Winter Skills Courses 2020 update. Venue - Glen Coe. Dates February 22nd & 23rd. Status - course running.

ice-axe-braking-winter-skills-courses.jpgIf you are looking to venture into the mountains during this winter season then we are running courses to give you the skills to stay safe on snow and ice and learn what to do if things go wrong. We have a course running in Glen Coe during February 22nd & 23rd 2020. The cost is £150.00 per person for the two day course.

Start time each day is 08:30 in Glen Coe and you will be notified beforehand where to meet at one of the valley's five car parks from where we will walk in to a venue to practice Winter Skills Training. Finish time is approximately 5pm each day.

What we will cover during the course.

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Day one

Using crampons to ascend/descend hard snow/ice

 

 

 

 

snow-shelter-winter-skills-courses-scotland-lake-district.jpgDay two.

What is provided as part of this winter skills course?  Compehensive instruction from an experience Mountaineering Instructor, Helmets & harnesses, ropes, snow shovels, slings & karabiners are provided by us as part of your fee per person.

What's not provided as part of this course?  You need to bring your own winter boots, crampons and a suitable ice axe as well as your own winter clothing & rucksack. Transport, food and accommodation are not provided as part of your fee per person.

We are happy to provide information on local accommodation options and where to hire crampons and an ice axe. Contact us for details.

Book your place on this winter skills course now!

 

 

Sunday 2nd of February 2020

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