Meet MIKE WALLACE

Mike Wallace grew up in Destin, Florida, surfing and saltwater fishing as a youth. He moved to the mountains of Colorado in 1993 where he dove into backcountry skiing without hesitation. He strives to bring a broad knowledge base and a festive, relaxed learning atmosphere to the courses he helps teach. Mike brings 20+ years of ski touring, ski patrol, snow science and avalanche technician experience to the curriculum. When not a fly fishing guide in the summer, Mike Wallace shares the wonder of the mountains through safe
winter travel with groups of passionate people. This setting is mikes happy place.

• AIARE
  • AIARE Level 1, Rescue, Level 2 Instructor
  • AIARE ITC Level 1, Level 2
• American Avalanche Institute
  • AAI Level 2 for Professionals 2014
  • Pro SAR
• American Avalanche Association
  • AAA Professional Member
  • AVPRO – Level 3 for Professionals
• Colorado Rapid Avalanche Deployment Team
  • Ceritified Dog Handler – 2005-2012
  • Avalanche Tech/Snow Tech – 2012-Present
  • Certification Standards Committee Member
• 26 years backcountry touring experience in Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Montana
• 18 years Ski Patroller and avalanche technician
• 8 years Snow Safety Director
• Outdoor Emergency Care Technician
• CPR for Healthcare Providers
• Certified River Guide
• Member American Whitewater Association
• Member Trout Unlimited