Investing in gear and clothing for this course an be a rather expensive one if you are just starting out.  Fortunately, there are several stores, local and Internet based, that recognize your Mountaineers membership and have extended certain discounts.  

Not all gear has to be newly purchased either.  Gear that is not considered as a safety related item can be found on numerous second hand sources.  The Mountaineers members will frequently post lightly used items on one of two Facebook Groups.  Don't be afraid to post that you are looking for an item either.  Sometimes trip leaders, instructors and others have an unused item  sitting in their closet that could use another owner.

Your discount potential can be increased by volunteering.  Ask your instructors or trip leaders about these opportunities if you're interested.

Retail Stores Offering Mountaineers Member Discounts

[1] 15% off MSRP for most items (cameras, electronics, and some hardgoods may not be eligible for a discount). Larger orders over $500 can be assessed for bigger discount opportunities.

You will need to contact the Backcountry.com team directly to get the discount. To submit a request, sign into your backcountry account and add the items to your cart. Once you are done shopping, email partnerships@backcountry.com (using the same email you have set up for your backcountry.com account so that they can find your cart). They will find your cart, apply a discount to the order, and follow up with you about pricing. Once you confirm the order and pricing, you will pay and release the order for shipment.

Other Retail Stores

Additional discounts available to Mountaineers members can be found HERE.