Guide Services on Mt. Shasta

Alpine SKills International (ASI) was established in 1979 by Bela G. Vadasz and Mimi Maki-Vadasz. We are America's original all-terrain backcountry ski mountaineering, avalanche education and climbing program based in the Sierra Nevada, visiting the greatest ranges of the world. With experiences among the highest mountains in over 15 different countries, ASI's instructors and AMGA and IFMGA certified guides bring a wealth of experience to help coach and lead you to the greatest adventures of your lifetime.

Shasta Mountain Guides - Mt. Shasta's only local guide service, is glad to announce its 16th season of climbs and activities on and around Mt. Shasta. We at SMG love these mountains and are dedicated to sharing a quality experience with you. As guides and leaders, we consider ourselves equal and active participants with you, willing to share our experience, knowledge, humor, and skills.   We offer a wide variety of mountaineering, special women's trips,  rockclimbing and skiing.  Please visit our web site for schedules and complete trip information.(530) 926-3117

SWS Mountain Guides formally know as Sierra Wilderness Seminars Inc. is co-owned and co-directed by Timothy S. Keating CEO, one of the original founders of the company. Along with Dave Cressman, our 10 year Shasta operations manager, now President of Sierra Wilderness Seminars inc. aka SWS Mountain Guides. We have changed our name SWS Mountain Guides to better reflect the services we provide. Same company, same great trips, same qualified guides. Established in 1981, we are one of only 3 guide services to hold a commercial guiding permit on Mt. Shasta and one of 8 guides services to hold a permanent commercial guiding permit for both winter and summer mountaineering operations in the Inyo National Forest including Mt. Whitney. We are Insured by Worldwide Outfitters and Guides Association (WOGA) and hold valid commercial use licenses in the following National Parks and National Forest Service Wilderness Areas

Shasta Vortex Adventures loves to create the perfect tour for you and your group - whether you're a spiritual seeker or an adventure traveler. Share your expectations and desires then trust us to come up with the best plan. Finding peace and relaxation are key ingredients to any successful trip, so relax and leave the planning to us! Our trips are all created to refresh the body, inspire the mind and rekindle the spirit. We invite you to come share the Mount Shasta Magic with us! Shasta Vortex Adventures operates under special use permit from the U.S. Forest Service, are fully insured and operate on a non-discriminatory basis.

Robin Kohn's Guided Tours. Robin’s love for the outdoors began as a child. Born and raised in southern California, her outdoor experiences started with family outings including camping trips, hiking, and bicycling adventures. Currently, she is the author of the new book titled "Mount Shasta Guide to Fun" and a mountain and backcountry guide, step-on guide for bus and private scenic tours throughout the Mt. Shasta area and she is currently expanding into the Lassen area and portions of the Sierras. Tours are customized according to interests and requests. If you really want to experience the volcano, sign up for Robin's "Perfect Around the Mountain Driving Tour!"

"Robin Kohn - Mt. Shasta has been Robin's home for many years and has given her the opportunity to practice and perfect the backcountry skills needed as an outdoor professional and wilderness guide. Robin looks forward to sharing her knowledge, instruction, and experience for safe and fun travel in the Mt. Shasta area."