SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
Learn to Lead: Winter Mountaineering
ADVANCED
Learn the skills necessary to climb Grade I/II
Acquire essential skills for navigating steeper winter terrain, paving the way for tackling grade I/II winter mountaineering routes.
Our courses are tailored to your pace and prioritise safety. We focus on building your confidence, ensuring you only lead when you are ready.
PRE-REQUISITES
You need to be fit and motivated. Winter climbing, mountaineering and walking can be cold, wet and tough.
You will have done some Summer Mountaineering and / or Scrambling and have completed a Winter Skills Course or have learnt these skills independently.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
The following is included in your booking:
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Your Guide & instruction
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All technical climbing equipment (ropes and rack)
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A harness & helmet (if required)
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Axes & leash (if required)
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Crampons (if required)
Exclusions:
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Personal winter clothing and equipment for a day out in the mountains (you will receive a packing list)
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Winter boots (we can recommend hire services if you do not have your own boots)
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Accommodation
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Gondola pass if climbing at Aonach Mor
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Food & drink
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Any parking fees
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Fuel costs if travelling longer than one hour (we try to car share when possible)
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Insurance (medical, cancellation and belongings)
PRICE & DATES
We guide in the Scottish Highlands January, February and March.
Our learn-to-lead courses aim to gradually introduce you to the safe practices needed to approach and tackle a lead climb. Therefore, we have found that running a three-day course is more productive, as we don't have to rush, ensuring that all individuals are learning at an appropriate pace. We want you to leave the course feeling confident. However, we are always happy to chat further after a course to clarify anything.
We only instruct small groups, and for this course, the ratio is 1 Guide: 2 Clients*.
Three days: £990 (£495 each)*
*Requires two people to book
