Award Description
The Hill & Mountain Skills scheme is a great way to develop your personal skills and confidence in all elements of hill and mountain walking. From planning a coastal walk to navigating in complex terrain, these courses are an ideal opportunity to learn the basics and enjoy the countryside. THIS IS NOT THE HILL AND MOORLAND LEADER SCHEME.
Mountain Skills Course:
This course requires some hill walking experience and a reasonable level of fitness. The course covers. Planning a journey in the mountains, what to take and how to pack, navigation in the mountains, simple scrambling, common mountain hazards and how to deal with them, what to do in an emergency
It is ideal for anyone interested in exploring the mountains
Course booking:
To book on the course visit https://www.exceloutdoors.co.uk/hillandmountainskills
The car park is free to national trust members.
Other course benifits:
15% off at Cotswold Outdoor and Snow+Rock
A copy of the Safety on Mountains book
A navigational timing card
A certificate of attendance for completing each course
Lifetime use of our digital logbook (DLOG) for recording your walks