Events and Slide Shows
Jolly, the Extreme Elf



What’s it like being an Elf and working for Santa?”
This is the question that everyone is eager to have answered. Well I hate to burst any bubbles but I’m not actually an elf!!!! Nope, 100% human here. It’s pretty obvious from my height and lack of pointed ears.
“Imposter!!!”
No, think not. I’m the real deal. I’ve been training Elves with the SPG-E2 for two amazing years! The South Pole Group - Entry and Escape, specialized in contained structures and escape. SPG-E2 deals with all the housing units that don’t have chimney access or common access, such as hotels; apartment buildings; condominiums; and airports. They also specialize in escapes.
“What do you mean escapes?”
Well not everything always goes to plan and sometimes during a package drop, an elf or Santa will require assistance or extraction. I was fortunate to find the South Pole Group, and be offered an instructor position teaching an amazing group of talented jolly people. My past military experience translated into functional methods for entry and extraction as well as the understanding that secrets must be kept at all costs.
“South Pole? Wait.
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Alpine Slideshow by FMG Guides!!!



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REI Presentation: Aconcagua



The tallest mountain outside of Asia, Aconcagua stands at 22,840 feet offering all inspired climbers an exhilarating experience full of physical and mental challenges. From hiking through the Vacas Valley, crossing flowing rivers lush from summer glacial thaw to cramponing snow fields above Camp 2 at 20,000 ft, Aconcagua offers it all!
Join guides Karsten Delap and Lindsay Fixmer as they lead teams trekking through the beauty of an Argentinian summer in the mountains. Follow them on an amazing journey with breathtaking views, overcoming numerous.
March 8th: @ 7pm @ REI Atlanta
REI Atlanta located at 1800 Northeast Expy NE. Atlanta, GA 30329
404-633-6508
March 9th: @ 7pm @ REI Kennesaw
REI Kennesaw located at 740 Barrett Parkway Ste. 450 Kennesaw, GA 30144
770-425-4480
March 10th: @ 7pm @ REI Asheville
REI Asheville located at 31 Schenck Parkway Asheville, NC 28803
828-687-0918
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