Training circular 3-97.61 details techniques Soldiers and leaders must know to cope with mountainous terrain. These techniques are the foundation upon which the mountaineer must build. This TC also discusses basic and advanced techniques to include acclimatization, illness and injury, equipment, anchors, evacuation, movement on glaciers, and training.

History

• 2012-07-26: This publication supersedes FM 3-97.61, 26 August 2002.