The American Alpine Club: Providing knowledge and inspiration, conservation and advocacy, and logistical support to the climbing community.

We protect the places we climb, advocate for American climbers around the world, preserve climbing’s history and chronicle climbing achievement. The AAC’s ongoing commitment to inspiring and supporting climbers dates back to 1902, when the country’s leading climbers and conservationists banded together to form the Club.

Six members of the climbing community weigh in on the value of joining the AAC.

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Mountain Fellowship Deadline Approaching
Want to climb in Alaska? Argentina? Africa? If you’re 25 or younger, the AAC’s Mountain Fellowship grants can help you attempt the climbs of your dreams. Mountain Fellowships are awarded twice each year, and the next deadline is coming up fast: April 1.
Recent Mountain Fellowship winners have climbed new routes in Chile, British Columbia, and [...]
Orizaba Hut Needs Repair Help
The Mexican Federation of Mountain Sports and Climbing (FMDMyE) is working to repair the roof of the Refugio Piedra Grande on Pico de Orizaba, which is North America’s third-highest mountain and a popular training climb for U.S. and Canadian mountaineers. The Piedra Grande hut is located at about 14,000 feet on the 18,490-foot volcano near [...]
Cedar Wright’s Take on Climbing in Arkansas
A couple of days ago, we posted Cedar Wright’s video of his quick trip to the crags in Arkansas. Here’s the story to go with it – a story of great climbing and great community among the members of the Heartland section of the AAC. Enjoy, and thank you, Cedar.
I had the great pleasure last [...]

American Alpine Club Events

2010 Red Rock Rendezvous

When: Mar 19, 2010

Where: Red Rock National Conservation Area, Las Vegas, NV

Red Rock Rendezvous is the country's largest outdoor climbing festival, with clinics for ALL climbers, regardless of skill level. Beginning climbers can join the Friday UClimb event for personalized instruction in small, encouraging groups. There are also several clinics for beginning climbers throughout the weekend. Be sure to check out the gear package option - it's a really affordable way to get into climbing! Intermediate & advanced climbers find plenty of challenging clinics, in topics ranging from ... Read More

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Gala Honors Inductees To Hall Of Mountaineering Excellence

Date: Mar 9, 2010

GOLDEN, CO –On April 10, 2010, the Bradford Washburn American Mountaineering Museum will host the first Hall of Mountaineering Excellence induction ceremony and gala to celebrate the achievements of some of the greatest American mountaineers—on and off the mountains. This year’s inductees include Yvon Chouinard, Robert Craig, Robert Bates, and Dr.Charles Houston, four of the most significant mountaineers of our time. Family and friends will accept the award on behalf of those that have passe —Houston ... Read More