Australian School of Mountaineering

26/08/2026

The Women’s Adventure Film Tour 2026, presented by Mountain Designs, celebrates inspiring women and extraordinary adventures from around the world.

This year features Limitless Above the Clouds, following Australian mountaineer Allie Pepper as she pursues her goal of climbing all 14 of the world’s 8,000m peaks without supplemental oxygen.

Get your tickets now and be inspired to embrace your own adventure.

Next Screening Wednesday 2nd September at Ritz Cinemas, Randwick, NSW

Or find a location near you at:
Womensadventurefilmtour.com

24/08/2026

If you’re in Sydney next week, join the crew from Aus School of Mountaineering for the official launch of ROCKCLIMBING: The Australian Climbing Handbook.

6.30pm Tuesday 1 September at Climb Fit Kirrawee
6.30pm Friday 4 September at Climb Fit Macquarie

We’ll be joined by our friends at Climbing Anchors and Mountain Equipment Australia to celebrate this milestone for the Australian climbing community.

Come along, have a climb, share a drink and grab a copy of the book on your way home.

More information:
https://www.climbfit.com.au/events/book_launch_rockclimbing_the_australian_climbing_handbook/

23/08/2026

Got a climber dad?

Father’s Day is just 2 weeks away, and what better gift for Dad this year than the brand-new ROCKCLIMBING: The Australian Climbing Handbook?

Packed with hundreds of detailed photographs, illustrations and practical advice, it’s the ultimate guide to climbing in Australia, whether Dad is just getting started or has been climbing for decades.

Give Dad something he’ll actually use!

Get your copy from Woodslane Publishing!

20/08/2026

Want a sneak peek into The Australian Climbing Handbook?

With hundreds of detailed photographs and illustrations, this is more than just a book. It’s an essential resource for climbers, packed with practical knowledge, techniques and insights.

Here’s a little look behind the cover and inside the pages.

Coming soon.

18/08/2026

Such a cool way to launch our book!
Thanks Vertical Life Magazine for running a behind-the-scenes feature on the book and for putting our cover on your cover!

ROCKCLIMBING: The Australian Climbing Handbook available from September 1st! Preorders now available!

14/08/2026

10/08/2026

The team at ASM are excited to announce ROCKCLIMBING: The Australian Climbing Handbook.

Packed with hundreds of photographs, technical illustrations and practical examples, the handbook covers:

• Planning and risk management
• Environmental and cultural awareness
• Movement skills
• Climbing equipment and care
• Knots, bends and hitches

Designed for beginner and intermediate outdoor climbers, indoor climbers making the transition outside, and experienced climbers looking to refine their knowledge.

Available September 1st 2026!

https://www.woodslanepress.com.au/products/9781922800923?_pos=2&_sid=a9b272b84&_ss=r

03/07/2026

We’ve just added new dates for our Wilderness Navigation courses.

A two day wilderness course that teaches participants essential outdoor skills – the ability to travel through the bush, the hills and mountains using a map, compass and navigation skills.

More information at climbingadventures.com.au