Our Team
Hometown: Golden, BC
Meet Dale, our Operations Manager at Silvertip!
According to Dale heli-skiing is not a holiday, so best not skip leg day before your tour!
When he’s not maximizing skier vertical in the winter, you can find Dale operating heavy equipment as the owner and manager of Spider Excavators.
Hometown: Jasper, AB
Meet Andy, one of our Ski Guides here at Silvertip. Andy’s passion for skiing began when he was just 3 years old when his parents put him on skis for the first time. With 19 years of ski industry experience, 4 being with us here at Silvertip, Andy’s role here is to ensure you have the best experience on the mountain while keeping safety as the number one priority. In the off season you can find Andy mountain biking, rafting, kayaking or climbing trees as Andy also runs an arborist company in the off season.
Hometown:
Squamish, BC
Meet Michael, one of our Ski Guides here at Silvertip. He has 25 years of working experience in the ski industry in various roles from Ski Instructor, Ski Patrol, Ski School Supervisor, Avalanche Research Technician and finally Ski Guide. When he’s not spending time in the mountains, he works for a geotechnical & geohazards engineering company, as Geological/Geotechnical Engineer, P.Eng.
Hometown: Golden, BC
Meet Deanna, one of our Apprentice Ski Guides at Silvertip. Off the slopes, you can find Deanna shredding on her mountain bike, and working as a teacher in Golden.
Hometown:
Edmonton AB
Meet Austin, one of our Tail Guides at Silvertip. Austin is based in the Canadian Rockies. In his summers he works as an ACMG Rock Guide.
Hometown:
Williams Lake, BC
Meet Carrie, our Booking Manager. Carrie is that friendly voice on the other end of the phone or email, ready to help plan your adventure. She has over 9 years experience in the airline industry, and many years in project management and community development. Her enthusiasm is contagious, and is always delighted to welcome you to the Williams Lake airport upon your arrival.
In her spare time she enjoys interior design, gardening and playing with her two dogs and two rescue cats.
Hometown:
Toronto, ON
Meet Rob. Rob is energetic, passionate, and someone who enjoys living life.
He has worked in many industries- mostly in the areas of tourism, hospitality and meetings & events. He loves to work with others that are passionate about their work and great customer service in general.
Hometown:
Owen Sound, ON
Meet Colin, our Executive Chef here at Silvertip. Colin joined our team 5 years ago and keeps returning year after year or as he likes to say “I live in the bushes at Silvertip and just keep showing up, year after year when the season starts”. With over 20 years of industry experience Colin will be sure to provide you with the true “Heli Belly” experience.
In the off season you can find Colin boating around the Southern Gulf Islands.
Hometown: Kunčice pod Ondřejníkem, Czech Republic
Meet Karolina, our Massage Therapist. Karolina joined Silver Tip Lodge in 2021. She is an integral part of the team and can be seen filling in for many positions around the lodge to ensure the lodge is well running machine.
In her spare time, Karolina enjoying traveling, hiking and spending time in nature both on and off her yoga mat. One of her favorite pass times is stealing her friends dog for walks and cuddles!
Hometown: Falkland, BC
Meet Sherrilee, with over 20 years of experience in the hospitality Sherrilee is our everything girl. From behind the scenes logistics to ensuring everything runs smoothly from the time you arrive to the time you leave. In Sherrilee’s off time she runs a property management company as well as is the General Manager of Historic O’Keefe Ranch. Sherrilee is a busy lady, but come to the lodge and she will be sure greet you with a warm welcoming smile.