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SUMMARY:Scottish Winter Mountaineering (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/scottish-winter-mountaineering-private-booking/
LOCATION:Glencoe\, Glencoe\, PH49 4HP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Winter
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/East-Ridge-of-Beinn-aChaorainn-scaled.jpeg
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SUMMARY:Winter Skills Course (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/winter-skills-course-private-booking-5/
LOCATION:Aviemore\, PH22 1RB\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Scottish Winter Mountaineering (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/scottish-winter-mountaineering-private-booking-2/
LOCATION:Glencoe\, Glencoe\, PH49 4HP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Winter
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/East-Ridge-of-Beinn-aChaorainn-scaled.jpeg
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SUMMARY:Scottish Winter Mountaineering (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/scottish-winter-mountaineering-private-booking-3/
LOCATION:Glencoe\, Glencoe\, PH49 4HP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Winter
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/East-Ridge-of-Beinn-aChaorainn-scaled.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20251126T093906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T093906Z
UID:10001038-1769241600-1769360400@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Winter Skills Course (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/winter-skills-course-private-booking-6/
LOCATION:Glencoe\, Glencoe\, PH49 4HP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Winter
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_4920-scaled.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20251126T094535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T094535Z
UID:10001039-1768204800-1768323600@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Guided Hike & Mountain Skills Course (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/guided-hike-mountain-skills-course-private-booking/
LOCATION:Lake District\, Cumbria\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer,Winter
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250927T080000
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CREATED:20241208T165426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T161659Z
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SUMMARY:Classic G2-G3 Scrambling Course (Eryri/Snowdonia) - Open course
DESCRIPTION:‘Open’ course available for individual booking. \n£240 per person for two days\, based on a 1:2 ratio with two people attending.
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/classic-g2-g3-scrambling-course-eryri-snowdonia-open-course-4/
LOCATION:Lake District\, Cumbria\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Scrambling-G2-3-10_8.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250920T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20250403T145920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T145920Z
UID:10001029-1758355200-1758474000@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Private Guided Rock-Climbing (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/private-guided-rock-climbing-private-booking-4/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Knights-Move-Slab-Grooved-Arete-on-Tryfan.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T090000
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SUMMARY:'Classic Rock' Climbing Course (Eryri/Snowdonia) - Open course
DESCRIPTION:‘Open’ course available for individual booking. \n£240 per person for two days\, based on a 1:2 ratio with two people attending.
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/classic-rock-climbing-course-eryri-snowdonia-open-course-3/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Twin-Cracks-Hope-scaled.jpeg
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SUMMARY:Private Guided Rock-Climbing (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/private-guided-rock-climbing-private-booking-3/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Knights-Move-Slab-Grooved-Arete-on-Tryfan.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250809T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20241208T165329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250719T161438Z
UID:10001010-1754726400-1754845200@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Classic G2-G3 Scrambling Course (Eryri/Snowdonia) - Open course
DESCRIPTION:‘Open’ course available for individual booking. \n£240 per person for two days\, based on a 1:2 ratio with two people attending.
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/classic-g2-g3-scrambling-course-eryri-snowdonia-open-course-3/
LOCATION:Lake District\, Cumbria\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Scrambling-G2-3-10_8.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250802T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20250403T145818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T145818Z
UID:10001027-1754121600-1754240400@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Private Guided Rock-Climbing (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/private-guided-rock-climbing-private-booking-2/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Knights-Move-Slab-Grooved-Arete-on-Tryfan.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250719T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20250403T145724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T145724Z
UID:10001026-1752912000-1753030800@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Private Guided Rock-Climbing (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/private-guided-rock-climbing-private-booking/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Knights-Move-Slab-Grooved-Arete-on-Tryfan.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250607T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250609T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20241208T163826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T164257Z
UID:10001002-1749286800-1749488400@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Multi-Pitch Rock Climbing and Scrambling (Eryri/Snowdonia) (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/classic-rock-climbing-course-eryri-snowdonia-open-course/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Twin-Cracks-Hope-scaled.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250606T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20241211T095614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T095614Z
UID:10001012-1749200400-1749229200@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Guided scramble - Tryfan North Ridge (Private Booking)
DESCRIPTION:Scramble the North Ridge of Tryfan \n \n 
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/guided-scramble-tryfan-north-ridge-private-booking-2/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Enjoying-the-view-from-the-North-Tower-North-Ridge-of-Tryfan.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250531T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20241208T164534Z
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UID:10001006-1748682000-1748797200@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:'Classic Rock' Climbing Course (Lake District) - Open course
DESCRIPTION:‘Open’ course available for individual booking. \n£270 per person for two days\, based on a 1:2 ratio with two people attending.
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/classic-rock-climbing-course-lake-district-open-course/
LOCATION:Lake District\, Cumbria\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/IMG_3596-scaled.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250531T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20250403T133533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T094352Z
UID:10001025-1748678400-1748797200@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Essential Mountain Safety Course - Open Course
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is heading for the hills and mountains these days\, which is great. But a ‘National Park’ with mountains isn’t the same as a walk in the local park. That’s all too evident from the number and nature of Mountain rescue call-outs – including fatalities. \nDon’t get caught out because you simply didn’t know or understand what you were getting yourself and your friends/family into. \nThis spring I’m giving priority to a number of weekend Essential Mountain Safety Courses. These courses will take place in the Lake District and Eryri (Snowdonia). Each mountain safety course is two-days long and will include a guided mountain walk packed with learning to make you independent  – but safe. \nWhat does the course cover?\n\nPlanning a day’s route in the mountains\nAccessing weather forecasts and understanding the effects of the weather\nClothing and equipment\nNavigation using apps – pros\, cons\, and understanding what you are getting from various apps\nNavigation using map and compass\nNavigation using dedicated GPS unit\nMovement on different terrain\nAssessing risks and making decisions\nEmergency procedures and emergency equipment\n\nWhat does it cost? \nThe cost is only £116 per person for the two days\, based on a full course of six people (Ratio 1:6 instructor:student).
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/essential-mountain-safety-course-4/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Pinnacles-on-Bristly-Ridge.jpeg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20241208T163031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T164026Z
UID:10000998-1746867600-1746982800@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Rock Climbing Course (Peak District)  - Open Course
DESCRIPTION:‘Open’ rock climbing course available for booking on an individual basis. \n£145 per person for two days\, based on 4 people attending.
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/rock-climbing-course-peak-district-open-course-2/
LOCATION:Peak District\, Hathersage\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Rock-Climbing-Courses-in-the-Peak-District-at-Stanage-Edge.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250510T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20250403T132659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T100342Z
UID:10001023-1746864000-1746982800@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Essential Mountain Safety Course - Open Course
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is heading for the hills and mountains these days\, which is great. But a ‘National Park’ with mountains isn’t the same as a walk in the local park. That’s all too evident from the number and nature of Mountain rescue call-outs – including fatalities. \nDon’t get caught out because you simply didn’t know or understand what you were getting yourself and your friends/family into. \nThis spring I’m giving priority to a number of weekend Essential Mountain Safety Courses. These courses will take place in the Lake District and Eryri (Snowdonia). Each mountain safety course is two-days long and will include a guided mountain walk packed with learning to make you independent  – but safe. \nWhat does the course cover?\n\nPlanning a day’s route in the mountains\nAccessing weather forecasts and understanding the effects of the weather\nClothing and equipment\nNavigation using apps – pros\, cons\, and understanding what you are getting from various apps\nNavigation using map and compass\nNavigation using dedicated GPS unit\nMovement on different terrain\nAssessing risks and making decisions\nEmergency procedures and emergency equipment\n\nWhat does it cost? \nThe cost is only £116 per person for the two days\, based on a full course of six people (Ratio 1:6 instructor:student).
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/essential-mountain-safety-course-2/
LOCATION:Lake District\, Cumbria\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Wasdale-Head-seen-from-Mickledore-scaled.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20250403T133424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T094235Z
UID:10001024-1746259200-1746378000@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Essential Mountain Safety Course - Open Course
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is heading for the hills and mountains these days\, which is great. But a ‘National Park’ with mountains isn’t the same as a walk in the local park. That’s all too evident from the number and nature of Mountain rescue call-outs – including fatalities. \nDon’t get caught out because you simply didn’t know or understand what you were getting yourself and your friends/family into. \nThis spring I’m giving priority to a number of weekend Essential Mountain Safety Courses. These courses will take place in the Lake District and Eryri (Snowdonia). Each mountain safety course is two-days long and will include a guided mountain walk packed with learning to make you independent  – but safe. \nWhat does the course cover?\n\nPlanning a day’s route in the mountains\nAccessing weather forecasts and understanding the effects of the weather\nClothing and equipment\nNavigation using apps – pros\, cons\, and understanding what you are getting from various apps\nNavigation using map and compass\nNavigation using dedicated GPS unit\nMovement on different terrain\nAssessing risks and making decisions\nEmergency procedures and emergency equipment\n\nWhat does it cost? \nThe cost is only £116 per person for the two days\, based on a full course of six people (Ratio 1:6 instructor:student).
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/essential-mountain-safety-course-3/
LOCATION:Snowdonia\, Capel Curig\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/The-Pinnacles-on-Bristly-Ridge.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250503T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T141549
CREATED:20241208T165240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250223T163922Z
UID:10001009-1746259200-1746378000@thesummitisoptional.com
SUMMARY:Classic G2-G3 Scrambling Course (Eryri/Snowdonia) - Open course
DESCRIPTION:‘Open’ course available for individual booking. \n£270 per person for two days\, based on a 1:2 ratio with two people attending.
URL:https://thesummitisoptional.com/event/classic-g2-g3-scrambling-course-eryri-snowdonia-open-course-2/
LOCATION:Lake District\, Cumbria\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Summer
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://thesummitisoptional.com/wp-content/uploads/Scrambling-G2-3-10_8.jpeg
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