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Washington Adventures

Lake with Mt Shuksan in the background during the summer

Mt Shuksan Fisher Chimneys

Complex glacier travel, moderate and exposed rock climbing and often a bit of easy ice climbing later in the season.

Climber on Pumice Ridge, Mt Baker

Mt Baker Summit Climb 3 Day

A three day, two night mountaineering expedition to summit one of the most glaciated peaks in the lower 48.

A climber being guided during an alpine climb of Mount Baker’s North Ridge

Mt Baker North Ridge

Massive relief, expansive glaciers, pitched ice climbing and incredible exposure make this climb simply exhilarating.

Tent on a ridge overlooking Mt Baker during Blackbird Guides True North - Baker & Shuksan Alpinism Week

True North - Mt Baker & Mt Shuksan Alpinism

The True North Alpine Climbing week pairs the best climbing route on Mt Baker with one of Mt Shuksan's classic routes.

Mt Shuksan North Face in early winter

Mt Shuksan North Face

Exciting exposure and panoramic views of Mt Baker set the stage for this adventurous big mountain climb.

Three climbers on Coleman Glacier, Mt Baker

Intermediate Advanced

Mt Baker Summit Climb 2 Day

An overnight mountaineering expedition to summit one of the most glaciated peaks in the lower 48.

Forbidden Peak North Ridge Camp in the North Cascades, Washington

The Torment Forbidden Traverse

Navigate glaciers and knife-edge rock ridges with over a mile of traversing before summiting Forbidden Peak via the West Ridge.

Climbers high on the Emmons Glacier route on Mount Rainier

Intermediate Advanced

Mt Rainier Summit & Skills Expedition 5 Day

5 days of big mountain skills & a summit attempt of 14,411' Mt Rainier.

Coleman Deming Glacier with Mt Baker in the Background

Advanced Expert

Mt Baker Summit Climb 1 Day

A massive undertaking where you’ll climb and descend 7,000 vertical feet without taking breaks longer than 15 minutes.

Hikers on the Boston Glacier Traverse in the North Cascades, Washington

Intermediate Advanced

Forbidden Peak North Ridge

The North Ridge of Forbidden Peak is wild alpine climb in Boston Basin.

Mountaineers hiking to Boston Basin in the North Cascades, Washington with Blackbird Guides

Intermediate Advanced

Forbidden Peak West Ridge

The West Ridge of Forbidden Peak is an outstanding alpine route and one of the 50 Classic Climbs of North America

Mountaineers climbing on a glacier on Mt Rainier in Washington

Crevasse Rescue Course in Washington

Expand your rope skills and develop the advanced ski mountaineering skills needed to push into bigger terrain and rescue a partner.

Crevasses in front of Mt Baker in Washington during a Blackbird Guides 4 day mountaineering skills seminar

Intermediate Advanced

Mt Baker Summit & Skills Seminar 4 Day

Massive relief, expansive glaciers, and moderate to steep slopes make for an excellent training ground and incredible climbing.

Mountaineers hiking to Boston Basin in the North Cascades, Washington with Blackbird Guides

Intermediate Advanced

Forbidden Peak West Ridge

The West Ridge of Forbidden Peak is an outstanding alpine route and one of the 50 Classic Climbs of North America

Skier making a pow turn on a sunny slope on Mt Baker in Washington

Beginner Intermediate Advanced

Private Backcountry Skiing Washington

We'll an objective based on your experience and then explore the best backcountry zones around Washington with our expert guides

Snoqualmie Pass Backcountry Skiing

Intermediate Advanced

Snoqualmie Pass Backcountry Skiing

Select an objective based on your experience and then explore the best backcountry zones around with our expert guides

North Cascades - Private Ski Mountaineering

Advanced Expert

North Cascades - Private Ski Mountaineering

Join us for a day of ski touring in the North Cascades, which are also known as the American Alps!

Skier making a powder turn near the summit of Mt Baker in Washington

Advanced Expert

Mt Baker Summit & Ski 1 Day

A single push ski mountaineering trip covering 7,000' to the top of the Mt Baker in the Cascade Range!

Sunrise on Mt Baker in Washington

Intermediate Advanced

Mt Baker Summit & Ski 2 Day

Climb and ski one of Washington's biggest mountains while pushing your boundaries and gaining ski mountaineering skills.

Skier touring on Mt Baker in Washington at dawn

Intermediate Advanced

Mt Baker Summit & Ski 3 Day

Climb and ski one of Washington's biggest mountains while pushing your boundaries and gaining ski mountaineering skills.

Ski Mountaineering Pass

North Lake Tahoe, California South Lake Tahoe, California

Intermediate - Advanced

Ski Mountaineering Pass

Sharpen your backcountry skills with our expert guides this season as you prepare for an iconic ski mountaineering mission.

Mt Baker Ski Mountaineering Camp 5 Day

Intermediate-Advanced

Mt Baker Ski Mountaineering Camp 5 Day

Climb and ski one of Washington's biggest mountains while pushing your boundaries and gaining ski mountaineering skills.

Snowboarders hiking a ridge during an AIARE 1 avalanche course with Blackbird Guides

Mt Baker & Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 Avalanche Course in Washington

Our AIARE 1 Avalanche Course features two full days in the field and an online course built by Blackbird Mountain Guides.

AIARE 1 Students practicing digging for an avalanche victim with shovels

Mt Baker & Snoqualmie Pass, WA

Touring Experience

AIARE 1 + Rescue Avalanche Course Washington

Maximize your time and gain all of the fundamental avalanche awareness and rescue skills in our innovative three days course.

Lift Accessed Avalanche Rescue Course Participants performing a mock avalanche rescue at donner ski ranch

Mt Baker & Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Touring Experience

AIARE Avalanche Rescue Course in Washington

Our innovative course gives you more practice in more realistic avalanche terrain, making you a better backcountry partner.

Skiers touring through the trees during a snowstorm on Mt Baker, WA

Snoqualmie Pass / Mt Baker

Intro to Backcountry in Washington

A fun, fast way to learn all of the skills and techniques you need to start exploring in the backcountry.