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Category: Backcountry SkiingBy nate May 8, 2008

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Operating under special use permit in the San Juan National Forest Columbine Ranger District and the Grand Mesa/Uncompahgre National Forest Ouray Ranger District – Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park – Moab Bureau of Land Management. Authorized Concessionaire in Rocky Mountain National Park. City of Ouray – Ouray Ice Park – Ouray Via Ferrata.

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Mountain Guide service in Ouray, CO offering instruction and adventure in the San Juans with Certified Guides
Ski⛷️Rock🧗Ice❄️Peaks⛰️Via Ferrata

When life gives you ice chunks, make a step. 🤣 Gui

When life gives you ice chunks, make a step. 🤣 Guide @joe.climbing.guide keeps it resourceful at the @ourayicepark .

Winter is making an appearance this weekend, so we

Winter is making an appearance this weekend, so we’re already dreaming of spring missions!

We created a Spring Ski and Ride Course so that you can experience the amazing ski terrain in the San Juan’s at the best time of year while basecamping at @redmtnalpinelodge . This cuts down on commute time so you can get the most out of your daily alpine missions.

In this immersive 3-day course you’ll learn about managing spring avalanche cycles as well as practice ski mountaineering skills. Plus you’ll get to ski some rad continuous lines off the peaks in the area.

Cost: $1599
Includes 3 days of instruction, 2 nights with meals at @redmtnalpinelodge , access to the latest Ortovox avalanche gear, and transportation to and from the trailhead.

📸: @liam_doran_outdoors

If you’re coming to Ouray to ice climb, hiring a g

If you’re coming to Ouray to ice climb, hiring a guide is the best way to ensure you have a fulfilling trip. 🧗‍♀️

At @sanjuanmtnguides our professional, AMGA trained and certified guides personalize their instruction to your goals. We move efficiently to maximize your climbing at the @ourayicepark or in the backcountry and know which climbs are ideal for novice climbers or people learning to climb harder grades.

All of our trips include technical gear too! You can hire an ice guide any day from December through March.

👉Book a trip today! Info@mtnguide.net

Our go-to ice tools are the @petzl_official Nomics

Our go-to ice tools are the @petzl_official Nomics for their versatility in steep ice and mixed terrain and their modular capabilities (switching out picks, pick weights, and more). They have always set the standard for the best ice tools, which is why we choose them for our rental fleet.

What’s your favorite ice tool and why?

❓When should you start leading ice?❓ The answer i

❓When should you start leading ice?❓

The answer is different for everyone, but you should definitely have solid movement, technical skills, know how to downclimb, and be able to predict the strength of your screw placements.

In the @sanjuanmtnguides 3-day ice leaders course you’ll practice all of that and more. You’ll also practice mock leads with feedback until you’re ready to get on the sharp end.

The consequence of falling while leading ice can be high. Learn about all the tools you have at your disposal so you can be confident!

Cost: $1099 for 3 days of instruction at the @ourayicepark and in the backcountry.

👉👉Reach out to info@mtnguide.net for more information or book your spot!

⛷️Meet your guide: Stephen Williams 🧗‍♂️ Stephen

⛷️Meet your guide: Stephen Williams 🧗‍♂️

Stephen is an alpine, ice, ski and rock guide who originally hails from Tennessee. He’s been guiding for more than a decade both internationally and at home. He regularly guides in Colorado, Washington, Alaska, Mexico and Argentina.

Stephen is a strong all-around climber and skier and his personal experience includes first ascents in Alaska, long rock routes in the desert Southwest, technical ski descents in the Tetons and demanding ice climbs in the Canadian Rockies.

Favorite trail snack: A Sandwich. Literally any type of sandwich.
Furry companion: He likes to annoy a kitty named Mitzi!
Certifications: AMGA certified Rock and Alpine Guide, Assistant Ski Guide, Avalanche Pro 2, Wilderness First Responder
What people say: “Stephen is extremely knowledgeable and confident!”

Tell us about your trip with Stephen! 👇

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