Guided Exposure Blog

Splitboard mountaineering day pack gear check. Learn what equipment I carry on single day splitboard mountaineering trips in the North Cascades. This kit is equipped for non-technical glacier ascents and...

Hand shears to identify weak layering in wind slabs is a valuable but limited observation. Combine this with small test slopes, active wind loading or recent avalanches to create a...

The ability to use a rope in steep terrain opens up a world of access. From rappels to belayed riding a rope adds a layer of security we may desire....

Working through complex terrain and varying surface conditions requires adaptive movement strategies. In other words know when to skin and when to boot back and make it efficient. When looking...

We have seen a weather pattern shift with warm temps, consistent but moderate snow, some moderate wind events with isolated reactivity leading into a wet snowy pattern this week. As...

Using photos from our phones allow us to be sure we are in the spot we want. By connecting easy to identify landmarks such as unique trees or rock outcrops...