
Early Backcountry Turns - October Skiing in Montana 2019 - by Ty Guarino
The backcountry ski season is fully underway here in SW Montana and it’s only October! With almost three feet of snow in the mountains, MAG guides have started switching gears to get ready for the long winter of powder laps, peak descents,…

Can I Climb Gannett?
Gannett Peak – Climbing Wyoming’s Highest Peak
On a guided climb of Gannett Peak with Montana Alpine Guides it comes down to physical fitness as we handle all the rest. However, if you are on your own, there is quite a bit more to consider.…

Hyalite Ice Conditions 11/20/18
This year is lining up to be another banner year in Hyalite! As of now most routes are in climbable condition, though routes that receive more sun have taken a bit of a hit from the last few warm days. Mean while the smears are getting just…

Flanders and Main Drainage
We climbed Narcolepsy in Flanders and had good views of other routes in the area. Released a small wind slab on the approach. Just sn'ice in the middle section with no good gear, but easier climbing. Other MAG guides ventured else where in Main…

Akio Joy Interview
Name: Aki
Hometown: Placerville, California
Current Residence: Bozeman, MT
Years Climbing/Skiing: about 8-9
Years Guiding: 4
MAG: So Aki, you recently returned from a personal trip down in Yosemite Valley. Any highlights…

Geoff Schellens Interview
Name: Geoff Schellens
Hometown: Norwich, VT
Current Residence: Bozeman, MT
Years Climbing/Skiing: 20 +/-
Years Guiding: 10
MAG: So Geoff, you recently returned from a successful summit of Everest and Lhotse…