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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.

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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Training for the Mountains with a 9 to 5

What training for big mountains looks like with a full time job.
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What Does Rapid Ascent on Aconcagua Feel Like?

How our Rapid Ascent system works on the tallest peak in the Americas.
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How to Layer

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Mount Shasta using CalTopo

Cal Topo

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Backcountry Gear Maintenance: How to Keep Your Equipment Performing

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Guide Spotlight: Tim Dobbins

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The Best Backcountry Lines in North Lake Tahoe

Discover the best backcountry ski lines in North Lake Tahoe, from Tamarack Peak to Palisades Tahoe, guided by AMGA-certified local experts.
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Guide Spotlight: Isaac Laredo

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Snow Pits: 101

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aiare course in lake tahoe taught by professional mountain guides. our tahoe avalanche instructors teach avalanche refresher, AIARE 1, AIARE 2 and more!

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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