Stuart Robertson

    Stuart Robertson

    Senior Guide: International, Washington, Alaska

    Stuart has had a lifelong passion and love for the mountains and outdoors. Early backpacking trips with family and friends quickly progressed to mountaineering throughout Britain often in full on Scottish winter conditions. Following university, where Stuart studied Geography, he spent four months trekking and climbing in the Nepal Himalaya. On return Stuart served as a Paratrooper with the British Army and much of this time was spent on Britain’s higher ground in less than ideal conditions. In the past ten years Stuart has had the privilege of climbing rock, ice and alpine routes throughout the diverse State of Washington. People who have been on trips with him have remarked on his calmness under pressure, strong leadership skills, wry Scottish humor and his genuine enthusiasm for seeing his clients realize their goals. When not climbing he enjoys running, private flying and spending time with his wife, Amy, and sons Kai and Ewan at their home in Seattle. Most recently Stuart led our successful Mexico Volcanoes trip.

    10-year

    Significant Ascents

    Mount Everest
    200+ ascents of Mount Rainier via eleven routes
    12 Denali expeditions
    9 Aconcagua expeditions
    5 Ascents of Mount Vinson, Antarctica
    Ski the Last Degree, South Pole
    8 Ascents El Pico de Orizaba and Iztaccihuatl, Mexico
    30+ Ascents of Mount Baker via six routes
    3 Ascents of Mount Hood via three routes
    12 Ascents of Mount Shuksan via three routes
    Over 50 Cascade Peaks
    Over 150 Scottish Munros, including Ben Nevis, via ten routes
    Numerous rock, alpine and ice climbs in Europe and North America up to E1 5.10
    Scottish Winter Grade IV-V
    Solo climbs of Imja Tse , Mera Peak, Chukhung Tse and Tharpu Chuli in the Nepal Himalaya

    Certifications

    Wilderness First Responder
    CPR for the Professional Rescuer
    Avalanche Level I & II
    B-3 Interagency Helicopter Safety Certification
    Leave No Trace Trainer
    UK Mountain Leader Board Mountain Leader Training
    Single Pitch Supervisor

    Awards & Recognition

    Denali Pro Pin

    I thought it was great! Our guide was patient, encouraging and an excellent leader.

    Volcanoes of Mexico BLOG

    • Top 5 Questions: Mexico Volcanoes

      With our first Mexico Volcanoes trip of the winter season fast approaching, we sat down with guide Hannah McGowan for her words of wisdom when it comes to this iconic climbing trip. Mexico Volcanoes:  Top 5 Questions What’s the food like? Simply put, the food on this expedition is awesome! We eat at a variety […]

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