Accidents in North American Mountaineering 2012: Issue 65

Accidents in North American Mountaineering #65

by Jed Williamson (Editor)

Data and case studies on last year’s climbing accidents throughout the U.S and Canada, including narratives and analyses, American Alpine Club, Alpine Club of Canada

* Chronicle of climbing accidents in North America
* Tables that show demographic trends and causes of accidents
* Analyses that provide “lessons learned” without laying blame
* Listing of Mountain Rescue groups


The venerable Alpine Clubs of the U.S. and Canada work together to compile rock and alpine climbing accident descriptions from each year in hope that mountaineers will learn from them and recreate more safely as a result.

The arrival of the annual Accidents in North American Mountaineering in late summer is eagerly awaited by climbers. This annual handbook offers detailed reports on climbing accidents that occurred in the United States and Canada in 2010. Produced jointly by the Safety Committees of the American Alpine Club and the Alpine Club of Canada, Accidents in North American Mountaineering details what happened and analyzes what went wrong in each climbing accident to give mountaineers the opportunity to learn from others' mistakes.

124 pages, Paperback

First published September 15, 2012

Reviews

[Vincent Sargenti · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always keep these on my nightstand for a little light reading before bed. I have been ordering one every year since the early 1990's. Exceptionally valuable information for anyone who ever thought about venturing into the wilderness, let alone becoming a climber.

[Patrick Andersen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Solid as usual. Editing was weaker this issue with a couple of layout gaffes and a few grammar/spelling mistakes. These are churlish complaints in my opinion, the value of the work far outweighs a few slips in presentation.

[Rich Draves · Rating 4 out of 5]

As usual, ANAM is essential reading. This year there is a tutorial section.

[Alpha · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must-read for anyone who climbs.

[Doug Cornelius · Rating 5 out of 5]

Learn from others' mistakes.