September 2010

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Eiger Nordwand

Eiger Nordwand

Eiger Nordwand from caroline george on Vimeo. While growing up, I had heard of the infamous Eiger North Face, but I’ll confess, it was mostly just some mythical mountain that I knew nothing about.  While in college I remember a friend read more…

What to do with time off?

What to do with time off?

In the guiding business, summer is a busy time.  The old adage “make hay while the sun shines,” is a motto that most guides I know live by.  It is not uncommon to work 20-30 days straight or even more.  read more…

The Bietschhorn

The Bietschhorn

Once upon a time, the Bietschhorn was a 4000m peak. This mountain reigns proudly on the northern slopes of the Valais and is the only snowcapped mountain visible from anywhere in the Rhone Valley. Its the pride of the locals. read more…

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