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Infectious Disease Guidelines

By Dennis BroadwellAnnouncements, Articles
At Northwest Alpine Guides we have adopted the following guidelines for the safety of our guests and our staff. Please read these carefully and let us know if you have...
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April 1, 2020
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New to Mountaineering?

By Joseph AndersonArticles
Here are five tips for a successful climb on Mount Baker. To begin, I’d like to point out that if you are intimidated by climbing Mt Baker you have good...
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March 10, 2020
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Gear: Guide Picks

By Dennis BroadwellArticles, Gear Tips
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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January 5, 2020
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The Beginners Bucket List

By Dennis BroadwellArticles, Travel Tips
For many people the idea of climbing and being in the mountains is a dream, however sometimes figuring out the right progression to get there can be daunting. At Northwest...
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September 12, 2018
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Mount Baker Volcano

By Dennis BroadwellArticles, Mount Baker
Mount Baker's Early History USGS research in the last decade shows Mount Baker to be the youngest of several volcanic centers in the area and one of the youngest volcanoes...
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August 18, 2018
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Crampons

By Dennis BroadwellArticles, Gear Tips
Introduction to Crampons Crampons are necessary on all summit climbs and mountaineering expeditions because they are the key piece of equipment attaching your feet to the mountain. They are essential...
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August 16, 2018
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Celebrating 10 years of Northwest Alpine Guides adventures!

By Dennis BroadwellAnnouncements, Articles
Over the past ten 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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May 19, 2018
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Mountaineering Boots

By Dennis BroadwellArticles, Gear Tips
Introduction to Mountaineering Boots Footwear is perhaps our single most important piece of gear while we’re in the mountains. Every season we field questions about which boots are best for...
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April 26, 2018
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The Four-Legged Stool

By Dennis BroadwellArticles, Travel Tips
Our climbers often ask us which trip is the best fit for them. Our inevitable response is, “It depends.” It depends on the skills you possess, and the skills you...
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April 20, 2018
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Climb Rainier to Support The Himalayan Outreach Project

By Dennis BroadwellHimalayan Outreach Project

Update and climb Mount Rainier to Support The Himalayan Outreach Project Rejuvenating Nepal’s Economy Thanks to all of your generous donations to the Himalayan Outreach Project, Mountain Gurus and our…

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May 1, 2016
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