Stories
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.
2025: A Year in Review at Alpenglow Expeditions
As 2025 comes to a close, we have been taking a moment to look back. Not just where we went, but how we showed up, and who we shared it with.
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Climb Carstensz Pyramid with Adrian Ballinger
Climb Carstensz Pyramid with Adrian Ballinger in 2026, his last of the Seven Summits!
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Essential Avalanche Rescue Skills Every Backcountry Skier Should Know
Essential avalanche rescue skills every backcountry skier should know, why they matter in real terrain, and how professional AMGA-certified training builds confidence and competence.
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Avalanche Education in California: What to Expect from an AIARE 1 Course
Learn what to expect from an AIARE 1 course in California and why avalanche education is essential for safety while backcountry skiing in avalanche terrain.
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Avalanche Refresher
Skills erode, best practices evolve, and confidence doesn’t always translate into competence without regular practice. That’s why we’ve added a new course to our Lake Tahoe avalanche education lineup — the AIARE 1 Refresher.
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Lake Tahoe’s Best Family Winter Adventure: Snowshoeing with Alpenglow Expeditions
Discover the best family winter adventure in Lake Tahoe with guided snowshoe tours from Alpenglow Expeditions. Explore iconic locations and enjoy cozy breaks with hot drinks.
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Beyond the Lines: Skiing Andermatt with Adrian Ballinger and Emily Harrington
Join professional athletes Adrian Ballinger and Emily Harrington for an unforgettable Andermatt ski trip. Experience world-class terrain, Swiss culture, and personalized guiding in one of Europe’s best alpine destinations.
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What Movement Really Looks Like at Altitude
On mountains like Aconcagua, Denali, or the big Himalayan peaks, guides often talk about “mountain pace.” It’s not the kind of rhythm you’d use on a morning run or even a long hike at lower elevation. It’s a rhythm that looks slow to the outside eye, sometimes comically so — one deliberate step, a pause, a breath, then another step.
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Tahoe Via Ferrata: The Best Corporate Group Activity in Lake Tahoe
Discover the Tahoe Via Ferrata in Olympic Valley—the ultimate Lake Tahoe corporate group activity. Safe, inspiring, and perfect for team-building retreats.
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Why Push Yourself in the Mountains?
Discover why pushing yourself in the mountains matters. With expert guides by your side, step beyond your limits, find clarity away from daily chaos, and experience the challenge and beauty of the alpine world.
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