Gunnison Area Rock Climbing
August 15th - 21st 2008; Price: $499
Take part in one of the most popular sports at Western State College - rock climbing. This course caters to the beginner and intermediate climber alike. Your trained instructors will work you through the basics of climbing equipment and technique to help you develop your skills. Experience first-hand the most beautiful places in the Gunnison Valley while having fun...and building new friendships!
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Gear List
| Item | Quantity | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Base Layers | ||
| Underwear | 3 pairs | Synthetic materials suggested |
| Liner Socks | 3 pairs | Wool/ silk/ polypropylene etc. (no cotton) |
| Outer Sock | 3 pairs | Heavy wool or polypropylene (no cotton) |
| Long Underwear | 1 top 1 bottom | Light or medium weight synthetic |
| Shorts | 1 pair | Synthetic quick-drying material preferred |
| Swimsuit | 1 suit | May use quick-drying shorts and “jog bra” |
| T-shirt | 2 each | Cotton OK |
| Outer Layers | ||
| Rain Jacket | 1 each | Must be waterproof. Gore-Tex or similar OK |
| Rain/wind Pants | 1 pair | Heavy weight nylon |
| Long Pants | 1 each | Pile/ wool/ fleece material only (no cotton) |
| Jacket | 1 each | 200 or 300 weight pile/ wool/ fleece |
| Warm Ski Hat | 1 each | Pile/Wool |
| Sun Hat | 1 each | Baseball cap, visor or full brim OK |
| Bandanas | 2 each | Standard style. For head gear or wash cloth |
| Gloves | 1 pair | Wool/ pile/ fleece |
| Footwear | ||
| Sneakers | 1 pair | Short hike/ camp shoes. NO SANDELS |
| Outdoor Gear | ||
| Sleeping bag and pad | 1 each | Synthetic bag rated to 20 F. Pad can be 3/4 length |
| Backpack | 1 each | 1000-2000 cubic inch capacity for day hikes |
| Duffle bag | 1 each | Large enough to fit all personal items |
| Personal | ||
| Cup, Bowl and Spoon | 1 each | Plastic travel style used for all meals |
| Toiletries | 1 each | Basics only. Toothbrush, toothpaste, feminine hygiene. |
| Sunscreen & lip balm | 1 each | 15 SPF minimum |
| Water Bottles | 2 each | 1 liter “Nalgene” or similar durable plastic |
| Headlamp | 1 each | Any style OK |
| Pocket knife | 1 each | Small “Swiss Army” or “Leatherman” styles OK |
| Prescription Meds | 2 each | Bring extra medication if it gets wet or lost |
| Optional | ||
| Climbing equipment | 1 each | Harness, rock shoes, helmet, belay device and 2 locking carabiners |