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Mountain Skills for Only €120 / course
Ever wanted to learn the skills you need to become a competent navigator in the Irish mountains, the UK, the Alps or beyond!
As a fully qualified mountain guide and course provider for Mountaineering Ireland and the UK, I run Mountain Skills which is a nationally accredited course and is delivered in an upland environment.
Hiking in Ireland can be challenging not only because of its wilderness, but the island has very little sign posted hiking trails in the mountains or hills. In addition to this, as being an island in the Atlantic we experience the forces of nature; storms and weather events. In other words, Ireland is probably the best place in Europe to learn a new outdoor skill like Mountain Skills.
The aim of this course is to help you learn the skills you need to get out hiking in the hills and mountains independently, safely and responsibly. You will learn how to navigate with confidence by any type of weather conditions.
A Mountain Skills course is run over 2 days in an upland environment and covers:
Map reading, map description, map scale, contour lines, land and ground features, navigation legs, simple navigation techniques, setting the map, the 5 D, estimation of direction & destination, grid reference, mountain hazards, hypothermia, mountain environment, timing, pacing, route planning, route card, emergency procedures, personal equipment, safe movement skills, river crossing and much more…
Some level of fitness is essential in taking part in this course.
Each course (MS1 / MS2) is a 20 hour syllabus which includes indoor and outdoor sessions and night navigation (MS2)
A course includes:
Maps and compass provided, tea breaks, course notes, 3 route cards, a free hiking day practice as part of a weekend.
For Only €100 for under 18 and students and €120 for adults.
Accommodations can be provided

Mountain Skills for Only €120 / course
Ever wanted to learn the skills you need to become a competent navigator in the Irish mountains, the UK, the Alps or beyond!
As a fully qualified mountain guide and course provider for Mountaineering Ireland and the UK, I run Mountain Skills which is a nationally accredited course and is delivered in an upland environment.
Hiking in Ireland can be challenging not only because of its wilderness, but the island has very little sign posted hiking trails in the mountains or hills. In addition to this, as being an island in the Atlantic we experience the forces of nature; storms and weather events. In other words, Ireland is probably the best place in Europe to learn a new outdoor skill like Mountain Skills.
The aim of this course is to help you learn the skills you need to get out hiking in the hills and mountains independently, safely and responsibly. You will learn how to navigate with confidence by any type of weather conditions.
A Mountain Skills course is run over 2 days in an upland environment and covers:
Map reading, map description, map scale, contour lines, land and ground features, navigation legs, simple navigation techniques, setting the map, the 5 D, estimation of direction & destination, grid reference, mountain hazards, hypothermia, mountain environment, timing, pacing, route planning, route card, emergency procedures, personal equipment, safe movement skills, river crossing and much more…
Some level of fitness is essential in taking part in this course.
Each course (MS1 / MS2) is a 20 hour syllabus which includes indoor and outdoor sessions and night navigation (MS2)
A course includes:
Maps and compass provided, tea breaks, course notes, 3 route cards, a free hiking day practice as part of a weekend.
For Only €100 for under 18 and students and €120 for adults.
Accommodations can be provided

These weekend is a great opportunity for anyone who wants to practice mountain skills, pre-MS assessment candidates or simply anyone who wants to hike with a qualified mountaineering Ireland course director and venture in the Irish mountains on and off trails.

During those few days, you will gain useful information, skills and tips that will help keep you safe on the hills and mountains during daytime, nighttime, in bad weather condition or both.

·May 2 - 3 | 📍the Mournes Mountains

Price: €35.00 per hike
The hikes are graded as: moderate – difficult – strenuous

What gear do I need?
•Wear comfortable clothing like – leggings, tracksuit bottoms, breathable T-Shirt and fleece & an extra warm layer (but no cotton fabrics and no jeans). Be ready for the rain and pack a rain jacket and rain trousers.
•A hat and gloves to keep you safe from the wind.
•Wear good sturdy hiking boots (No runners) with woolly or synthetic socks.
•Have a backpack with water minimum 1.5 litres, sandwiches and snacks, coffee, or tea.
•Don’t forget to bring first aid kit with plaster and bandages, personal medicine, inhaler, EpiPen etc.
•In Addition: you can bring an OS map of the area or an East West map. However, maps and a compass can be provided by the instructor.

Mountain Skills for Only €120 / course
Ever wanted to learn the skills you need to become a competent navigator in the Irish mountains, the UK, the Alps or beyond!
As a fully qualified mountain guide and course provider for Mountaineering Ireland and the UK, I run Mountain Skills which is a nationally accredited course and is delivered in an upland environment.
Hiking in Ireland can be challenging not only because of its wilderness, but the island has very little sign posted hiking trails in the mountains or hills. In addition to this, as being an island in the Atlantic we experience the forces of nature; storms and weather events. In other words, Ireland is probably the best place in Europe to learn a new outdoor skill like Mountain Skills.
The aim of this course is to help you learn the skills you need to get out hiking in the hills and mountains independently, safely and responsibly. You will learn how to navigate with confidence by any type of weather conditions.
A Mountain Skills course is run over 2 days in an upland environment and covers:
Map reading, map description, map scale, contour lines, land and ground features, navigation legs, simple navigation techniques, setting the map, the 5 D, estimation of direction & destination, grid reference, mountain hazards, hypothermia, mountain environment, timing, pacing, route planning, route card, emergency procedures, personal equipment, safe movement skills, river crossing and much more…
Some level of fitness is essential in taking part in this course.
Each course (MS1 / MS2) is a 20 hour syllabus which includes indoor and outdoor sessions and night navigation (MS2)
A course includes:
Maps and compass provided, tea breaks, course notes, 3 route cards, a free hiking day practice as part of a weekend.
For Only €100 for under 18 and students and €120 for adults.
Accommodations can be provided