The Gear Library includes equipment for a variety of outdoor activities, with options for youth and adults in different sizes. Inventory changes throughout the year, so the online catalog is the best place to see what is currently available. Depending on availability, gear may include:

• Hiking & camping: Backpacks, camping equipment, sleeping gear, and other essentials for getting out on the trail.
• Biking: Mountain bikes in a range of sizes, along with limited bikepacking equipment.
• Fishing: Equipment for getting started with fishing and exploring the San Luis Valley’s rivers and lakes.
• Watersports: Kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Winter adventures: Snowshoes and other cold-weather gear.

The Gear Library is especially committed to offering inclusive options, including youth and adult sizes, so more people can find equipment that works for them.

The San Luis Valley Generation Wild Gear Library is open to the public. You do not need to be a Generation Wild participant or belong to a particular organization to rent equipment. Gear is available to:

• Individuals and families
• Youth and adults
• Schools and educators
• Nonprofit organizations
• Community groups
• Other organized groups

Whether you’re trying a new outdoor activity, planning a family trip, taking students outside, or organizing a community program, the Gear Library is available to help make outdoor recreation more accessible.

Individuals should select “Community Member” when creating an account in the online rental system. Individual memberships are free. To check out equipment, individual renters must have:

• A credit card on file
• A matching photo ID

Organizations should select “Community Organization” when creating their membership. Once your account is set up, you can select equipment, choose available rental dates, and complete your reservation online.

All Gear Library rentals must be reserved in advance. Drop-in rentals are not currently available. After completing your reservation online, email us at gearlibrary@slvgo.com to schedule a pickup appointment. Because rentals are currently available by appointment only, please make sure your pickup time is confirmed before arriving.

Pickup location:
San Luis Valley Great Outdoors (SLV GO!)
510 San Juan Ave.
Alamosa, CO

Yes. The Gear Library may accept gently used outdoor equipment that is clean, safe, functional, and appropriate for community use. Donations help give quality gear a second life while making outdoor recreation more accessible to others.

Because equipment needs change over time, please contact the Gear Library by emailing gearlibrary@slvgo.com before bringing in a donation to confirm that the item is currently being accepted.

Please note: The Gear Library does not accept used safety equipment, including helmets, harnesses, or similar items.