Tips for Your First Time Mountaineering (From the People Who Know Best)
Climbing Mount Rainier is a dream for a lot of people. At 14,410 feet, it's one of
Mountaineering Skills
5 posts — Ever wondered how to navigate in a whiteout? Or what to keep in your first aid kit? Or even how to plan an international expedition? The guides at RMI Expeditions have over 55 years of experience in the mountains, and they're here to share their knowledge.
Trekking as Training for Mountaineering: Build Endurance, Altitude Skills, and Confidence
Trekking is more than adventure, it’s powerful training for mountaineering. Discover how long treks build endurance, altitude experience, and expedition skills, plus explore RMI treks from Kilimanjaro to Everest Base Camp, Gokyo, Machu Picchu, and Torres del Paine.
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.
Built to Lead: How RMI Guides Train for Excellence
At RMI Expeditions, guiding is more than a job. It’s a profession built on expert training, mentorship, and continual development. Discover how our guides prepare to lead with skill, safety, and purpose in every step of your climb.
Mountain Efficiency Tips with RMI Guide Billy Haas
Learn mountain movement and efficiency techniques from RMI guide Billy Haas to improve your climbing performance. Train smarter with expert tips.