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…just staying found. They have a deep well of tools and techniques that they can draw upon to manage navigation, route-finding, and time management. This is a great course add-on…
…Disappointment Peak Cleaver, the same route first climbed by a U.S. Geological Survey team in 1897. Beyond the summit, participants gain real-world experience navigating glaciers, managing rope systems, and practicing…
The American Alpine Institute’s Leaders of Tomorrow (LOT) program is the only comprehensive youth climbing and mountaineering program of its kind in North America. Designed for motivated teens and young…
…challenge and education while building confidence and independence in the outdoors. Students learn essential outdoor climbing skills, including belaying, rappelling, anchor building, knots, route-finding, and risk management. The camp also…
The American Alpine Institute offers a wide array of events throughout the year. These include actual events, seminars, educational programming, volunteer opportunities, adopt-a-crag events, films, speakers, art and photography displays….
…terrain while developing your skills. When you’re ready to take things further, you can continue with our progressive rock climbing courses to prepare for bigger routes and more complex objectives….
AAI is proud to offer a variety of women’s climbing and mountaineering programs, including women’s rock climbing clinics, mountaineering courses, and guided summit climbs. All-women courses offer a powerful opportunity for…
…Backcountry Navigation Essentials course covers these in depth, including: Pre-Trip Planning Analog Map and Compass Techniques Digital GPS Techniques Terrain Association White-Out and Green-Out (thick brush) Navigation Route-Finding Techniques …
…world’s sixth highest peak but has the highest success rate of all the 8000 meter peaks because of the quality of its route, the good conditions typically found there, and…
The Mount Baker backcountry is world-renowned for the variety of terrain and the utterly stunning beauty. Snowshoeing is the perfect way for beginner-level winter wilderness travelers to access some of…
…follow the iconic Coleman-Deming Route. It is one of Mt. Baker’s most scenic and popular lines. This route offers panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, the San Juan Islands, and…
…Students will learn gear use, track setting, route finding, and efficient group travel. With a mix of front-country and backcountry overnight days, students then progress to winter camping, ice axe…
...for Building Experience and Confidence The climbs at this level are not technical, and they only require previous backpacking experience… Read More
...climbers of all levels, from first-time glacier travelers to seasoned mountaineers. Its popularity stems from a combination of accessible glacier… Read More
...Mt. Baker and rock climbing course at Washington Pass in May, 2) a climb of Mt. Rainier at the beginning… Read More
Fifty Classic Climbs of North America – with American Alpine Institute What makes something a “classic”? Who gets to say,… Read More
...more information on climbing this amazing route! Guide Coley Gentzel’s North Ridge Story Former AAI Program Coordinator and Guide… Read More
...very specific piece of gear designed. For most applications (approach, ice climbing, rock climbing, etc.) you will likely have a… Read More
...on Community Pillar. The last difficult pitch of the climb was completely enclosed deep inside Magic Mountain. And at the… Read More
Former AAI Instructor and Guide Waddington! – Just the name quickens the heartbeat of any alpinist who has happened… Read More
...guarantee your climbing will be fast and effective. Don’t forget to have fun in the process! Click the link to… Read More
...routes and alpine ice climbing, its diverse terrain offers challenges and thrills for every level of mountaineer. Sulphide Glacier Grade… Read More
