Micah Lewkowitz
Micah guides for Alpine Ascents on Denali, Mt. Rainier, and in the North Cascades. Originally from the New England area, Micah received Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Outdoor Education from the University of Massachusetts. He has guided mountaineering expeditions throughout SE Alaska as well as high altitude expeditions in Ecuador and Mexico. He is a passionate climber with challenging technical ascents in Canada, Alaska, Yosemite, Colorado, and the Desert SW. Micah currently lives in Ridgway, CO in the heart of the San Juan mountains with his wife, Hilary, and Alaskan Malamute, Izta.
Take 5 with the Guide
Favorite movie
A Clockwork Orange
Guilty Pleasure
Bad romantic comedies, the more cliche the better
In another life I’d…
Be a puppy. Morning naps, afternoon naps, and evening naps all sandwiched by snacks and belly rubs.
Most people don’t know that…
I make up silly songs pretty much daily, I think my wife is laughing at the lyrics but she may also just be laughing at how bad my voice is
One piece of advice for aspiring mountaineers
Cry in the dojo and laugh on the battlefield.
Significant Ascents
Denali, AK – 7 expeditions
Mt. Rainier, WA
Mt. Baker, WA
Mt. Shuksan, WA
Mt. Shasta, CA
Mt. Emmerich, AK (First Ascent of the SW Face)
Illiniza Norte and Sur, Ecuador
Cotopaxi, Ecuador
Chimborazo, Ecuador
Iztaccihuatl, Mexico
Pico de Orizaba, Mexico
Certifications
Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician
AIARE Avalanche Level II
Leave No Trace Trainer
AMGA Rock Guide
AMGA Alpine Guide
Immensely enjoyed the expedition. It was the most amazing and challenging outdoor experience of my life, so far. The guides were nothing short of excellent.
