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Course Info
If you’re seeking a course to build the essential skills for safer mountain walking, look no further!
Our Mountain Skills Course provides two action-packed days in the mountains, teaching you all the fundamental techniques to enjoy safe and confident outdoor adventures. You’ll learn about appropriate clothing, footwear, and how to plan your walks using apps, weather forecasts, and traditional maps. Then, we’ll head out into the mountains, where you’ll gain hands-on experience in navigation, tackling easy graded scrambles, and using GPS and navigation apps. Plus, we’ll cover the emergency equipment you should carry and what steps to take if you ever need to call for help.
Dates March - October 
Duration 2 Days 
Start Location Snowdonia | Eryri 
Instructor Ratio 1:6 
Skill Level H1 
Book Today £160 P/Person What does the Mountain Skills course cover?
Planning – how to successfully plan a walk in the mountains.
Walking skills – what things should you consider while out walking and what can make life easier (pace, nutrition, movement skills, steep ground etc.).
Clothing and equipment – being suitably dressed and equipped can make the difference between a great day out and a complete disaster.
Weather – how it affects the mountains and your day out.
Navigation in the mountains – everything from selecting a compass and using a map to navigation in poor visibility and an intro to GPS.
Environmental knowledge – how to minimise your impact on the hill, information on good practice and useful organisations.
Hazards and emergency procedures in the mountains – how to respond to any hazards you encounter and what to do in an emergency.
With a maximum group size of six, you’ll benefit from personalized attention from our fully qualified mountain professional, who brings years of experience to every course. We pride ourselves on creating a friendly, inclusive environment, ensuring a warm welcome and an enjoyable two days of learning in the mountains.
Ready to take your mountain skills to the next level? Join us!
All participants must be aged 18 or over! 16+ are allowed when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
