This one-day course for mountain walkers/hikers will provide an introduction to scrambling so that you can take on your own journeys more safely. The day will include:- How to plan…
This one-day course for mountain walkers/hikers will provide an introduction to scrambling so that you can take on your own journeys more safely. The day will include:- How to plan…
Negotiating the pinnacles on Pinnacle Ridge, St Sunday Crag Booking and Prices If you'd like to know more about scrambling Pinnacle Ridge on St Sunday Crag in the Lake District, then…
Introduction Why not join us for our guided winter ascents of the major Lake District peaks? Winter is the best time in the mountains. The views are so much more…
Introduction A lone walker stands out against the snowy summits of the Mamores while descending from Stob Ban These beginners’ tips for winter mountain walking and mountaineering in the UK…
Introduction Cam Crag Ridge is one of the Lake District's best scrambles - for those in the know. It offers everything the scrambler could want. There are stunning views, excellent…
Introduction A guided walk up the Old Man of Coniston, or a winter skills course, will take you to stunning mountain views and show you some of the Lake District's…
Introduction A winter skills course in Scotland, or the Lake District, is the perfect way to progress from being a summer mountain walker to a winter mountaineer. Nobody should underestimate…
Introduction Our scrambling courses in the Lake District give you the ideal opportunity to explore the more rugged and dramatic routes up mountains. They will also expand your repertoire of…
Introduction Coming on an advanced navigation course or GPS navigation course in the Lake District will give you the knowledge and skills you need to go anywhere in the mountains, and…
A grim few days in the Ogwen Valley.Callout 20+23: 16+22 Feb - Glyder Fach/Tryfan.Callout 22. After a day on the hills, a couple was descending the main face of Glyder Fach when one slipped on a patch of grass and fell approximately 10 metres. Her walking partner fell while trying to reach her and suffered a suspected fractured wrist and head injuries but called for help and began CPR. @air_ambulance was unable to access the casualty, so 2 hill groups walked in, and a third group was dropped by @maritimecoastguard helicopter at cloudbase near Llyn Bochlwyd. On arrival, the walking partner was treated for their injuries and walked out by team members. Sadly, the fallen casualty did not survive and was stretchered down to below cloudbase for a helicopter pick up and taken to Oggie base.Callout 23. A group was ascending the north-ridge when one of them fell 20 metres into steep terrain. Passers-by with climbing equipment abseiled down and made her safe, and a team member already nearby made his way down and started CPR. Colleagues from @welshambulanceservice stood by at base while the @maritimecoastguard helicopter dropped team members onto the mountain. Unfortunately, the casualty had not survived her injuries, and she was brought down to Oggie base.The thoughts of all involved are with the casualties families and friends, thank you to all the members of the public who tried to help.Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Organisation are all volunteers on call day and night, 24/7, ready to help anyone who needs help in the mountains, rivers, and local community.www.paypal.com/gb/fundraiser/charity/3226232?fbclid=IwY2xjawEnFctleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHRODqIIyZdRVuSs...@333ovmro @blizzardsurvivalproducts @alpkit @helixoperations @parc_eryri @ordnancesurvey @cotswoldoutdoor_betwsstores @plasybreninofficial @paramooutdoor @mountainequipment @hellyhansen Remote Area Risk International @rescue3europe @cascaderescue @cmcpro_official @fenixlightuk @streamlight_europe @teufelbergersafetyrescue @kask_safety @northwalespolice @ygedbangor @zipworldfforestcaffi @wrsrescue @ruthleeltd #sarloc @dmm_wales @rohanshopbetws @heddlugogleddcymru Sarloc Rescue #parceryri #mountainrescueenglandandwales #mountainrescue #tryfan #glyderau ... See MoreSee Less