This hill skills course is aimed at beginners or those with limited knowledge of hillwalking. Maybe you walk regularly around your local area and footpaths but aren’t completely confident about planning, navigating and understanding other factors which affect us when we walk in the hills and mountains. The emphasis is very much on the practical side and the two days will be structured to give you ample time to practise and consolidate your new found knowledge and skills whilst walking through some fantastic North Wales scenery! Navigation will be practised throughout the two days.We keep our groups reasonably small to ensure you have a quality and memorable experience. All our leaders are qualified, insured, knowledgeable and friendly. Our aim is to give you the confidence to venture out onto the hills independently whilst learning in a relaxed and fun way.
Hill Skills
The hill skills course is aimed at beginners or those with limited knowledge of hillwalking.
Suitable For
- Walkers who have recently enjoyed exploring their local hills and paths
- Those who wish to learn basic skills to extend their walking areas
- Walkers requiring more confidence in route planning and navigating.
Course Includes
- Certificate of Attendance
- Kit list and friendly advice
- Group safety equipment
- Qualified, insured and experienced instructor
Course Summary
Difficulty
Required Fitness
Course Length
2 day
Course Price
£130
Course Ratio
1:8
Time Required
2 days
Availability
Yes
Calendar
Course Description
The hill skills course is aimed at beginners and from the moment you meet your instructor as a novice to the time you part company as a confident hillwalker, you will be made to feel at ease, learning at a comfortable pace and walking in non technical terrain. The course will be held on the Carneddau, a rolling set of hills and mountains above the village of Bethesda. We may visit other locations nearby to make the most of the weather conditions.
We supply maps and compasses for you to use and we have a stock of spare clothing and equipment in case you forget to bring an item. Once you book we'll send you a kit list and joining letter with information about the two days and we're always available for advice or a chat if you have any concerns!
Note: All our staff are qualified, knowledgeable and will always strive to give you the best experience coupled with ensuring your safety.
Course Schedule
- Meet and greet 9am on the first day.
- Discuss the factors which affect planning a walk.
- Weather and its effect on hill walkers.
- Clothing and equipment.
- Navigation including maps and modern technology.
- Access and conservation.
- First aid and emergency procedures.
- A journey into local hills and terrain on both days
- Debrief and feedback on each day
- Course aims to finish around 5.00pm each day.
All timings on the hills are approximate.
Accommodation not included.
Please contact us for alternative dates and group discounts.
Full details will be sent upon receipt of your booking form and payment.
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Course Reviews
A brilliant course. I was a bit nervous to start as I had no confidence when using a map. By the end of the course I was "buzzing" and felt confident enough to try map reading in the future. Stephen was a great teacher; helpful, encouraging (without being patronising) and knowledgeable. Highly recommended
Nia
Just completed an excellent day with Stephen from Anelu Aim Higher in the Carneddau range brushing up on existing walking skills and learning a whole new set of practical skills for walking in the hills. Stephen has a great way of teaching through doing and was great company. I feel so much more confident about planning routes and walking out in the hills now. I can't recommend him highly enough- diolch yn fawr iawn Anelu!
Elizabeth
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