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Alpine Climbing & Mountaineering

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This is mountain climbing in its most classic form – over rock, snow, alpine ice, and glaciers, in pursuit of major summits.
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Rock Climbing

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Once mere skill-practice for mountaineers, rock climbing is now a highly developed sport, with numerous sub-disciplines such as trad, sport, and aid.
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Ice Climbing

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One of the most fundamental skills of mountaineering, ice climbing comprises skills for tackling both waterfall ice and alpine ice/glacier ice.
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High Altitude Climbing & Seven Summits

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Climbing the highest mountains in the world is a special discipline of mountaineering, with unique challenges and rewards.
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Backcountry Skiing & Boarding

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Guided skiing in world-famous backcountry, and skills instruction for skiers, split-boarders, and ski mountaineers
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Avalanche Training

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Avalanche safety training is a must for anyone who ventures into the backcountry in winter, and we offer the gold standard in avalanche education.
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Hiking And Backpacking

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Living and moving in the mountains is a reward in itself, and provides the fundamental skills that underlie all mountaineering.
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Wilderness Skills

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Those who venture into the wilderness must draw from a deep skill base, including navigation, outdoor cooking, water purification, and countless others.
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Outdoor Educator & Guide Training

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Technical and non-technical leadership courses from the AMGA's longest-accredited guide service
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Technical Rescue & Medical

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Industry standard technical rescue and wilderness medicine instruction

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Instructional Courses

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Intensive mountain skills instruction and summit climbs
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Group Summit Climbs

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Introductory summit climbs with some skills instruction
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Expeditions

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Longer trips in remote locations to ascend major peaks, including the Seven Summits
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Private & Custom Trips

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Custom adventures for individuals or groups – with the best-trained guides in the industry
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Treks, Tours, & Backpacking

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Full-service, non-technical adventures for all outdoor enthusiasts
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Government, Military, & Veterans

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Training for government personnel and vocational programs for veterans using VA benefits
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Youth Climbing Programs

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Our youth programs inspire young adventurers to explore the outdoors, build confidence, and develop climbing and leadership skills in a fun and supportive environment.
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Mountain Center

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Short classroom and outdoor courses, films, lectures, and other low-cost programming for the local outdoor community

Articles

Feeling Nervous About an AAI Course? You’re Not Alone—and You’re Probably Ready

American Alpine Institute

...learners, not superheroes. While some programs require prior experience, many AAI courses are built specifically for people who are: New… Read More

The Evolution of guide Training at the American Alpine Institute

American Alpine Institute

American Alpine Institute Guide Training The American Alpine Institute (AAI) is widely regarded as one of the premier mountain schools… Read More

More Than Summits: The Mission and Vision of the American Alpine Institute

American Alpine Institute

...Inspiring natural preservation means encouraging every participant to become a steward of those places through responsible recreation, environmental awareness, and… Read More

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Crevasse Rescue – Introduction

American Alpine Institute

...needs to happen quickly, even if the climber is uninjured. Crevasse rescue is a mandatory skill for mountaineers, followers and… Read More

Expert Tips

Backcountry Meal Planning Guide

American Alpine Institute

Lightweight, calorie-dense, and practical strategies for fueling in the mountains Mountaineering demands a lot from your body. Cold, altitude, heavy… Read More

Blog Posts

Climbing Ethics, Mountain Culture

Noise Pollution: In Defense of the Dub-Box

American Alpine Institute
January 30, 2015
Land Management Advocacy, Mountain Culture, Climbing Ethics

Access Fund – The Pact

American Alpine Institute
November 14, 2014
Climbing Ethics

Glacier Travel Etiquette

American Alpine Institute
September 4, 2012
Climbing Ethics, Rock Climbing

Retro-Bolting Routes that are Dangerous

American Alpine Institute
November 12, 2025
Conditions and News, Climbing Ethics, Rock Climbing

Alex Honnold and Taipei 101

American Alpine Institute
January 27, 2026
Climbing Ethics, Leave No Trace

Campfires Require Responsibility

American Alpine Institute
February 3, 2026
Women in the Mountains, Mountain Culture, Climbing Ethics

The Dark Evolution of the “Alpine Divorce”: From Gothic Thrillers to Trailhead Betrayals

American Alpine Institute
March 23, 2026
Conditions and News

Climbing and Outdoor News from Here and Abroad – 6/20/24

American Alpine Institute
June 20, 2024
Conditions and News

Climbing and Outdoor News from Here and Abroad – 2/22/24

American Alpine Institute
February 22, 2024
Conditions and News

Climbing and Outdoor News from Here and Abroad – 7/28/22

American Alpine Institute
July 28, 2022
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