WORKSHOP CONTENT & LEARNING OUTCOMES

 

This one day course in Eryri/Snowdonia concentrates on the Hazards of Steep ground section of the Mountain Leader syllabus. We will spend time re-capping skills and looking at different methods to suit different terrain and groups.  By the end of the day I will be able to give you detailed feedback on where you are at in terms of being ready for assessment.

What will we cover?

• Route finding on steep and complex terrain.
• Methods to safguard a group without using a rope.
• What is appropriate scrambling terrain for a Mountain Leader.
• Rope management.
• Appropriate knots.
• Appropriate methods of belaying, including choice of safe anchors.
• How to protect a short scramble type descent or ascent using a rope.
• How to  safeguard yourself in descent on scrambliing type terrain.

There will also be opportunities throughout the day to add to your general knowledge.

 

EQUIPMENT/KIT REQUIRED

Walking clothing

Waterproofs

Suitable footwear

Hat/gloves/sunhat/ spare layers etc suit the weather.

Helmet and rope if you have these but I am able to lend them if needed.

CATERING/FOOD

Please bring a packed lunch and drink.

WORKSHOP PROVIDER CREDENTIALS

Mountain Leader course provider.

CANCELLATION PROCEDURE

Non refundable deposit with balance payment 6 weeks prior to the course start date. Within 6 weeks of a start date payments are non refundable. However, if I can sell your place I will be able to arrange a refund.

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE EVENT

Your CPD record - If you attend this event and it counts as CPD, your CPD point/s will automatically be added to your record in due course - you will not need to add it yourself.

Please allow up to 2 weeks for the workshop provider to complete the event in the system and assign you your CPD, thank you.

Start

13/08/2025 09:00

End

13/08/2025 16:30

Total Days

1

Maximum Bookings

6

Bookings

3

Venue

Ogwen Visitor Centre

Town

Bethesda

County

Gwynedd

Postcode

LL55 4HT

Country

UK

Location

53.12148,-4.13172

CPD Points

1.00

Name

Mountain Training Association

Phone

07976016039

Website

Booking/Details

Email