Award Description
The Lowland Leader qualification has been designed for people who wish to lead groups on day walks in lowland countryside and woodland in summer conditions. The majority of the UK and Ireland is made up of this type of terrain so you'll never be short of places to go walking.
The Lowland Leader is a nationally accredited award scheme designed to train and assess those who wish to lead groups on day-walks in lowland countryside and woodland in summer conditions. This is the Training element of the Lowland Leader. Candidates should ensure that they have registered for the Lowland Leader Award with Mountain Training prior to booking on this course. The syllabus for the Lowland Leader covers the following subjects: Leadership Skills and Group Management Walking Skills Planning a Walk Basic Map Work and Route Finding Skills Equipment Hazards and Emergency Procedures Environmental Awareness, Conservation, Access and Land Ownership.