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Don't take my word for it! Here's what my guests say after our adventures. - Chris

"I very much enjoyed climbing with you. Without exaggeration, you were one of the best if not the best guide that I have had the privilege of climbing with."

- Blair S., after spending four days climbing in the Palisades 

and a quick day-and-a-half trip up Mt Langley, July 2010

"...I honestly can say that we shared one of the best experiences of our lives. Chris was a fantastic guide and leader throughout the entire trip. We felt totally safe with him from the moment we started the long hike up the mountain. Chris possesses a great sense of humor, a knack for giving instruction in a clear manner, and lacks the pretension that one could expect from an accomplished climber such as himself. We were so excited that he was able to get our group to the summit on Sunday."

- Matt V., after climbing the Mountaineers Route on  Mt Whitney, July 2010

"Just wanted to drop you an email saying thanks. I had a great day at "snow school" with Chris. Let him know that largely thanks to his instruction I was able to complete the Mount Whitney peak in one day safely. I had the opportunity to use pretty much everything he taught me. He's an outstanding instructor and I look forward to hopefully doing a trip in the future with you guys."

- Mike K., after a Snow Skills Day above Tioga Lake, May 2010

"One of the best trips I have ever taken.  Chris did a great job - the itinerary and meals were well planned, camp was well run and he knew exactly when we needed support during the trip.  Knowing he was watching made me more confident in myself.  Chris gave me simple tips over the course of the trip that markedly improved the efficiency of my travel and made for a better experience."

-Mike G., High Sierra Ski Traverse, May 2010

"Great Lesson from Chris today! He's very personable and knows his business. Will definitely look for him the next time I need a lesson."

- Barry F., Skiing at Alpine Meadows Ski Resort, January 2010

"Fantastic! Amazing! One pot meals - I will use the fish cooking method. The more time spent with him the higher my opinion was."

- Paul, Cottonwood to Whitney Backpacking, August 2009

"Great Time...Thank you again for the experience and adventure. Excellent conditions for hiking, climbing and laying around.  And the menu...I can't wait until I can partake in your Rockin' Bistro again. All the meals were perfect for a fuel starved body and planned / prepared to perfection."
-Cory P., after climbing the Southwest Chutes on Thunderbolt and Polemonium Peaks, Palisades, August 2009

"Very impressed with the caliber of professionalism and experience of our guide...Chris set a decent pace, kept an eye on us, prepared interesting one pot meals, and kept us entertained with stories and antecdotes and helpful information. A very upbeat, positive person who nudged us and encouraged us out of the sack and up the hills each day."

- Nancy, after a horse-packed hiking trip from Cottonwood to Mt Whitney, July 2009

"Chris will persistently challenge a client to push through comfort zones towards the very best they are physically and mentally capable of becoming."

- Carlton S., after rock climbing for 5 days in Smith Rock, Oregon, June 2009

"Thank you very much for your expertise, professionalism, and commitment to safety on the climb; I truly enjoyed the experience and you definitely have single source for Mt Rainier."

- Alan S., after climbing Mt Hood, May 2009

"Thanks so much for being our Alpine Guide last weekend. We had so much fun!"

- Catalina G., after backcountry skiing near Alpine Meadows Ski Are, Lake Tahoe, January 2009