PIO ALPINE ADVENTURE
when staying at the Pioneer Yurt
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.
What is provided:
● Guides will be carrying a first aid kit, navigation equipment, inReach satellite device, repair kit, water purification kit and survival supplies
● 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 (such as the North Face Dryzzle Futurelight 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 hoodie (such as the North Face Wander Hoodie) is recommended
● Insulated jacket (puffy coat, such as the North Face Thermoball Eco Hoodie)
● 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.)
● Booties (the North Face Traction Booties) or comfy shoes for around the yurt
● Headlamp
● Charging cords
Rentals (backpacks, sleeping bags, etc.):
711 N Main St, Ketchum, ID 83340
280 N East Ave, Ketchum, ID 83340