The Seven Principles of Leave No Trace
Whether you're stepping onto a trail for the first time or preparing for a high-altitude expedition, the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace are the foundation of responsible outdoor travel.
History & Culture
7 posts — Explore the rich history of mountaineering through our blog posts. Learn about pioneering climbs, legendary mountaineers, and the evolution of techniques, gear, and ethics. Discover how the sport has grown from early expeditions to modern-day challenges, shaping the culture and community of climbers worldwide. Gain insight into historical achievements that continue to inspire today’s adventurers.
Guides on Ice: Inside The AMGA Ice Instructor Course
RMI Guide Sam Hoffman reflects on a five-day immersion into the craft of teaching, guiding, and moving efficiently through technical ice and mixed terrain.
Learning Together: Taking the AMGA Rock Guide Course with RMI Teammates
RMI Guide Layne Peters recently took the AMGA Rock Guide Course along with fellow RMI Guides. Here's what they have to say about their experience!
Creating a Margin of Safety in Mountaineering: Why It Matters
In climbing, the margin of safety is the buffer between risk and return. Learn what it means, how to build it on the mountain, and how RMI guides set the standard for risk management.
New World Record: Brent Okita Celebrates 600 Summits and Still Climbing
RMI guide Brent Okita becomes the first person to summit Mount Rainier 600 times. With nearly four decades of guiding experience, Okita’s record reflects a lifetime of leadership, resilience, and dedication to mountaineering.
Leave No Trace: RMI’s Sustainable Climbing Legacy
Learn how RMI Expeditions practices sustainability in mountaineering through Leave No Trace principles and environmental stewardship. Learn more.
Women of RMI: Celebrating Mountaineering Legacy
Meet the women who’ve shaped RMI’s legacy in the mountains and inspired generations of climbers around the world. Discover more now.