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A Useful Reminder: Remember, nothing can ruin a day in the outdoors faster than having the wrong clothes for the weather at hand. All our programs – even our basic rock climbing instruction – are subject to rapid and severe changes in the weather. Select garments that are warm, lightweight and durable. Generally speaking, the best arrangement is to think in terms of layers – a system that dries quickly, allow flexibility and resists wind, water and abrasion. If you have doubts about a specific garment’s appropriateness confer with your guide in advance about conditions you are most likely to experience.
Clothing
~ Socks – Cotton is fine.
~ Shorts – Weather and technique permitting. Longer inseam recommended.
~ Shirt – Cotton t-shirt on warm days; Capilene or polypropylene when it’s cooler.
~ Pants – Cotton or nylon sweat-type pants; abrasion and wind resistant.
~ Jacket – Lightweight pile, synthetic or wool.
~ Wind/Rain Coat – Lightweight, breathable. If its raining too hard we wont be climbing.
~ Approach Shoes – low-cut and comfortable with good tread.
~ Baseball/Sun Hat – Something comfortable with a brim. (may be worn under a helmet)
~ Insect repellent – Some times the bugs are bad, most times they aren’t.
~ Sunglasses – Must be durable and 100% UV protective.
~ Sunscreen – With a minimum protection factor of 16 (SPF) minimum.
~ Lip Protection - With a minimum protection factor of 16 (SPF) minimum.
~ Day Pack – Adequate size for all the above plus canteen(s), lunch, etc.
~ Water bottles – Two 1 quart bottles. Camelback type bladders recommended.
~ Climbing Shoes – Smooth soled, fitted, in good repair, sized to be comfortable for all day.
~ Optional – Harness, chalk bag, belaying device, locking carabiners, etc.
We provide
~ Helmets, harnesses, ropes, all technical and group gear
Recommended
~ Camera – in a durable carrying case
~ Lunch – Durable and packed to be eaten outside.
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