Adam studied at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls where he studied Elementary Education and worked in their outdoor program as the student manager, head trip leader, route setter, as well as a guest lecture and guide for many of their outdoor education classes. The summer before his senior year he interned with Acadia Mountain Guides that solidified his desire to become a full time climbing guide after college.  

 

In the past couple years Adam has guided all over the US including Wisconsin, Minnesota, Utah, New Hampshire, and Maine where he now serves as a Single Pitch Instructor and Professional Climbing Instructors Association: Indoor Provider for Acadia Mountain Guides Climbing School.