Michael Hutchins
Originally from Washington State, Michael started climbing and skiing in the North Cascades. He attended Montana State University in Bozeman, MT, for a college degree in Earth Sciences. Michael has also spent time in Alaska, Nepal, Patagonia, Antarctica, Europe and across North America chasing his love for climbing and new adventures. He now lives in Winthrop, WA. When not guiding, he works as a farm-hand and carpenter.
If you could be stuck with anyone (past or present) at base camp for a week, who would you choose?
The 14th Dalai Lama
Significant Ascents
Mount Hunter, Deprivation, AK 6, AI6, M5
Patagonia, Fitz Roy, Northwest Ridge, VI, 5.11, Mixed
Patagonia, Poincenot, Carrington Rouse, VI, 5.10, Mixed
Goat’s Beard, Mazama, WA, WI6, 5th Ascent
Mount Owen, “Renny Take the Wheel”, V, 5.11, F.A.
El Capitan, Zodiac, VI, 5.10, A3+
Washington Column, Astroman, 5.11+
Liberty Bell, Thin Red Line, 5.12
Mount Rainier Speed Ascent, 4 Hours 35 Minutes round trip, Paradise to Paradise
80+ Ascents of Mount Rainier via 9 different routes
50+ Ascents of the Grand Teton
8 summits of Denali
2 Summits Aconcagua
2 Summits Mt. Vinson
Cotopaxi Ski Descents
Cayambe Ski Descents
Antisana Ski Descents
Certifications
AMGA IFMGA Mountain Guide
EMT and CPR certified
Avalanche Pro 2 / Level 3
Leave No Trace Trainer
Rigging for Rescue
Helicopter Crew member
Awards & Recognition
Denali Pro Award 2017
Khumbu Climbing School Instructor
While the equipment and other necessities such as food were extremely important vehicles for success/ the overall experience on this expedition and definitely contributed to the overall quality, what really made this trip shine were the guides.
