Yosemite Student Trips & Training

Guide Training Course - Gear List

  • Sleeping Bag: As you will not be carrying your sleeping bag, any bag that keeps you warm will do. Temperatures rarely drop below freezing.
  • Ground Pad: Inflatable thermarest style are among the best though foam pads will work as well.
  • Tent: A tent should be in working condition. Three season tents are recommended.
  • Backpack: Backpack for multi-day trips. Pack cover optional.
  • Climbing Shoes
  • Climbing Harness
  • Climbing Helmet
  • Backpacking Stove with Pots & Pans
  • Water Filter
  • Backcountry First Aid Kit
  • Shoes: Bring a pair of comfortable walking shoes, or lightweight hiking boots.
  • Pants: Long comfortable cotton pants, or jeans for sitting around the campfire. You'll also want a pair of running tights, sweats, or long johns to climb in if the weather is not warm enough for shorts.
  • Shorts: Comfortable, durable, and non-restrictive best describe the type of shorts you'll want for climbing.
  • Underwear
  • Shirts: Bring a long and short sleeve, one with a collar, and a thermal underwear top.
  • Sweater / Jacket: Fleece, pile, or wool, jackets or pullovers are best. This item should be something to keep you warm at night, and comfortable enough to climb in if it's cool during the days.
  • Rain Coat / Shell: Gore-Tex or a similar fabric. Wind and rain resistant.
  • Baseball Cap: A baseball cap or full brimmed hat is good for sun protection.
  • Wool or Fleece Hat: This is an essential item. It can get cold at night, and a warm hat will be you savior should the weather get cold & windy.
  • Sunglasses: Lenses that have ultra violet protection.
  • Personal Toiletries: Sunscreen, chapstick, lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc.
  • Medications: Bring any special medications you need.
  • Lightweight Gloves: Fleece type gloves are light and useful.
  • Flashlight or Headlamp: Extra batteries.
  • Water Bottle: A bottle should not leak, have a large mouth and hold at least one liter. If you do not own one recycle a plastic Gatorade container.
  • Book / Journal: Not necessary, but you may be able to enjoy some quiet time prior to sleep or during the day.
  • Camera: And film if not digital.
  • Whistle
  • Camp Chair: Optional.
  • Trekking Poles: Optional
  • Gaitors: Optional

The above is by no means a complete or exhaustive list. If you have questions, call SYMG and ask. Remember, SYMG brings all group cooking gear, stoves, water filters, maps, matches, compasses, emergency/first aid gear, and toilet paper.

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