San Juan Mountaineering
August 15th - 21st 2008; Price: $499
The San Juan Mountains, south of Gunnison, are a unique range of the Rockies famed for their remoteness and vastness. This 7-day trip will be the perfect introduction to mountaineering, including: trip planning, rock climbing, navigation, backpacking and mountain climbing. This fast-paced, yet rewarding, course requires carrying a large backpack at high altitudes (10,000 feet plus). Expect to be physically challenged, learn new skills, and build an effective team.
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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 |
| 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 | ||
| Boots | 1 pair | Broken-in, waterproof, leather hiking boots |
| Sneakers | 1 pair | Short hike/ camp shoes. NO SANDELS |
| Outdoor Gear | ||
| Sleeping bag and pad | 1 each | Synthetic bag rated to 10 F. Pad can be ¾ length |
| Backpack | 1 each | Internal frame pack min. 4500 cubic inches |
| 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 |