PIO ALPINE ADVENTURE

(when staying at the Pioneer Yurt only)

Equipment list:

Night time temperatures can plummet to near freezing during the summer months, so it is best to be prepared for possible cold nights and mornings. There is a wood stove to keep the yurt warm at night, but it is necessary to bring warm clothing for windy/cold days in upper elevations.

Our trained and experienced guides will be carrying a first aid kit, navigation equipment, inReach satellite device, repair kit, water purification kit and survival supplies. We will also provide all food and drinks for the duration of the trip.

 

Sun Valley Guides provide:

  • Harness

  • Helmet

  • Climbing shoes

  • Belay device

  • Ropes, carabiners, anchors, etc.

  • Food

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

 

Pioneer Yurt Provides:

  • Sleeping pad

  • Full Kitchen with cooking and eating utensils

  • Toilet/paper towels, cleaning products

  • Magazines, books, paper, pens, games, playing cards

  • Water purification

  • Solar power via USB connectors

  • Wood stove and firewood supplied

  • Sauna

  • Campfire ring

 

What you need:

  • 1-2 liters of water (hydration bladders work well)

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

  • Rain jacket

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

  • Shorts - optional (if weather is forecast to be warm)

  • T-shirt is acceptable in warmer weather, but sun a hoodie is recommended

  • Insulated jacket or puffy coat

  • Lightweight gloves

  • Beanie or lightweight wool hat

  • Sneakers or light duty hiking boots (no sandals/flip flops)

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

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

  • Sleeping bag (rated to at least 40℉)

  • Camping style pillow (not recommended - puffy jackets in a stuff sack work well!)

  • Toiletry kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, feminmine hygiene products,  etc.)

  • Warm hut booties or comfy shoes for around the yurt

  • Headlamp with spare batteries

  • Charging cords

 

Rentals (backpacks, sleeping bags, etc.):

Backwoods Mountain Sports

711 N Main St, Ketchum, ID 83340

Elephant’s Perch

280 N East Ave, Ketchum, ID 83340