CRAIG ELLIS
THE HUMAN MULTI-TOOL
Craig Ellis started skiing before avalanches were invented. His guiding career began in 1994 as an ACMG ski guide and by 2003 he finished his IFMGA mountain guide certification. Along the way, he has accumulated a roster of mountain skills, including search and rescue qualifications. Mechanics, carpentry, equipment operator and rope access work are all within his range of experience. In other words, he’s a human multi-tool.
Craig’s unique skill set is in sync with his unique guiding style – he finds the weird line, makes the obscure traverse and he is always on the lookout for interesting routes, fun runs and undiscovered places.
THE TEAM
DAVE SPROULE
ACMG Ski & Rock Guide, Certified Faller, Tandem Pilot
Attention to detail follows Dave Sproule wherever he goes. His firewood stacks are artistic, his nail placements exact, and he can’t leave anything untidy. A longtime Dangerous Tree faller, he is also certified as a tandem paragliding pilot and ACMG lead ski guide & rock guide. When he isn’t out climbing, biking, skiing or flying, Dave loves to spend time at home with his family.
SHANE ALARIC
Carpenter
Gung-ho describes Shane’s approach to life. Shane travels and plays as hard as he works, always ready for adventure in any form. He grew up in a small, logging community and has worked in the bush ever since, from helicopter logging to carpentry and drill pad building. Shane is based in Nakusp, BC, where he keeps his jetski on hand to explore the vast shoreline in summer.
ROB SIM
Rock Stabilization Specialist, Photographer
Rob Sim runs a camera everywhere he goes, part of his continual pursuit of theeffensearch. Certified as a CSGA ski guide, Rob also holds IRATA Level 3 Supervisor qualifications and a wealth of experience in remote conditions. A global traveller, Rob has a home base in Kaslo, BC.
ECHO
Security
Echo handles wildlife management. A Karelian bear dog/sled dog mix, she is fearless and efficient in the mountains. Echo has grown up around helicopters and is very calm near the machines. Her range is vast and she is known to frequently disappear and reappear but she always shows up for lunch.
"Life has its highlights and I have been fortunate to have shared one of mine with Craig Ellis on Mount Assiniboine. The summer climb of the day before turned overnight into a winter landscape, often the case with this lofty peak. Craig’s ability to read terrain and smoothly transition gear even in challenging conditions is phenomenal and a testament to his extensive knowledge and years of experience. Thanks to Craig that was a truly amazing adventure where I was able to climb confidently at the upper end of my game. I’m looking forward to booking more “elevated” time with Craig in the near future."
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~ Jeff Calder