Introductory Winter MountaineeringDuration 6 Days » Grade Introductory
Sunday to Friday, 5 full days instruction[more]
 Introductory Winter Mountaineering Photo: © Cubby Images
This course is designed for those with no previous experience of winter mountaineering or for those who want a refresher in the skills needed to walk or climb safely in Scotland in winter. The instructors' aim is to introduce participants to a variety of mountain areas in order to learn and practice a range of winter skills. These include: movement on snow and ice with axe and crampons, using the rope to safeguard the party on steep ground, the choice and construction of snow and rock anchors. The emphasis is on a progression of winter skills so that you are able to tackle the Scottish Winter Mountains with increasing competence and confidence. There is also the opportunity for students to get a taste of steep sections of ice (if conditions allow) requiring the use of front points and two ice tools. For those less inclined towards climbing steeper ground, course members can take part in general mountaineering days, such as walking the "Ring of Steall" in the Mamores or bagging the winter Munros, such as Buchaille Etive Mor (Stob Dearg), Bidean nam Bean or Ben Nevis. A theme common to all groups is safety, whether through the teaching of navigation skills, avalanche assessment or the placement of belays. At the end of the week, you should have the confidence and the skills necessary to venture in to the Scottish Winter Mountains independently. The course covers
Outline Programme
Typical ascents of peaks on the Introductory Mountaineering Courses in previous years have been:
Equipment LoanThe course price includes use of Crampons, Ice axe, Helmet and Harness if booked in advance. A comprehensive equipment list is included in the course Joining Instructions, which you receive upon booking.
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