Trailblazers
Equipment List
What is provided:
● AMGA certified guide
● Guides will be carrying a first aid kit, navigation equipment, inReach satellite device, repair kit, and survival supplies
● Maps, compasses, and a free trial for CalTopo mapping app
● Tents, backpacking stoves, sleeping bags
● Food for the entire week
What you need:
● 1-2 liters of water (hydration bladders work well)
● Rain jacket such as Black Diamond Liquid Point Rain Shell
● Insulated jacket such as Black Diamond Vision Hybrid Puffy
● Warm mid-layer(s) such as Black Diamond Coefficient Quarter Zip Fleece, Black Diamond First Light Stretch Hoody, or Black Diamond Crux Hoody
● Lightweight pants (Cotton, jeans, or sweatpants not recommended)
● Breathable t-shirt for warmer weather and/or a sun hoodie (recommended for cool or cloudy days)
● Lightweight gloves (weather dependent)
● Beanie or lightweight wool hat
● Running shoes or light-duty hiking boots
● 2-3 pairs of wool hiking socks (Smartwool socks)
● 2 pairs of underwear
● Sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, bug spray, and a brimmed hat
● Toiletry kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, personal medication, etc.)
● Camp shoe (lightweight sandals or crocs)
● Day pack (~60 liters) that is big enough to carry all the above items
● Sleeping pad (bring a patch kit if inflatable)
● Sleeping bag (~30*F rated - SVG has some for rent)
● Plastic bowl and spork for eating meals (Tupperware works!)
Rentals (backpacks, sleeping bags, SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT, etc.):
Sturtevants Rental & Cycle Haus (mention you are going out with Sun Valley Guides to receive a discount)
340 N Main St, Ketchum, ID 83340
(208) 726-4501
Rental Link
Backwoods Mountain Sports
711 N Main St, Ketchum, ID 83340
(208) 726-8818
Elephant’s Perch
280 N East Ave, Ketchum, ID 83340
(208) 726-3497