I am thoroughly impressed with our guide’s passion for canyoning, as well as his extensive knowledge of the area’s history and geology. His enthusiasm was truly inspiring. He explained every step of the experience in a way that made us feel well-prepared and safe, especially when it came to rappelling. His attention to safety and the proper setup of ropes gave me complete confidence. The added bonus was the fascinating geology lessons, which were worth the price alone! Since we’re not from the U.S., his crash course in American geology made the adventure even more enriching. Highly recommended!

Chris and Melissa are awesome! I summited Mt Baker with them in 2010 and could not have asked for a better instructor. I had never held an ice ax and didn’t know what crampons were before I took the glacier climbing course, but Chris taught me everything I needed to know. He is very professional and methodical in his approach, teaching all of the necessary skills to a considerable amount of depth, and allowing for lots of practice between the classroom sessions and field trips. If you want to be hand-held up Baker in a hurry, look elsewhere. If you want to learn the skills and feel confident that you could navigate your way to the top or run a crevasse rescue, you can’t do better than Chris. Definitely one of the most memorable experiences of my life!

Tyler was our guide for the Occulus Canyon tour. It was very fun. Tyler was prompt and engaging. He knows a great deal about what he is doing and the geology. I would definitely hire him again. Thanks a ton!

I took a class here last year in preparation for climbing Mt. Baker in WA state. I had zero mountaineering experience but really wanted to learn what it was all about. I was sold when Chris did his first information session. Chris is such an experienced, calm, and teaching focused person. He described his approach to teaching climbing that just made sense for me. During the course we learned navigational skills, learned how to use all the climbing gear, how to safely cross glaciers, practice rescuing teammates from crevices (amazing experience!). We would learn the concepts in a classroom setting, then do an overnight camp/hike to practice all the skills in the wild. I knew nothing when I started the class, and I am now comfortable doing some of these things on my own, this is a testament to Chris’ ability to teach and make sure you remember what you are taught. I would recommend this for anyone that is interested in mountaineering, it was such an amazing experience, and I have since drawn upon those skills in other outdoor scenarios. Chris makes this a comfortable learning environment, where you can challenge yourself, explore the wonder that is the mountains, and make some great friends! What are you waiting for?? GO GO GO!