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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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