Women’s Weekend Climbing Camp in City of Rocks

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We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in City of Rocks, Idaho, please visit the City Of Rocks National Reserve or Visit Idaho website.

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What you get in this adventure:

• An all-women team of AMGA-certified Rock Climbing Guides from The Mountain Guides
• Three full days of rock climbing in City of Rocks
• All technical climbing gear
• Campsite fee
• Group kitchen
• Morning hot water and coffee
• Sun showers

What’s not included:

• Transportation
• Accommodation
• Meals and snacks
• Camping equipment (available to rent)

You need to have a good level of fitness to participate in these three-day camps. For the Basic “City Girls” Weekend Camp, participants should expect approaches of 15-30 minute hike over easy to moderate hiking terrain. For the more advanced climbers attending the Advanced “City Girls” Weekend, this camp is physical and requires fitness and stamina to access the climbs and climb them. The approach to most climbs is approximately an hour on uneven terrain.

These three-day camps are for beginner to intermediate climbers looking to develop existing skills and build community with other like-minded women. Participants will be split into groups depending on experience level.

City of Rocks has plenty of options for beginner climbers. Whether you’ve never climbed before or are transitioning from the gym to outdoor climbing, your guide will customize the day to suit your skill level and objectives. With a guide by your side, you’ll learn something new, stay safe on the rocks, and most importantly, have fun!

For intermediate climbers, City of Rocks has loads of routes to spend the day on. Your guide will discuss your objectives as a group, and in three days, you’ll progress your lead climbing skills with female AMGA-certified guides. Let your guides plan the weekend so you can focus on developing your skills and bond with other female participants while climbing the classic routes or best hidden gems the area has to offer.

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

• Sticky rubber approach shoes, hiking boots or a lightweight mountaineering boot
• Rock shoes for technical rock routes — available for rent
• Socks — 1-2 pair, sized for your boots and blister prevention
• Synthetic/wool long underwear top
• Synthetic T-shirt
• Insulating jacket: lightweight down or synthetic
• Soft shell or a wind jacket
• Rain jacket — waterproof/breathable with hood
• Synthetic/wool long underwear bottom
• Hiking short or pant for approach
• Synthetic climbing pant
• Rain pant
• Backpack — 30-40 L
• Sun hat — baseball of full brimmed
• Water bottle or hydration bladder — 2L
• Food — energy bars, fruit, sandwiches, trail mix
• Sunglasses
• Sun hat or visor
• Sunscreen
• Lip balm
• Insect repellent
• First aid — blister care, analgesic, etc.
• Bandana
• Camera — optional

Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans. The sun can be intense and hydration is vital! Hydrate the night before your adventure.

All technical climbing equipment will be provided by your guiding service. However, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring it. You’ll need:

• Helmet
• Harness with a locking carabiner, belay device and chalk bag
• Ropes
• Climbing hardware (quickdraws, cam devices, stoppers, etc.)

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• These three-day women’s climbing camps are priced as a group with a four-person minimum
• The cost is per person

Open to climbers of all skill levels, participants will be divided into groups of similar experience and skill level to ensure that everyone gets the most out of their experience. Private and custom trips are available. Contact us to make arrangements.

Everybody over the age of 18 is welcome to book these women’s climbing camps.

As the saying goes, “there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad preparation.” You can expect your guides to be fully prepared for anything. Inclement weather can always get in the way of climbing, but your guide will know the best spots to move to if the weather takes a turn.

On the rare occasion of truly bad weather, your guide will present you with suitable alternatives. The most common practice is to move to a nearby location if it exists, or to reschedule your climbing to a more favorable day.

If climbing is not possible on your scheduled day and no options presented are viable, you will be issued a full refund.

We highly recommended that you cover all your bases with both emergency medical and travel insurance. With medical insurance, if you have an accident or medical emergency on or off the mountain, you’ll avoid paying out of pocket for costly expenses. This covers everything from hospital treatments to emergency air transportation and more.

If you need assistance selecting the right insurance for your group, let us know and we will be happy to help!

With 57hours, you benefit from both our own cancellation policy as well as that of the individual guiding service that delivers your adventure. All policies regarding cancellation will be clearly laid out by your guide after booking your adventure, but rest assured that our own cancellation policy will work on top of what is provided by your guide.

For this adventure, 57hours offers a Moderate Cancellation Policy, which states:
If Client cancels the Booking anytime prior to thirty (30) calendar days in advance of the trip contemplated by the booking, Client is entitled to a full refund. For cancellations fourteen (14) to twenty nine (29) calendar days in advance, Client is entitled to a refund in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the total amount paid when Booking. For cancellations zero (0) to thirteen (13) days in advance, the Client is not entitled to any refund.

For more information on terms and conditions, please visit our Terms of Service page.

City of Rocks National Reserve is located in south-central Idaho near the town of Almo. To get to City of Rocks,there are a few options for flying:

• Salt Lake City International Airport is around a 4-hour drive away
• Jackson Hole Airport in Jackson, WY, is around a 4-hour drive away
• Idaho Falls Regional Airport is around 2 hours of driving
• Reno-Tahoe International Airport in Reno, NV, is around an 8-hour drive away

If flying, your best bet is to rent a car. A variety of car rental companies are available at all the airports. An email list of participants will be sent out ahead of time to help you coordinate travel schedules and carpooling options.

Camping:
Please note that the City of Rocks clinic is held in a remote location. Our campsites are #36, 37 & 38. All the campsites in the City of Rocks are dispersed throughout the park. On the first afternoon, you will meet your group at the City of Rocks RV Park, where your adventure begins!