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    Connor Chilcott

    connor chilcott
    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International

    Hannah McGowan

    hannah mcgowan
    Guide: Washington, Alaska, International

    Stuart Robertson

    Robertson Sm
    Senior Guide: International, Washington, Alaska

    Seth Timpano

    seth timpano
    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International

    Arielle Todd

    arielle todd
    Senior Guide: Washington, Alaska, International

    Great time on the climbs. Challenging ascent climb, different culture and area, short duration – which fit into my schedule nicely this time of year. Stuart is a pro. Solid in all respects. He gives freedom to make decisions, facilitates learning, and challenges each of us as appropriate. I have confidence in our approach through […]

    High camp on Izta at the Otis Mcallister hut
    Final push on the summit ridge of Orizaba
    Looking over the Valley of Mexico and Mexico City from high camp on Izta
    Alpine Ascents Mexico Volcanoes
    Photo: Mario Simoes
    Alpine Ascents Mexico Volcanoes
    Photo: Mario Simoes
    Summit ridge of Izta
    Street artist in Cholula, Mexico
    The Aztec calendar on display at the Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City
    Climbers on a day hike to acclimate near Izta
    High camp on Izta at the Otis Mcallister hut
    Summit ridge on Izta with Popo in the background
    Early morning sunrise with Orizaba castings its shadow
    Looking down the summit ridge of Orizaba
    Architecture in Mexico City
    Mesoamerica artifacts at the Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City

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