Who is this course for?
When we are expanding our experience, we are often unsure of our ability, our knowledge and our navigation techniques.  What if something happens?  What if things start to go wrong?  This programme, which follows on from our  Mountain skills  level 1, and provides you with additional pieces of the jigsaw in terms of skills and techniques.  Once you have completed this programme, you should have an understanding of your ability and more importantly, of your limitations with regard to planning and undertaking journeys in the hills and mountains of UK and Ireland.

This programme is centred around Dolwyddelan north Wales.

Course description

A two day programme for those with previous experience of planning and undertaking hillwalking journeys in the hills and mountains of the UK and Ireland.  You may have a reasonable level of navigation ability, but may be unsure of the finer points, dealing with emergencies, or moving on steep ground.  This course will cover areas such as these and provide pointers for further development in the future. You may have previously completed our Mountain Skills Level 1 or similar.
This programme, along with our Mountain Skills Level 1, forms a logical progression, covering all the skills required to develop independence as a walker in the hills and mountains of the UK & Ireland.

Course aims

• To continue to develop a level of understanding and independence, including an introduction to lightweight camping equipment & techniques
• To apply newly learned skills on hill and moorland terrain whilst consolidating skills previously learnt
• To provide an individually tailored learning experience with nationally qualified coaches and instructors

Skills covered

• Navigation skills
• Emergency first aid
• Mountain safety & awareness
• Lightweight camping equipment

Course outcomes

You will have a greater understanding of navigation skills and the mountain environment whilst gaining an insight in to expedition equipment.

What is included in the cost?

All maps and technical aids plus two nights basic self catering bunkhouse accommodation, breakfast and lunch's

You may arrive on the night before your course starts between 20.00 & 21.00

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