Join Jim for a day exploring the nature, geology and landscapes of this magnificent mountain at the southern end of Eryri (Snowdonia National Park). With its colossal cliffs harbouring rare arctic-alpine flowers and glaciated cwms and wooded valleys there is a
huge amount to discover in this special region.

This workshop is aimed at developing your understanding of the natural world. We will take at look at the mountain environment from its geological history to its vegetation and human influences upon the landscape. We will identify general characteristics of rock types, habitats and take a closer look at the wildlife which inhabit this environment.

We will also delve into its icy past by investigating the influence glaciation had on the landscape with a look at spectacular examples of glacial features and landforms. The icy past climate also brought cold-loving plants to the area, some of which can still be seenin c ertain areas on the mountain and we will have a chance to look for these ‘relict communities’ on our journey through the mountain environment.

Bio: Jim Langley is an International Mountain Leader (IML) and co-author of ‘The Alps - a natural companion’. He runs CPD courses in Eryri for mountain leaders, mountaineering instructors and hill & moorland leaders but also alpine flower courses in the Alps. To find a course or to learn more about his educational business, Nature’s Work, check out his website www.natureswork.co.uk

WORKSHOP CONTENT & LEARNING OUTCOMES

- Develop an understanding of the mountain environment

- Facilitative and interactive teaching and learning techniques

- Tools for leading and engaging groups on guided walks

- A masterclass in the fundamentals of group leadership

- Develop identification skills looking at a range of plants and animals

- Gain an understanding of how the mountain environment was created

- Discuss human impacts on the landscape

EQUIPMENT/KIT REQUIRED

Normal hill kit for a day in the monutain environment. Camera, binoculars, Pen & paper / notebook

CATERING/FOOD

Please bring a packed lunch and a drink. We will start and end at the cafe where refreshments are available to purchase

WORKSHOP PROVIDER CREDENTIALS

Qualified IML and ecologist by training. Jim has extensive experience in teaching in the outdoors to students, teachers and instructors.

CANCELLATION PROCEDURE

Please read terms and conditions on the booking form (which will be emailed)

Start

04/05/2024 09:00

End

04/05/2024 16:30

Total Days

1

Maximum Bookings

8

Bookings

1

Venue

T.H Roberts coffee shop

Town

Dolgellau

County

Gwynedd

Postcode

LL40 1BD

Country

United Kingdom

Latitude

52.74345

Longitude

-3.88381

Name

Mountain Training Association

Phone

01341 29 30 31

Website

Booking/Details

Email