New River Mountain Guides Earns AMGA Accreditation

The AMGA is the leader in education, standards, and advocacy for professional guides and climbing instructors.

Jumping for Joy!

We’re thrilled to announce that New River Mountain Guides is now officially an AMGA-accredited guide service!

This prestigious recognition from the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) reflects our long-standing commitment to professionalism, risk management, and exceptional climbing instruction. AMGA accreditation is awarded only to guide services that meet the highest industry standards in safety, staff training, business practices, and operational excellence.

As one of only a select number of AMGA-accredited programs in the country, we’re proud to continue raising the bar for guided climbing in the New River Gorge and beyond. Whether you're a brand new climber or working toward your next big objective, you can trust that our certified guides are held to the same standards used by the top guiding services nationwide.

From our first pitch to this milestone moment, our mission has always been the same: Deliver high-quality, safe, and empowering climbing experiences for everyone who ties in with us. This accreditation reinforces that mission—and we’re just getting started.

Stay tuned for updates on expanded programs, specialty clinics, and ways we’re investing in the future of guiding in Appalachia.

Thank you for climbing with us—and trusting us with your adventures.

— The NRMG Team