Jason Edwards started his guiding career in the 1970’s, and has since guided successful ascents of many mountains around the world. These peaks include Shishapangma (26,400' Tibet, in ’93), Mt. McKinley (8 expeditions with Rainier Mountaineering, Inc. since 1981), Mt. Rainier (295+ ascents, for RMI). He has also guided multiple expeditions to peaks in many other countries, including the Mexican Volcanoes, Bolivian peaks, Peru (including Alpamayo, Huascaran, and several others), Ecuadorian peaks, Aconcagua, Kilimanjaro, Mt. Elbrus in Russia, and Mt. Vinson in Antarctica. He has also climbed peaks and walls in the United States, Canada and Nepal.

A comment from one of our repeat customers:

Jason--I'm still glowing from the whole experience and really appreciated your support and encouragements. I meant so much to do this climb. You're great!

Nola R., New York

Four of Jason's Himalayan expeditions were on Mt. Everest (North Col—’94 (Deputy Leader) & ’91 (Guide); both American Expeditions). In addition, Jason led the successful 1997 Canadian Everest Expedition (via the S Col) and placed both clients on the summit of Mt. Everest along with four of our Sherpa staff.

During our 2001 Everest Expedition, Jason led another successful expedition up the mountain, when his team placed 14 of our 16 members on the 29,035' summit, which became the fourth most successful expedition to Everest in history.

In April 2002, Jason became the 65th person to climb the famed continental Seven Summits, after his ascent of Koscuiszko, located in New South Wales, Australia.

Early on at age 13, Jason was drawn to the mountains after he read such books as "Banner in the Sky" and the 1963 National Geographic on the First American Ascent of Mt. Everest. The romance of learning to climb and trek is really something that he can relate to, and the excitement of guiding and climbing still captivates his interests.

As a Certified AMGA Alpine guide, Jason likes to focus on participant enjoyment and safety, which can be seen throughout the trips he organizes and leads. His degrees in education and business further help Mountain Experience strive for its goal – providing the best quality adventures possible.

Rock climbing, ice climbing, hiking, skiing, and "working on the house" round out Jason’s interest when home, and keep him busy when not guiding in the mountains or planning future adventures. He also spends a lot of time keeping in touch with past participants from adventures he’s taken with them around the world.