Introduction to Winter Walking
A 2-day package which provides an introduction to the Scottish hills and teaches some of the basic skills required to ensure a safe outing. Subjects covered include:
- clothing & equipment
- use of ice axe & crampons
- avalanche awareness
- winter navigation
- emergency procedures
Arrival is on a Friday evening and the Saturday is spent learning basic skills in the Cairngorms. Sunday ispent on a walk in (usually) a different Highland area with participants departing at the end of that day. Extra nights accommodation can be arranged if required.
Cost includes:
- 2 night guest house accommodation (full board) with packed lunches on walking days.
- 2 walking days
- use of ice axe, crampons & helmet
- full instruction
- transport
2010 Dates
15-17 Jan, 29-31 Jan, 19-21 Feb, 19-21 March.
Price
£165 per person based on sharing a twin/double room. Bespoke packages from £110 per person.
If you have your own accommodation and transport, and just want the instruction, then the cost is £60 per person for the 2 days.
This course can also be run as a bespoke package, on your dates, with prices from £110 per person.