We Are East Kootenay Mountain Guides:
John Mellis
ACMG Certified Mountain Guide
IFMGA Certified Mountain Guide
Based in Invermere, B.C.
John grew up skiing and hiking in BC’s Coastal Range and moved to Lake Louise in his late teens. He was befriended by mountain guides in training, with whom he climbed several classic routes in the Rockies and was hooked! John became a full international mountain guide in 2000 and has spent the majority of his career as guide and manager at CMH Cariboo Lodge. John’s passion for guiding and sharing knowledge grows deeper everyday. John is always excited to be guiding unforgettable mountain experiences for adventure seekers of all ages and abilities.
Jordan Farquharson
ACMG Certified Mountain Guide
IFMGA Certified Mountain Guide
Based in Invermere, B.C.
Jordan has been living in Invermere for well over a decade. He has found the Columbia Valley to be an ideal location to call home while exploring the beautiful local mountains and raising his 2 young boys with his wife Paula. Jordan has a long history working in the ski industry, starting as a ski patroller and avalanche forecaster followed by nearly a decade of ski guiding with local heliski, catski and ski touring operators. Jordan pursues climbing as his main form of recreation. He loves to guide people on new and exciting routes, teach technical skills or just experience the joys of climbing with a new climber.