Blake Votilla
AMGA Certified Ski Guide
Jackson, WYhave fun with it!
Lead guide at BVSG Ski guides, a boutique guiding service specializing in custom, small-group ski touring, trekking, and biking trips in unique destinations such as Norway, Svalbard, and the European Alps. Bvskiguide.com
Discipline: Ski
Specialty: Backcountry, freeride, ski touring
Guided Svalbard Ski Expedition Grand Teton Descents Developed first of its kind season long youth backcountry ski program in Jackson, WY
Blake Votilla's Expert Gear Recommendations
Ski Touring
- Raider 11 EVO Binding by ATK Bindings — ATK Bindings are best in the market - light, durable, and user friendly.
- Zero G Tour Pro Boot - 2026 - Men's by Tecnica — Always try on boots for size. I love this boot for its lightweight, range of motion, and downhill performance
- Altitude Harness by Petzl — Light, low bulk, and simple to put on.
- XLC 390 Crampon by CAMP USA — Simple, Lightweight, aluminum crampon.
- Petzl Ride Ax by Petzl — Suitable for most ski mountaineering objectives
- Crampons by ATK Bindings — Ski crampons - needed when conditions are firm, especially those spring mornings. Be sure to select the correct width, and brand that works with your bindings and ski.
- Zero G 96 Ski - 2026 by Blizzard — Wonderful, lightweight ski for spring conditions. Wide enough to work in some powder as well.
- Free Pro R2C CF Climbing Skins by Pomoca — The best climbing skin. Light, packable, and good glide. Beginners may enjoy the Pomona yellow skin too for more traction.
- Tracker4 Avalanche Beacon by Backcountry Access — I have been using BCA beacons for 15 years. User friendly and reliable.
- Transfer LT Shovel by Black Diamond — Very light, and durable avalanche shovel.
