The first weekend is in the books. Next one is coming
Independent Alpine Crew
Who We Are
Independent Alpine didn’t start in a boardroom or from a business plan—it began through countless outdoor experiences. Long ski seasons, river days, road trips, campfires, and the kind of adventure connections that naturally form when people share real experiences together.
We’re just two guys who genuinely believe that the outdoors brings out the best in people. Independent Alpine was built on the idea that experiences matter, good people matter, and sometimes all it takes is getting outside with the right people to find your independence.
Conor Doherty
For most of my life, the outdoors has been where I’ve felt most at home. From my years spent on ski patrol to over a decade guiding on the river, I’ve witnessed how powerful connections can be through shared outdoor experiences. Some of the strongest friendships, best conversations, and most meaningful moments in my life occurred between a mountain, a river, or a campfire during community trips. My goal is to create the kind of experiences I’ve always cherished—simple, meaningful, and centered around good people, good conversations, and time spent outside.
Ian McKendry
Ian McKendry is a 27-year-old from Western Maine who has spent much of his childhood and adult life in the woods. As a Registered Maine Hunting Guide and a Ski Patroller, he spends his workday outside, embracing the elements. With Independent Alpine, he hopes to foster adventure connections and introduce the outdoors to a new group of people, creating a community around group trips and enriching outdoor experiences.