Digging a snow hole, detecting an avalanche, pacing and timing… just a handful of techniques you can learn on YHA’s Hillwalking and Mountaineering breaks to improve your confidence and skills. Safety and navigation breaks could help improve your skills and give you the confidence to get out and embrace the elements. Alternatively just join us for a walking break.
On The Edge
Helvellyn
This activity break is suitable for those with some hill walking experience who now wish to try more adventurous and challenging mountain routes. In the Lake District we have some of the finest mountaineering terrain in the UK and on the Helvellyn massif and surrounding ridges we have some of the very best mountain ridges and scrambling routes. This break provides the opportunity to explore these ridges and gain confidence on high ground as you learn the skills to scramble and climb in safety in exposed places. We cover all aspects of scrambling, both roped and unroped, including the ascent of a graded scrambling route.
All specialist equipment is provided and included in the price. Topics covered will include: scrambling techniques on rock and mixed ground, use of ropes to protect yourself and scrambling partners, weather forecasts, route choice, route finding and guide books.
The price includes two nights accommodation at Helvellyn YHA and all meals (including packed lunches and a free flask filling service) starting with breakfast on the Saturday morning and finishing with afternoon tea on Sunday. Please note that the evening meal on Friday (19:00hrs) is not included in the price but can be booked in advance and paid for on arrival if required.
All technical equipment and tuition by Summitreks team of fully qualified instructors.
Please note that transport is not included in the price. Participants are expected to arrange their own transport to YHA Helvellyn and for the short journeys to the access points for the days walking/scrambling on Sunday. It’s usual for car sharing to be arranged.
Price: £175.00 per person
Dates – 2010:
07-09 May (2 Days)
09-11 July (2 Days)
Tel: 0845 371 9742
Email: helvellyn@yha.org.uk
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Mountain Scrambling Borrowdale
Borrowdale
This course is aimed at those with some hill walking experience who now wish to extend their knowledge into scrambling and try more adventurous mountain routes. The course will cover all aspects of scrambling, both roped and unroped, with ascents of graded scrambling routes.
All specialist equipment is provided and included in the price. Topics covered will include: scrambling techniques on rock and mixed ground, use of ropes and safety systems, weather forecasts, route choice, route finding and guide books. For more information and to make a booking please visit http://www.summitreks.co.uk/
Duration: 2 days
Dates: 23 - 25 April
14 - 16 May
Price: £175.00 per person
Tel: 0845 371 9624
Email: borrowdale@yha.org.uk
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Off The Beaten Track
Borrowdale
If you have a real sense of adventure and feel drawn to explore “off track” then this three day activity break is just what you’re looking for. Our itinerary is specifically designed to provide excellent preparation for walking and trekking in remote and mountainous areas both in the British Isles and further afield. Or, as pre training and preparation for Scrambling and Mountaineering courses. Our instructor team will introduce you to all the key skills you need including: navigation, route choice and route finding, movement on easy scrambling terrain, assessing mountain hazards and emergency procedures. For more information and to make a booking please visit http://www.summitreks.co.uk
Duration: 3 days
Dates: 28 – 31 May
27 – 30 August
Price: £268.00 per person
Tel: 0845 371 9624
Email: borrowdale@yha.org.uk
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Skills For the Hills
Borrowdale
This course is designed for those with limited or no experience of hill walking. We’ll give you all the skills you need to hill walk safely in summer conditions. It’s ideal for novice walkers who want to explore upland areas, hills and mountain routes. With these skills you’ll acquire the confidence to tackle more challenging routes not only in the Lake District but also further afield.
Over the two day course we cover: personal equipment, map & compass and navigation skills, route choice, route finding, survival situations, emergency bivouacs, first aid kits, weather and forecasts and mountain hazards including: hypothermia, mountain terrain and lightning. For more information and to make a booking please visit http://www.summitreks.co.uk
Duration: 2 days
Dates: 19 - 21 March
21 - 23 May
Price: £175.00 per person
Tel: 0845 371 9624
Email: borrowdale@yha.org.uk
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Introduction to Scrambling
Coniston Holly How
There’s nothing better than the freedom of scrambling on Lakeland’s rocky crags and boulders. This sport has really taken off – try for yourself with expert guidance. The cost includes course fees, equipment, accommodation, and meals (starting with breakfast on first morning)
2 nts: 11.06.10; 16.07.10
Price: £225
Tel: 0845 371 9511
Email: conistonhh@yha.org.uk
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British Hill-walking Leaders Certificate (BHLC)
Borrowdale
Qualify as a walking group leader with the BHLC. Learn the skills to lead walking groups in British mountains and remote upland areas in summer conditions. Top class training and instruction delivered in the Lake District National Park. Training includes the national Navigation Award up to Gold Level. The course is delivered in three parts, each part consisting of a weekend’s (two days plus evening sessions) training and assessment. Cost includes all course fees plus two days full board accommodation.
Part 1 - 2 nights: 16.04.10; 04.06.10;
Part 2 – 2 nights: 11.06.10; 16.07.10;
Part 3 – 2 nights: 13.08.10;
Price: £175 per weekend
For further information and how to book please go to: www.bhlc.org.uk
Tel: 0845 371 9624
Email: borrowdale@yha.org.uk
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British Hill-walking Leaders Certificate (BHLC)
Grasmere Burtharlyp Howe
Qualify as a walking group leader with the BHLC. Learn the skills to lead walking groups in British mountains and remote upland areas in summer conditions. Top class training and instruction delivered in the Lake District National Park. Training includes the national Navigation Award up to Gold Level. The course is delivered in three parts, each part consisting of a weekend’s (two days plus evening sessions) training and assessment. Cost includes all course fees plus two days full board accommodation.
Part 1 - 2 nights: 07.05.10; 03.09.10;
Part 2 – 2 nights: 08.10.10;
Part 3 – 2 nights: 02.07.10; 05.11.10;
Price: £175 per weekend
For further information and how to book please go to: www.bhlc.org.uk
Tel: 0845 371 9319
Email: grasmere@yha.org.uk
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Intermediate Scrambling
Coniston Holly How
Now you’ve got off the ground and developed your rock skills, you can push the boundaries of scrambling even further on this weekend course in the Lakes. The cost includes course fees, equipment, accommodation and meals starting with breakfast on the first morning.
3 nts: 28.05.10; 30.07.10
Price: £320
Tel: 0845 371 9511
Email: conistonhh@yha.org.uk
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Winter Skills on the Hills 18+
Derwentwater
Exhilarating introductory winter walking courses in the Lake District to give you the skills needed to venture safely onto the hills in winter. Includes survival skills, winter navigation and the use of ice axe and crampons which are provided. Great food and accommodation with top class instruction in a stunning location - an enjoyable and worthwhile weekend course is guaranteed.
YHA Derwentwater's winter courses are run in conjunction with www.summitreks.co.uk
2 nts: 8-10 January 2010, 22-24 January 2010, 5-7 February 2010,
19-21 February 2010, 5-7 March 2010
Price: £166
Tel: 0845 371 9314
Email: derwentwater@yha.org.uk
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Winter Mountaineering 18+
Derwentwater
For those with experience of winter walking who want to try routes on steeper ground in the Lake District and complete a more challenging and technical course. Skills covered include use of ice axe and crampons, survival skills, navigation, arresting falls on steep ground, plus rope work and belay techniques. Great food, a highly experienced instructor team and accommodation in a stunning location guarantee you a great mountain weekend.
YHA Derwentwater's winter courses are run in conjunction with www.summitreks.co.uk
2 nts: 18 – 20 Dec 2009, 29 – 31 Jan 2010, 12 – 14 Feb 2010, 26 –28 Feb 2010,
12-14 March 09
Price: £166
Tel: 0845 371 9314
Email: derwentwater@yha.org.uk
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White Peak Walker 16+
Edale
A relaxed introduction to walking in the limestone Dales of the Peak District National Park. You’ll complete two walks that typify the walking in the area. Each route less than 10 miles long and with little significant height gain, but occasionally difficult conditions underfoot. (Course is run from YHA Hathersage).
2nts: 07.05.10, 16.07.10, 19.11.10
£106
Tel: 0845 371 9514
Email: edale@yha.org.uk
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Dark Peak Walker 16+
Edale
Challenging walking in exposed and difficult terrain of heather, bog etc over the high moorland of the Peak District. Qualified, experienced instructors will navigate and inform about the environment and safety considerations.
2nts: 02.10.09, 14.05.10, 01.10.10
£106
Tel: 0845 371 9514
Email: edale@yha.org.uk
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Edale Skyline 16+
Edale
Hills, ridges and plateau’s surrounding YHA Edale make a natural challenge and great introduction to this popular area. Long days, ascents and exposure to the elements make this course suitable for those with some experience.
2nts: 16.04.10, 29.10.10
£106
Tel: 0845 371 9514
Email: edale@yha.org.uk
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Walk The Peak 16+
Edale
A longer opportunity to more thoroughly explore the varied terrain of Britain’s first National Park. From crag to dale, moorland to meadow, your leader will provide four days of informative and accessible walking through some of the most striking scenery the area has to offer.
5nts: 06.09.09, 23.05.10, 05.09.10
£220
Tel: 0845 371 9514
Email: edale@yha.org.uk
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Wilderness First Aid 18+
Edale
No previous knowledge needed. Two days of intensive training and assessment dealing with incidents where there is no immediate help.
2nts: 04.12.09, 05.02.10, 03.12.10
Price: £164
Tel: 0845 371 9514
Email: edale@yha.org.uk
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