For readers interested in becoming a guide, or for those already pursuing a career guiding, the American Mountain Guide Association offers several scholarships for AMGA classes. One key is to know when the open period for applications: according to the AMGA site, applications for 2024 scholarships were due between May 25th and July 7th, 2023.
If you are interested in pursuing an AMGA scholarship for 2025, set a reminder on your calendar and routinely check the AMGA’s scholarship page for updates.
The AMGA offers classes in guiding several mountain travel disciplines, including skiing and splitbaording.