Ryan Mann

Mojave Guides
Joshua Tree, California

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

5.0 (32 reviews)

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

Trip: Joshua Tree Choose Your Own Adventure - Half Day (AM)

With Ryan M. on December 31, 2023

Company: Mojave Guides

By Vivian C. on January 06, 2024

Trip: Airbnb Experiences - AM

With Ryan M. on December 27, 2023

Company: Mojave Guides

My 13 year old daughter and I did a morning trip with Ryan in JTNP. My daughter is a climber, I am not, but we had a great time and were both challenged by the routes that Ryan chose for us. Highly recommended!

By Jacob R. on January 04, 2024

Trip: Joshua Tree Hiking - Half Day (PM)

With Ryan M., Taylor O. on January 01, 2024

Company: Mojave Guides

Easy going, professional, and very knowledgeable about Joshua Tree National Park. You’ll always learn more with a guide and have a much more memorable experience. No reservations about booking another trip with our guides.

By Jason H. on January 02, 2024

Trip: Joshua Tree Rappelling - Half Day (AM)

With Ryan M. on December 29, 2023

Company: Mojave Guides

Ryan was great!

By Jocelyn K. on December 30, 2023

Trip: Joshua Tree Rock Climbing - Half Day (PM)

With Ryan M. on December 29, 2023

Company: Mojave Guides

The BEST experience with Ryan as our guide. Was exactly the thing to do with 13 and 17 year old kids! had a blast and can’t wait to do it again. Highly recommend Ryan as your guide!!

By John A. on December 30, 2023