I just finished reading Into Thin Air for school.  After reading the book I decided to do a little research on mountaineering.  From what I have read mountaineering sounds fun and is definately something that Id try and most likely get into and enjoy very much because of my love for the outdoors.  I understand of course the danger that goes along with it and Im prepared to take the chances.  I would just like to get some exposure to it so I can see if I do in fact like it and if I do then take it a step futher and get more serious.  I have already begun doing some basic hiking while carrying a backpack with weights in it but from there Im lost.  If anyone has any suggestions or can help me in any way it would be greatly appreciated.