Elias Zane Holt
Born and raised in Talkeetna and in a log home, with a bush pilot / hunting guide for a father and a strong independent mother, Elias was given a great opportunity and perspective of the world and plans not to waste it. Elias still calls Alaska his home, living in Anchorage. He shares a beautiful home with his partner Brooke and their dog Fozzy. Elias started guiding at the age of 19 and has never looked back. Now with years of experience and many certifications he guides all over the globe. Ski trips in the deep powder of Japan, month long expeditions in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, incredible views from high altitude expeditions In the Alaska Range and skiing incredible corn on the Antarctic peninsula.
Take 5 with the Guide
What was your first mountain?
Control Tower
What’s your favorite thing to do when you’re not guiding?
Skiing
What’s always in your snack bag?
Sour Gummy Bears
If you could be stuck with anyone (past or present) at base camp for a week, who would you choose?
I would be happy to be stuck with anyone
One piece of advice for aspiring mountaineers
Its okay to turn around.
Significant Ascents
Denali, West Buttress (2)
Mt. Dickey, Alaska Range
Mt. Rainer
Control Tower, Alaska Range
Kahiltna Dome, Alaska Range
Mount Francis
7 ski expeditions in Antarctica
8 Expeditions in the Brooks Range
10 Expeditions in the Alaska Range
6 Seasons of Ski Guiding In Japan
Certifications
Wilderness First Responder and CPR certified
Emergency Medical Technician
Avalanche Pro Level 2
AMGA certified Alpine Guide
AMGA certified Ski Guide
AAI Winter Weather Forecasting
Leave No Trace Trainer
SPRAT 1 Rope Access Tech
PSIA Level 2 Ski Instructor
