"Jammed with photos and maps, the annual American Alpine Journal (AAJ) is the world's most comprehensive and respected source of information about major new climbs and expeditions. * Beyond blogs, Facebook posts, and video clips, the AAJ offers in-depth reports on major climbs, written by the climbers. * ""Recon"" section covers the history, recent climbing activity, and new-route potential of a worthy area. * 2016 edition is dedicated to Fred Beckey, with a unique look back at his amazing career."