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Shankar Zamora-Vandyke

Shankar is from the front range of Colorado, but we don’t hold that against him and are glad he has decided to spend his summers in the Black Hills. Shankar has been guiding with Sylvan Rocks since 2015 and is excited to share this climbers’ playground with our guests.

Shankar holds an Associates Degree from Colorado Mountain College. He is a no nonsense fellow with a quick smile.

Drums, fly fishing, ice climbing, blasting clay pigeons and living the good life take up his hours when not out on the rocks.

Certifications

AMGA Assistant Rock Guide
AMGA Apprentice Alpine Guide
Wilderness First Responder

5 stars

Brandon took our whole family (my hubby, our three kids and myself) climbing at Sylvan Lake last week. The climb was amazing and he was so fantastic with our children! It was highlight of our trip! Thank you SO much!!!!!

5 stars

Brandon was amazing, very conscious of everyone's safety, and great working with our group of 3 ages 8-67! A memorable day and so glad we did the 6 hour day in Custer State Park! The highlight of our trip and highly recommend!!

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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