USMGA endorsed guides for instruction and guided climbs on your next rock climbing, ice climbing, or mountaineering adventure.

Committed to raising the standard of certified guides in the US and improving the quality of the climbing public's guided experience.
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The mission of the USMGA is to raise the standard of American guiding and to improve the quality of the climbing public's guided experience. One of the primary objectives of the USMGA is to provide the public with a credential, backed by a solid standard, that it can use when hiring a guide. Guides who have proven through a field exam that they meet established international or national guiding standards, qualify for a USMGA endorsement, the strongest credential in the US guiding industry. We encourage anyone who is considering climbing with a guide to browse this site and to retain the services of a USMGA endorsed guide.

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Protecting Alpine Snow
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About the USMGA information about the association and it's goals and programs

Resources & Information a searchable climbing area database, trip planning information, equipment lists, techniques, and other useful information for climbers
Choosing a Guide some things to consider when hiring a guide - guide definitions Links to all kinds of helpful sites and information
Endorsed Guides a listing of USMGA endorsed guides in the rock, alpine, and ski disciplines - USMGA terrain guidelines - apprentice guide supervision guidelines
Professional Section professional guidelines, resources, forums, and information for endorsed guides-for USMGA endorsed guides, password required


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