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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.

Why Climb Cho Oyu w/ Alpenglow?

When it comes to tackling the Himalayas, few mountains are as alluring as Cho Oyu. Standing at a staggering 26,864 feet tall, Cho Oyu is the sixth tallest mountain in…
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Ama Dablam Rapid Ascent in 200 words or Less

Climbing Ama Dablam is a dream for many mountaineers. This peak, located in the Khumbu Valley, is widely considered one of the most beautiful and technically challenging climbs in the…
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Via Ferrata March 2023 Operations Update

As you may have heard, Lake Tahoe has had a record breaking winter according to the Central Sierra Snow Lab. This makes the 2022/2023 winter season the second snowiest winter…
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Mountaineering Basics You Can Learn in Two Days

While it is easy to see how the high peaks of the world have captured the attention of climbers for generations, their sheer size, sense of remoteness, and hazardous terrain…
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Summer Front Desk Position Available Copy

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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How to Become a Mountaineer in Two Weeks

Are you eager to dive headfirst into the world of high-altitude mountaineering, but don’t know where to start? If you’re researching what tools and skills you’ll need to become a…
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Five Steps to Go From California to International Ski Expeditions

Here in Lake Tahoe, we’re incredibly fortunate to enjoy 6+ months out of the year skiing world-class terrain. Our maritime snowpack and regular winter storm cycles produce stable snow that…
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Climb Mt. Shasta with Alpenglow Expeditions

Are you looking to add skills to your mountain quiver and train for bigger goals? Look no further than Alpenglow Expeditions’ wide array of trips to climb Mt. Shasta.  Mt….
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Local’s Day in the Palisades Tahoe Backcountry

At Alpenglow Expeditions, we firmly believe that the continued expansion of the outdoor community will inevitably lead to positive social, economic, and environmental change. In an ongoing effort to contribute…
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An Inside Look on a Successful Summit of Aconcagua

  Day-to-Day on South America’s Tallest Peak On January 23rd, 2023, Alpenglow Guide Roberto ‘Tico’ Morales summited Aconcagua (22,837′/6,961m) with clients Nate and Ryan. Despite challenging conditions thus far in…
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