perspective offers programs in the world’s most spectacular venues.  

Avalanche Safety Equipment

•  Avalanche transceiver “beacon” (457 kHz frequency only. Must be Digital two or three antenna, we recommend and rent the Mammut/Barryvox Element)
•  Avalanche probe (minimum 200cm length, Probe poles or integrated shovel handles are unacceptable)
•  Collapsible shovel (metal blade essential)

Ski and Snowboard Equipment

• Backcountry Ski Boots (equipped with touring mechanisms)
• Skis with touring bindings and skins. We recommend Kästle’s FX & TX Skis, due to there light, but powerful construction. The FX line is the lightest ski with metal construction and holds an edge extremely well.
• We recommend ‘tech’ style bindings such as the PLUM guide or Dynafit models for touring specific skiing.
• Skins: lightweight mohair or synthetic skins trimmed to fit your skis.
• Poles- lightweight poles equipped with powder baskets. Fixed length or adjustable.
•   Split Board with touring bindings and skins. Collapsible poles with large baskets

Personal Equipment

• Clothing for activities and standing in cold/snowy weather (no cotton). Emphasize lightweight layers. *Note that heavy ski jackets designed for lift-served skiing may not be appropriate for backcountry use
• long underwear (top and bottom)
• insulating layer (a lightweight but warm down or synthetic jacket for use at breaks)
• outer layer (wind/waterproof) A thin waterproof/breathable jacket. And venting ski pants
• Gloves: at least two pairs (on midweight pair and one heavy warm pair)
• Goggles and sunglasses
• Water Bottle and/or small thermos
• Backpack 25-40L appropriate for activity. A snow specific pack with compartments for avalanche tools is nice. Backpacks that easily carry skis or snowboard are best for ski mountaineering transitions

Glacier/Ski Mountaineering Gear

• Lightweight Harness suitable for ski mountaineering: Detachable leg loops and lack of gear racking loops are better suited to ski touring.
• Ski Crampons (harscheisen, couteaux) with lightweight carabiner
• Boot Crampons (lightweight general mountaineering crampons to fit ski boots, aluminum crampons work well for most ski applications)
• Ice Axe (General Mountaineering type: short <60cm and lightweight)

Rentals

We rent a small selection of Avalanche and Backcountry equipment. Contact us for more information  

Rates

$1200 per climber for three day program private program  

Three Day Mt Sir Donald Skills and Climb

• Day 0 – Travel to Revelstoke or Golden or Camp at Rogers Pass
• Day 1-Early start, drive to Rogers Pass, Climb Mt Afton/Mt Abbott or other similar training climb (2:1 ratio), night at Rogers Pass camping or Revelstoke 
• Day 2- Mid morning start: hike into Mt Sir Donald Camp 4-6hrs, tent camping, exceptional views of glaciers and high selkirks
• Day 3- Alpine start: Climb Mt Sir Donald (1:1 Ratio), descend to trailhead 10-16hrs.

Required Skills: Moderate to Strong physical fitness. Mt Sir Donald requires a minimum of 12 hours of moderate exertion at higher altitude. Not sure of your ability level? Start with a single day scramble to warm up to the more technical routes. Weather alternatives: many scrambles and less technical objectives can be substituted as can lower elevation technical multi-pitch rock climbing options. Options for overnight hut trips and/or tent based camps are easily accomodated.  Itinerary is easily modified to include ice climbing, hut stays and more instructional emphasis. For overnight programs, we are happy to arrange porter services to lighten loads to basecamp.

Our offerings

Small Group Multi-Pitch Climbing at “Waterworld” Revelstoke

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Our rock climbing programs in Revelstoke are all about fun. Climbing around Revelstoke involves short approaches and interesting and fun climbing areas that offer single-pitch climbing (ground based top-roping perfect for families or groups) and multi-pitch climbs (for one or two climbers with one guide). All are within a 25 minute drive of downtown Revelstoke.

Rates

The majority of our programs are private engagements and quoted as such. For Rock Climbing days, we operate small or large group climbing sessions.

• Small group climbing day (1-2 climbers) $450
• 3 climbers $500 total
• 4 or more climbers $150 per climber

We include all safety equipment (ropes, harnesses and helmets) and have a limited number of climbing shoes to rent. Please notify us at time of booking if you require rental climbing shoes.  

Mike Bromberg is a safety minded, clear-communicating, customer service oriented, critical thinker. Born in Toronto, Ontario, Mike learned to ski at the age of 5, was once captain of a Texas high school Baseball team, and is obsessed with powder skiing and long alpine rock climbs. His passion for the mountains has taken him on many adventures, both personal and professional, to sample some of the finest destinations in the American Southwest, Washington, Alaska, Norway, Thailand, Switzerland, Italy, France and British Columbia. Mike cultivated a deep passion for sharing wild places while studying at Prescott College and as an apprentice guide living in Crested Butte, Colorado. Mike is trained and certified as a professional Mountain Guide through the American Mountain Guides Association where he earned the Ski Mountaineering Guide certification at age 25 and full IFMGA Mountain Guide certification at 27.

Experience

• Helicopter Ski Guide: Selkirk-Tangiers Heliskiing, Revelstoke BC
• Independant Mountain Guide: France, Switzerland, Italy, Western United States
• Catski Guide: Eleven Experience, Irwin CO
• Helicopter Ski Guide: Valdez Heli-Camps, AK
• Vice President: Certified Guides Cooperative
• Adjunct Faculty: Colorado Mountain College, Leadville, CO
• Avalanche Forecaster: Crested Butte Avalanche Center
• Avalanche Course Instructor: Crested Butte Mountain Guides

Certification

• IFMGA/UIAGM/IVBV Licenced Mountain Guide
• AMGA Certified Mountain Guide
• AMGA Certified Rock Guide
• AMGA Certified Alpine Guide
• AMGA Certified Ski Mountaineering Guide
• ACMG Member and Permit Holder
• AIARE Level III Avalanche Certified
• Bachelor of Arts, Prescott College, AZ

Mike personally operates all of Perspective’s guided and instructional programs. When Mike is unavailable, he connects guests to appropriately qualified guides who offer an exceptional level of customer service.

 

sample itinerary multiday

• Day 0 – Travel to Revelstoke or Golden or Camp at Rogers Pass
• Day 1- Pack gear, drive to Rogers Pass, hike into Hermit Meadows Camp. Evening instructional lesson on mountaineering ropework.
• Day 2- Climb Mt Tupper west Ridge or Mt Rogers/Swiss peaks traverse, hike out, night in Revelstoke hotel or camping.
• Day 3- Approach Asulkan Hut, Glacier Mountaineering skills in PM Night in Hut
• Day 4-Climb the Jupiter Traverse (Castor, Pollux and Leda) or Mt Afton, Night in the Asulkan Hut
• Day 5- Hike out
 

Our courses and guided climbs in Glacier National Park are custom itineraries. Options emphasizing more glacier travel and crevasse rescue instruction are easily accommodated.  For overnight programs, we are happy to arrange porters and/or catering services to lighten loads during your trip. Weather alternatives: many scrambles and less technical objectives can be substituted. As can lower elevation multi-pitch rock climbing options.  

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Our days skiing in Glacier National Park and Rogers Pass typically begin by traveling to or meeting at the Rogers Pass discovery center at 8am. From there we will discuss snow and weather conditions and choose an appropriate destination (less than 5 minutes drive) for our group. All tours at Rogers Pass begin by ascending (with skins/skis or splitboard) and finish back at the car. Our days involve a minimum of 2000 ft of uphill and descent, but more typically between 3000 and 6000 ft.

terrain

The Trans-Canada highway between Revelstoke and Golden B.C. splits Glacier National Park, allowing skiers and riders easy access to the crest of the Selkirk Mountains via it’s highpoint, Rogers Pass. The abundant snowfall, huge vertical relief (descents of up to 5500 ft), and easy access contribute to making Rogers Pass one of North America’s premier backcountry destinations. The pass offers everything from high alpine glaciated skiing to pillow filled tree skiing. The variety and amount of terrain is what makes ‘the pass’ such an incredible destination. Our trips and tours in Revelstoke and Rogers Pass have a strong emphasis on deep powder skiing and riding. Our Itineraries in Revelstoke are customized to your goals, ability level and your length of stay.

Rates

The majority of our programs are private engagements and quoted as such. For skiing and riding, we prefer groups of no more than 5 skiers/riders to one guide. Please visit our reservations page for more information.

• 1 or 2 people $500 per day
• 3 people $550 per day
• 4 people $600 per day
• 5 people $650 per day

               

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Our lodge or basecamp wilderness ski and riding trips allow you to immerse yourself in the winter or spring backcountry environment. We recommend a minimum three night stay for a lodge or basecamp style human powered expedition. Our passion is remote backcountry lines and creating memorable alpine experiences. Contact us for more information about backcountry lodge or remote basecamp expeditions or traverses.    

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Our ski mountaineering programs are based in Revelstoke BC. Skiers may also choose a backcountry basecamp option with many very attractive locations for backcountry basecamps.  Our spring ski mountaineering itineraries are customized to suit your goals, ability level and your length of stay.

terrain

The Trans-Canada highway between Revelstoke and Golden B.C. splits Glacier National Park, allowing skiers and riders easy access to the crest of the Selkirk Mountains via it’s highpoint, Rogers Pass. The abundant snowfall, huge vertical relief (descents of up to 5500 ft), and easy access contribute to making Rogers Pass one of North America’s premier backcountry destinations. The pass offers everything from high alpine glaciated skiing to pillow filled tree skiing. The variety and amount of terrain is what makes the pass such an incredible destination.

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• 3. Pay your trip deposit via paypal, interac or by check.

Payment Schedule and Terms

Our rates are quoted on an individual basis. We require a deposit of 50% of total trip cost upon booking. Full Payment is due 30 days prior to the trip start. Payments may be made by personal US or Canadian check, cash, interac transfer (Canada only) or by credit or debit card securely through paypal.

Cancellation Policy

If there is a special need to cancel your current booking, please let us know as soon as possible. We will do everything in our control to offer the maximum refund possible. We understand that every cancellation is unique and will do our best to accommodate you by rescheduling if possible. Our cancellation policies are listed below.

• 120+ days before trip start 75% of deposit will be refunded. 
• 60-120 days before trip start 50% of deposit will be refunded. 
• 30-60 days before trip start, Guest will be charged 100% of deposit.
• Less than 30 days prior to trip start date, guest will be charged 100% of total trip cost.

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Our Heli assist programs are based in Revelstoke, BC and are available in single and multi-day options.

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Overview

Outcall Massages are available in conjunction with a mountain program or a la carte in Revelstoke, BC.  Our bodyworker will bring the table, heating pad, sheets, oil, and music to your home or hotel for the most convenient massage.  Please find a convenient space for her to set up the table and work.</p> Also available as part of your customized Perspective program, you can arrange for massage at the hut or chalet.  After a full day of mountain adventure you can come back to a rejuvenating massage.

about our bodyworkers

Our bodyworkers specialize in relaxation massage as well as deep tissue work. Their studies in Transformational Neuromuscular Therapy influences their massage styles as they consider the whole person (mental, emotional, physical, and energetic) while facilitating change in the muscles.