Snow climbs

Equipment List

Guides will be carrying a first aid kit, navigation equipment, inReach satellite device, repair kit, and survival supplies.

Sun Valley Guides ProVIDE:

  • Harness

  • Helmet

  • Climbing shoes

  • Belay device

  • Ropes, carabiners, anchors, etc.

*if you bring your own climbing equipment, it must be in good working condition and purchased new within the last 7 years

 

What you need:

  •  Food for a long day, energetic snacks

  • 1-2 liters of water 

  • Warm layer such as fleece jacket, sweater, soft shell jacket

  • Rain jacket

  • Insulated jacket  or puffy coat

  • Lightweight pants (no cotton such as jeans or sweatpants)

  •  Sun hoodie or base layer is recommended

  • Midweight gloves

  • Beanie or lightweight wool hat

  • Mountain boots (such as Scarpa Charmoz, must be compatible with crampons)

  • Crampons

  • Ice Axe

  • Sun glasses, sunscreen, lip balm, and a hat 

  • Day pack (~45 liters) that is big enough to carry all the above items