Learning the skills to move around securely on
the winter hills in Scotland is an essential part in the
development of personal outdoor skills.
Highly recommended for aspiring winter mountain walkers, this is
a detailed practical course in winter techniques. It consists of
practice in the safe movement on snow slopes, use of ice axe for
support and arresting a slip, step kicking and cutting, fitting and
walking in crampons in a variety of terrain.
Further practice of what to do and when, is gained on a mountain
walk, and evening sessions cover topics like equipment, winter
hazards, snow structure and avalanche awareness. Sounds a lot and
it is, but it’s a great way to spend a winter weekend. It’s hard
work at times but fun as well.
Details
Date
27 - 29 January 2012
24 - 26 February 2012
9 - 11 March 2012
Grade
4 - More suited to regular hill walkers / hikers with recent
regular experience of rough terrain. Good fitness and stamina
necessary. Adventurous and fit novices could be fine - please
ask.
Duration
2 days and 2 nights
Arrive Friday. Saturday & Sunday are walking days. Depart
Sunday.
Board
Breakfasts and packed lunches. Self-catering kitchen
available.
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£245
Price
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0845 293 73 73
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