MNA Ventures guides are leading experts who are dedicated to making your trip the most educational and rewarding experience possible!
Our trip leaders are experts who not only have extensive experience as educators, but they also share a passion for teaching and for the Colorado Plateau. They include scientists, writers and poets, artists and photographers, cultural consultants, and guides. Trip leaders are assisted by experienced MNA staff who prepare meals, drive, and generally help make your Venture successful and enjoyable. We are proud to include some of the Southwest’s leading experts and educators.
- Stewart Aitchison, Zoologist, Geologist, Photographer
- Kirk Anderson, Geoarchaeologist
- Gene Balzer, Photography Professor
- Lisa Kearsley
- G. Kent Colbath, Geologist, Executive Director of the A:shiwi A:wan Museum and Heritage Center
- Don Keller, Archaeologist
- Alan Petersen, Museum Curator of Fine Art
- Helen Ranney
- Wayne Ranney, Geologist
- Jerry Snow, Colorado Plateau interpreter and guide
- Derik Spice, Grand Canyon Boatman and Field Educator
- Kim Spurr, Bioarchaeologist
- Gwen Waring, Ecologist, author, artist
- Dave Wilson, Navajo cultural interpreter and guide