The journal of record for new alpine, mountaineering, and big-wall climbs all over the world - Hundreds of first-person reports and photos - Authoritative route-line diagrams and maps - In-depth stories carefully edited by a team of experts Published annually since 1929, the American Alpine Journal ( AAJ ) is renowned as the world's journal of record for new mountaineering and big-wall routes. All reports are carefully edited by a team of experts, ensuring accuracy and objective reporting.