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.
Peak Lenin vs. Aconcagua
We guide both Aconcagua and Peak Lenin, and while they’re similar in height—Aconcagua at 6,962m (22,841’) and Lenin at 7,134m (23,406’)—the experience on each mountain couldn’t be more different. Both trips use our Rapid Ascent approach, which means you show up pre-acclimatized and we move efficiently through the mountain. But what those days look like, how technical the terrain is, and what you’re training for down the line—all of that changes depending on where you go.
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Patagonia Bound: Skiing with Adrian Ballinger and Emily Harrington
Ski with Adrian Ballinger & Emily Harrington in Patagonia’s stunning Cerro Castillo. Big lines, spring corn, world-class terrain.
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How to Climb Mt. Everest
Climbing Everest doesn’t start in the Himalaya. It starts with basic skills, local mountains, and building experience one step at a time. If you’re asking how to climb Everest the right way — safely, successfully, and confidently — this is the path we recommend.
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In Northern California, the Natural Landscape Lures Outdoor Lovers With a Wide Variety of Recreational Activities
At Palisades in Olympic Valley, between Truckee and Tahoe’s North Shore, Tahoe Via Ferrata (operated by Alpenglow Expeditions) brings an exhilarating combination of hiking and rock climbing high above the valley floor.
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Opening Doors in the Backcountry: BIPOC Scholarship Recap
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Climbing Aconcagua the Smart Way
Learn how pre-acclimatization, expert guides, and smart logistics makes South America’s highest peak more accessible—without cutting corners.
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Ski the Ring of Fire!
Ever wondered what skiing a volcano is like? Come put your backcountry skills to the test on some of the tallest volcanoes in the world!
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Skiing Patagonia: Steep Lines, Wild Terrain, and a Unique, Remote Basecamp
Our Patagonia Backcountry Ski Expedition isn’t just about skiing big lines—it’s about getting far off the grid and into one of the most remote and dramatic mountain zones in South America. For eight days, we operate out of the small village of Cerro Castillo, Chile, surrounded by glaciated peaks, steep couloirs, and untouched terrain.
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Culture and Climbing in Bolivia
Our Mountains of Bolivia expedition is more than just a climbing trip—it’s a deep dive into Bolivia’s living history, spiritual traditions, and high-altitude landscapes. Over 16 days, we move from the vibrant energy of La Paz to the quiet, snow-covered summits of the Cordillera Real, all while immersing ourselves in the cultural heartbeat of the Andes.
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We’re Hiring! Come Work at Alpenglow Expeditions this Summer
We’re not your typical front desk job. At Alpenglow Expeditions, the mountains are our office, and our mission is connecting people to the outdoors through meaningful, professionally guided experiences. From the thrill of climbing the Tahoe Via Ferrata to the challenge of local rock routes, we give people the chance to push their limits—and we need someone at the front lines who can help make it all happen.
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