UIAA Alpine Summer

This handbook is intended for hikers, climbers and mountaineers who wish to progress in the practice of their favourite activity by acquiring additional knowledge and skills.

It has been developed specifically as a reference document for trip leaders and instructors of clubs and federations within the International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation.

The handbook ‘s four modules focus primarily on summer activities: basic knowledge, alpine hiking, climbing and alpinism. Its goal is to put forth proven techniques that should be learned and mastered through proper technical training as provided by an instructor.