What we’re about
As professional mountain guides in Ireland and the UK, we organise days and weekends guided off trails hikes in the island of Ireland.
In addition to this, as course providers for mountaineering Ireland and the UK, we run mountain skills 1 and 2 which is a nationally accredited course. The aim of this course is to help you learn the skills you need to become a competent navigator in the mountains of Ireland and beyond by day, night and bad weather conditions.
Our hikes and courses are not only educative but enjoyable too.
You will learn about the area, the fauna and the historical interests of the area visited.
For more information visit us @:www.mountainadventures74.com or contact us @: aeaccom@gmail.com
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Upcoming events (3)
See all- Mountain Skills 1 camping included €120/personNeeds location
Tired of spending your working life in front of a computer screen at home or for work!
Why don’t you go out, exploring the countryside, the wilderness, the hills and mountains, breath the fresh air and learn a new skill like mountain skills and enjoy life away from everyday commitments.
During the past few years and especially since covid, I had lots of customers from the IT sector especially who have decided to break away from their everyday life and decided to (in some extreme cases) do a U turn in their career like, nurses and teachers among other professional jobs.At Mountain Adventures 74, we organise Mountain Skill courses, guided hikes all over Ireland and the UK.
About the MS1 Mountain Skills Syllabus.
Day 1
Indoor Session from 9 h to 12h30 ( to be confirmed but, arrive 15 minutes before)
Presentation of instructor, Mountaineering Ireland and the mountain skills scheme.
Introduction to Maps
Map scales
Land Features
Contour Lines
Ground and Mountain Features
Navigation legs
Simple Navigation techniques
Estimation: direction and distance and the 5 d’s
Setting / orientating the map
Introduction to the compass
Mountain hazards: climatic, topographic, human
Outdoor session = practice from 13h30 to 17h .
Day 2
Indoor Session from 9h30 to 12h30. (to be confirmed but, arrive 15 minutes before)
Grid Reference
Timing and Pacing
Introduction to compass
Emergency and Mountain Rescue
Route planning
Route Card
Outdoor Session = practice from 13h30 to 17h. (to be confirmed)The course location provide for: Camping facilities, toilets and showers.
Some hiking experience is essential in order to take part in this course
For more information go to: www.mountainadventures74.comIf you have any questions please, contact us at: aeaccom@gmail.com
- Mountain Skills 1 camping included €120/personNeeds location
Tired of spending your working life in front of a computer screen at home or for work!
Why don’t you go out, exploring the countryside, the wilderness, the hills and mountains, breath the fresh air and learn a new skill like mountain skills and enjoy life away from everyday commitments.
During the past few years and especially since covid, I had lots of customers from the IT sector especially who have decided to break away from their everyday life and decided to (in some extreme cases) do a U turn in their career like, nurses and teachers among other professional jobs.At Mountain Adventures 74, we organise Mountain Skill courses, guided hikes all over Ireland and the UK.
About the MS1 Mountain Skills Syllabus.
Day 1
Indoor Session from 9 h to 12h30 ( to be confirmed but, arrive 15 minutes before)
Presentation of instructor, Mountaineering Ireland and the mountain skills scheme.
Introduction to Maps
Map scales
Land Features
Contour Lines
Ground and Mountain Features
Navigation legs
Simple Navigation techniques
Estimation: direction and distance and the 5 d’s
Setting / orientating the map
Introduction to the compass
Mountain hazards: climatic, topographic, human
Outdoor session = practice from 13h30 to 17h .
Day 2
Indoor Session from 9h30 to 12h30. (to be confirmed but, arrive 15 minutes before)
Grid Reference
Timing and Pacing
Introduction to compass
Emergency and Mountain Rescue
Route planning
Route Card
Outdoor Session = practice from 13h30 to 17h. (to be confirmed)The course location provide for: Camping facilities, toilets and showers.
Some hiking experience is essential in order to take part in this course
For more information go to: www.mountainadventures74.comIf you have any questions please, contact us at: aeaccom@gmail.com
- Mountain Skills 1 - May 24th – 25th - Glenmalure, Co.WicklowGlenmalure, Glenmalure€120.00
Don’t miss out on our upcoming Mountain Skills 1 courses! Learn all you need to know to become a competent hiker and navigator. Summer is the perfect time to get out and about in the Irish mountains!
May 24th – 25th Glenmalure, Co.Wicklow
Each course costs €120 and €100 for groups up to 6 people, under 18s and students which includes:
- 2 full days course
- tea breaks with hot drinks and food
- full course notes
- maps and compass can be provided (maps and compass for sale too)
- maps with routes for you to practice
- a free hiking day practice (as part of a weekend)In addition to this : The indoor course location has a fully equipped kitchen, camping facilities and showers for an additional €10.
Book your place at www.mountainadventures74.com or email Emmanuel at aeaccom@gmail.com
Mountain Skills 1 and 2, is a nationally accredited course by the Mountain Training Board of Ireland and is delivered in an upland environment.
At the end of this course, you will have taken a big step forward in developing your own self-confidence and enjoyment in hiking.
Some hiking experience is essential before joining the scheme however, you don’t need to be an expert.
Registration with Mountaineering Ireland is essential in order to take part in the mountain skills courses and the registration fee is €28.Visit www.mountainadventures74.com for further information about this course and many others that we provide!
