Thomas Skoog
Tom was born and raised in Seattle, Washington, and grew up hiking, climbing, and skiing throughout the Cascade Range. He began his career as an aerospace engineer before changing paths to guiding on the advice of close friends and mentors. He now guides in rock, ice, and alpine terrain and coaches a youth bouldering team in Seattle. When he’s not guiding, he enjoys alpine climbing, technical ski descents (in moderation), and long days exploring off-the-beaten-path peaks.
Outside the mountains, Tom enjoys reading, photography, volunteering, and playing chess.
Climbing Resumé
- Mt. Rainier, Washington (14,410') | Multiple summits and ski descents
- Mt. Baker, Washington (10,786') | Multiple summits and ski descents
- Glacier Peak, Washington (10,541') | Multiple ascents and ski descents
- Mt. Adams, Washington (12,281') | Multiple ascents and ski descents
- Mt. St. Helens, Washington (8,363') | Multiple ascents and ski descents
- El Capitan, California (7,573') | via "Triple Direct"
- The Moose’s Tooth, Alaska (10,335′) | via “Ham and Eggs”
- Mt. Stuart, Washington (9,416') | via Complete North Ridge, West Ridge, Ulrich’s and Cascadian Couloirs
- Mt. Shuksan, Washington (9,131') | Ascents via Fisher Chimneys, Sulphide Glacier, White Salmon Glacier. Descents Via White Salmon Glacier and Northwest Couloir
- Buckner Mountain, Washington (9,117’) | One day ski descent via West Face
- Forbidden Peak, Washington (8,815') | via West Ridge
- Eldorado Peak, Washington (8,868’) | Ascents via North Ridge and East Ridge, Descent via East Ridge
- Many rock, ice and mixed climbs throughout the Western US up to 5.12, A3, WI5+ & M7
Certifications
- Wilderness Emergency Medical Technician (WEMT)
- American Avalanche Institute Pro 1
- AMGA Rock Guide Course
- AMGA Alpine Guide Course
- AMGA Ski Guide Course
- AMGA Ice Instructor Course
- Leave No Trace Level 2 Instructor
