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.
Snowpack Update – 11/28/22
Written by Alpenglow Guide and AIARE Instructor Sam Kieckhefer here to provide an update on the state of the snowpack prior to an incoming storm. As we close out November…
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Snowpack Update – 11/20/22
Written by Peter Terwilliger, Alpenglow Guide We went out for a tour today to inspect conditions along the Andesite ridge and around the Castle Peak area of Donner Pass. Quickly…
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South Lake Tahoe Winter Program Expansion
Beginning in the ‘22/’23 season, Alpenglow Expeditions will be offering all AIARE avalanche education courses as well as our Backcountry series in our regular North Lake Tahoe locations as well…
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Beginner’s Guide to the Backcountry
Fresh powder. Untracked terrain. Ditching the lift line. Endless opportunity for adventure. Does this sound like something you’ve been dreaming of? If so, then it’s time to start thinking about…
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Alpenglow Eyes a Return to the North Side of Everest in 2023
Written by Robert Kyte Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Alpenglow has been forced to cease operations on the North Side of Everest due to China’s strict zero-covid border…
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7 Reasons You Should Climb in Bolivia
Written by Mike Pond This summer, an Alpenglow team of four led by guides Gaspar Navarrete, Mike Pond, and Isaac Laredo climbed Pequeño Alpamayo, Huayna Potosi and Illimani in Bolivia….
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Halloween Promotion: 15% Off All AIARE Avalanche Courses Through Nov 1!
Written by Robert Kyte Through November 1st, 2022, Alpenglow is excited to offer 15% off all AIARE courses with the code Spooky22. We recognize the potential for adventure to be…
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Locals’ Day Recap on the Tahoe Via
Written by Robert Kyte On October 7th, in celebration of the 5th Anniversary of the Tahoe Via Ferrata, Alpenglow hosted a Locals’ Day on the Via, offering free climbing excursions…
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What does AMGA Accreditation Mean?
Written by Robert Kyte Upon approaching the Alpenglow Expeditions office in the Village at Palisades Tahoe, visitors will see emblazoned on the window the logo of the American Mountain Guides…
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Our Favorite Moments from the ’22 Tahoe Via Season
Written by Robert Kyte In just five seasons, the Tahoe Via Ferrata has become a staple on the list of must-do summer activities in the Lake Tahoe area. We’re proud…
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