Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center

Idaho State University Outdoor Adventure Center Love to play in the outdoors or need equipment for your next adventure? You’ve come to the right place! isu.edu/outdoor

We are a university based, outdoor education and recreation program which offers common adventure trips, classes & workshops, and outdoor informational services. The Outdoor Adventure Center provides outdoor equipment rentals, information on the equipment, and equipment repairs.

It's Pocatello Pump week and we have a few more sponsors to highlight! Fitz Outfitters take retired climbing ropes and c...
09/07/2026

It's Pocatello Pump week and we have a few more sponsors to highlight!

Fitz Outfitters take retired climbing ropes and creates belts, chalk bags, dog accessories, bracelets, and more! We are excited to have some of their classic belts on the prize table as well as chalk bags and key chains!

is a new brand that creates quality free-dried meals! They are made from scratch, then freeze-dried, packaged, and ready for your adventures! We are excited to have multiple meals on the prize table!

The American Alpine Club is our next sponsor and they have donated a year long Partner Level Membership and a hat for the prize table! The American Alpine Club works to provide climber's with resources on advocacy and information and we are happy to have them back as a sponsor this year.

Backcountry Exposure is back again this year with their hand-crafted, high-quality outdoor gear! They have donated some of their packing cubes and ditty bags for the prize table to help you keep your climbing gear organized!

There are still a few days left to register for the Pocatello Pump at the pre-registration price! Register before Friday at 5pm for the pre-registration price. For more information and to register, go to isu.edu/outdoor.

09/07/2026

The Hagerman Tour was full of laughs, splashes, and good times! The group hiked Box Canyon, paddled to Blue Heart Springs, hung out at camp, and rafted the Snake River. New memories and new friends were made!

Thank you to ASISU - ISU Student Government for providing the funding for students to go on a free trip every semester!

There are a few days before the Pocatello Pump and a few more sponsors to highlight! Upcycled Supply Co takes retired cl...
09/06/2026

There are a few days before the Pocatello Pump and a few more sponsors to highlight!

Upcycled Supply Co takes retired climbing rope and gives them new life! They make key chains, cross body bags, and belts! We have belts and a bag for the prize table!

Sun Bum creates sun screen and other sun protection to help stop the spread of skin cancer. It is made with quality ingredients and will help protect you on your climbing adventures! They have donated hats, caps, and sample products!

Spire Climbing Equipment is a new sponsor this year and they are a small company, owned and operated by climbers! They are known for their carbon fiber stick clip, which we are lucky enough to have on the prize table this year!

8A Climbing is also a new sponsor this year! They create premium climbing apparel that holds up through repeated use and feels good. They have donated a hoodie and tees made of heavyweight bamboo for the prize table!

Thank you for these sponsor for supporting the Pocatello Pump!

There is still time to register for the Poctello Pump at isu.edu/outdoor!

09/05/2026

🎉 There is one week until the 2026 Pocatello Pump! 🎉

We want to thank our incredible sponsors that donated items for the swag bags that each climber receives! There are free samples, stickers, discount codes, and more!

You can still register for the Pocatello Pump at the pre-registration price if you register by Friday 9/11 at 5pm! Register at isu.edu/outdoor!

Thank you .soda.barn .idaho.climbers.coalition .vertical.lab .climbing .usa

The Pocatello Pump is coming up quick and we have more sponsors to highlight! Metolius Climbing builds innovative climbi...
09/04/2026

The Pocatello Pump is coming up quick and we have more sponsors to highlight!

Metolius Climbing builds innovative climbing gear for adventures. They have donated hang boards, belay glasses, and a chalk bag for the Pocatello Pump prize table!

is a new sponsor this year and they make earrings out of upcycled climbing rope! We are excited to have multiple pairs of their earrings on the prize table!

HIMALI creates gear to keep you active in the mountains. They also donate and invest in the Himalayan region to support education and the climbing community! Their will be a hat and shirt of the prize table for them!

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the Pocatello Pump! If you haven't signed up yet, go to isu.edu/outdoor!

Open Climb is making the transition to Sunnyside of Ross Park today! We will be at the Main Wall from 5pm - dark. Get so...
09/03/2026

Open Climb is making the transition to Sunnyside of Ross Park today! We will be at the Main Wall from 5pm - dark. Get some climbs in at Sunnyside before the Pump!

Open Climb is free for students, and a $3 day pass for everyone else. Beginners are welcome and we want to help you learn to climb! We provide the gear and instruction.

Make sure to thank the Open Climb staff who completed a service project yesterday for their Environmental Ethics class! They laid wood chips down at the base of the walls at Sunnyside.

See you at Open Climb!

09/02/2026

ASISU - ISU Student Government and ISU OAC invite all ISU Students, Faculty, and Staff to the Challenge Course on Tuesday, September 8th from 4 - 8pm! Challenge yourself by climbing the challenge course or riding the giant swing and meet your student leadership at this free event!

There will be shuttles available at the Pond Student Union Building parking lot and the Reed Gym parking lot starting at 3:45pm and will continue on an hourly basis.

Drinks will be provided and there will also be yard games! Come hang out with your senators and ASISU - ISU Student Government leadership!

We have a few more Pocatello Pump sponsors to highlight today! Rock Exotica is back again this year with some great priz...
09/01/2026

We have a few more Pocatello Pump sponsors to highlight today!

Rock Exotica is back again this year with some great prizes for the prize table! They are a Utah based company that makes innovative technical equipment. They have donated Totems and carabiners for the prize table!

Alpine Start Foods creates instant coffee that you will actually want to drink! They also create delicious mixes like the Matcha Latte and Pumpkin Spice Latte that they have donated for the prize table!

Sturdy Pine Gear & Repair is based out of Salmon, ID and they create simple, sturdy bags that are great for many different adventures! They have donated one of their totes for the prize table!

Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the Pocatello Pump!

Register for the Pocatello Pump at isu.edu/outdoor!

We are excited to highlight our next two sponsors of the 2026 Pocatello Pump! They are Magic Valley Gear Exchange and .m...
08/31/2026

We are excited to highlight our next two sponsors of the 2026 Pocatello Pump! They are Magic Valley Gear Exchange and .mountain! Not only are they donating prizes for the prize table, but they will be at the Shadyside of Ross Park during the Pump and Magic Valley Gear Exchange is offering a discount on resoles!!

Magic Valley Gear Exchange has quickly become the place to get your shoes resoled and they are local! We are excited to have free vouchers for resoling on the prize table! They are also offering an exclusive event discount on resoles if you drop them off at the Pump!
mountain produces clothing that are made in handcrafted in small batches and are inspired by Turkey's outdoor heritage. Their pants, shirts, jackets, and shorts are all unique and are made to withstand harsh climbing conditions! Turk Mountain will also be at the Pocatello Pump on the Shadyside!

Make sure you stop by our sponsors booths, check out their products and services, and thank them for supporting the Pocatello Pump!

We are less than two week away from the Pocatello Pump and you can still register at the pre-registration price! Go to isu.edu/outdoor to register now!

The t-shirt deadline for the Pocatello Pump is TODAY at 5pm! Our t-shirts were designed by a local artist this year and ...
08/28/2026

The t-shirt deadline for the Pocatello Pump is TODAY at 5pm! Our t-shirts were designed by a local artist this year and you won’t want to miss out on getting one!

We also have over 400 prizes for the prize table! Register at isu.edu/outdoor today!

The Pocatello Pump will be on Saturday, September 12th. There are categories for everyone! From Joshua Tree, where you get to compete on both Sunnyside and Shadyside, to Massacre Rocks, our non-competitive division, we have the category for you. All categories will compete on Saturday and will be followed by an awards ceremony, prize drawings, and raffles on Saturday evening.

We hope to see you at the Pocatello Pump this year and remember to register before today at 5pm!

Address

921 S 8th Avenue, Stop 8128
Pocatello, ID
83201

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(208) 282-3912

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