Our fourth Mount Baker Alpine Academy hit the trail last week. After a few days of glacier school, where the team honed their rope-travel and self-arrest skills, the team set off on an early more summit bid. After one of the most glorious sunrises we’ve seen in a while, 100% of our team reached the summit on Saturday, August 2nd.

Congratulations to:

• Lexi C.
• Dawn A.
• Nadejda I.
• CTSS Guide Dallas Glass

We have one more 5-Day Alpine Academy on Mount Baker in store for our 2025 season, but not to worry, our books are open for our 2026 season with more than 10 dates to choose from, plus offerings in both our All-Women’s and Masters formats. If you’re ready to take a lead into the big mountains or you’re honing your skills for a bigger objective, join us in 2026 for a spin on Komo Kulshan.

Photos courtesy of Dallas Glass