The Basic Essentials of Mountaineering

by John Moynier, Li Newton (Illustrator)

Mountaineering can be a dangerous and physically demanding sport. With professional guidance and instruction mountaineering will lead you to peaks of panoramic beauty and of personal achievement. Use this book to supplement professional instruction. Read it BEFORE you begin lessons and you will understand your instruction better. Correctly use climbing instruments such as the ice axe and crampons. Use good judgement while performing difficult procedures. Develop leadership qualities. Forecast weather changes. Understand the mountain and its environment. Climb snow and ice with greater agility. Gain more respect for mountain hazards.

72 pages, Paperback

First published April 1, 1991

Reviews

[Stephen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is NOT an alternative to professional classes. That being said, it IS a great way to review your skills, double check your knowledge, and spend an afternoon during the summer when you haven't been out for a while. It is filled with good models including descriptions of a mountain and how the snow might avalanche, etc.

[Andrew Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good simplified guide to mountaineering