SWS Mountain Guides
@swsmtns.bsky.social
We're a small, guide owned, guide operated company that has been in business since 1981. We offer climbing, skiing, and mountaineering trips both domestically and internationally.
https://swsmtns.com/
https://swsmtns.com/
We believe understanding yourself grows through reflection and effort. The stillness of winter gives room to notice how far you’ve come.
https://f.mtr.cool/yuyxqujque
https://f.mtr.cool/yuyxqujque
December 26, 2025 at 4:03 PM
We believe understanding yourself grows through reflection and effort. The stillness of winter gives room to notice how far you’ve come.
https://f.mtr.cool/yuyxqujque
https://f.mtr.cool/yuyxqujque
Christmas is a good reminder that the best days in the mountains aren’t measured by how far we go, but by who we share them with.
Thanks to everyone who’s shown up this year with curiosity, kindness, and grit.
Wishing you a calm and meaningful Christmas.
Thanks to everyone who’s shown up this year with curiosity, kindness, and grit.
Wishing you a calm and meaningful Christmas.
December 25, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Christmas is a good reminder that the best days in the mountains aren’t measured by how far we go, but by who we share them with.
Thanks to everyone who’s shown up this year with curiosity, kindness, and grit.
Wishing you a calm and meaningful Christmas.
Thanks to everyone who’s shown up this year with curiosity, kindness, and grit.
Wishing you a calm and meaningful Christmas.
Office closes at noon today as we pause for Christmas. Thank you. Truly. For trusting us with your goals, learning, and time in the mountains.
We’re away today & tomorrow, but the website is always open: https://f.mtr.cool/slazsjlrwm
Back Friday at 8am. Wishing you a calm, meaningful holiday.
We’re away today & tomorrow, but the website is always open: https://f.mtr.cool/slazsjlrwm
Back Friday at 8am. Wishing you a calm, meaningful holiday.
December 24, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Office closes at noon today as we pause for Christmas. Thank you. Truly. For trusting us with your goals, learning, and time in the mountains.
We’re away today & tomorrow, but the website is always open: https://f.mtr.cool/slazsjlrwm
Back Friday at 8am. Wishing you a calm, meaningful holiday.
We’re away today & tomorrow, but the website is always open: https://f.mtr.cool/slazsjlrwm
Back Friday at 8am. Wishing you a calm, meaningful holiday.
In the mountains, knowledge and awareness can make all the difference. These courses give you a better understanding of how to move with purpose, make thoughtful decisions, and reduce your exposure in the mountains.
Find a course: https://swsmtns.com/bookings/?%2Freserve%2Favalanche-course-offeri
Find a course: https://swsmtns.com/bookings/?%2Freserve%2Favalanche-course-offeri
December 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
In the mountains, knowledge and awareness can make all the difference. These courses give you a better understanding of how to move with purpose, make thoughtful decisions, and reduce your exposure in the mountains.
Find a course: https://swsmtns.com/bookings/?%2Freserve%2Favalanche-course-offeri
Find a course: https://swsmtns.com/bookings/?%2Freserve%2Favalanche-course-offeri
We believe growth comes from stepping into challenges with intention and support. That’s why the moments you face in the mountains can be so rewarding.
https://f.mtr.cool/antoiarshn
https://f.mtr.cool/antoiarshn
December 20, 2025 at 4:03 PM
We believe growth comes from stepping into challenges with intention and support. That’s why the moments you face in the mountains can be so rewarding.
https://f.mtr.cool/antoiarshn
https://f.mtr.cool/antoiarshn
Consider a gift of a moment that lasts.
Gift Certificates available online here: https://swsmtns.com/bookings/?%2Fgiftcertificate
Gift Certificates available online here: https://swsmtns.com/bookings/?%2Fgiftcertificate
December 18, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Consider a gift of a moment that lasts.
Gift Certificates available online here: https://swsmtns.com/bookings/?%2Fgiftcertificate
Gift Certificates available online here: https://swsmtns.com/bookings/?%2Fgiftcertificate
What a great piece about the Bear Valley Ski Resort, The Dodov Foundation, and Bear Valley itself. We love this community!
Read the Article Here>>
https://tahoequarterly.com/winter-2025-2026/grounded-in-sierra-ski-culture
Read the Article Here>>
https://tahoequarterly.com/winter-2025-2026/grounded-in-sierra-ski-culture
December 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
What a great piece about the Bear Valley Ski Resort, The Dodov Foundation, and Bear Valley itself. We love this community!
Read the Article Here>>
https://tahoequarterly.com/winter-2025-2026/grounded-in-sierra-ski-culture
Read the Article Here>>
https://tahoequarterly.com/winter-2025-2026/grounded-in-sierra-ski-culture
⏰📢Just under 1 hour left for this 1 time offer.
Mt. Whitney climbs for July 1–3 and July 8–10, 2026 are 45% off - we're celebrating 45 years.
SALE ENDS AT 2:00 PM TODAY!
Prices go back to normal on these trips at 2:01PM today.
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/ejnarkrgml
Mt. Whitney climbs for July 1–3 and July 8–10, 2026 are 45% off - we're celebrating 45 years.
SALE ENDS AT 2:00 PM TODAY!
Prices go back to normal on these trips at 2:01PM today.
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/ejnarkrgml
December 14, 2025 at 9:17 PM
⏰📢Just under 1 hour left for this 1 time offer.
Mt. Whitney climbs for July 1–3 and July 8–10, 2026 are 45% off - we're celebrating 45 years.
SALE ENDS AT 2:00 PM TODAY!
Prices go back to normal on these trips at 2:01PM today.
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/ejnarkrgml
Mt. Whitney climbs for July 1–3 and July 8–10, 2026 are 45% off - we're celebrating 45 years.
SALE ENDS AT 2:00 PM TODAY!
Prices go back to normal on these trips at 2:01PM today.
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/ejnarkrgml
Our Mt. Whitney Mountaineer’s Route trips for July 1–3 and July 8–10 are 45% off, but only until 2:00 PM today!
Prices go back to normal on these trips at 2:01PM today.
Don’t let the window close!
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/jvxbxeflqd
Prices go back to normal on these trips at 2:01PM today.
Don’t let the window close!
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/jvxbxeflqd
December 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Our Mt. Whitney Mountaineer’s Route trips for July 1–3 and July 8–10 are 45% off, but only until 2:00 PM today!
Prices go back to normal on these trips at 2:01PM today.
Don’t let the window close!
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/jvxbxeflqd
Prices go back to normal on these trips at 2:01PM today.
Don’t let the window close!
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/jvxbxeflqd
Right now, 2 of our Mt. Whitney Mountaineer’s Route trips are 45% off!
2026 is 45 years of guiding in the mountains for us - and we're celebrating in a big way!
Sale ends in less than 24 hours.
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/crpritlpfa
2026 is 45 years of guiding in the mountains for us - and we're celebrating in a big way!
Sale ends in less than 24 hours.
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/crpritlpfa
December 13, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Right now, 2 of our Mt. Whitney Mountaineer’s Route trips are 45% off!
2026 is 45 years of guiding in the mountains for us - and we're celebrating in a big way!
Sale ends in less than 24 hours.
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/crpritlpfa
2026 is 45 years of guiding in the mountains for us - and we're celebrating in a big way!
Sale ends in less than 24 hours.
Book Here>> https://f.mtr.cool/crpritlpfa
🎉 Next 45-45-45 Sale is LIVE! 🎉
2 Mt Whitney Mountaineers Route trips are 45% off!
📅 Trip 1: July 1–3
📅 Trip 2: July 8–10
⏰ On sale now through Sunday, Dec 14 at 2 PM PST
📲 6 spaces per trip
🎟️ Book Here: https://f.mtr.cool/qtyffowdnd
2 Mt Whitney Mountaineers Route trips are 45% off!
📅 Trip 1: July 1–3
📅 Trip 2: July 8–10
⏰ On sale now through Sunday, Dec 14 at 2 PM PST
📲 6 spaces per trip
🎟️ Book Here: https://f.mtr.cool/qtyffowdnd
December 13, 2025 at 1:01 AM
🎉 Next 45-45-45 Sale is LIVE! 🎉
2 Mt Whitney Mountaineers Route trips are 45% off!
📅 Trip 1: July 1–3
📅 Trip 2: July 8–10
⏰ On sale now through Sunday, Dec 14 at 2 PM PST
📲 6 spaces per trip
🎟️ Book Here: https://f.mtr.cool/qtyffowdnd
2 Mt Whitney Mountaineers Route trips are 45% off!
📅 Trip 1: July 1–3
📅 Trip 2: July 8–10
⏰ On sale now through Sunday, Dec 14 at 2 PM PST
📲 6 spaces per trip
🎟️ Book Here: https://f.mtr.cool/qtyffowdnd
Our celebration of 45 years continues with big news dropping soon… 👀
Join our newsletter if you want early access to what’s rolls out next.
Sign Up Here: https://swsmtns.com
Stay tuned — details coming soon.
Join our newsletter if you want early access to what’s rolls out next.
Sign Up Here: https://swsmtns.com
Stay tuned — details coming soon.
December 10, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Our celebration of 45 years continues with big news dropping soon… 👀
Join our newsletter if you want early access to what’s rolls out next.
Sign Up Here: https://swsmtns.com
Stay tuned — details coming soon.
Join our newsletter if you want early access to what’s rolls out next.
Sign Up Here: https://swsmtns.com
Stay tuned — details coming soon.
Join Caleb at the Medford REI on Dec 9th to brush up on your skills! He'll be presenting a free Know Before You Go course on avalanche awareness and better travel habits.
Sign up or find your nearest REI presentation: https://f.mtr.cool/hhgmaqwlrp
Sign up or find your nearest REI presentation: https://f.mtr.cool/hhgmaqwlrp
December 7, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Join Caleb at the Medford REI on Dec 9th to brush up on your skills! He'll be presenting a free Know Before You Go course on avalanche awareness and better travel habits.
Sign up or find your nearest REI presentation: https://f.mtr.cool/hhgmaqwlrp
Sign up or find your nearest REI presentation: https://f.mtr.cool/hhgmaqwlrp
Caleb shared a new article on the Leave No Trace site that focuses on how to approach planning as the seasons shift. Anyone eyeing a late-fall or early-winter objective may find it useful.
Here's a link to the article: https://lnt.org/assessing-seasonal-shifts-in-the-mountains/
Here's a link to the article: https://lnt.org/assessing-seasonal-shifts-in-the-mountains/
December 4, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Caleb shared a new article on the Leave No Trace site that focuses on how to approach planning as the seasons shift. Anyone eyeing a late-fall or early-winter objective may find it useful.
Here's a link to the article: https://lnt.org/assessing-seasonal-shifts-in-the-mountains/
Here's a link to the article: https://lnt.org/assessing-seasonal-shifts-in-the-mountains/
Caleb will be at the Medford REI on December 9th leading a Know Before You Go presentation. Brush up on the basics before the snowpack settles in for the season.
Sign up here:
https://f.mtr.cool/hfrxxpaphd
Sign up here:
https://f.mtr.cool/hfrxxpaphd
December 2, 2025 at 1:01 AM
Caleb will be at the Medford REI on December 9th leading a Know Before You Go presentation. Brush up on the basics before the snowpack settles in for the season.
Sign up here:
https://f.mtr.cool/hfrxxpaphd
Sign up here:
https://f.mtr.cool/hfrxxpaphd
It’s the final day of our Black Friday Month Sale!
Don’t miss your chance to save 10% on nearly every trip we offer!
✨ No code needed — just book at https://swsmtns.com and save!
#BlackFridaySale #AdventureAwaits #TravelMore #ExploreWild
Don’t miss your chance to save 10% on nearly every trip we offer!
✨ No code needed — just book at https://swsmtns.com and save!
#BlackFridaySale #AdventureAwaits #TravelMore #ExploreWild
November 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
It’s the final day of our Black Friday Month Sale!
Don’t miss your chance to save 10% on nearly every trip we offer!
✨ No code needed — just book at https://swsmtns.com and save!
#BlackFridaySale #AdventureAwaits #TravelMore #ExploreWild
Don’t miss your chance to save 10% on nearly every trip we offer!
✨ No code needed — just book at https://swsmtns.com and save!
#BlackFridaySale #AdventureAwaits #TravelMore #ExploreWild
Thanksgiving reminds us how lucky we are to spend days in the mountains with folks who love adventure as much as we do. Enjoy the holiday, get outside if you can, and don’t forget — our Black Friday month sale wraps up in just a few days.
November 27, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Thanksgiving reminds us how lucky we are to spend days in the mountains with folks who love adventure as much as we do. Enjoy the holiday, get outside if you can, and don’t forget — our Black Friday month sale wraps up in just a few days.
1 week left to lock in a 10% discount on your next trip!
Just confirm with your deposit the end of the sale to save.
Take a look at what inspires you and make your reservation while the sale is still live.
Find Your Adventure: https://f.mtr.cool/kkjizkgrno
Just confirm with your deposit the end of the sale to save.
Take a look at what inspires you and make your reservation while the sale is still live.
Find Your Adventure: https://f.mtr.cool/kkjizkgrno
November 23, 2025 at 3:02 PM
1 week left to lock in a 10% discount on your next trip!
Just confirm with your deposit the end of the sale to save.
Take a look at what inspires you and make your reservation while the sale is still live.
Find Your Adventure: https://f.mtr.cool/kkjizkgrno
Just confirm with your deposit the end of the sale to save.
Take a look at what inspires you and make your reservation while the sale is still live.
Find Your Adventure: https://f.mtr.cool/kkjizkgrno
Our first 45-45-45 deal ended this morning, but Black Friday Month is still rolling. Sign up by the end of the month for 10% off your reservation.
Join our newsletter for early access to upcoming 45-45-45 promotions and events.
Find Your Adventure>> https://f.mtr.cool/hlhheysndr
Join our newsletter for early access to upcoming 45-45-45 promotions and events.
Find Your Adventure>> https://f.mtr.cool/hlhheysndr
November 22, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Our first 45-45-45 deal ended this morning, but Black Friday Month is still rolling. Sign up by the end of the month for 10% off your reservation.
Join our newsletter for early access to upcoming 45-45-45 promotions and events.
Find Your Adventure>> https://f.mtr.cool/hlhheysndr
Join our newsletter for early access to upcoming 45-45-45 promotions and events.
Find Your Adventure>> https://f.mtr.cool/hlhheysndr
Our 45-45-45 anniversary sale item wraps up at 3 a.m. tomorrow.
We’ve got two spots left, and when they’re gone, they’re gone.
Book Your Spot: https://f.mtr.cool/doayobkvhe
More 45-45-45 offers are coming, and newsletter subscribers get early access.
We’ve got two spots left, and when they’re gone, they’re gone.
Book Your Spot: https://f.mtr.cool/doayobkvhe
More 45-45-45 offers are coming, and newsletter subscribers get early access.
November 21, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Our 45-45-45 anniversary sale item wraps up at 3 a.m. tomorrow.
We’ve got two spots left, and when they’re gone, they’re gone.
Book Your Spot: https://f.mtr.cool/doayobkvhe
More 45-45-45 offers are coming, and newsletter subscribers get early access.
We’ve got two spots left, and when they’re gone, they’re gone.
Book Your Spot: https://f.mtr.cool/doayobkvhe
More 45-45-45 offers are coming, and newsletter subscribers get early access.
Our 45th year starts now!
45 hours, June 3–4 Mt Shasta climb, 45% OFF in honor of our first Shasta trip back in 1982.
Book Here: https://f.mtr.cool/auvahaavqt
Sign up for our newsletter and get early access to events and promotions we'll be offering.
45 hours, June 3–4 Mt Shasta climb, 45% OFF in honor of our first Shasta trip back in 1982.
Book Here: https://f.mtr.cool/auvahaavqt
Sign up for our newsletter and get early access to events and promotions we'll be offering.
November 20, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Our 45th year starts now!
45 hours, June 3–4 Mt Shasta climb, 45% OFF in honor of our first Shasta trip back in 1982.
Book Here: https://f.mtr.cool/auvahaavqt
Sign up for our newsletter and get early access to events and promotions we'll be offering.
45 hours, June 3–4 Mt Shasta climb, 45% OFF in honor of our first Shasta trip back in 1982.
Book Here: https://f.mtr.cool/auvahaavqt
Sign up for our newsletter and get early access to events and promotions we'll be offering.
Sale Starts at 6am 11/20/25
For 45 hours, June 3rd – 4th Mt Shasta climb is 45% off- 12 spots available
Sign Up: https://f.mtr.cool/gecbrwykdy
Full payment is due at booking, discount at checkout, can not be combined with any other discounts or promotions.
For 45 hours, June 3rd – 4th Mt Shasta climb is 45% off- 12 spots available
Sign Up: https://f.mtr.cool/gecbrwykdy
Full payment is due at booking, discount at checkout, can not be combined with any other discounts or promotions.
November 20, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Sale Starts at 6am 11/20/25
For 45 hours, June 3rd – 4th Mt Shasta climb is 45% off- 12 spots available
Sign Up: https://f.mtr.cool/gecbrwykdy
Full payment is due at booking, discount at checkout, can not be combined with any other discounts or promotions.
For 45 hours, June 3rd – 4th Mt Shasta climb is 45% off- 12 spots available
Sign Up: https://f.mtr.cool/gecbrwykdy
Full payment is due at booking, discount at checkout, can not be combined with any other discounts or promotions.
If you haven't booked your trip with us yet, don't wait.
Our Black Friday Month Sale is happening now. Get 10% off virtually any trip.
Just confirm your reservation this month with a deposit, and you’ll lock in your discount.
Book Now: https://f.mtr.cool/qlldjnbkil
Our Black Friday Month Sale is happening now. Get 10% off virtually any trip.
Just confirm your reservation this month with a deposit, and you’ll lock in your discount.
Book Now: https://f.mtr.cool/qlldjnbkil
November 16, 2025 at 3:02 PM
If you haven't booked your trip with us yet, don't wait.
Our Black Friday Month Sale is happening now. Get 10% off virtually any trip.
Just confirm your reservation this month with a deposit, and you’ll lock in your discount.
Book Now: https://f.mtr.cool/qlldjnbkil
Our Black Friday Month Sale is happening now. Get 10% off virtually any trip.
Just confirm your reservation this month with a deposit, and you’ll lock in your discount.
Book Now: https://f.mtr.cool/qlldjnbkil
Booking with SWS Mountain Guides means you’re working directly with people who care about your goals - not just ticking a box. That means smaller groups, more time with your guides, and more instruction. Learn skills (don't just get to the top), and feel the difference.
November 15, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Booking with SWS Mountain Guides means you’re working directly with people who care about your goals - not just ticking a box. That means smaller groups, more time with your guides, and more instruction. Learn skills (don't just get to the top), and feel the difference.
Before winter snow locks in, spend a day doing a gear check. Make sure your skins stick evenly, and your beacon sends/receives.
Here's a link to a blog article about what and how to check your avalanche gear: https://f.mtr.cool/mhrfyoaobu
Here's a link to a blog article about what and how to check your avalanche gear: https://f.mtr.cool/mhrfyoaobu
November 13, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Before winter snow locks in, spend a day doing a gear check. Make sure your skins stick evenly, and your beacon sends/receives.
Here's a link to a blog article about what and how to check your avalanche gear: https://f.mtr.cool/mhrfyoaobu
Here's a link to a blog article about what and how to check your avalanche gear: https://f.mtr.cool/mhrfyoaobu