WINTER SKILLS 
AND GUIDED HIKES 
ALL WINTER EVENTS AND COURSES ARE RAN BY WINTER MOUNTAIN LEADERS

Creise & Meall a' Bhuiridh
Nov
30

Creise & Meall a' Bhuiridh

Creise & Meall a Bhuiridh - winter hike - £65 per person
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Distance - 10.5KM
Time - 6/8 HOURS
Ascent - 1093M
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Two Munros of The Black Mount Range, With a high level starting point from Glencoe Ski Resort. Join us for the day for a winter hike taking in two Munros with a group of like minded people, all under the safety of a qualified winter mountain leader.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     What the day includes -
Meeting at Glencoe Ski Resort at 8am we will start our hike with a steep ascent from the get go! As we gain height the epic views start to open out over the surrounding area and Buachaille Etive Mor dominating the western view.
Covering a mixture of terrain as we make our way up heading into a boulder field for the final ascent to our first Munro of the day , Meall a Bhuiridh.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            We will enjoy a well deserved break and bite to eat before continuing along the ridge line. Descending down to the bealach making our way over the rocky terrain for a final steep ascent to reach Creise. Pulling upto the flat Plateau, a contrast to the first Munro!
This is an out and back hike so we will retrace our steps back the way we came, with an option of catching the chair lift on the way back down.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     This hike is suited to those with plenty of summer hiking experience and fitness.
You MUST supply your own B2 Winter boots for this event - you can hire these for a day from the likes of Tiso , if you would like further information on this please send us an email.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        The instructor can supply -
Helmet / Ice Axe / Crampons
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Meeting location and kit list will be received upon booking.
Ratio 1:6
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Ben Starav - 3 SPACES LEFT
Dec
1

Ben Starav - 3 SPACES LEFT

Ben Starav - winter hike - £60 per person           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 DISTANCE - 13.5KM
ASCENT - 1193M
TIME - 6-8 HOURS
                                                                                                                                                                                                           Ben Starav is a magnificent mountain with some outstanding views all around, Rising from the south shore of Loch Etive this mountain makes for a great day out on the hills.
                                                                                                                                                                                                        What the day includes -
We will meet at 8am at the car park and start our walk, a good KM on flat terrain before we approach the shoulder of Ben Starav.
From here we have a good push up to the summit continuing up the shoulder , being one of the highest Munros in the area the effort put in is rewarded with stunning views down Loch Etive and the surrounding mountains.
As we gain height the terrain starts to change with a Boulder field approach to the fine summit. We will enjoy a well deserved break and bite to eat whilst capturing the rugged landscape.
Instead of heading back the same way, a nice circuit by Descending to the bealach and then into the Coire for the walk back out.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 This day is suited to those with previous hiking experience and a good amount of summer hill fitness.
Meeting location and kit list will be provided upon booking.
                                                                                                                                                                                                            You MUST have your own B2 winter boots. You can hire these for a day from the likes of Tiso, if you would like more information on this please send an email.
                                                                                                                                                                                                         The Instructor can provide -
Helmet / Crampons / Ice Axe
Ration - 1:6
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Winter Skills 2 Day Course - 2 SPACES AVAILABLE
Jan
25
to 26 Jan

Winter Skills 2 Day Course - 2 SPACES AVAILABLE

2 Days Winter skills course - £160 per person
Cairngorm / Aviemore area
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Are you a confident summer hiker looking to start getting out in the winter months but unsure where to start ? If so then this event could be for you. 2 days full of lots of fundamental information, advice, tuition and great fun whilst putting your skills to the test. Join a group of like minded people all under the safety of qualified and insured winter mountain leaders.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        What’s included -
Your instructor will provide you with -
HELMET / CRAMPONS / ICE AXE / MAP
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          YOU MUST supply your own B2 boots. These can be hired from the likes of Tiso in Edinburgh, Perth or Aviemore. If you need more information / advice on this please contact us via email.

Day 1 - We will meet at 9am and head to a local cafe where we can grab a cuppa and start our introduction to winter skills. This day is more of a workshop day where we will concentrate on learning lots of new skills and preparing for winter. This day will be both inside and outside.
What kit to buy for winter
How to read the weather & avalanche forecasts
How to prepare for winter
How to plan a winters day
How to pack and what to carry
Sourcing information
Looking at modern technology and how we can use it in winter
How to carry and start to use an ice axe
How to fit and use crampons
Movement coaching for efficiency

Day 2 - We will meet in the morning at an arranged time and will head out for our hike. We will practice our new skills and put them to the test whilst learning more about winter.
( Please note we will not necessarily be visiting any summits ) The day will be based on the groups ability and weather conditions.
Understanding snow
Assessing avalanche risk on the hill
Winter navigation techniques ( map & compass )
How to move in crampons
Crampon techniques / different conditions
How to use the boot as a tool
How to use the ice axe to prevent a slide
How to use the ice axe to stop a slide
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    This course is ran over two days. Each day will finish around 4.30pm approx. You must be a confident summer hiker who has the basic navigation skills ( be able to preform a bearing etc ). Winter days are a lot more demanding and good hill fitness is a must.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Your instructor will brief you on day 1 with a plan for the two days , due to the time of year and changing weather these plans may be changed last minute . The instructor will decide what is the best plan based on weather conditions, snow conditions and group safety.
No accommodation is provided with this event, you must find your own way to and from both days.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           Meeting location and kit list will be received upon booking.
Ratio 1:4
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Sgor Gaoith - 3 SPACES LEFT
Jan
27

Sgor Gaoith - 3 SPACES LEFT

Sgor Gaoith - Winter Hike - cairngorms - £60 per person
14KM  913M ASCENT - 6/7 HOURS
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Join us for the day for a guided winter walk , taking in one of the Glen Feshie Munros, Sgor Gaoith. This hike makes for an excellent day out on the hills and some stunning summit views.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             What the day includes -
We will meet at 8.30am and start our walk through the magnificent pinewoods then making our way up to Coire Ruadh and pulling up to the plateau. From here you can see the vast land of the cairngorms and the rolling plateaus of many other munros in the area. The contrast between the east and west in unreal and the gorms really do make you feel tiny!
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              We will continue to the summit and enjoy a well deserved break & bite to eat. There will be plenty breaks and photo opportunities on this walk.
We will descend back down the same way at a leisurely pace to suit all.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               This event is ideal for those who are looking to experience hiking in Winter or Bagging a new Munro, all under the safety of a Winter Mountain Leader.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           You must supply your own B2 BOOTS.
Ice axe, crampons and helmet will be provided by the instructor.
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Beinn Teallach & Beinn Chaorainn - 1 SPACE LEFT
Feb
1

Beinn Teallach & Beinn Chaorainn - 1 SPACE LEFT

Beinn a Chaorainn & Beinn Teallach - £60 per person
                                                                                                                                                                                                               HOURS - 7-8 HOURS
DISTANCE - 16KM
ASCENT - 1172m
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 Join us for a guided Winter Hike taking in two Munros. These are often less visited than their neighbours, the creag meagaidh range but make an excellent day out in winter. This event is ideal for those with a good amount of summer hiking experience and good hill fitness.
                                                                                                                                                                                                           What the day includes -
We will meet in the morning and arrange our kit before starting the walk. With a gentle start warming up the legs as we join the forestry track before gaining ascent and pulling up the shoulder of Beinn a Chaorainn. The hard effort is worth the views upon reaching the summit with the impressive corries to the right and Creag Meagaidh behind.
Once we have reached the summit we will stop for a well deserved break and bite to eat before pushing onto the second Munro. Continuing along the ridge line as it curves above the corries before descending down to the Bealach.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Beinn Teallach our second Munro of the day is in short reach, ascending back upto 915M it’s one of the lower known Munros just making its status.
A gentle descent off hill to catch the forestry track out making an excellent circuit.
                                                                                                                                                                                                            YOU MUST supply your own B2 WINTER BOOTS You can hire these from the likes of Tiso - please ask for further advice. This event is suited to those with good summer hill fitness and previous hiking experience.
                                                                                                                                                                                                             Instructor can provide -
Helmet / Ice axe / Crampons.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      A Winter kit list will be received upon booking.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Ratio - 1 : 6

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Aonach Mor & Aonach Beag - SOLD OUT
Feb
2

Aonach Mor & Aonach Beag - SOLD OUT

Aonach Mor & Aonach Beag - Guided Winter Hike - £65 per person 
TIME - 6/8 HOURS
ASCENT - 860M
DISTANCE - 9.5KM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Aonach Mor & Aonach Beag , two magnificent mountain which can be approached from several directions. A big hill day with both of these Munro being some of Scotland's 10 highest Mountains.
We will be using the help of the gondola to ascend and descend from the snow goose cafe to make this day more achievable in winter.
                                                                                                                                                                                                              What the day includes -
We will meet in the morning at the Nevis Range Car Park and take the Gondola uphill to the mountain cafe ( please note gondola price IS NOT Included in event - gondola cost is an extra £30 ).
                                                                                                                                                                                               Starting our hike from the snow goose at 650M we will make our way up Aonach Mor, as we ascend the views start to open out with Ben Nevis dominating the surroundings. Once we have reached the summit we will stop for a break and bite to eat.
Heading down to the bealach making our way towards our second Munro of the day, Aonach Beag. Throughout the day there will be advice and tips shared with the group on winter hiking and using winter equipment.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                       Once we have taken in the incredible views from Aonach beag we will retrace our steps back the way we came with a gradual ascent back up Aonach Mor and down to the cafe. Using the Gondola to take us back down to the car park at the end of the day.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                              YOU MUST supply a pair of B2 WINTER BOOTS
These can be hired from the likes of Tiso - for more advice please email.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     The Instructor can provide -
Helmet / Ice Axe / Crampons
                                                                                                                                                                                                        Winter kit list will be received upon booking.
This event is ideal for those with a good amount of previous summer experience and hill fitness. And are looking to experience hiking in the winter months under the safety of a Winter Mountain Guide.
Ratio 1:6
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1 Day Winter Skills Refresher
Feb
15

1 Day Winter Skills Refresher

1 day Winter Skill Refresher - £70 per person
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Have you already got winter experience in the mountains but are looking at advancing or brushing up your skill set and gain more confidence to help you on your journey through the Scottish hills ?
This 1 day course will help enable competency and confidence in winter conditions. This is an interactive course and will be held outside.
This course will be held in the Glencoe / Lochaber area.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  What the day includes -
We will meet in the morning at our chosen location and from there we will head out to the hills and into the snow. There will be lots of discussions and demonstrations throughout the day.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Ice Axe arrests
Ice axe self belay
avalanche forecasts and planning
crampon fitting and technique
                                                                                                                                                                                                              We will be practicing our skills using the ice axe and crampons as we progress through the day.
Kit list and meeting location will be given upon booking.
Ratio 1: 4
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Bidean Nam Bian
Feb
16

Bidean Nam Bian

Bidean Nan Bian - winter hike - £65 per person
                                                                                                                                                                                          2 MUNROS / 11KM / 7-9 HOURS / 1316M ASCENT
                                                                                                                                                                                                                      One of Glencoes most iconic mountains with many stopping at the foot of the hills to capture the dramatic northern ridges, the 3 sisters. This day is for those with previous winter hill experience and good hill fitness as we will be covering rough and steep terrain. We will aim for the two munros but it will all depend on group ability and ground conditions.
                                                                                                                                                                                                               What the day includes -
We will meet at the car park at 7.30am, an early start to ensure we can get parked before the crowds arrive. From there we will start our walk and head into Coire Nan Lochain making our way to the first Munro of the day , Bidean Nam Bian.
With the hardest part of ascent now out the way we can enjoy a well deserved break and bite to eat whilst taking in the stunning surrounding views. Bidean rises above all other mountains in the Argyll area and makes for an excellent day out.
                                                                                                                                                                                                           All depending on how the group get on and ground conditions we will aim for the two Munros.
From Bidean we will make our way to the second Munro of the day , Stob Coire Sgreamhach. The day isn’t over yet as we retrace our steps back to the bealach and drop into “ the lost valley “ a brilliant way to finish a great day on the hills. We will stop for a break and enjoy the valley a place full of history where the Macdonald clan hid cattle.
                                                                                                                                                                                              Heading out of the lost valley we will join the many tourist whom visit this after on the path out taking us back to the starting point and brining the day to an end.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                 You must have previous winter hiking experience and good amount of fitness to attend this event.
Meeting location and kit list will be received upon booking.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                  You MUST supply your own pair of B2 winter boots for this event.
The instructor can lend -
Helmet / axe / crampons
Ratio 1:6
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2 Days Winter Skills Course - 1 SPACE LEFT
Mar
2
to 3 Mar

2 Days Winter Skills Course - 1 SPACE LEFT

2 Days Winter Skills Course - £150 per person
Cairngorm / Aviemore area
Are you a confident summer hiker looking to start getting out in the winter months ? if so this event could be for you. 
2 days full of lots of information, advice, tuition and great fun whilst putting your new skills to the test. Join a group of like minded people all under the safety of qualified and insured winter mountain leaders.
What’s included -
Your instructor will provide you with - MAP/ HELMET / CRAMPONS / ICE AXE 
YOU MUST supply your own B2 boots. These can be hired from the likes of Tiso in Edinburgh, Perth or Aviemore. If you need further advice/ information on this please contact via email.
DAY 1 -
We will meet at 9am and head to a local café where we can grab a cuppa and start our introduction to winter skills . This day is more of a workshop day where we will concentrate on learning lots of new skills and preparing for winter. This day will be both indoors and outside.
What to buy for winter
How to read the weather & avalanche forecasts 
How to prepare for winter
How to pack and what to carry
Sourcing information
Looking at modern technology and how we can use it in winter
How to fit and use crampons
Movement coaching for efficiency
DAY 2 - 
We will meet at an arranged time in the morning and head out for our hike. We will practice our new skills and put them to the test whilst learning more about winter. Please note we will not necessarily be visiting any summits. The day will be based on the groups ability and weather conditions.
Understanding snow
Assessing avalanche risk on the hill
Winter navigation techniques ( map and compass )
How to move in crampons
Crampon techniques / different conditions
How to use the boot as a tool
How to use an ice axe to prevent a slide 
How to use an ice axe to stop a slide
This course is ran over two days, Each day will finish around 4.30pm approx. You must be a confident summer hiker who has the basic navigation skills ( be able to preform a bearing etc ). Winter days are a lot more demanding and good hill fitness is a must.
Your instructor will brief you on day 1 with a plan for the two days, due to the time of year and weather these plans may change last minute. The instructor will decide what is the best plan based on weather conditions, snow conditions and group safety. 
NO accommodation is provided with this event. You must find your own way to and from the event both days.
Meeting location and kit list will be provided upon booking. 
Ratio 1 : 4 
For more information please feel free to email.
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Sgor Gaoith - Winter Hike - SOLD OUT
Mar
1

Sgor Gaoith - Winter Hike - SOLD OUT

Sgor Gaoith, Cairngorms - £60 per person
14KM / 913M ASCENT / 6-7 HOURS
Join us for the day for a winter guided walk, taking in one of the Glen feshie Munros, Sgor Gaoith. This makes for an excellent day out on the hills and some stunning summit views.
What the day includes - 
We will meet at 8.30am and start our walk through the magnificent pinewoods then making our way up to Coire Ruadh and pulling up to the plateau. From here you can see the vast land of the Cairngorms and the rolling plateaus of the surrounding mountains. The contrast between the East and West is unreal and the Gorms really do make you feel small. 
We will continue to the summit and enjoy a well deserved break and bite to eat. There will be plenty of breaks and photo opportunities on this walk. We will descend back down the same way at a leisurely pace to suit all.
This event is ideal for those who are looking  to experience hiking in winter or bagging a new Munro, all under the safety of a winter mountain leader.
You must supply your own B"2 BOOTS ( these can be hired from likes of Tiso )
Ice axe, Crampons and helmet will be provided by the instructor.
Ratio 1 : 6 
Meeting location and kit list will be provided upon booking. 

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Ben Macdui - Winter hike
Feb
29

Ben Macdui - Winter hike

BEN MACDUI - £60 PER PERSON                                                                                                                                                    16.5KM - DISTANCE 
932M -ASCENT
6-8  - HOURS                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                            Join us for a guided winter hike over the rolling plateaus and vast terrain of the cairngorms, a spectacular place to spend a day hiking and visiting Scotland's second highest Mountain , Ben Macdui.
What the day includes -
We will meet in the Ski centre car park and from there start our walk.
We have a a good bit of ground to cover to reach this Munro but all the effort is always worth it once we reach the summit . The contrast between the west and east is unreal, but the gorms really do offer amazing mountain days, even more so in winter!
Once we have reached Ben Macdui we will enjoy a well deserved rest and bite to eat before making our way back. A long but gradual walk with views stunning views all around. There will be plenty of photo opportunities and breaks throughout the day.
This event is ideal for those who are looking to experience hiking in Winter or Bagging a new Munro, all under the safety of a Winter Mountain Leader. You must have a good amount of hill experience to attend this event.
You must supply your own B2 BOOTS.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Ice axe, crampons and helmet will be provided by the instructor.
Meeting location and kit list will be given upon booking.
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1 Day Winter Hill Skills
Feb
11

1 Day Winter Hill Skills

Winter Hill Skills Day - £65 per persom
Lawers Range - Killin       9.30am - 3.30pm approx
Have you already got winter experience in the mountains but are looking at advancing or brushing up your skill set and gain more confidence to help you on your journey through the Scottish hills ?
This 1 day course will help enable competency and confidence in winter conditions. This is an interactive course and will be held outside. You must have basic navigation skills ( ie take a bearing ) and you must bring your own Winter boots, crampons, ice axe and helmet to attend this event.
This course will be held at The Lawers Range, Killin. Though location may change due to conditions.
What the day includes - 
We will meet at 9.30 am at the Lawers Range CP. From there we will head out to the hills and into the snow, navigating as we go. There will be lots of discussions and demonstrations throughout the day. 
What to carry for a winters day out 
Weather forecasts 
Avalanche Forecast & Avalanche Awareness 
Safe Travel
Winter Navigation
What to do in an emergency 
Calling for help - different methods
We will also practice our skills using the Ice axe and crampons as we progress through the day.
Kit list and meeting location will be provided upon booking. 
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2 Day Winter Skill Course - SOLD OUT
Feb
3
to 4 Feb

2 Day Winter Skill Course - SOLD OUT

2 Days Winter Skills Course - £150 per person
Cairngorm / Aviemore area
Are you a confident summer hiker looking to start getting out in the winter months ? if so this event could be for you. 
2 days full of lots of information, advice, tuition and great fun whilst putting your new skills to the test. Join a group of like minded people all under the safety of qualified and insured winter mountain leaders.
What’s included -
Your instructor will provide you with - MAP/ HELMET / CRAMPONS / ICE AXE 
YOU MUST supply your own B2 boots. These can be hired from the likes of Tiso in Edinburgh, Perth or Aviemore. If you need further advice/ information on this please contact via email.
DAY 1 -
We will meet at 9am and head to a local café where we can grab a cuppa and start our introduction to winter skills . This day is more of a workshop day where we will concentrate on learning lots of new skills and preparing for winter. This day will be both indoors and outside.
What to buy for winter
How to read the weather & avalanche forecasts 
How to prepare for winter
How to pack and what to carry
Sourcing information
Looking at modern technology and how we can use it in winter
How to fit and use crampons
Movement coaching for efficiency
DAY 2 - 
We will meet at an arranged time in the morning and head out for our hike. We will practice our new skills and put them to the test whilst learning more about winter. Please note we will not necessarily be visiting any summits. The day will be based on the groups ability and weather conditions.
Understanding snow
Assessing avalanche risk on the hill
Winter navigation techniques ( map and compass )
How to move in crampons
Crampon techniques / different conditions
How to use the boot as a tool
How to use an ice axe to prevent a slide 
How to use an ice axe to stop a slide
This course is ran over two days, Each day will finish around 4.30pm approx. You must be a confident summer hiker who has the basic navigation skills ( be able to preform a bearing etc ). Winter days are a lot more demanding and good hill fitness is a must.
Your instructor will brief you on day 1 with a plan for the two days, due to the time of year and weather these plans may change last minute. The instructor will decide what is the best plan based on weather conditions, snow conditions and group safety. 
NO accommodation is provided with this event. You must find your own way to and from the event both days.
Meeting location and kit list will be provided upon booking. 
Ratio 1 : 4 
For more information please feel free to email. 
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