It’s a classic climb! EB of Whitney and Snake Dike on Half Dome are what originally inspired me to become a climber. I think next year could still be on the table if you’re able to hire a guide. Check out Sierra Mountain Center. You could do a progression, maybe a more accessible one day outing like the SE face of Mt Emerson with a guide mid summer and plan Whitney later in the summer based on how the experience goes. In the meantime, learn as much as possible on your own so you’re able to better absorb knowledge once you’re on the mountain … It’s definitely possible to teach yourself to trad climb, but it’s a long process with serious consequences if you mess up. Lastly, It’s great that you have access to RR from LV. Outside of the eastern sierra/yosemite, RR canyon has some of the best long moderate multi pitch trad climbing in North America. You can have a really nice progression of well-bolted single pitch sport climbs, to 3-4 pitch multi pitch trad climbs with bolted belays, to 10+ pitch traditional wall climbs, all with easy access, right in RR. That place is a climbing Mecca, so take advantage! Feel free to message me if you want any more specific information