FROM ÂŁ85
WINTER SKILLS
WINTER NAVIGATION INTRO
Location
Aviemore, Cairngorms, Scotland
Grade
Moderate - 4
Duration
1 day
Participants
Min: 2 Max: 6
Rating
Our winter navigation workshop is designed to help people become more efficient in the winter environment, having a good framework for their navigation and being able to apply appropriate techniques while in challenging conditions to keep safe while saving valuable time and energy.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
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Any technical equipment, crampons, ice axe and helmet is included in price
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We check for a solid foundation of the fundamentals to which we will build upon
Route planning, navigating through complex avalanche terrain
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Techniques & strategies for 'white out' conditions, pros and cons of different methods
Techniques & Strategies to relocate
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How to relate the map to ground and ground to map through contour interpretation
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Measuring distance from the map, relating to the ground & vice versa; pacing, timing
What's included?
âś“ Highly experienced & qualified guide
âś“ On-course transport
âś“ Crampons
✓ Mountaineering axe​
âś“ Shovels
âś“ Group shelter
âś“ First Aid kit
✓ Photos from your course​
What's not included?
âś— Course Insurance
âś— Winter Boots
What do I need to bring?
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Quality waterproofs i.e. Gore-tex or similar
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B2-B3 style boots
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Hat, waterproof gloves plus spares x 2 minimum
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Winter walking socks
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We advise wearing 2-3 thinner layers rather than one thick layer so you can adjust your temperature during the activity
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'Belay' type jacket
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Wicking base layers, top & bottoms
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Goggles, double clear lens recommended
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Head torch, plus spare batteries
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Balaclava and neck gaiter
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Lunch & warm drink
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Rucksack 30-40ltr
What else can we provide?
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Reservation for boot hire
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Pick up & drop-offs
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Accommodation
