Izzy Wassilie

Lead Alpine, Rock and Splitboard Guide

My name is Izzy, I am a born and raised Alaskan with a passion for working the mountains. I am an AMGA Apprentice Alpine, Rock, and Splitboard Guide with a multidisciplinary background in technical alpine guiding, climbing, and ski mountaineering. 

My professional alpine guiding career has taken me throughout Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, and the Sierra. I spend my spring seasons guiding on Denali and my summers working as an alpine guide in the Cascades. Outside of guiding, I spend much of my time climbing in Canada. Whether it's pursuing remote objectives in the Coast Range, climbing in the Bugaboos or a day of cragging in Squamish.

As a splitboarder, I’ve pursued ski mountaineering and backcountry expeditions across North America and internationally. I have spent time working in mechanized ski guiding as well as human powered operations. My professional experience includes time in Japan, Alaska, and the Himalayas, as well as the Sierra, Rockies and Cascades. Both guiding and personal expeditions have shaped my experience and appreciation for exploring terrain on my splitbaord.

My personal rock climbing experience spans a wide range of styles and terrain, from desert sandstone towers to splitter granite cracks. I’ve spent time climbing throughout the Southwest and Pacific Northwest, including Yosemite, Joshua Tree, Red Rock, Moab, Smith Rock, Washington, and Squamish, developing an appreciation for the diversity of rock climbing and the different challenges each environment presents. 

Certifications/Education:

  • AMGA Apprentice Alpine, Rock and Splitboard Guide

  • Pro 1

  • LNT Trainer 

  • WFR 

  • Rope Rescue Tech 1