Knowing how to climb a mountain is not just about the physical and mental aspects.
Many mountains are located in remote areas of the world and your climbing can have an impact on the local environment.
It is a privilege to be able to climb virgin mountains and most mountaineers are very concerned with keeping the mountains in their original state, as well as not abusing local amenities or ignoring local cultures.
Learn the set of principles of Don't Leave a Trace.
Step softly, be a defender of the wilderness and get all the necessary permits.
Read the Alpinism Code. This code was developed for security purposes and is an essential reading for beginners.
Never climb the mountain by yourself, at least climb with friends who have already climbed the mountains.
Get training. If you intend to do your first climb on a beginner course, the course will serve as your initial training.
On the other hand, if you're thinking of going up with a partner, it may be necessary to complete basic training before you leave unless you're willing to "learn as you go" with your guide.
A mountain club may offer specialized courses in such skills as (and you need to know them all):
Ice climbing, reducing ice steps, with the ice axe.
Self-stop techniques.
Smooth step (a descent technique) where you slide, with your ice axe to check your speed.
Techniques for crossing cracks and rescuing cracks, and crossing snow bridges.
Use your crampons, including putting them on, walking with them, and specific techniques, etc.
Glacier walking.
Various climbing techniques and skills, such as route finding, map reading, use of pythons, wedges and bolts, knotting, handling and rope use. (insurance, etc.)
