Backcountry Crew
Our Team
Meet the Team Behind Your Epic Cat Skiing Adventure
Our team is made up of passionate, experienced professionals dedicated to delivering the ultimate backcountry experience. From the owners to our ski guides to friendly support staff, we’re here to ensure your safety, enjoyment, and adventure every step of the way. Get to know the faces who make your time with us truly unforgettable.
Office
Billie-Lou Laskosky
This is the face behind the voice that has been caring for all your needs for the past 14 years.
Lodge
Egle Barns
Egle joined the Great Northern team in 2022. She is passionate about hospitality, logistics, and ensuring the lodge is carving smoothly through the season.
Carla Romaniuk
Lodge supervisor; joined the Great Northern team early in 2023; her focus is on guest relations ensuring all guests have an excellent stay at the lodge.
Lucas Mussato
Meet our Red Seal Chef, sharing culinary excellence with us for last the two seasons.
Outside Operations (Snowcat Drivers)
Braeden Nyhus
Braeden Nyhus
Wesley Hermansen
Wesley Hermansen
Andrew McQuarrie
Snowcat driver, from Sorrento BC, Been working for GN since 2020.
Jim Dagg
Road builder with over 30 years of experience. From BC. Been working for Great Northern since 2017.
Guides
Dan Nelson
Dan Nelson - CSGA 3 / CAA 3
Dave Osborne
Dave Osborne - ACMG Ski Guide / CAA 2
Mike Wheater
Mike Wheater - CSGA 2 / CAA 2
Brandon Pollard
Brandon Pollard - CSGA 2 / CAA 1
Nico Pineau
Nico Pineau - ACMG Assistant Ski Guide / CAA 2
Melissa Nelson
Melissa Nelson - CSGA 2 / CAA 2
Bert Middelburg
Bert Middelburg - CSGA 1 / CAA 2
Iain Frazer
Iain Frazer - CSGA 1 / CAA 1
Josh Wilde - CSGA 1 / CAA 2
Josh Wilde - CSGA 1 / CAA 2
Dan Kilburn
Dan Kilburn - CAA 2 - Should be ACMG Assistant Ski Guide pending exam in April
Ali Gourley
Ali Gourley - CAA 1
Shasta Coombes
Shasta Coombes - CAA 2
Carter Fruin
Carter Fruin - CAA 1
Adventure Led by the Best in the Business
Get ready to ski with our ski guides who know ever peak and powder stash. Your epic backcountry experience is just a booking away!