Guides

Guides

Alpine Ascents looks to employ the finest guides in the industry, whether highly skilled instructors, experts in particular mountains or environs and as well as leaders and decision makers in the complex world of mountaineering. Guides for this trip are selected based on these factors as Alpine Ascents looks to provide the environment for our guides to excel and for your climb to be well prepared for success, environmentally sensitive with a keen eye on managing risks.

Guide Staff

Vern Tejas

Vern Tejas
Senior Guide: International, Washington, Alaska

Guides were excellent! and all planned just right. Food and staff were great … the local staff was superior to the others we saw along the trail and from what we heard from parallel travelers, our experience was superior in all ways.

ALPINE ASCENTS BLOG

  • Inside the Vinson Expedition with Bryce Hill

    Mount Vinson is Antarctica’s highest peak and one of the Seven Summits—a remote, high-altitude adventure in one of the most pristine places on Earth. Join veteran Vinson guide Bryce Hill in this recorded webinar as he takes you behind the scenes of this legendary climb, covering logistics, itinerary, gear, and his top tips for success. […]

  • Training for Denali Webinar

    If Denali is on your horizon, it’s time to get serious about training. Join world-renowned alpinist, Uphill Athlete founder, and co-author of Training for the Uphill Athlete, Steve House for a deep dive into what it truly takes to prepare for North America’s highest peak. In this session, Steve breaks down the key principles behind […]

  • Cascades Conditions Report 9/3/2026

    Hello climbers, It felt like the switch to fall happened in the mountains this week!  Cool temperatures and precipitation have returned to the mountains.  New snow returned to mid and upper elevations over the last couple days, and a handful of inches is expected over the next few days and leading into the weekend as […]

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