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A Life Outside: American Mountain Guides

A Life Outside: American Mountain Guides

This 90-minute documentary explores the high-stakes world of mountain guiding. Weaving the legacy of pioneer Paul Petzoldt (founder of NOLS and Exum) with a modern climb gone wrong, the film follows elite guides in the rugged Tetons and Alps who face deadly risks every day, not for personal glory, but to get their clients back safely. Directed by Mat Hames.

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A Life Outside: American Mountain Guides is a local public television program presented by Wyoming PBS

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A Life Outside: American Mountain Guides

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Explore the high-stakes world of mountain guiding and the enduring legacy of pioneer Paul Petzoldt. (1h 26m 37s)

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