Guides

    Guides

    Alpine Ascents looks to employ the finest guides in the industry, whether highly skilled instructors, experts in particular mountains or environs, as well as leaders and decision makers in the complex world of mountaineering. Guides for this trip are selected based on these factors, as Alpine Ascents looks to provide an environment where our guides excel, you are well prepared for success, and we remain environmentally sensitive with a keen eye on managing risks.

    Guide Staff

    Juan Araya

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    Guide: International
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    Dylan Cembalski

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Connor Chilcott

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    John Collis

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Joshua Conlon

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Agustin Coppini

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    Guide: Aconcagua
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    Mike Coyle

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Rikki Dunn

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Gabriel Fracchia

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    Guide: Aconcagua
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    David Gottlieb

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Bryce Hill

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Carrie Holloway

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    Guide: Washington, International
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    Ben Jones

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    Senior Guide: International, Washington, Alaska
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    Kristie Kayl

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Hannah McGowan

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Evan Miller

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Rachel Molstad

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Don Nguyen

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    HERNÁN RIOS

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    Guide: International
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    Matthew Rosenberg

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Dawa Yangzum Sherpa

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Jangbu Sherpa

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Vern Tejas

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    Senior Guide: International, Washington, Alaska
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    Carole Tejas

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    Guide: International, Nepal Program Director
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    Arielle Todd

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Craig Van Hoy

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    Senior Guide: International, Washington, Alaska
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    Don Wargowsky

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Matthew Wiech

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    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Stephen Williams

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    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International
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    Loved the experience. Even though we were pinned down for five days at Camp One and did not summit, I still enjoyed the experience. Both Danny and Troy were excellent guides who demonstrated tremendous leadership. They were very generous with their time and stories. The entire team picked their brain regarding past climbs, climbing tips, […]

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