https://www.ekmountainguides.com/home daily 1.0 2025-04-19 https://www.ekmountainguides.com/about daily 0.75 2025-04-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/55d523ff-a80f-4fcc-9420-4b906da9ef6f/Jordan+Farquharson.jpg About - 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. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1617288339142-4EJVKV39DIXHQA8JKZ3F/John+Bio.png About - 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. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/6fa892b8-0549-479c-aa4e-af74523d7e7e/IMG_4650.jpg About - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.ekmountainguides.com/rock-climbing daily 0.75 2022-05-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1615487523962-CN2JP3NUBYRG0W0DMW8B/learn-to-rock-climb.jpg Rock Climbing - Getting started Rock climbing is an ideal activity for fitness, fun and a good dose of excitement. East Kootenay Mountain Guides can provide your family with a positive introduction to this rewarding sport. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1615486852866-94I03Y6FSW4CDSQ80P0M/John+Pullin.jpg Rock Climbing - Test Your Ability You may already have rock climbing experience and are looking to step up your game. If you want to gain experience in sport, trad or multi-pitch climbing East Kootenay Mountain Guides can help you develop your skills. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1615487294201-18UX40NIJSMPNI0D16YQ/Teaching+climbing+techniques+in+Bugaboo+Provincial+Park+BC.jpg Rock Climbing - Learn all of the important techniques of rock climbing Belaying Rappelling Knot tying Movement skills Anchor building Gear placement Top roping Learn to lead climb https://www.ekmountainguides.com/mountaineering daily 0.75 2022-05-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1615574187143-5264JJVK92DZZISTS0YZ/Bugaboos+Ash.jpg Mountaineering - Elevate Your Adventure With East Kootenay Mountain Guides you can learn: The art of glacier travel Crevasse rescue Short roping Mixed alpine climbing Peak bagging https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1615573928150-GZ6GI5U182YQC8L7XXCE/Bugaboos+glacier+traverse.jpg Mountaineering - It’s All Here The Canadian Rockies and Columbia Mountains are an alpine climber’s dream with an abundance of world famous peaks and routes of all grades of difficulty. From glaciers to alpine faces to mixed ridges - East Kootenay Mountain Guides will get you there. https://www.ekmountainguides.com/scrambles daily 0.75 2022-05-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1615655660684-LVFJ0WDTMWVL3ZU95LWZ/Client+of+East+Kootenay+Mountain+Guides+on+short+rope+while+scrambling+Chisel+Peak+.jpg Scrambling - Elevate Your Hike Scrambling blurs the lines between hiking and climbing and can be accomplished by anyone with moderate physical fitness and a sense of adventure. Expect an 8 - 10 hour day with some easy rock climbing when your guide will protect you with the rope. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1615654171578-92S1F99VC4FQMRUFY7W4/Client+of+East+Kootenay+Mountain+Guides+at+summit+of+Chisel+Peak.jpg Scrambling - Scrambling Peaks Have you ever dreamed of standing on top of one of the iconic peaks that dominate the skyline around Invermere? Mount Nelson and Chisel Peak are examples of summits that are attainable in a day from the Columbia Valley with East Kootenay Mountain Guides. https://www.ekmountainguides.com/winter daily 0.75 2021-06-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1618764129274-02ZBMVOY9XQPALBMY6C8/Happy+clients+ski+touring+with+East+Kootenay+Mountain+Guides+in+the+BC+Rockies.JPG Ski Touring - Embrace Winter Ski touring is an optimal sport for combining winter fitness and mountain adventure. Whether it is a local day ski tour or a hut based multi day trip, ski touring is a fulfilling experience to share with fellow powder skiing enthusiasts. East Kootenay Mountain Guides can plan and execute your custom trip with their abundant knowledge of local terrain and current snow conditions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/1618764202286-AD06QY76TZR915C4CJ0F/Powder+Tree+skiing+in+British+Columbia+with+East+Kootenay+Mountain+Guides.jpg Ski Touring - Let’s Talk Skiing East Kootenay Mountain Guides spend the majority of the winter working in Heli and Cat skiing operations. However they are available to guide ski touring for select dates throughout the season. Don’t hesitate to contact us to make plans in advance and transform your dream ski touring trip into a reality. https://www.ekmountainguides.com/bookingpolicies daily 0.75 2024-07-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/602f458797144054a9d75207/9d5c8bff-d39f-4364-bc65-79b3abea4918/IMG_5114.JPG