The Next Summit protects the people and peaks you love by educating the public.

We leverage digital media and collaborate with partners to educate the public about leave no trace and mountain safety best practices. Learn more about how we work or start exploring our free resources and webinars below.

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Welcome to The Next Summit Blog! Get started by exploring my recent posts, or try searching for a topic that interests you.

About The Next Summit

My name is Alex. I started The Next Summit in 2019 to provide better resources for those new to the mountains. We leverage digital media strategies and tactics, like blogs, webinars, SEO and social media, to educate the public about leave no trace and mountain safety. We also work with a network of partners to fundraise, conduct research, and work on joint projects for the mountain community. Learn more about our work below.

Explore our Resources

Resource Library >

We’ve published more than 150 different articles, infographics, and how-to guides in The Next Summit Blog. Start exploring or search for a topic you’re interested in learning more about.

Webinar Archive >

We have 7 different on-demand webinars you can watch at any time. Topics include backcountry navigation, climbing a 14er, altitude sickness, avalanche awareness, and more.

Route Guides >

I have route guides for hiking and climbing dozens of peak in Colorado and California. Find the right mountain and route for you and start planning your next adventure with The Next Summit.

What My Readers Think...

This is a great blog for people looking to get started in mountaineering, hone their skills, or look for new ways to enjoy the great outdoors. It has lots of great resources to look through and plenty of things I never even thought to consider when planning my trips. If you're into the outdoors, definitely check this out!

"I really appreciate that this blog is focused on inspiration and advice. Even for people who are experienced, Alex's approach is a welcome perspective on mountaineering, without all the self glorifying lists of accomplishments. Highly recommend his resources."

"This blog has provided me with invaluable advice on how to improve my mountaineering game. It contains useful information for mountaineers of all ages, skill, and interest levels. When I need advice on all things outdoorsy and adventure, I go read The Next Summit! 5/5!"

"Stumbled upon Alex's blog while prepping for a 14er and now it's my new go-to for all things hiking in Colorado. The information provided is incredibly detailed and helpful and laid out in an easy-to-read format. I even reached out to Alex via his email with additional questions and he responded within a few hours. Look no further for a guide to your next hike!"