ACC Adventures

THE ALPINE CLUB OF CANADA ACC GEAR LIST: ROCK CLIMBING CAMPS, CLUBHOUSE BASED

Suggested Clothing

 Approach Shoes  Hiking socks (wool or synthetic): 2-3 pairs  Light merino wool or synthetic t-shirt/shirt (to climb in)  Light quick-dry climbing pants (to climb in)  Long underwear baselayer (tops and bottoms) – merino wool or synthetic  Shorts & cotton shirt (for cragging day)  Lightweight softshell jacket  Warm outer jacket (puffy insulating layer)  Light waterproof shell (top and bottom)  Belay gloves  Toque  Baseball cap for approaching

Climbing Equipment

 Climbing shoes  Helmet  Harness  Chalk bag  Belay device (ATC, ATC Guide, or Reverso/Verso)  Quickdraws (optional)  Locking carabiners x 3  Non-locking carabiners x 2

Gear List: Rock Climbing Camps, Clubhouse Based ACC Adventures

 Personal anchor system (optional)  Double length sling (120cm, Dynex or Nylon)  7mm x5m Prusik cord  6mm x1.5m Prusik cord  Any additional gear you may want to use or learn about

Personal Equipment

 Day pack, 25L-40L (must be able to climb in it, but must hold all your layers, water, and lunch)  Water bottle – minimum 1L  Extra snacks  Camera – optional  Small personal first aid/blister kit  Personal medications and prescriptions  Sunscreen and lip protection, minimum SPF 30  Sunglasses with good UV protection  Toilet paper (a small amount for during the days)  Optional: bring your emergency communication device if you have one (inReach or Spot)

Optional Equipment

 Reference books: o Sports Climbs in the Canadian Rockies o Bow Valley Sport o Canadian Rock: Select Climbs of the West o Mountaineering: Freedom of the Hills

The ACC will supply all group gear including ropes, first aid kit, etc.

Gear List: Rock Climbing Camps, Clubhouse Based