Feel Confident on the Fells Adventure Development 2

Training

In Sedbergh

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Training

  • Location

    Sedbergh

  • Duration

    1 Day

The aim of the course is to help you to navigate successfully using map, compass and an understanding of the terrain. The following topics will be studied: Appropriate navigation techniques using map and compass. Route choice strategies - weather, fitness, terrain, time of year. Incident management. Decision making processes.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Sedbergh (Cumbria)
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The Cottage, Long Lane, LA10 5AL

Start date

On request

About this course

A reasonable degree of fitness will be required. You should be ready for some strenuous fell walking during the day.

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Teachers and trainers (1)

Tim  Deighton

Tim Deighton

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Course programme

Build your confidence by climbing a Lakeland fell in the company of an expert hillsman. During the day you will learn about navigation, safety and equipment. Enjoy the views if the weather is fine, or learn about coping with bad conditions if it is not!

What will I learn and how will I be taught?
The aim of the course is to help you to navigate successfully using map, compass and an understanding of the terrain. The following topics will be studied:

  • Appropriate navigation techniques using map and compass
  • Route choice strategies - weather, fitness, terrain, time of year
  • Incident management
  • Decision making processes

Teaching will be by tutor explanation and demonstration, group discussion and gaining practical experience out and about.
During the day your tutor will observe your progress and give you feedback. You will also be able to reflect on your experiences over a mug of tea or a pint at the end of the day

Are there specific requirements for joining?
A reasonable degree of fitness will be required. You should be ready for some strenuous fell walking during the day.

Additional information

Payment options: Full Fee: 35, Over 60: 28, Benefit & 16-18: 9

Feel Confident on the Fells Adventure Development 2

Price on request