Skills

The first video in the Alpine Principles video series is titled "Perfect Preparation." That this first video about making judgements in the mountains is focused on preparation is neither an accident nor a coincidence

There are many reasons why you may need to go "hands free" while belaying. Learn how to do so from AMGA instructor Olivia Race!

Although cleaning top-rope anchors is a fairy straight forward task it still leads to many close calls and accidents every year. In this video, learn the foundational skills to clean top-rope anchors and be lowered off of a single pitch climb.

Learn how to create lap coils when you don't have a ledge to stack the rope.

How do you rack your cordelette? This AMGA video shows one example of how to quickly and effectively rack your anchor material in a tight compact kit.

AMGA guide Jeff Ward explains how to transfer weight to a snow anchor in order to conduct a crevasse rescue

Check out this video for some good tips and tricks on how to organize your rack efficiently and effectively, for maximum send potential

AMGA guide Jeff Ward breaks down roping up for safe glacier traveling

AMGA instructor and guide Olivia Race demonstrates setting up an anchor with a master carabiner.

Learn how to ascend a rope!

Good etiquette to remember so that everyone can enjoy the boulders.

An important rule to follow to protect the rock for everyone, now and in the future.