Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills

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“The definitive guide to mountains and climbing . . .”―Conrad Anker

For nearly 60 years it’s been revered as the “bible” of mountaineering–and now it’s even better than ever

The best-selling instructional text for new and intermediate climbers for more than half a centuryNew edition―fully updated techniques and all-new illustrationsResearched and written by a team of expert climbersMountaineering: The Freedom of the Hillsis the text beloved by generations of new climbers―the standard for climbing education around the world where it has been translated into 12 languages. For the all-new 9th Edition, committees comprosed of active climbers and climbing educators reviewed every chapter of instruction, and discussed updates with staff from the American Alpine Club (AAC), the American Institute for Avalanche Research and Education (AIARE), and the Access Fund. They also worked with professional members of the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA), to review their work and ensure that the updated textbook includes the most current best practices for both alpine and rock climbing instruction.

From gear selection to belay and repel techniques, from glacier travel to rope work, to safety, safety, and more safety―there is no more comprehensive and thoroughly vetted training manual for climbing than the standard set by Mountaineering: The Freedom of the Hills, 9th Edition.

Significant updates to this edition include:
• New alignment with AAC’s nationwide universal belay standard
• Expanded and more detailed avalanche safety info, including how to better understand avalanches, evaluate hazards, travel safely in avy terrain, and locate and rescue a fellow climber in an avalanche
• Newly revamped chapters on clothing and camping
• All-new illustrations reflecting the latest gear and techniques―created by artist John McMullen, former art director of Climbing magazine
• Review of and contributions to multiple sections by AMGA-certified guides
• Fresh approach to the Ten Essentials―now making the iconic list easier to recall

From the Publisher

The World’s Best Selling Text For Climbing And Mountaineering, Since 1960

Part I, Outdoor Fundamentals

Chapter 1: First StepsChapter 2: Clothing and EquipmentChapter 3: Camping, Food, and WaterChapter 4: Physical ConditioningChapter 5: NavigationChapter 6: Wilderness TravelChapter 7: Leave No TraceChapter 8: Access and Stewardship

Part II, Climbing Fundamentals

Chapter 9: Basic Safety SystemChapter 10: BelayingChapter 11: Rappelling

Part III, Rock Climbing

Chapter 12: Alpine Rock ClimbingChapter 13: Rock ProtectionChapter 14: Leading on RockChapter 15: Aid and Big Wall Climbing

“A notorious reference for climbers and outdoor enthusiasts.” — Lynn Hill, elite rock climber

Part IV, Snow, Ice, And Alpine Climbing

Chapter 16: Snow Travel and ClimbingChapter 17: Avalanche SafetyChapter 18: Glacier Travel and Crevasse RescueChapter 19: Alpine Ice ClimbingChapter 20: Waterfall Ice and Mixed ClimbingChapter 21: Expedition Climbing

Part V, Leadership, Safety, And Rescue

Chapter 22: LeadershipChapter 23: SafetyChapter 24: First AidChapter 25: Alpine Rescue

Part VI, The Mountain Environment

Chapter 26: Mountain GeologyChapter 27: The Cycle of SnowChapter 28: Mountain Weather

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Mountaineers Books; 9th edition (October 5, 2017)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 624 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1680510045
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1680510041
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.45 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.2 x 1.5 x 8.9 inches