Re: Denali Guide Experiences
Posted: Wed Mar 26, 2014 2:14 pm
I used American Alpine Institute. Frankly, I don't use anything else these days. They were absolutely first class. I made some great friends (both guides and clients) on that trip that I still climb with 6 years later. I found them to be humble, patient, like able, and extremely qualified, both as climbers and leaders. I think the owner, Dunham does a great job with that outfit and his Denali trips are certainly a highlight...
And just remember, on Denali, they don't carry your shit. They cook the meals, but you do the dishes. They make decisions on the weather, as they should --- especially if you're not from Alaska. But other than that, you'll be climbing the mountain as if you would normally. I enjoyed my rope mates and thought the guides were great too. I still look back on that trip with extreme fondness and would do it again someday for sure... Although the Rib looks too good to pass up... .
Sorry if it sounds like an advertisement, but they have been very good to me over the years. Can't say enough...
And just remember, on Denali, they don't carry your shit. They cook the meals, but you do the dishes. They make decisions on the weather, as they should --- especially if you're not from Alaska. But other than that, you'll be climbing the mountain as if you would normally. I enjoyed my rope mates and thought the guides were great too. I still look back on that trip with extreme fondness and would do it again someday for sure... Although the Rib looks too good to pass up... .
Sorry if it sounds like an advertisement, but they have been very good to me over the years. Can't say enough...