Forrest Schmidt

Ski and Splitboard guiding in Andes Mountain Range of the Araucanía and Ñuble Regions, including Volcanoes Lonquimay, Tolhuaca, Llaima, Sierra Nevada, Sollipulli, and many other backcountry ski descents in the surrounding subranges. Alpine and multi-day guided experiences in summer.

• Build personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences and maximize teachable moments.
• Build strong relationships with local vendors and land owners providing exclusive access to custom routes for tour participants.
• Utilize strong communication skills to effectively convey complex topics in a digestible manner to diverse audiences.
• Manage unexpected challenges with flexibility and creative problem-solving maintaining seamless experiences for guests.
• Development of an extensive knowledge of local history and culture, providing accurate information and insightful commentary during tours.
• Training new guides on company policies, procedures, and best practices, leading to consistently high-quality tours across the team.
• Grew client base by an average of 19% yearly since 2020.
• 200+ Days in the field.

Contact: Gabriela Velasquez +569 6209 2693

Present topics revolving around backcountry safety and avalanche awareness including physical preparation, trip planning, route selection, and protocols of partner rescue through theory and practical simulations.

• Collaborate with other community leaders to create a unified vision for the future, leading to long-lasting partnerships and shared goals with measurable outcomes.
• Contribute to the organization and promotion of yearly events orchestrated in the Araucania Region.
• Promote a sense of unity among diverse populations within the community through free or low cost programming and activities.

Contact: Ignacio Donoso +569 5832 9882

Provide information regarding avalanche dangers and problems while providing educational avalanche courses through third party collaborations.

• Conducting field studies of current snowpack and providing observations to the general population.
• Enhance community awareness as to snowpack conditions and existing problems for backcountry enthusiasts of the Araucania Region.
• Orchestrating funds for weather stations and compensation for contributors.

Guide of snowmobile accessed powder laps for skiers and snowboarders. It was my duty to pilot 850-900cc mountain sleds with clients seated in the "squirrel" position to the tops of peaks for untouched powder descents.

• Maintained safety standards during excursions, resulting in zero accidents or incidents.
• Communicated with team members strategizing plans during avalanche cycles, storm days, and bluebird days ensuring client safety and satisfaction.
• Completed end of day maintenance including topping off fluids and full machine inspections for preventative care.
• Minor mechanical repairs.
• 50+ Days in the field.

Contact: Cesar Gibert +569 9541 3348

Designed specialized snowboard clinics to address the unique challenges faced by different groups pursuing AASI certifications from Level 1 to Level 3. Implemented more targeted and effective training programs ensuring higher rates of success. Private and group lessons.

• Collaborated with department leaders to ensure alignment between training content and company goals.
• Delivered customized workshops to address specific skill gaps, resulting in improved overall team performance.
• Maintained accurate records of all training sessions conducted, allowing for thorough evaluation of program success over time and continued development for years to come.

Contact: Allie Cessna

Private and group coaching for general public and returning clients. Weekly clinics for staff skill improvement with a focus on off-piste skills and freestyle maneuvers.

• Adapted coaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and physical abilities among instructors and students while ensuring progress toward individual objectives.
• Championed positive, inclusive environment where athletes, students, and instructors of diverse backgrounds felt welcomed, supported, and motivated to achieve their goals.
• Improved instructors technical skills with targeted drills and exercises designed to address specific weaknesses.
• Mentored athletes on goal-setting, time management, and mental preparation techniques for optimal performance in competitions. 04-05
• Organized travel logistics for competitions, ensuring smooth transportation, accommodations, and scheduling for top freestyle team. 04-05

Contact: Christian Newman 1 760 258 6615