The Hill & Mountain Skills course is designed to build your confidence and competence for independent adventures in UK mountain walking.
How to successfully plan a walk in the mountains in the UK or Ireland.
What things should you consider while out walking and what can make life easier (pace, nutrition, movement skills, steep ground etc.).
Being suitably dressed and equipped can make the difference between a great day out and a complete disaster.
How it affects the mountains and your day out.
Everything from selecting a compass and using a map to navigation in poor visibility and an intro to GPS.
How to minimise your impact on the hill, information on good practice and useful organisations.
How to respond to any hazards you encounter and what to do in an emergency.
Level: Intermediate, Beginner
Basic hill walking experience
A good level of fitness is required, as we will access higher mountain areas and be out for longer (6-7 hour days)
You will need to wear suitable outdoor clothing (warm and waterproof where possible) and suitable mountain footwear (boots)
A good rucksack to carry everything you need for the day is advisable
Lunch, snacks and water for a full day
A 1.5% + £0.20 booking fee applies to bookings with a cost.
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Book Online - Mountain Skills: Foundation Course
This ticket is for one person attending the Mountain Skills: Foundations Course with LDM. Please use this ticket to pay the full course fee.Bookings made within 30 days of the course start date must use this ticket.
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£200.00 | |
Mountain Skills: Foundation Course (+Silva Compass Hire)
This ticket is for one person attending the Mountain Skills: Foundation course with LDM. Please use this ticket to pay the 50% deposit to secure your place on the course.
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£210.00 |
Honister
Honister Pass
Keswick
CA12 5XN
Please meet your instructor at this location
Sam drives a Silver Skoda Estate - KM75 ZRL
Please come over to the vehicle and say hello; we will do briefings and course introductions in the cafe
Amenities
