Winter Outdoor Adventures in the Highlands for all
A 2 day winter skills course with more technique building than the introductory course which is useful to know in order to safeguard ourselves in winter.
£190.00
Winter Skills 2 Day Course
| Duration | 2 days |
| Group Size | 1-6 |
| Difficulty | Moderately Challenging |
| Season Of The Year | Winter |
| Minimum Age | 16 private courses available down to 10 |
| Meeting Place | Aviemore Tiso 08:30 |
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Winter Skills 2 Day Course Information
The best location for a winter skills course in Scotland, is without a doubt the Cairngorms near Aviemore. Our course is a comprehensive and hands-on program that covers all the essential skills needed for winter mountaineering. Participants will learn about the winter environment, including snowpack and avalanche awareness, before progressing to practical skills such as navigation, ice axe and crampon use and emergency procedures.
Over the two days, participants will have the opportunity to practice these skills in a variety of terrain and conditions, under the expert guidance of highly experienced and qualified instructors (members of AMI). The course will be challenging, but participants will leave with a solid foundation of skills that will allow them to explore the mountains in winter with confidence and safety.
This 2-day winter skills course in Scotland, based in the Cairngorms, is an intensive and hands-on program that covers all the essential skills needed for walking in the mountains in winter.
Day 1: We will meet in Aviemore outside Tiso in the morning of day one. Then we will head up to the mountain after an introduction and making sure everyone has everything they need (check the what do I need to bring part of this page). On day one, participants will learn about the winter environment, including snowpack and avalanche awareness/route planning. They will then progress to practical skills, such as an introduction to navigation, ice axe and crampon use. Participants will also have the opportunity to practice their skills in a variety of terrain and conditions. Normally we aim to use one of the Northern Coires or head up onto the summit off Cairngorm itself.
Day 2: Participants will build on their skills from the previous day, practicing navigation and technical skills in more challenging terrain relevant for the winter mountains as well as covering emergency procedures. This will likely include a journey either into one of the Coires or up onto the Plateau or both.
The course will be led by highly experienced and qualified instructors (members of AMI) who are intimately familiar with the area and its unique challenges.
We are proud to recommend local accommodation options within the area for people when you are up for your 2 day winter skills course:
Aviemore:
Youth Hostel A budget friendly option for people.
Coylumbridge Hotel Aviemroe – good for groups and families alike.
Premier Inn – always a good shout.
Rothiemurchus Campsite – situated in the stunning forest, this is a beautiful budget friendly option.
Glenmore Campsite – situated at Scotland’s highest beach, Loch Morlich has phenomenal views across to Cairngorm Mountain.
Newtonmore & Surrounding Areas:
https://www.wherestagsroar.co.uk/ award winning accommodation in the Highlands – perfect to stay at while up on an outdoor adventure.
Invernahavon Caravan Park – a bit quieter than the others as it is a little further away from the hustle and bustle of Aviemore.
Dalraddy Holiday Park – a family and dog friendly campsite.
Doing a 2-day winter skills course in Scotland, based in the Aviemore & Cairngorms area, is an excellent way to develop essential mountaineering skills in a unique and challenging environment. The Cairngorms is renowned for its spectacular scenery and reliable winter conditions, making it the perfect location to learn skills such as navigation, avalanche awareness, ice axe use, and crampon techniques from experienced and qualified instructors.
The 2-day course will provide an intensive and comprehensive learning experience that will leave participants with a solid foundation of skills and knowledge needed for winter mountaineering. Additionally, the course will provide an opportunity to explore the stunning and rugged terrain of the Cairngorms while developing confidence and safety in the winter mountain environment.
We pride ourselves on providing as much kit as possible for you. However, the list below is what we recommend you should bring to your 2 day winter skills course:
- Travel insurance. (We are insured for all our trips, but we recommend everyone has their own travel insurance as well.)
- Transportation to the venue. (We may be able to help with this though – if you need transportation please drop us an enquiry and we can see what we can do to help.)
- Lunch, water.
- Personal medication
- Sun cream, sunglasses
- Clear goggles – we may be able to provide if required please contact us.
- Waterproof trousers and jacket
- Compass and ideally a 1:50k map of Cairngorm Mountain
- B2 boots (Tiso in Aviemore is the best place to hire if you don’t have your own)
- Rucksack 30 litres or so will suffice.
- Hat/Gloves
Here at Highland Outdoor Adventures, we pride ourselves on providing as much as we can but you are welcome to bring your own equipment if you do prefer. The list below is what we provide you with on the day.
- All instruction.
- Crampons
- Ice Axes
- Helmets
- All first aid and safety equipment.
- Photographs of the day provided for you at no extra cost! If the weather is good we will have a DSLR professional camera so we can take photos and videos of your adventure and you can look back at the day for years to come. If the weather is less favourable we will bring a GoPro (as it is waterproof) so we will still be able to take photos for you.
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Winter Skills 2 Day Course Meeting Place
- Winter Skills in Aviemore, Cairngorms, Scotland
Please look out for the van branded with our logo’s on all sides. We will always get there early and try to park up prominently for you to see us.
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