Jake Radak

    Jake Radak

    Guide: Washington, Alaska

    Jake grew up in Ohio where he has fond memories of running, playing soccer, and shredding all 264 vertical feet at the local ski resort. After college he moved to Seattle where he fell in love with the Cascades and found a passion for instructing in the outdoors. Jake believes that being in the mountains should be fun, and he strives for that on every trip, professional or private. In the winter you can find Jake ski patrolling and chasing powder at Stevens Pass in Washington.

    Take 5 with the Guide

    Guilty Pleasure
    Katy Perry

    Favorite movie
    Good Will Hunting

    Dream rope team / climbing partner for your dream climb?
    I want Beth Rodden to drag my butt up the Nose of El Cap

    If you could be stuck with anyone (past or present) at base camp for a week
    Tom Hanks

    When you’re not guiding?
    I’m skiing, running, traveling, or listening to music, comedy, or NPR..

    Guide For:

    Denali

    Significant Ascents

    Mt. Rainier (DC, Emmons, Kautz)
    Mt. Baker (Coleman-Deming, North Ridge, Easton)
    Mt. Shuksan (Fisher Chimneys, White Salmon Ski Descent)
    Mt. Hood
    Denali (West Buttress)
    Adams (SW chutes ski descent)
    Glacier Peak

    Certifications

    WFR / CPR
    AIARE Pro Level 1
    Leave No Trace Trainer

    Everything I hoped for. Both of these guys are top notch guides. These guys consistently used every opportunity to teach us how to be better climbers. I was impressed how they would tutor us, but not treat us like children.

    Denali BLOG

    • Denali Webinar

      Dominating the already immense landscape of the Alaska Range, Denali “The Great One ” is the tallest mountain in North America, rising a lofty 20,310’ above Denali National Park.  Mountaineers flock from across the globe to test their strength and climbing prowess on this ultimate alpine test piece.  If you have Denali on your list […]

    • Denali: A Photo Essay

      by Brooke Warren Denali “The High One” is the third highest of the seven summits, right behind Everest and Aconcagua, at 20,310 feet. It is an “ultra-prominent” peak with soaring vertical relief of 18,000 feet, greater even than Mount Everest (a mere 12,000′ of vertical relief) when measured from its 2,000-foot lowlands to its lofty […]

    • Dear Alpine Ascents: Insulating Ice Axe Handles?

      Hey Alpine, I’m headed up to Denali this May (!!!!) and I heard that climbers insulate their ice axes? Interesting… What’s the rationale and how do I do it? Thanks in advance and see you in Talkeetna! Sincerely, Seeking Toasty Mitts Hi Toast Mitts, Thanks for reaching out and stoked you’re headed up to the […]

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