About

If you’re legs are sore from skiing and your belly’s sore from laughing, you’ve probably spent a day in the mountains with John Mellis.

With over 30 years guiding and managing for both Canadian Mountain Holidays (CMH) and as co-owner/operator of East Kootenay Mountain Guides, Johnny Mellis has spent his career chasing deep powder and leading guests through some of British Columbia’s most spectacular terrain. Now as a lead guide at Gold Rush Heli Skiing, John balances gold-standard safety and expertise with a passion for creating unforgettable mountain adventures.