Eric Forster leads the first pitch on the first ascent of 'Tombstone Spire' 5.9R 210m photo: Kevin Forster
Afternoon special in the Chilkoot Valley. Back in town in time for happy hour! -Bryan Hinderberger
Air support for students on a Mountaineering Course.
Skiier drop off in the 'Cathedrals' (Mt Emmerich)
The area surrounding Haines, Alaska is some of the best Ski-Mountaineering terrain on the entire planet, hands down. For those individuals who have their act together, and are looking for transportation into this magical area, I am your guy. I utilize a modified Cessna 180 for all my mountain work. She can carry approx. 800 lbs in passengers/gear per flight, not including myself, my personal gear and fuel. This weight is based upon perfect conditions, please call me to discuss your particulars.
The weather here can be volitile to say the least. I have been flying the area for some time now and have a pretty strong grasp of what is and isn’t possible. Just because it is sunny in town means nothing in regards to the weather in the mountains just outside of town or out towards the Pacific. Inversly, it being socked-in in town has no bearing on what might be clear skies at 5,000′ on the glacier. Please call me to discuss your particular ideas. Also remember the iridium satelite phone can be your best friend when planning a mountain trip. Thanks, Drake.
I can service Haines area peaks, The Juneau Ice-Field, the Fairweather and St. Elias ranges.
Skiing in November; Life is good... great actually!
