It’s the end of April, the Chugach, Alaska season is coming to an end, and what a season it was! Jeff, Wes, and I became the first party to ever climb the face of the mighty Sphinx. It will remain a life highlight for the three of us, and to do it as a complete Tour Camp… Continue reading State of the Backcountry 2016: Alaska
It’s already March, and that means it’s time for Jeff, Wes and I to set up the 2016 PNH Tour Camp! We are sold out for the season, and already have reservations on the books for next season. This year Jeff and I traveled from Tahoe to Alaska early to attempt the first ever climb… Continue reading It’s Time To Set Up The 2016 PNH Tour Camp| The Simple Life |Warren Miller Photo Gallery
The end of February is near, and with well over 300” of snow having fallen across the Sierra Nevada, the state of the Tahoe and Eastern Sierra backcountry is as good as it’s been in five years.Granted, February has been mostly warm, sunny and dry. A few inches to start the month and one solid… Continue reading State of the Backcountry 2016: Tahoe and the Eastern Sierra
Popping some Cherry Cola Chews, I take a moment to fuel up and survey the scene. Icebergs, penguins and a frozen landscape encompass my total vantage. The scenery is as wild as it gets. It’s mid November, and there’s no better way to kick off the ski season than an expedition to Antarctica. It became… Continue reading Checking In With Honey Stinger| From Antarctica to Alaska
After a fall filled with hype, I’m starting to believe. Since the last Unofficial Networks State of the Backcountry report the greater Tahoe area has been going off! Pow day after pow day has blurred memories of four straight drought years and put a major spotlight on El Nino. In fact, the snowy January we… Continue reading State of the Backcountry 2016: Tahoe and Nevada
I’m honored to be on the cover of the new Adventure Sports Journal along with a piece that’s full of stoke and some great photos I’ve shot capturing the return of winter to Tahoe! From the article: “I’m going to ski this super cautiously, island of safety to island of safety. Copy?” “Yes. I have eyes… Continue reading Winter Returns | Adventure Sports Journal
I’m super excited to share my writing and photography to support this piece on the history of PNH Tour Camp. This issue also highlights another trip I guide in Greenland for Ice Axe Expeditions, with photography by Keoki Flagg. It’s a privilege to work as an athlete for such an amazing photographer, and you’ll see and… Continue reading A Backcountry Home in the Chugach | Ascent Backcountry Snow Journal
It’s a New Year and in 2016 I have the great fortune to offer ski guiding services with some of the best outfits out there, to some of the most unique places to ski and ride in the world. If you’re interested in any of these locales please be in touch. I hope to share… Continue reading Ski with Me in 2016: Himalayas, Alaska, Greenland, Kamchatka, Antarctica and Beyond!!
