Dean Cummings H2O Guides has been operating in the Chugach Mountains of Alaska for ten years and we are the only mountain guide service that operates year round in Valdez. Owner and guide Dean Cummings first discovered Alaska's immense Chugach Range in 1991, when he accepted an invitation to compete in the first annual World Extreme Skiing Championships. |
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Skiing and kayaking expeditions have taken Dean all over the world, but none of these destinations match the spectacular Chugach. After 5 years of extensive research, pioneering numerous first ascents and descents, Dean founded Valdez H2O Heli Adventures in 1995. In the 10 years since then H2O guides has grown and refined our operations. Aside from twists and scrapes, we have never had any accidents while guiding in the mountains around Valdez Alaska. |
Our impressive safety record is one of the reasons why we were awarded the exclusive use permit to guide in the Worthington glacier state park and to provide safety and rescue services for park visitors this year. Let us take you to one of the most accessible spectacular places in alaska, so you can enjoy a truly Alaskan adventure. |
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