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American Mountain Guides Association

The American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) is a 501(c)(3) educational non-profit.

Our Vision: To provide renowned, world-class training and certifications to our guides and aspiring guides. To safeguard access to climbing and skiing areas utilized by the guided public. To offer cutting edge resources and services that support and enhance the livelihoods of guides. To be the community hub for all American mountain guides, climbing instructors, and their clients. To be at the for

efront of growing and advancing the guiding profession

Core Values
Integrity: The AMGA believes in strict adherence to the highest ethical standards of our profession. Mountain guiding, ski guiding, and climbing instruction are professions of honesty, etiquette, and composure. We are responsible for all our actions and personal conduct when representing the AMGA and our profession. Stewardship: We are committed to actively engaging in the protection of all mountain environments for the good of all people and for future generations. Community: Commitment to trust, respect, civility, teamwork, and general welfare of the entire AMGA community and the professional guiding and climbing instructor community as a whole. Excellence: Commitment to a diverse and dynamic community, high technical and academic standards, strong programs, and a quality staff of engaged and engaging instructors and examiners. Balance: The AMGA strives to balance the interests of its membership and to act for the collective interests of the guiding community.

02/19/2026

The American Mountain Guides Association joins the mountain community in grieving the lives lost in the recent avalanche in California. Our hearts are with the families, friends, and all those affected by this tragedy, and we extend our sincere appreciation to the search and rescue teams and local responders who are working in difficult conditions. The compassion and dedication of all involved reflects the strength and care within the mountain community.

We are holding all those impacted in our hearts.

01/28/2026

📣 Round 2 Application Deadline 📣
Monday, February 2

The following programs are currently accepting applications:

• Alpine Skills Course
• Alpine Rock Module
• Alpine Snow & Glacier Module
• Alpine Guide Course
• Advanced Alpine Guide Course
• Alpine Guide Exam

Applications must be submitted by February 2nd.
Apply at amga.com.

01/21/2026

AMGA Executive Director Matt Wade will testify today before the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands at an oversight hearing on the EXPLORE Act. Passed in December 2024, the law includes long-awaited improvements to permitting for guides and instructors on public lands. Matt’s testimony will focus on Title III implementation. Link in bio to watch live (10:15 AM EST).

12/08/2025

🎉 Win the NEW Arc’teryx Alpine Guide Jacket! 🎉

This holiday season, it’s better to give and receive! We’re celebrating the launch of the Alpine Guide Jacket - the packable, lightweight GORE-TEX PRO ePE shell built for mountain professionals.

For the rest of December, , , and the AMGA are giving away 4 Alpine Guide Jackets to you and an AMGA friend who deserves a fresh kit this winter.

How to enter:
✅ Tag an AMGA member (certified or in training) who’s ready for a new jacket—whether they just took their first course or their old shell has seen one summit too many.

✅ Both of you will be entered to win a new Alpine Guide Jacket!

Contest closes: Dec 28, 11:59 PM PST

Winners announced: Dec 29 via DM.

(Never share personal info with anyone else.)

12/02/2025

For more than four decades, the AMGA has led the way in education, standards, and advocacy for mountain guides and climbing instructors.

This Giving Tuesday, we’re asking our community to help sustain that legacy.

https://www.amga.com/donate

Your donation of any size fuels scholarships, strengthens education for guides, and protects access to the places where we work and play.

Thank you for your support.

11/05/2025

APPLY NOW! 🧗🏔️

Applications are now open for Spring, Summer, and Fall Rock and Alpine Programs. Details and deadlines at amga.com

📸 .butterfly

03/05/2025

We're Hiring! 🧗‍♀️

The Guide Program Manager is responsible for overseeing the management and success of AMGA’s Guide Programs. This key position works within the Mountain Guide Program team to manage all aspects of Mountain Guide Program logistics at the AMGA.

To learn more: https://amga.com/employment/ 👈

01/17/2025

🌟AMGA Affinity Program application now open!🌟

Through continued support from community and partners, we are excited to share our seven Affinity Programs of 2025. These Affinity Programs offer a supportive environment for participants to learn and engage. 👉 more info: https://amga.com/programs/affinity-programs/

Application period closes Feb 7, 2025

Affinity Programs Supported by Corporate Partners:
⭐️ LGBTQIA2S+ Single Pitch Instructor Course: Boulder, CO, May 28-31, 2025 (4-day program) sponsored by
⭐️ BIPOC Single Pitch Instructor Course: Boulder, CO, September 10-12, 2025 sponsored by
⭐️ Women’s Single Pitch Instructor Assessment: Joshua Tree, CA, October 20-21, 2025 sponsored by
⭐️ Women’s Single Pitch Instructor Course: Joshua Tree, CA, October 22-24, 2025 sponsored by

Open Enrollment Affinity Programs:
⭐️ Women’s Ski Guide Course: Red Mountain Pass, CO, April 9 – 18, 2025
scholarship/tuition assistance included
*this program is full, waitlist only
⭐️ BIPOC Rock Guide Course: Smith Rocks, OR, September 10 – 17, 2025
scholarship/tuition assistance not included
⭐️ Women’s Rock Guide Course: Boulder, CO, September 30-October 7, 2025
scholarship/tuition assistance not included

11/12/2024

🎉 We warmly invite you to join us for an exciting evening at Sanitas Brewing in beautiful Boulder, Colorado! Our Annual Celebration is almost here, and we’re so excited to share this special night with you.

Whether you’re a long-time member or brand new to the AMGA community, everyone is welcome! Come relax, enjoy good company, and meet fellow climbers, outdoor lovers, and industry professionals. It’s a perfect chance to connect, share stories, and create unforgettable memories together. We can’t wait to see you there!

Tickets at the link in our bio 👈

10/17/2024

Bronwyn Hodgins is a professional climber and a certified Rock Guide from fellow IFMGA member association, ACMG. ⛰️ She was the first Canadian woman to free climb El Capitan in Yosemite with her 5-day ascent of Freerider in 2018, and the third ever woman to free climb Golden Gate three years later. One of her top gear picks is the Edelweiss 8.8mm Spirit Arc Unicore rope, saying that it is exactly what she wants for alpine rock missions in the mountains.

Check out Liberty Mountain to grab yours or visit our Silent Auction! 👉 link in bio.

Climber: Bronwyn Hodgins

📷 Jaron Pham

10/11/2024

The American Mountain Guides Association is excited to present the 5th Annual Virtual Silent Auction. Here's your chance to get awesome gear, guided days, and support professional guides. The auction is live now and open to the public. Check it out before it ends on October 25th @8:00p MT.

👉 link in bio
32auctions.com/amga2024
Our Sponsors🎉
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09/14/2024

"The Samaya ULTRA35 is a sweet all around alpine pack..."

Check out a review of the Samaya ULTRA35 pack by IFMGA Guide and AMGA Instructor Team Member Ian Nicholson.

👉 link in bio

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Boulder, CO

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+13032710984

Website

http://www.amga.com/

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