jackcrab

hi, i've never climbed a mountain before and was hoping to climb mt st helens in the upcoming weeks. how basic of a climb is it? i'll bring the ten essentials regardless-- but i was told there are pillars or something you can just follow to the top. yes, i'll bring a compass and map just in case-- but is it pretty much a straight shot right to the top? pretty straight forward trail? i am in really good physical condition so that is not an issue. thanks a lot for the help and imput. im not from around here and dont know much about climbing. jack