Equipment List: Overnight Alpine Climbs – Entry-level

Use this equipment list for overnight alpine climbs described as entry-level, except climbs of Mount Hood. It should also be used for the Emmons Glacier on Mount Rainier.

You must have all the items on this list at your climber orientation regardless of season or forecast. Please call us if you have any questions. Your guide will not let you climb if you do not have the appropriate gear. Please arrive at your meet-time and location dressed for the activity. There will be time for questions and adjustments. Please note that we are UNABLE to provide rental equipment for programs outside of Mount Hood. This includes trips in the Three Sisters Wilderness and in Washington State.  Click here for information about rental outfits in the area of your trip.

Clothing

Personal Gear

  • Lunch/Snacks – 1 lb per day of a variety of tasty, high energy foods
  • Water Bottles – Two 1-liter bottles required. No bladders allowed for risk of freezing and/or breaking. (ex: Nalgene)
  • Sunglasses or Glacier Glasses – Should be high-quality, dark, large and fit snugly or have side-shields. (ex: Julbo Mountain Sunglasses)
  • Ski Goggles – Clear or light in color, in case of blowing snow. (ex: Julbo Goggles)
  • Sun Block – SPF 30 or higher
  • Lip Balm – SPF 15 or higher
  • Toilet Paper – Just in case! Blue bags will be available at most trailheads.
  • Headlamp – For alpine starts (ex: Petzl Headlamps)
  • Personal First Aid Kit – Moleskin, ibuprofen, aspirin, antacids, personal prescriptions, band-aids.

Technical Climbing Gear

Please note that we are UNABLE to provide rental equipment for programs outside of Mount Hood. This includes trips in the Three Sisters Wilderness and in Washington State. Click here for information about rental outfits in the area of your trip.

Camping Gear

  • Overnight Pack – 55 liters. For example, Black Diamond Speed or Epic
  • Bowl, Spoon, & Cup
  • Sleeping Pad (ex: Thermarest NeoAir)
  • Sleeping Bag – Rated 0-30 degrees, with compression stuff sack
  • Toiletries – Toothbrush and toothpaste, floss, eyewear, etc.
  • Ear Plugs – If you don’t bring them you can’t complain!
  • 1 Gallon Ziploc bag – 2-3
  • Garbage Bags1-2 compactor bags