Angelina Mountain Leader

Join us on this beautiful, relaxed walk with a focus on geology and the landscape, accompanied by an experienced Geologist who will give us the geological history of the area and some information about types of rock and their impact on the geomorphology. Kathy Kavanagh was formerly a mineral exploration geologist who did extensive fieldwork throughout Africa, but now regularly hikes for pleasure and studies the rocks back home in Britain.

We will begin in the popular town of Llanberis, walking a circular route to Moel Eilio, a height of 726m. It is a less trodden path with spectacular views across to Snowdon, all the surrounding mountain ranges and the Menai Strait with Anglesey beyond.

Ideal for everyone from beginners (with a reasonably good level of fitness for walking) to experienced individuals alike.

Moel Eilio 726m
Foel Gron 593m
Foel Goch 605m

Group size: maximum 8
Distance: 13-14km
Time: 7-8 hours

What’s Not Included?
Food and drinks
Accommodation
Personal clothing and equipment (see kit list below)

Kit List:

• Small rucksack
• Dry bags or waterproof liner to keep your dry kit dry (carrier bags will suffice)
• Walking boots or decent rugged footwear – ideally these should be waterproof as the ground underfoot could be very wet or boggy and heavy rain will soak right through
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Warm hat and gloves
• Walking trousers or comfortable sportswear, definitely not denim. You want clothes that dry quickly and are comfortable for walking in for many hours
• Fleece / warm jumper (think of layering your clothes from your base layer out to your coat)
• Packed lunch and snacks
• Water
• Any medication that you require

Join me for a circular walk beginning in Capel Curig and up to the summit of Moel Siabod at 872m. This route will take us on the beginner level Grade 1 scramble of the Daear Ddu Ridge on the south-east side of the mountain, where there is always the option of avoiding the scramble or the exposure if you want to. We pass through the ruins of a disused quarry and return along the path of the north east ridge. There are seldom any crowds on this route, even at the summit and the views across to the Glyderau and Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) are stunning (weather permitting!).

Ideal for those with a general good level of walking fitness and the desire to get your hands on some rock for clambering.

Moel Siabod 872m

Group size: maximum 6
Distance: 9-10km
Time: 6-8 hours

What’s Not Included?
Food and drinks
Accommodation
Personal clothing and equipment (see kit list below)

Kit List:

• Small rucksack
• Dry bags or waterproof liner to keep your dry kit dry
• Walking boots or decent rugged footwear – ideally these should be waterproof as the ground underfoot could be very wet or boggy and heavy rain will soak right through
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Warm hat and gloves
• Walking trousers or comfortable sportswear, definitely not denim. You want clothes that dry quickly and are comfortable for walking in for many hours
• Fleece / warm jumper (think of layering your clothes from your base layer out to your coat)
• Packed lunch and snacks
• Water
• Any medication that you require

Learn the essential basics of map reading during a half day outdoors to give you the skills you need to confidently find your way around the countryside.

We will start in a café with a introduction to maps and then head outside to learn basic techniques including:

– orientating the map
– using obvious handrails
– understanding map features and symbols
– measuring distances, timing and pacing
– safety, kit choices and the Countryside Code

No experience necessary, but of course you are welcome to join us if you have some experience and want to brush up! This day can be a preparation or taster day if you would like to build up to more advanced navigation or are considering taking a Bronze or Silver award with the National Navigation Award Scheme. I do provide those courses and can talk to you about them when we meet.

I supply maps and compasses, but feel free to bring your own along if you have them - we will be using OS Explorer 171 Chiltern Hills West.

Location and time:
Meeting time will be 09:30hrs in Stokenchurch, Buckinghamshire. Full instructions and meeting location sent on booking.

You should dress appropriately for the weather. Make sure you have waterproofs, a warm layer, sturdy footwear, hat and gloves.

Join me for a full day of navigation, building on your existing basic skills so that you can feel confident in walking away from paths and tracks. Ideal for those who already have the basics and want to progress to intermediate level navigation. We will cover compass work and navigational techniques to cross open country, identifying and using large and small contour features, timings, pacing skills and route choice.

I supply maps and compasses, but feel free to bring your own along if you have them - we will be using OS Explorer 171 Chiltern Hills West.

Location and time:
Meeting time will be 09:30hrs near Stokenchurch, Buckinghamshire. Full instructions and where to meet will be sent on booking usually within 24 hours.

You should dress appropriately for the weather. Make sure you have waterproofs, a warm layer, sturdy footwear, hat and gloves.