Testimonials

What guests say about Wild Paths Guiding

Joseph Hobby, owner of Wild Path Guiding, is a great guide with encyclopedic knowledge of the Chamonix climbing areas!

Joseph Hobby, owner of Wild Path Guiding, is a great guide with encyclopedic knowledge of the Chamonix climbing areas. I was training for the Matterhorn and Joseph knew exactly the type of climbing I would be facing as he had just guided guests up the mountain. I was fortunate to have Joseph not only as a climbing guide but as a guide in and around Chamonix. If you need a climbing guide, I would highly recommend Joseph Hobby of Wild Path Guiding

Lynn Purser

Lynn Purser

I’ve been guided in various parts of the world, from Asia to Europe to North America, and I can say that Joseph stands out as the best.

The trip was epic and safe with Joseph leading. I’d recommend Joseph to anyone looking for a big experience in any mountain across the globe. He has a great balance between pushing the team all while ensuring our safety. He kept up on everyone’s physical and emotional conditions across the entire expedition, which made all of us feel good about moving through the AK terrain. What I like about how he managed was that he took the time to be sure that we understood the “why” and “how” of his asks, so that we could improve our own thinking. A great example of that was managing the day and mission relative to weather (and it was severe at times!). He would think out loud, which helped all of us work through the process with him. I learned a ton. I recommend Joseph to anyone. If you're looking for an unforgettable outdoor experience led by a true professional, Joseph is the guy!

Todd Paris

Todd Paris

Joseph is an excellent instructor!

Joseph is an excellent instructor. He is thorough without making you feel like you are being blasted with information. He cultivates a group dynamic where questions are encouraged to help you learn and start to spot risk factors on your own. You will get a lot of hands on time with practical application as well. I feel more confident in my abilities in the back country after his class. Thanks Joseph.

Katie Storrs

Katie Storrs

Five stars!

Joseph Hobby is an excellent guide who took plenty of time to teach solid techniques and ensure you hit your goals for the day. He also has a great approach to finding that balance of challenging yourself but maintaining safety.

Derek Dorio

Derek Dorio

Great Avalanche Class!

Joseph was great for my introduction avalanche class! He encouraged and was very receptive to questions. I feel like I have a great toolset to continue practicing safety in the backcountry!

Natalia Romanzo

Natalia Romanzo

Joseph is next level!

Superb when it comes to guiding and supreme when it comes to teaching and sharing the art of his craft. I've learned so much, and I look forward to learning more. I highly recommend him.

Brent Begaye

Brent Begaye

Highly recommend!

We had an amazing experience with Wild Paths Guiding. This was our first try at ice climbing. Joseph was very knowledgeable and a fantastic mountain guide and operator.

Lacy Norris

Lacy Norris

Joseph is a true mountain professional and an absolute expert in his field!

I recently signed up for a trip to Chamonix with Wild Paths Guiding and Joseph. It was one of the best experiences of my life. When I wasn’t skiing some of the lines of my life, I was learning about the mountains, team dynamics, weather forecasting and steep ski assessment all with insights from Joseph. I especially appreciate the clear communication through the entire process with absolutely no corners cut from start to finish. I felt prepared and ready for every step of the journey. Joseph is head and shoulders above the many other guides I have worked with in the past.

Jake Horwath

Jake Horwath

Some of the best skiing we have ever done thanks to Wild Paths Guiding!

Our guide Joseph Hobby, did a great job of assessing our abilities and aligning those with a really great skin track ascent as well as great powder runs down. Throughout the day he would provide us insights into what things to be mindful of when in the backcountry: planning your trip, navigation, avalanche assessment, skin and skiing technique and more.

Michael Werbowsky

Michael Werbowsky

Joseph is an incredible mountain guide!

Very knowledge and professional. Also so willing to teach which i appreciate as a fairly new climber. He tailors the guide to your experience level and what you’re looking to get out of it—whether it’s to just go climb or learn to lead or just get exposure to different rock types.

Hannah Arning

Hannah Arning

Joseph’s competence at guiding cannot be overstated!

His pre-trip planning and communication all the way through to working with each client’s unique goals and capabilities make him stand out among the pack.

Justin Dunning

Justin Dunning