As an adventure book hound, I have some idea of why men go up mountains, and why other men go to rescue them. It's all part of being male and it always was and always will be. Leave it at that.
Men love sport. This is a sport requiring uncommon dedication and courage.
I guess we could emasculate all men and not have football, rugby, hunting, etc.
But it sure would be dull to be left talking about Miss America who will never have a good husband given her tarty ways.