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Mountain adventures create the best stories, and we want to share some of ours with you. Dive into Alpenglow Stories to stay up to date on expeditions in the field, read blogs, and get tips and tricks from guides.

Tackle Your High-Altitude Climbing Bucket List Without Using All Your PTO

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Top 5 things we’re looking forward most to this Spring

Written by Allie Ace, Alpenglow Guide When people think of Lake Tahoe, they often think of it for our winter or summer season. Lake Tahoe is known for its epic…
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Summer Front Desk Position Available

Looking for an opportunity in the outdoor industry? Alpenglow Expeditions is looking to expand its office team this summer season! We are looking for someone who is hardworking and passionate…
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What Oxygen System does Alpenglow use on 8,000m Expeditions?

Oxygen. It’s what keeps us alive; especially above 8,000m. When it comes to climbing the biggest mountains in the world, the oxygen system that you’re using is vital to success….
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Glen Poulsen’s Tips and Tricks for Spring Touring

As we transition into the spring skiing month’s here in Tahoe (with a few intermittent powder dumps, we hope!),  a few words of wisdom from a local legend and one…
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COVID-19 Policies and Procedures for Local Winter Programs

It is clear that COVID-19 will remain a challenge this winter, and that it will be important for us to continue taking precaution in order to keep our guests and…
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Winter is upon us! Here’s a few things to consider

Written by Matthew Beals Welcome to Winter in October! While I usually loathe to jinx the season with over-optimism, the goods are here and this season has already over-delivered: the…
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Train for ski season while you’re stuck inside!

Written by Matthew Beals Behind every #influencer summit selfie, there’s a journey filled with thoughtful moments assessing risks and hazards, steep leg-and-lung-crushing approaches, and occasionally, some unforeseen challenges. We find…
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Women and alpinism: a narrative about climbing in South America

Written by Emily O’Dean, Women’s Ecuador Expedition member “Oh, should I have given you a hug up there?” the trip leader asked as I cried into the arms of man…
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Climbing a Classic High Sierra Traverse in Just 2 Days

Written by Mike Pond, Photos by Lorenzo Riano 40 hours, 20 miles, 13,804 feet of elevation gain, Five 14ers, one epic adventure There are many ways a climb can be…
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