Tatum Whatford
Tatum grew up in South Lake Tahoe with the Sierra Nevada as her outdoor playground. In the winter she spent her time ski racing and later became a freeride competitor. She moved to Bozeman, MT where she attended Montana State University. Tatum now spends her winters ski patrolling at Big Sky Resort, and teaching avalanche courses. On a day off you can find her rock climbing, trail running, mountain biking, backcountry skiing, ice climbing and mountaineering. Tatum decided to pursue a career as a mountain guide in hopes of instilling a love and appreciation of the mountains with others.
Climbing Resumé
- Multiple summits of Mt. Rainier (14,410’) via 5 routes including ski descents
- 2 successful Denali expeditions (20,310’)
- Mt. Baker (10,781') via 3 routes, including ski descent
- Ski descent Mt. Shuksan (9,131') White Salmon Glacier
- Ski descents Mt. Hood (11,249’)
- Ski descent Mt. Adams (12,276’)
- Multiple ski descents in the Northern Rockies, Sierra, Tetons, and Canadian Rockies
- Alpine/rock climbing/ice climbing ascents in the Cascades, Sierra, Tetons, and Northern Rockies
- Granite Peak, MT (12,807’) women’s fastest known time
- Mt. Baker (10,781') fastest known time
Certifications
- AMGA Alpine Guide Course
- AMGA Alpine Skills Course
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Pro 1 Avalanche Course
- Leave No Trace Master
