Weekends and holidays can see lots of climbers on the rocks, so we suggest taking your course on weekdays, if possible. Lunch can be bought daily at Harper's or Yokum's general stores. Mountain storms are common all season, so bring a rain jacket if you want to stay dry. Don't forget your camera , as the scenery from the rocks is magnificent. All technical equipment is furnished by us and is of the highest quality.
Shoes designed for rock climbing are available for use by our students.
The Gendarme Climbing Shop sells a full range of technical gear and shoes. One more thing You will notice that the only programs we offer deal with climbing. Although all of our staff have experience in many outdoor endeavors, our expertise is in climbing and mountaineering. By specializing in our area of outdoor adventure, instead of trying to be multi-disciplinary, we can offer you a safer and more enjoyable climbing experience. If you have questions about other pursuits, instruction or trips, we can steer you in the right direction.