CHRIS MAHONEY
Salt Lake City
Summary
Experienced backcountry user and guide with a focus on providing high-quality backcountry experiences. Strong interpersonal skills, and ability to interact with diverse groups effectively with a passion for creating memorable guest experiences in the backcountry
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Snowcat Lead & Tail Guide (Part-Time)
Powder Mountain Backcountry Guides
12.2024 - 05.2025
- - Guided full- and half-day mechanized backcountry ski trips in Upper Wolf Creek and Davenport terrain
- - Served as both Lead Guide and Tail Guide to ensure guest safety and satisfaction
- - Delivered ski technique coaching throughout the day
Snowcat Tail Guide (Part-Time)
Snowbird Mountain Guides
12.2024 - 05.2025
- - Led half-day mechanized ski trips adjacent to Snowbird (Upper American Fork terrain)
- - Conducted snowpack assessments and terrain prep as needed
- - Provided ski coaching and hazard awareness support
Snowcat Tail Guide (On-Call)
Park City Powder Cats
12.2024 - 05.2025
- - Collaborated with Lead Guides to match terrain and guest ability
- - Delivered safe and enjoyable backcountry ski experiences
- - Coached guests on movement and technique as needed
Certification
Snow & Avalanche
- - Pro 1 – American Avalanche Institute (2022)
Medical
- Wilderness First Responder + CPR (Current)
Guiding Credentials:
- - AMGA Apprentice Ski Guide (2025)
- - PSIA Level 1 Instructor (2024)
References
- Cory, Adams, Powder Mountain Backcountry Guides
- Levi, Thorne, Snowbird Mountain Guides
- Megan, Boyer, Park City Powder Cats
BACKCOUNTRY EXPERIENCE
- Over 10 years of backcountry skiing across western U.S. mountain ranges:
- - Wasatch Range: ~300 days
- - Uinta Range: ~20 days
- - Chugach Range (AK): 20 days
- - Alaska Range (AK): 9 days
- - Talkeetna Range (AK): 5 days
- - Teton Range (WY): ~10 days
- - Cascade Range (CA - Shasta/Lassen): 4 days
Timeline
Snowcat Lead & Tail Guide (Part-Time)
Powder Mountain Backcountry Guides
12.2024 - 05.2025
Snowcat Tail Guide (Part-Time)
Snowbird Mountain Guides
12.2024 - 05.2025
Snowcat Tail Guide (On-Call)
Park City Powder Cats
12.2024 - 05.2025
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