National Geographic Maps: PDF Quads A quick and easy way to print 7.5 minute topo maps on any letter-sized printer.

Backpacker Magazine  A lot of useful information on gear, techniques and destinations.

Backpacking Light  A lot of useful information on lightweight gear and techniques. Though there is a lot of information available for free, membership is required to access the entire site.

REI  A major outdoor gear retailer and, as a WTC student, you get a discount at the southern CA stores while taking the class.



Nomad Ventures  A Southern California outdoor retailer that has a store in Joshua Tree. Another WTC sponsor who gives you a discount while you're taking the class.

California Climbing School, based in Joshua Tree, offers WTC students and staff 10% off their first class or guided climb. CCS provides year-round guided adventures in Joshua Tree National Park, Tahquitz and the High Sierra.



Vertical Adventures  A Joshua Tree-based guide service that gives WTC students a discount on introductory rock climbing classes.



Sierra Mountaineering International  A Bishop-based guide service that gives WTC students a discount on certain more advanced classes.