Guides on Ice: Inside The AMGA Ice Instructor Course
RMI Guide Sam Hoffman reflects on a five-day immersion into the craft of teaching, guiding, and moving efficiently through technical ice and mixed terrain.
5 posts — Ever wondered how to navigate in a whiteout? Or what to keep in your first aid kit? Or even how to plan an international expedition? The guides at RMI Expeditions have over 55 years of experience in the mountains, and they're here to share their knowledge.
RMI Guide Sam Hoffman reflects on a five-day immersion into the craft of teaching, guiding, and moving efficiently through technical ice and mixed terrain.
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