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Into the Heart of Nunavik: Exploring Kuururjuaq

This August, Yamnuska guides Grant and Maryse spent two weeks in Parc national Kuururjuaq, working alongside Inuit guides to explore Québec’s highest peak and the surrounding Torngat Mountains. Few places on Earth can match the raw beauty and cultural depth of Quebec’s far north. The park spans thousands of square kilometers, with Mount Kauvvik rising […]

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The Rock Road Trip to El Potrero Chico

In the heart of northern Mexico, nestled within the rugged landscapes of the Sierra Madre Oriental mountains, lies a rock climber’s paradise – El Potrero Chico. This hidden gem has gained international acclaim for its towering limestone cliffs, breathtaking vistas, and world-class rock climbing.  El Potrero Chico, which translates to the “The Little Corral,” is […]

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Mountain Skills Semester Fall 2023 Expedition

After several weeks of hiking, orienteering, rock climbing, glacier travel and alpine climbing, the team on the Mountain Skills Semester, along with their guide Grant, began their 5-day alpine expedition to the remote Mt Willingdon area. October 18 – Approach to the Pipestone Valley – A light snowfall fell throughout the day, accompanied by a […]