Over the past fifteen years we have led many of you around the world. Climbing, Exploring and Discovering the mountainous regions of our Earth together. From the plains of the...
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When you sign up for a trip with us, you will be emailed a full gear list. Before leaving for any of our trips you must have every item with...
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The morning of your climb you will arrive to our Guide Hut at 8 am (unless on a 5 day Baker program in which you should plan to arrive...
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Few aspects of mountaineering inspire as many questions as gear. Before every trip, our guests ask us what qualities to look for in individual items, and for specific purchasing recommendations....
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Introduction to Mountaineering Boots Footwear is perhaps our single most important piece of gear while we’re in the mountains. Every season we receive questions about which boots are best for...
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You’ve committed to climbing a mountain and now it’s time to train. Many factors determine if you will reach the summit or not. Some are out of your control, such...
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For any glaciated activity you need to have rated category four glasses to protect your eyes from the reflection of the glacier and to avoid snow blindness. Exposure to solar...
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Understanding Down Jackets Choosing a down jacket or any type of down product in general is one of the most important decisions when selecting mountaineering gear. A warm down jacket...
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Properly packing a backpack is essential for a pleasurable experience in the backcountry. Below you will find the suggestions from the guides of Northwest Alpine Guides and Mountain Gurus, and...
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