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For twelve seasons I’ve asked our clients to complete a post-trip survey to gather feedback about our guides, locations, meals, and curriculum, plus their overall satisfaction. Reviewing the results is a time commitment — this year it’s a 159-page document, and I have a few more pages of quantitative data! But it’s entirely worthwhile effort,…
For those that prefer to watch rather than read, or who have unanswered questions about our upcoming cohort of the Plan Like a Pro online course, we’re hosting a FAQ livestream on Thursday, March 20 at 6pm MT. The intention with this session is to provide a targeted discussion that covers the most important topics…
Can you plan all aspects of your first trip, next trip, or dream trip — and without making errors, taking too long, or forgetting key parts? Successful backpacking trips are typically planned, not improvised. A thoughtful approach towards gear, food, maps, permits, travel, fitness, and skills will increase your safety margin and trip quality, and…
For the 2025 season I am looking to hire a: Both positions are short-term and seasonal, and need to be augmented with steadier full-time work or a broader freelance portfolio. At most in 2025, we’d assign you to one location (Utah, Alaska, California, or Yellowstone) and between one and three trips, with the specifics being…
The open application period for 2025 trips ends this Sunday, December 22. Apply this weekend to: Starting Monday, December 23, we will still accept applications. However: As a practical matter, it will take us the entire week of December 23 to finish reviewing all applications, especially with the holiday and holiday travel. Until we form…
Next season will my fifteenth year in operation. Join us live on Thursday, December 19 at 6pm MT for a history of the program — my motivations, learnings, evolutions, challenges, and favorite memories and people. Katie and I will be hosting the event, and we’ll have three special guests — Alan Dixon, Mary Cochenour, and…
Last night Katie and I hosted an an alumni panel with Conor, Eric, Kaylor, and Lisa to discuss their experiences on our trips. Conor and Kaylor were first-time clients in 2024; Conor had hiked the Pacific Crest Trail previously, while Kaylor was a never-ever backpacker. Eric and Lisa are multi-time clients (five trips for Eric,…
If you’re planning to join us on a guided trip in 2025, please apply during our open application period, Monday, December 9 through Sunday, December 22. All applications received during this window will be considered equally. Apply during this time to lock in our 2024 prices (before they’re increased for 2025) and to get on…
Update (Dec 9, 9:30 AM): Congratulations to Robert S, who has won this giveaway. We look forward to having you on a trip in 2025! We have partnered with Hyperlite Mountain Gear on the outdoor giveaway of the season (and maybe the decade)! The winner will receive: 1. A 5-day guided trip with us In…
Do you have questions about our 2025 guided trips? If so, consider: We’ll cover topics such as: Want to submit a question? Fill out this form. We’ll do our best to cover as many as possible during the livestream. If you’re unable to make it live, a recording will be provided. Watch the replay: