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