Guide
John Cotter
Been guiding most of my life, in Alaska, Snowbird, now SWAT. Best part meeting all the new people and getting to show them a part of the world that I think is very special.
Taking a deep breath after the van is back at the garage.
Why I love being a guide
Beautiful places, great stories and fabulous guests...........most anyway!!!!
My guiding style
Pretty calm, knowledgeable, fun! I try to do most of my talking on the way out and give the guests time to relax or ask questions on the way back!
Favorite places
Shoup Glacier, Columbia Glacier, College Fjord, they change every few minutes. Closer to home Salt Flats are amazing looking at the changes. Antelope Island going on the daily Bison search!
Fun facts
- 2 Crazy Labradoodles greet me at the door every night!
- Skiing has to be the most fun I have with my clothes on!
- Porsche Club Racing comes a very close second!
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