Inspiring growth and exploration in the mountains

SMILE MOUNTAIN GUIDES - CLIMBING SCHOOL AND GUIDE SERVICE ⏤

Our innovative climbing school, certified and professional guides, small climbing teams, and unwavering commitment to you, help us- Inspire Growth and Exploration In The Mountains

A bearded man wearing a climbing helmet and harness contemplating his next climbing move. 
THE CLIMBING SCHOOL —

Our Climbing Schools, EDUCATE and INSPIRE

Smile connects you, our guest, with talented, motivated, and personable guides who have a genuine interest in helping you achieve your goals in the mountains.

Our North Cascades Mountain School pushes you to explore new heights in mountainous terrain, from your first time on a glacier to partnering up with your guide for a team ascent of a classic Cascadian peak. The Front Range Climbing School takes you from first climb to first ascent, working with our guides every step of the way.

Each of Smile’s team members embodies our core values of PASSION, PARTNERSHIP, INCLUSION, and CREATIVITY.

We all have chosen guiding as our profession, working in the field year-round and when we’re not working, we are still in the mountains. We spend significant time climbing and skiing in venues around the world, giving our team a unique opportunity to inspire and educate.

WORLD CLASS CLIMBING ADVENTURES —
 
MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES –

WHERE

Adventure

meets

passion

There’s a lifetime of mountain adventures at your fingertips. Smile focuses on world-class venues that will inspire and motivate, and we cultivate a passionate team to help you achieve your dreams!

What people are saying

  • "I had an incredible time climbing the Petit Grepon with Heidi. She is always stoked, fun, super safe, and moves efficiently in the mountains. My day up high with her on an exposed and beautiful summit is one I won’t forget. She also worked with me on my own climbing goals during the day and I gained skills and confidence for more committing multi pitch trad climbs. I can’t wait for our next adventure together. Jeff was also dialed in on communicating logistical details. Overall, I had an excellent experience, and would highly recommend Smile Mountain Guides"

    Leslie Brandt

  • "I had a great day climbing at Ancient Art in the Moab area guided by Meg this week. We climbed in a party of three, and I was impressed by Meg’s efficiency, attention to detail, and great rope management skills. Meg gave very helpful instruction in aid climbing, multipitch transitions, and rappelling, which increased my confidence for future multipitch trad adventures. I will definitely look to Smile Mountain Guides for future instruction and guiding when I’m in Moab and Colorado next!"

    Juliana Spector

  • "Great experience climbing with Brent in Eldorado Canyon. Big thanks to Jeff and Meg for setting it up, very accommodating and it was a pleasure to use your services. Thank you!"

    Richard Tattersall

  • Jeff guided me up the Naked Edge in Eldorado Canyon State Park for my birthday climb. It was beyond my comfort on lead so it felt great to be guided. I was able to focus on the climbing movement all while having complete trust in my partner. Jeff is a trust master of his craft. The Edge is tough, and Jeff cruised it and offered beta along the way. I had a blast. We were stuck behind two parties at first and Jeff's attitude didn't waver not one bit. He remained focused on the task at hand. It was very memorable birthday and it gave me some insight on the climb for when I decide to take a stab at leading it. I highly recommend Jeff and his company, Smile.

    Joshua Larkin

  • Amazing support from Smile Mountain Guides! They taught my Single Pitch Instructor Course and were patient and supportive. I enjoyed learning from them and anyone would be happy to have them as guides!

    Gretchen Weber

  • I worked with Smile for the Kissfist climbing festival in May 2024. Meg and Jeff are among the warmest, biggest-hearted mountain guides that I've ever had the pleasure of working with. They are full of energy and stoke and, above all things, they are safe. Highly recommended!

    Derek Braun

  • SMG guides ROCK! Well, really, they are super fun, super competent, filled with amazing knowledge of their craft, - which I experienced them very adept at sharing. I highly recommend them for any of their offered clinics, outings, adventures, etc...

    Hans Florine

Meet The Team

  • Jeffrey Mascaro

  • Heidi Wirtz

  • Meg Nickman

  • Brent Smith

Meet The Smile Mountain Guides Team