ACMG Certified Mountain Guide and Wilderness Safety Instructor based in Canmore, Alberta. With over 18 years of experience leading expeditions in the Canadian Rockies and the backcountry, he specializes in high-altitude safety, wildlife conflict prevention, and Leave No Trace principles.
Liam MacAllister is a veteran of the Canadian wilderness, holding a full certification from the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) and advanced Wilderness First Responder qualifications. Having spent nearly two decades navigating the rugged terrain between Banff and Jasper, as well as remote sectors of British Columbia, Liam provides authoritative advice on managing physical risks in extreme environments. His expertise covers technical gear selection for variable climates, avalanche awareness, and defensive protocols for bear and cougar encounters. He writes to bridge the gap between enthusiastic tourists and the harsh realities of mountain ecosystems, ensuring visitors are prepared for everything from sudden snow squalls to navigating off-grid trails. Liam is a frequent contributor to outdoor safety journals and consults for Parks Canada on visitor safety education.