Rentals

Note: Only Eastman employees and retirees can rent equipment.

Table of contents:
Renting Guidelines and Details
Renting Rates
Tents and Tarps
Backpacks
Pack Covers
Sleeping Pads and Mats
Hiking Accessories
Canoe Items

Rental Guidelines and Details

The TEHCC has successfully provided rental equipment to its members for many years. TEHCC encourages its members to make use of the available equipment by keeping rental rates very reasonable and periodically updating the equipment selection. Information on the rules that govern the TEHCC Rental Policy as well as a description of the available equipment are given below. If you need further information, contact Eastman Recreation (423-229-3771) or rental@tehcc.org.

I. General Rules and Instructions

1. Tents

Keep in mind that our tents were purchased for lightweight travel and backcountry use. They are the same quality tents that you and I would purchase at a backpacking store and, although they are tough, most are not the heavy duty styles that many commercial renters use. Help us keep them in good shape for the next renter by not abusing them. For example, use a ground cloth under the tent on rough or rocky ground. Be certain that the equipment is accounted for BEFORE going on your trip (for example, count the number of tent stakes). We must charge a replacement fee for equipment that is not returned — even for tent stakes.

2. All Equipment

It is the responsibility of the RENTER to take reasonable care of the rental equipment. This includes returning the tents, backpacks and pads in CLEAN condition. Renters should thoroughly check-out all equipment prior to use to ensure that everything is in proper working order. If any equipment malfunctions during use (like a leak in a tent, or a zipper off a track, or a broken strap or belt) be sure to notify an ERC Representative when you bring the equipment back so that it may be fixed. You will not be held accountable for normal wear and tear of the equipment. Nor will you be held accountable for malfunctioning equipment. You will be held accountable for returning the equipment CLEAN and DRY. Normally this means airing a tent out until it is dry, and/or brushing off dirt and debris. If you experience unusually wet conditions and are unable to dry out a tent in your reserved time frame, contact an ERC representative in B-310 Store so that arrangements can be made for you to dry the tent and they can contact the person who has reserved the tent next so that an alternate tent may be chosen. You will not be charged for the additional time to dry the tent. Additionally it is very important when renting more than one tent, that you return each tent with the correct tent poles.

Please try to return the rental equipment in a condition that you would like to see it in when you pick it up.

When renting TEHCC Equipment you will be required to fill out a reservation and agreement form. This form not only holds your reservation but also holds you responsible for the equipment while it is in your possession. Please read it carefully before leaving B-310.

3. Equipment Instructions

Instructions for tent assembly are available at the B310 Recreation Store and on-line with some of the links to the equipment descriptions below.  It is recommended that you first set up the tent at home to become familiar with it.

4. New Equipment

The revenue generated by your rental fees is returned by Recreation to the club.  It is used  to repair the existing equipment, replace old items, or purchase new pieces.  The Hiking Club Rental Equipment is for the use of Hiking Club members. If any of you have ideas on equipment that you might like to have made available, please contact the rental equipment coordinator.  (Sleeping bags are not offered due to inability to their ensure cleanliness.)

5. Who may rent equipment?

In order to take advantage of the TEHCC Rental Equipment, you MUST meet the following requirements:

  • You must be a member of Eastman Recreation Club.
  • You must be a member of the TEHCC.

Your ERC Pass denotes that you are a member of the Hiking and Canoeing Club. Contact the Eastman Recreation Office (229-3771) for more information, or ask at the ERC Front Desk.

II. ERC Hiking/Canoeing Club Rental Equipment

The equipment list below is located in the B310 Recreation Office. You may reserve equipment 30 days in advance by calling 229-3771. Tent rentals are limited to two per family, and backpacks are limited to one per family member, per outing. An ERC/TEHCC member is the only person that may reserve, pick-up, and return the rental equipment. When reserving equipment, please use the ID number indicated to the left of the equipment listed below.  If the description shows “**OUT OF ORDER**”, the item needs repair and is not being rented at this time.

Below is a listing of the available equipment.  Click on the ID number to see more specific details.  A selection guide has been created for the tents to help you choose an appropriate one for your outing. If you need additional recommendations on gear for a trip, contact a TEHCC Steering Committee Member.

Rental Rates
Rate1-4 Days5-10 Days
A$8.00$10.00
B$5.00$7.00
C$2.00$3.00
D$4.00$6.00
E$1.00$1.00
Tents and Tarps
Selection Guide for 1-3 People
Selection Guide for 4-6 People
ID NumberSize
(Person)
WeightDescriptionStakesRate
HT-113 lb 5 ozHennessy Expedition Asym Hammock, Black4A
HT-238 lb 3 ozMSR Mutha Hubba, 2 Doors, Orange/Red11A
HT-348 lb 13 ozEureka Timberline, 2 Doors, Green8B
HT-448 lb 13 ozEureka Timberline, 2 Doors, Green8B
HT-549 lb 7 ozEureka Timberline w/ Vestibule, 2 Doors, Green10B
HT-625 lb 12 ozREI Half Dome 2. Gray/Yellow6A
HT-724 lb 13 ozKelty TraiLogic TN2. Grey/Green10B
HT-827 lb 14 ozEureka Timberline with Vestibule. Green10B
HT-1111 lb 10 ozTarptent Contrail Ultralight Shelter, Grey4A
HT-12Tarp1 lb 8 ozDining Fly or Shelter.10′ x 10′ with 21 Ties. Green4C
HT-15620 lb 3 ozREI Hobitat 6. Sage/Earth/Orange.8A
HT-1812 lb 6 ozBig Agnes Seedhouse SL1/Titanium Green6B
HT-1924 lb 4 ozNorth Face Lunar Light with rainfly Aqua/Gray3A
HT-2023 lb 12 ozNorth Face Lightspeed with rainfly. Aqua/Gray2A
HT-21631 lbALPS Mountaineering Sundance 6. Clay/Green8A
HT-2448 lb 4 ozEureka Backcountry 4 Loden/Clay/White6A
HT-2548 lb 4 ozEureka Backcountry 4 Loden/Clay/White6A
HT-26619 lb 12 ozREI Kingdom 6. Sage/Platinum8A
HT-27621 lb 11 ozALPS Mountaineering Camp Creek 6. Brown/Lt Green/Orange10A
HT-28Eurmax 10×10 EZUp4A
HT-29621 lb 6 ozREI Kingdom 6. Forest Floor8A
Backpacks
ID NumberSize (in3)Torso Fit (in)Frame StyleWeightDescriptionRate
HB-1~600016-21Ext~5 lbDiamond Brand, BlackC
HB-2400016-21Int4 lb 10 ozKelty Tornado, Reflex BlueD
HB-123000?Ext5 lb 3 ozCamp Trails Night Song, Women’s, Emerald/AmethystD
HB-18321015-23Ext4 lb 10 ozKelty Trekker, Charcoal/BlueD
HB-273,23416-18Int3 lb 9 ozGregory Jade 53 Women’sA
HB-28550016-21Int6 lb 12 ozKelty Slickrock, Blue/BlackD
HB-29310018-21Int4 lb 8 ozMarmot Femme Nikita 50, Women’s, Orange/GreyD
HB-3050015-227 lb 1 ozKelty Journey Child Carrier with Sun/Rain Hood, CobaltB
HB-31396014-22Int5 lb 6 ozVaude Accept 55+10, Steel BlueB
HB-32396014-22Int5 lb 6 ozVaude Accept 55+10, Steel BlueB
HB-33310019.5-21.5Int2 lb 10 ozGregory G-pack, Steel BlueA
HB-34396515-22Int4 lb 10 ozDeuter Futura Vario 50+10, Steel/NavyA
HB-35336014-18Int3 lb 2 ozGranite Gear Escape AC 60, Purple/Lt BlueA
HB-36336016-21Int4 lb 15 ozMountainsmith Apex 60, Anvil GreyA
HB-372,74625-53Int2 lb 13 ozGregory Stout 45 BackpackA
Pack Covers
ID NumberDescriptionRate
HR-1Kelty Pack Raincover for 3000+, cu. in Pack, BlackE
HR-2Kelty Pack Raincover for 3000+, cu. in Pack, BlackE
HR-3Kelty Pack Raincover for 3000+, cu. in Pack, BlackE
Sleeping Pads and Mats
ID NumberFlat
(L x T inches)
Packed (inches)Weight* (pounds)DescriptionRate
HP-148 x 121″ x 4″ dia.1.40Therm-a-Rest Ultralight Mat, Green/RustC
HP-272 x ¾20″ x 5″ x 5″1.00Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Pad, Coyote/GreyC
HP-372 x ¾20″ x 5″ x 5″1.00Therm-a-Rest Z Lite Pad, LimonC
HP-472 x 111″ x 5″ dia.1.35Therm-a-Rest ProLite 3 Mat, OrangeD
HP-578 x 2.54.5″ x 8″ dia.1.60Big Agnes Air Core Mat, Brick RedD
HP-672 x 120″ x 5″x 5″1.10Z-Rest Folding Pad, GreenC
HP-772 x 1½10.5″ x 6″ dia.1.65Therm-a-Rest ProLite 4 Mat, OrangeD
HP-872 x ¾21″ x 6″ dia.2.45Therm-a-Rest Mat, OrangeC
HP-947 x 1½21″ x 4.5″ dia.1.45Therm-a-Rest Mat, Green/MauveC
Pad = compact foam pad, Mat = inflated mattress     All are 20″ wide flat.                                                 Weight (per postal scale) and packed size as measured with carrying bag.
Hiking Accessories
ID NumberDescriptionRate
HA-1Leki Cristallo AntiShock Trekking Poles (27-53 inches)D
HA-2/2ADay Hiker First Aid Kit Free for Hikes
HA-3SteriPEN Freedom Portable UV Water SterilizerD
HA-4MSR PocketRocket backpacking stove – must provide own fuelC
HA-5BearVault Solo bear resistant food container (2 lb 1 oz, 440 cu in)D
HA-6BearVault Solo bear resistant food container (2 lb 1 oz, 440 cu in)D
HA-7Black Diamond Trail Pro Shock Trekking PolesD
HA-8Foxelli Carbon Fiber Trekking PolesD
Canoe Items
ID NumberDescriptionRate
HC-30Styrofoam Cartop CarrierC
HC-31Res-Q-Rope in a bagno charge
HC-32River Rescue Kit (for boat or raft)no charge

See Paddling Equipment page for more details on boats/trailer rentals.