Best In Class
Sun Valley Guides’ staff is one of the best in the industry. We have five full-time guides certified by the American Mountain Guides Association – AMGA - including our owner and operator. Additionally, all guides are required to be certified Wilderness First Responders, are licensed by the Idaho Outfitter and Guide Board, and have extensive avalanche forecasting and rescue training. Sharing the joy of the backcountry while caring for the comfort and safety of our guests is our mission. Find out more about our guides' IOGLB and AMGA licensing credentials here.
Zach Crist
Owner
AMGA guide
International travel guide
Hiking Guide
Mountain Bike Guide
Climbing Guide
Chris Marshall
AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide (Ski, Alpine and Rock)
Pro and Rec Avalanche Instructor
Hiking Guide
Mountain Bike Guide
Jess Simon
AMGA Apprentice Ski & Rock Guide
Avalanche Instructor
Mountain Bike Guide
Hiking Guide
Tristan Pettigrew
AMGA Assistant Ski/Splitboard Guide
AIARE Certified Avalanche Course Instructor
Pro 2 Avalanche