Claire is a winter mentee in her mentor in her third backcountry season. Her mentor Tori helped her build confidence in working towards bigger days and managing more complex terrain. She also loved the community she found in Mountain Mentors — beyond just her mentorship pair.

Cathy is a climber and skier based in Squamish. As a mentor, she aspires to be the person she wishes she had around when she was starting out. Her mentees have taught her a lot, including patience, curiosity and the ability to figure things out together.

Bailey Shandro is an artist, high school teacher, runner, and climber who has been involved with Mountain Mentors since 2021. She finds deep fulfillment in mentorship, valuing the relationships, confidence-building, and community it fosters. For Bailey, mentorship isn’t just about achieving goals—it’s about shared experiences, reciprocity, and shaping a more inclusive and sustainable outdoor culture.