November 29, 2016 Are you looking for a real adventure this winter? Do you only have week of availability? Then the Denali Prep Seminar on Mount Rainier might be the perfect fit.  Every other week during the months of February, March, and April, IMG offers this one of a kind program. The Denali Prep […]
November 22, 2016 Mt. Rainier continues to be one of the most sought after climbing objectives in the United States. For decades it has served as a place for people to “test out†mountaineering. It has also served as the premier training ground for people preparing for expeditions to Alaska and the Himalayas. Although […]
November 10, 2016 The last of the leaves are falling from the trees, each morning is cooler than the last, and the air in the mountains has a crisp feel signaling the coming winter. For us here at IMG that means time to wax up those skis, break out the snowshoes, grab the big […]
November 9, 2016 Many guiding companies require a Denali Prep Seminar as a pre-requisite for joining bigger expeditions. I also find myself recommending them to people who want to learn more about winter mountaineering before heading out on their own adventures. What’s the big deal? Why does 6 days on Rainier matter so much? […]
September 29, 2016 The leaves are changing in Washington and the freezing levels are dropping to 5,500 feet by Saturday. This can only mean one thing, fall has come to an end and it’s time to start preparing for winter. Our last climb on Disappointment Cleaver, led by Justin Merle, topped out this morning. Five-star […]
September 17, 2016 After summiting with their team on Friday, Aaron Mainer and Max Lurie were on their way down the Muir Snowfield when they came across a hiker with an ankle injury. They carried her to a comfortable location and then waited for additional manpower from the National Park Service. They stayed and assisted the […]
September 12, 2016 Mt. Rainier National Park News Release Announces IMG’s Rainier Permit Renewed Ten Years National Park Service Selects Three Separate Concession Contracts for Guided Mountaineering and Related Services within Mount Rainier National Park The National Park Service has selected Alpine Ascents International, Inc., International Mountain Guides, LLC, and Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. for three […]
September 7, 2016 It’s official, our 2017 dates have been released and with just 8 climbers and 4 guides on each climb they go fast! Let’s cut to the chase: Denali Expedition Seminar & Summit Climb: Literally a prerequisite for Denali. This program features 6.5 days of learning/training/climbing and generally getting your butt kicked […]
July 18, 2016 IMG Lead Guide Justin Merle hit a mile marker on the Kautz Glacier of Mt. Rainier last week, July 14. Justin, a world traveled guide for IMG, now has seven summits of Mt. Everest to his name. But last week was all about Mt. Rainier. Justin completed his 150th successful ascent. […]
July 12, 2016 It’s not every day that we get last-minute cancellations on Rainier trips, as spots usually sell out quickly and trips stay solidly booked throughout the season. Our next Emmons Glacier trip, however, from July 17 to July 21, has four open spaces for anyone interested. Although the Emmons route is more physically demanding than […]
