Stewardship and the American Alpine Institute
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...of outdoor recreation on public lands. Federal agencies—including the U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, and Bureau of Land Management—collaborated… Read More
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Programs
Guided Rock Climbing in Red Rock – Las Vegas, Nevada
As the fall temperatures and wet weather start to overtake the more temperate climbing areas in the U.S., rock climbers begin their annual migration to the Desert Southwest in search…
September - April
Half-day and up
Rigging for Film, Television and Photography
…location. Rigging includes, but is not limited to, mountain safety management, steep-angle rigging, location scouting, and mountain stunt work. A team preps to shoot a Nike commercial on the top…
Year-Round
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Guided Alpine Climbing in New Zealand’s Southern Alps
…April). Our New Zealand ascents are led in conjunction with Adventure Consultants, a New Zealand based guide service and mountaineering school whose internationally certified guides have extensive experience guiding and instructing…
October - February
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Nepal – Khumbu Trek & Island Peak
This climbing and trekking program explores several of the largest mountain valley systems in the Khumbu Himal and includes optional ascents of 20,306-foot Island Peak (Imja Tse). We also visit…
April - May; October - November
24 days
Avalanche Pro 2 Certification Course
…for experienced workers who desire to continue to develop their risk management leadership skills. The course progresses beyond hazard analysis and moves into avalanche forecasting for different avalanche problems, snow…
Winter
1 evening + 6 days
Three Peaks of Nepal Expedition
…Island Peak (6189m). A climber on the summit of Lobuche East – AAI/AC Collection. The Three Peaks of Nepal Expedition is comprised of moderately technical climbing, do-able for anyone in…
November - December
26 days
Little Switzerland/Pika Glacier Expedition
Little Switzerland is the name given to a series of dramatic granite spires jutting up out of the Pika Glacier like broken teeth. Found just 35 miles south of Denali…
April - July
12 Days
The Alps Trilogy – Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, and the Eiger
…Grindelwald, Switzerland. With only two days dedicated to the beautiful journey between alpine villages, you will enjoy nine days of spectacular climbing in three distinct areas of the region that…
June - September
11 days
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Instructional Courses, Private & Custom Trips, Youth Climbing Programs
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Mountain Programs for Youth Organizations
Research shows that adventure education has an incredibly positive impact on children and youth. These types of experiences increase confidence, encourage cooperation, enhance communication skills, build self-reliance, strengthen friendships and…
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Instructional Courses, Private & Custom Trips, Government, Military, & Veterans
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Military and Government Mountain Training
Military, law enforcement and other government agents are often required to work in “high-end” mountain terrain to achieve their tactical objectives. These settings may require technical rock climbing, glacier mountaineering,…
Year-Round
1-24 days
Hokkaido Guided Backcountry Skiing
…understand why people might believe the legend. In the winter, snow sculpts the trees into crystalline goblins that silently stand frozen in the landscape, guarding the moderate mountainsides like sentries….
December - March
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Guided Alpine Climbing in the Swiss Alps
Switzerland is one of those places alpinists dream about–equally because of its place in the history of the sport and the nearly endless climbing possibilities that exist throughout the country….
July - September
4 to 10 days
Program Activities
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.
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.
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.
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.
Backcountry Skiing & Boarding
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Guided skiing in world-famous backcountry, and skills instruction for skiers, split-boarders, and ski mountaineers
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.
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.
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.
Program Types
Expeditions
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Longer trips in remote locations to ascend major peaks, including the Seven Summits
Private & Custom Trips
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Custom adventures for individuals or groups – with the best-trained guides in the industry
Treks, Tours, & Backpacking
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Full-service, non-technical adventures for all outdoor enthusiasts
Government, Military, & Veterans
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Training for government personnel and vocational programs for veterans using VA benefits
Articles
Best Mountaineering and Climbing books
American Alpine Institute
Level Up Your Mountain Skills: The Ultimate Outdoor Reading List Whether you’re dreaming of your first summit or honing advanced… Read More
Footwear for Mountaineering and Climbing
American Alpine Institute
AAI Instructor and Guide Comprehending, let alone attempting to summarize and explain, all of the various approaches to selecting… Read More
American Alpine Institute History
American Alpine Institute
...Alaska Range technical route on Mt. Hunter in 1981. AAI and the American Mountain Guides Association AAI has also played… Read More
Father and Son in the Alps: Climbing the Alps Trilogy
American Alpine Institute
...Mt. Baker and rock climbing course at Washington Pass in May, 2) a climb of Mt. Rainier at the beginning… Read More
Belay Station Management and Efficient Transitions
American Alpine Institute
Question: From the December 2005 edition of AAI’s E-newsletter My partner and I seem to waste a lot of time… Read More
LGBTQ Travel to American Alpine Institute Program areas
American Alpine Institute
...identify affirming neighborhoods and businesses before you go. Most trips unfold without incident, but smart planning creates freedom. When you… Read More
Building Your Wilderness First Aid Kit
American Alpine Institute
...or compartment substitutes. Clearly label each compartment or pack: In many expeditions each expedition member carries their own personal care… Read More
50 Classic Climbs
American Alpine Institute
...routes and areas are available to AAI through our existing permits with land managers. Routes that were in the original… Read More
Rock Climbing Grade Comparison Chart
American Alpine Institute
In the United States, we use the Yosemite Decimal System. This is a rating system used primarily in North America… Read More
