SIMON MEIS

Simon is an Internationally Certified (IFMGA) Mountain Guide. He has spent the last 20 years playing in the mountains. Simon's primary passion is climbing and he has travelled widely in pursuit of vertical adventure. Notable accomplishments include big wall first ascents in Pakistan and the Bugaboos as well as establishing numerous new routes near Canmore, his hometown, up to the grade of 5.14a.

He has climbed most of the classic Rockies waterfall ice test pieces over the years, however, nowadays he finds himself spending more and more time on skis. With extensive local knowledge in both the Rockies and British Columbia backcountry, and over a decade of experience as a Heli Ski Guide in some of Canada's most complex tenures, he always finds a way to get his guests the good snow.

On down days he can be found with his sketchbook or a canvas. An accomplished artist, his passion for mountains and adventure comes through vividly in his artwork. Simon loves to share his passion and enthusiasm for the mountains with guests, whether it is sharing a classic climb or searching out a fresh line. His diverse background and calm, humble demeanour make him an excellent teacher.

Simon can also be found pulling on the sticks of one of our two drift boats, guiding fly fishing experiences with Cloud Nine Troutfitters on the Upper and Lower Bow River as well as Walk and Wade trips on Alberta's best front range Cutthroat waters.