Mountain Skills 2 Course in Glenmalure July 26 with wild camping

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 very 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. Mountain Skills 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 hours syllabus which includes indoor and outdoor sessions and a night navigation (MS2) The price of this course is €120 and includes: 2 full days course, tea breaks, full course notes, 3 route cards, a free hiking day practice as part of a weekend. (Special rate for under 18 and groups) For more information contact us at: aeaccom@gmail.com / +35387 9691193

INDOOR COURSE Location;
BALLINACOR Community Hall, Co.Wicklow, Ireland
Eircode: A67WY83