Book here: https://www.glenmorelodge.org.uk/winter-mountain/mta-cpd-weekend/mta-winter-conference-avalanche-awareness/

Please head to the Glenmore Lodge webpage for full details of this event.

OVERVIEW

AIMS

This course will develop your knowledge base and skill set using the Be Avalanche Aware guidelines. We will explain how weather influences snow pack changes and avalanche hazard, how this knowledge increases observation skills, and in turn decision making. In addition, we will use journeys on the hill to develop human factor awareness, mitigation strategies, and terrain choice tactics.

PRE-REQUISITES

Winter walking essential. You should already be comfortable with use of crampons and ice axe

IS IT FOR ME?

This course is ideal for those who are new to winter hill walking and want to gain more than a basic introduction to avalanche awareness. The course will be classroom & hill based with the intention to provide enough information and practical experience to give you confidence on your independent hill walks.

This course will also help you become an independent learner with information on how to stay current with advances in avalanche avoidance and education, The programme will take into account individual needs and aims, weather, etc.

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