Association Certified Single Pitch Instructor and a certified Wilderness First Responder.
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Reviews
Trip: Joshua Tree Choose Your Own Adventure Day - Full Day
With Ryan M. on April 10, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
We had an excellent time with Ryan rock climbing and hiking in a slot canyons. We had no experience rock climbing but he made it accessible, fun and challenging all 4 members of our family. The Chasm of Doom hike was a favorite for all of us. We highly recommend Mojave Guides and Ryan Mann.
By Tara H. on April 18, 2024
Trip: Joshua Tree Rock Climbing - Half Day (AM)
With Ryan M. on April 13, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
Amazing trip, Ryan was the best guide! Thank you!
By Joseph H. on April 14, 2024
Trip: Joshua Tree Choose Your Own Adventure - Half Day (AM)
With Ryan M. on April 07, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
Working with Mojave Guides was simple, professional and extremely rewarding. Our guide, Ryan, introduced us to parts of the park and terrain we would have never reached on our own. Our half day guided tour was the highlight of our trip and we usually aren’t “tour people”. I can’t say enough great things about our experience.
By Michelle W. on April 08, 2024
Trip: Viator - Beginner Group Rock Climbing in JTNP
With James M., Ryan M. on April 06, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
Our family had an incredible time with Murphy and Ryan. We had never been rock climbing before. They made it fun and instructive and we all learned. Our kids could have climbed all day. I would highly recommend Mojave Guides.
By Erin S. on April 07, 2024
Trip: Joshua Tree Choose Your Own Adventure Day - Full Day
With Ryan M., Taylor O. on April 03, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
Amazing way to explore Joshua Tree National Park with your family. The guides were exceptional… patient, fun, educational and super encouraging.
By Barclay D. on April 04, 2024
Trip: Joshua Tree Rock Climbing - Full Day
With Ryan M. on February 18, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
Great Day - Ryan was excellent providing instruction on several climbing techniques and repelling . The climbing (Slab & Crack ) was very cool and different “trust your shoes and feet” Thanks for a wonderful day and adding to our climbing experience ! Great job Ryan! Matt & Brad
By Brad S. on February 26, 2024
Trip: Joshua Tree Rock Climbing - Half Day (PM)
With Ryan M. on February 11, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
Perfect Trip! Exactly what I wanted.
By Troy T. on February 19, 2024
Trip: Joshua Tree Choose Your Own Adventure - Half Day (AM)
With Ryan M. on January 27, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
Ryan was amazing. He gave us an experience to remember. He was patient and calm when one of us had a moment of hesitation in the adventures. We would go on another adventure with Ryan any day.
By Thoai H. on January 30, 2024
Trip: Joshua Tree Choose Your Own Adventure - Half Day (AM)
With Ryan M. on January 27, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
We went on a pick our own adventure and we did repelling and canyon exploring. Our guide Ryan was amazing. He was on time and very knowledgeable of the Joshua Tree National Park. The canyon exploring was everyone's favorite but the repelling didn't disappoint. We had a 16 year old who was having second thoughts on desending over the edge but Ryan was able to coach and talk to him in a very easy manner that aloud him to become at ease and make it down. Over all an amazing day
By Ken M. on January 28, 2024
Trip: Group Half-Day Program
With Ryan M., Taylor O., Heather S., Mason H., Defne D., Andrew M., Emery H., James M. on January 04, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
The guides for our Mojave desert tour were all great! There were lots of guides and they moved around our group of about 40 people. They each had something different to show us or tell us about, and they loved to see our excitement. They were each interesting people in their own way, forging unique paths in this world, totally appreciative of the beauty of the desert, the joy of their work and getting to know each of us. It felt like a great day with new friends. God bless each one of you. And thank you again.
By Mary G. on January 12, 2024
Trip: Group Half-Day Program
With Ryan M., Taylor O., Heather S., Mason H., Defne D., Andrew M., Emery H., James M. on January 04, 2024
Company: Mojave Guides
The guides were both highly knowledgeable and warm and personable. Speaking of warm, I owe a special debt of gratitude to Mason for loaning me his extra jacket. I would have been really uncomfortable without his kind gesture.
By Paul G. on January 12, 2024