Meet the Team
Owners
Laura Bellisle
General Manager
Laura started climbing in Yosemite in 2008. It wasn't until she met Andrew that she climbed inside at Denver Bouldering Club and Earth Treks, and she was hooked!
Her business management background means Basecamp will be committed to providing you the best customer service possible so you can spend more time climbing.
Andrew Bellisle
Head Coach
Andrew loves climbing––from bouldering to big walls and everything in between––because it all challenges our human potential. A movement connoisseur, he's used his 17 years of climbing to set routes, coach, and guide outdoors. So don't be afraid to ask him your latest technique questions! He's the right nerd for the job, and he loves engaging the Black Hills climbing community as we explore our limits together.
Staff
Kolton Arthur
Programs Director
Kolton recently graduated from Black Hills State with a degree in Outdoor Recreation. His love of climbing and excellent customer service welcome all climbers into the Basecamp community. He's always down to talk beta or up for a campus challenge.
Spencer Marty
Head Route Setter
Spencer moving here in the Fall of 2020 was a gift to the Black Hills. His setting experience from Minneapolis Bouldering Project and beyond and high level of movement knowledge help Spencer set for all levels and styles. This experience, combined with his team approach and his creativity with movement, make Spencer the perfect person to lead our setting team!
Jupiter Knight
Kids Coach, Forerunner
Jupiter grew up climbing in the Hills. He became part of our competitive climbing team in 2023 and made regionals both years of his competitive career so far! His enthusiasm for climbing transcends to the next generation in his coaching, and his power and coordination make him a fabulous forerunner.
Star Sharp Fish
Front Desk
Star love people and is great at encouraging you on to the send! Her positivity and inner light will brighten your day when she is at the front desk!
Julia Mathew
Front Desk, Route Setter
Julia moved to the Black Hills and immediately became a Basecamp member. Her ability to build community around her makes her a great front desk staff. Recently, she has also brought her skills to the setting team by creating fun challenges for climbers of all ability levels!
Caleigh Copenhaver
Forerunner
Caleigh is studying engineering at SD Mines and works at Basecamo between her busy class and lab schedule. Her ability to talk about climbing movement at a high level and her committtment to serving the Black Hills climbing community make her the perfect new addition to our forerunning team!
Carter Mockabee
Camp Coach, Front Desk
Carter joined Basecamp's competitive climbing team in 2023, and his climbing progress is unparalleled. His extensive work with kids and excitement to bring people outside make him a great camp coach. And his enthusiasm for the gym help any new climber feel welcome at the front desk!