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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Alpamayo: Route, Acclimatization, and What to Expect at 5,947m
Alpamayo has been called the most beautiful mountain in the world more than once, and not by casual observers. In 1966, an international panel of climbers and photographers named its southwest pillar the most beautiful mountain on earth.
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How to Get Into Ski Mountaineering
Learn how to get into ski mountaineering by building mountaineering skills and backcountry skiing experience. Discover the best training paths and first objectives to start your progression.
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Why We’re Still Guiding in Ecuador
Our safety protocols, trusted local operators, and two decades of experience on the ground are why Ecuador remains one of our most confident operations.
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What Makes Everest Base Camp So Special?
“Flames shot up, licking the delicate nylon fabric of Bali’s jacket. He was not dissuaded as another ball of fire came dangerously close to his flammable clothes. Evidently this wasn’t his first time serving flambe chicken at Everest Base Camp. I realize you’re thinking “why the &@#$ are they having flambe in the middle of the Tibetan plateau? What is this place?”
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Choosing the Right Ice Axe and Crampons for Your Objective
Learn how to choose the right ice axe and crampons for your objective. We break down the different types of tools and when to use them for glacier travel, mountaineering, and technical alpine climbing.
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“You’ll Have to Fight For It” | 18,000 ft. in 6 Days | Aconcagua with Alpenglow Expeditions Ep. 1
In January 2026, Alpenglow Expeditions guided ten climbers on Aconcagua, the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere at 6,961m/22,837ft. This is Episode 1 of a two-part expedition film documenting what it actually takes to climb one of the Seven Summits.
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Are You Ready for an International Ski Expedition?
Most backcountry skiers reach a point where the local terrain starts to feel familiar in a way that’s hard to describe. The challenge is still there, but something has shifted. The mountain has become known. That feeling is worth paying attention to, because it usually means something: you’re ready to go somewhere else.
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The Aconcagua Rapid Ascent in 14 Photos
The Alpenglow Expeditions Aconcagua Rapid Ascent in 14 Photos.
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Snowshoeing in North Lake Tahoe: Quiet Miles, Big Views
Explore the best North Lake Tahoe snowshoe tours from mellow forest routes to alpine viewpoints. Join us for a guided winter day with big views, quiet trails, and a comfortable on-snow break.
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Best Low Angle Backcountry Tours in the Lake Tahoe Zone Right Now
Fresh snow in Tahoe makes low angle backcountry tours the smart choice. Explore Chickadee Ridge, Mount Judah, Rubicon, and Echo Lake while keeping terrain choices conservative and avalanche exposure low.
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