Oct 28, 2024 | AIARE Avalanche Education, Backcountry Skiing, Colorado, Education, Educational Program, Guided
Here’s some thoughts I frequently find myself giving to people asking how to get into the backcountry. The first thing is to understand it can be a long, complicated journey depending on your goals. It’s important to be realistic about your ability to commit the time,...
Oct 10, 2024 | AIARE Avalanche Education, Backcountry Skiing, Colorado, Education, Educational Program, Guided, Rocky Mountain National Park, Ski Mountineering
I’m really excited about getting this program running this winter. This is a program that I really think will provide the best bang for your buck as far as winter backcountry readiness is concerned. Many students I work with in avalanche safety courses don’t...
Oct 10, 2024 | Expedition, Glacier, Guided, Uncategorized
Expedition October 2024 Pico de Orizaba Custom small team expedition to the 3rd highest peak in North America, Pico de Orizaba. IG Story Summary Expedition Overview For learning about high altitude climbing, this is an awesome objective. From the US it’s only a short...
Sep 2, 2024 | Backcountry Skiing, Guided, Rock Climb, Ski Mountineering
I get a lot of people asking about how to get into ski mountaineering. But first, what is ski mountaineering, truly? Well… its mountaineering with skis… obviously. Let’s break that down though. One way we could look at it is: skiing in terrain where...
Aug 31, 2024 | Alaska, Backcountry Skiing, Expedition, Guided, Ski Mountineering
The legendary Thompson Pass, Alaska. There is a reason this is a yearly trip. It always delivers. Get in touch early if your interested in joining, there are usually some prerequisites to make sure your ready. 2500-feet above sea level the pass provides amazing access...