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Lake District Mountaineering

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Mountain Leader: Assessment Course

📍 CA13 9XA

##OVERVIEW This Mountain Leader training course involves a minimum of 60 hours training over a 5 day period with mountain professionals. This course assesses candidates on all aspects of the Mountain Leader syllabus.  -The results: Pass, Defer, Fail, Not yet completed, Withdrew, Did not show. -There is no exemption from any element of the assessment. -Practical reassessments cannot take place within three months of the initial assessment to allow sufficient time for practice and preparation. -All deferral reassessments must be completed within five years of the original assessment. -Candidates may undertake two short reassessments after a defer result. Subsequently a full assessment must be undertaken  Once qualified, candidates can lead groups in mountain, hill and moorland environments.  They are able to manage walking groups safely in summer conditions.  The Mountain Leader assessment lasts for five days, including a three day expedition with two overnight camps. You will be assessed in the skills below, in accordance with the Mountain Leader syllabus that is detailed in the handbook.  ##SKILLS COVERED: ###Leader responsibilities -Responsibilities as a group leader with regards to the care and safety of the group.  -Safety management, your own leadership behaviours and ethos as well as dealing with hazards and emergencies. ###Leadership and decision making -Vision - Support - Challenge  -INSPIRE leadership models  ###Planning and weather -Main air streams, the likely temperature and humidity of the air masses involved. -Sequence of clouds that might indicate an incoming front and see if you can identify those clouds when out on the hill. ###Hazards and emergency procedures -Party management in steep ground  -Emergency rope work  -First aid, emergency carries and calling MRT  -Water hazards on the hill ###Equipment -Understand personal and group kit  -Additional leader equipment  -Group needs, water, food and overall nutrition ###Walking skills -Pace, rhythm, foot placement, conservation of energy, balance, and coordination. -Individual movement, demonstration and coaching skills ###Navigation -Navigation is a fundamental skill in mountain walking and leaders must be confident of their route no matter how limited the visibility.  -We will develop navigation skills towards the Mountain Leader standard and help you become efficient, accurate and confident.  ###Expedition -Undertake a two day, one night overnight camp.  -Learn how to become an effective and responsible camper and supervise mountain camps. ###Teaching and learning skills -Teach and promote learning to ensure safe and enjoyable hill walking. ###Access, conservation and the environment -Learn about flora, fauna, geology, landform processes (geomorphology), local history, heritage and language, place names, folklore, the evolution of our landscape and future challenges. ###Background knowledge -An awareness of the history, traditions and ethics of recreational mountain walking in the UK and Ireland.

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Summer Mountaineering: Intro

📍 LA22 9JU

##OVERVIEW This is an introduction to mountaineering and covers the expectations for moving in big boots on easy rock climbs and alpine style terrain.  Gain exposure, learn to move on a rope and tackle scrambles up to Grade III and easy climbs up to the grade of Diff. Two days, being guided in the mountains, accessing some of the best scrambles in the Lake District.  ##COURSE OUTLINE This course is for people looking to develop their knowledge to progress into grade III scrambling ground and easy climbs, to progress their mountaineering skills and efficiency to head to the Alps or tackle the Cuillin Ridge (as an example).  We are hoping to equip you for all scrambling and mountaineering terrain that can be found in the UK.  LDM will literally show you the ropes and help you to access terrain on higher end scrambles. We are looking to develop your overall understanding of mountain scrambling and allow you to broaden your experience levels on some classic Lakeland scrambles with a qualified expert. ​​ ###Guided Technical Scramble -Two days of guided scrambling on a challenging routes to teach and demonstrate relevant skills. ###Emphasis on route-finding, protection placement, and efficient movement. -Gear and Equipment -Gear selection for technical scrambling. -Proper fitting of helmets, harnesses, and specialised equipment. ###Advanced Scrambling Techniques -Focus on precise footwork, handholds, and body positioning on technical terrain. -Introduction to down climbing techniques. ###Rope Work for Scramblers -Introduction to basic knots and hitches. -Roped movement as a team on exposed terrain, with the guide leading the scrambles. ###Use of Protection -Proper placement and assessment of natural and artificial protection. -Abseiling techniques for steep descents. ##SKILLS COVERED -Technical gear and its application -Fundamental climbing skills -Tying in, belaying -Placing and removing gear -Movement coaching and climbing styles -Moving as a rope team -Basic rope work as necessary to the day -Descent - being lowered & abseiling

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Mountain Skills & Wild Camp

📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW This is a 3-day mountain skills course for up to 6 people, offering a comprehensive approach to hill walking with the added experience of wild camping. The course begins with an introductory day and a guided mountain journey where we will look at the foundational skills for hill walking and navigation. This is followed by a one-night mini expedition focused on navigation and campcraft skills. This hands-on wild camping experience is both exciting and practical, helping you develop self-sufficiency in the hills. We’ll meet at Honister Slate Mine and explore the surrounding mountains. The mini expedition takes place in the Central Fells, with options to start from Honister, Seathwaite, or Langstrath. ##SKILLS COVERED: -Mountain walking planning & preparation -Map reading and compass use -Navigation in poor visibility and at night -Weather interpretation & reading synoptic charts -Efficient walking and movement techniques -Clothing and equipment selection -Campcraft and tent pitching -Wild camping basics -Environmental awareness and Leave No Trace -Hazard recognition and emergency procedures

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Walking

Mountain Skills (2 Day)

📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW The Hill & Mountain Skills course is designed to build your confidence and competence for independent adventures in UK mountain walking. ##SKILLS COVERED: ###Planning How to successfully plan a walk in the mountains in the UK or Ireland. ###Walking skills What things should you consider while out walking and what can make life easier (pace, nutrition, movement skills, steep ground etc.). ###Clothing and equipment Being suitably dressed and equipped can make the difference between a great day out and a complete disaster. ###Weather How it affects the mountains and your day out. ###Navigation in the mountains Everything from selecting a compass and using a map to navigation in poor visibility and an intro to GPS. ###Environmental knowledge How to minimise your impact on the hill, information on good practice and useful organisations. ###Hazards and emergency procedures in the mountains How to respond to any hazards you encounter and what to do in an emergency.

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Climbing

Summer Mountaineering: Advanced

📍 LA22 9JU

##OVERVIEW This course is your next step after gaining confidence on exposed scrambling and roped terrain. Designed for scramblers, hillwalkers, and mountaineers, this programme teaches the core rope skills and mountain techniques needed to tackle more technical routes safely and efficiently. Over two full days in the Lake District, you’ll work with qualified mountain professionals to learn how to use the rope, place basic protection, read terrain, and make sound decisions in exposed mountain environments. This course prepares you to move confidently on Grade II–III scrambles and easy mountaineering routes, whether in the UK or abroad. ##COURSE OUTLINE ###Planning & Preparation You’ll learn how to plan a safe and enjoyable mountain day, including interpreting the weather and choosing an appropriate objective. We’ll cover how to choose and use your kit effectively — from helmets and harnesses to ropes and basic protection — so you can move confidently across varied mountain environments. ###Rope Systems & Team Movement Develop core rope skills as we guide you through handling, managing, and moving safely as part of a roped team. You’ll practice belaying fundamentals in a mountain setting and learn how to coordinate movement efficiently with your partners on exposed terrain. ###Protection & Anchors Gain practical experience with basic protection and anchor techniques. You’ll learn how to place and assess gear such as nuts, hexes, slings, and cams, and practise building secure anchors. Abseiling and lowering methods are also taught so you can descend safely or retreat when needed. ###Movement & Terrain Skills Refine your scrambling and climbing technique, focusing on footwork, hand positioning, and movement efficiency. You’ll practise route finding on varied terrain, learn to manage exposure with calm and composure, and develop strategies for controlled retreat or descent in challenging conditions Throughout the course you’ll apply these skills on real lake district routes, building practical experience in a structured and supportive environment. ##SKILLS COVERED -Planning a safe mountain day on graded scrambles  -Rope handling and team movement techniques -Belaying on scrambles and easy climbs -Placing and assessing basic protection -Anchor building for safekeeping and retreat -Abseiling and lowering safely -Route choice and terrain interpretation -Movement skills on more technical rock and mountain terrain

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Climbing

Trad Climbing: Learn to Lead

📍 CA12 4RN

###OVERVIEW The Learn to Lead Trad Climbing course prepares you to confidently take the sharp end - leading climbs by placing protection, building secure belays, and moving decisively on rock. You’ll develop the skills to confidently place and trust nuts, cams, and hexes. ​ ###SKILLS COVERED: -Placing and assessing traditional protection on lead (nuts, cams, hexes) -Building secure, equalised anchors and belay systems- -Managing stances and changeovers for block leading and swinging leads -Efficient rope management and clipping techniques -Managing rope drag and extending runners -Lead climbing movement and route-reading on real rock -Dynamic risk assessing and decision-making while leading -Understanding fall potential and lead fall dynamics -Developing psychological strategies and managing fear on the sharp end -Belaying a lead climber and bringing up a second

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Walking

Mountain Skills & Wild Camp (South Lakes)

📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW This is a 3-day mountain skills course for up to 6 people, offering a comprehensive approach to hill walking with the added experience of wild camping. The course begins with an introductory day and a guided mountain journey where we will look at the foundational skills for hill walking and navigation. This is followed by a one-night mini expedition focused on navigation and campcraft skills. This hands-on wild camping experience is both exciting and practical, helping you develop self-sufficiency in the hills. We’ll meet at Stickle Ghyll car park and explore the surrounding mountains. The mini expedition takes place in the Central Fells, with options to start from Great Langdale, Coniston or Eskdale. ##SKILLS COVERED: -Mountain walking planning & preparation -Map reading and compass use -Navigation in poor visibility and at night -Weather interpretation & reading synoptic charts -Efficient walking and movement techniques -Clothing and equipment selection -Campcraft and tent pitching -Wild camping basics -Environmental awareness and Leave No Trace -Hazard recognition and emergency procedures

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Climbing

Trad Climbing: Intro

All ages
📅 2 Sep 2026
📍 CA12 4RN

##OVERVIEW An Intro to Trad course is designed to provide participants with the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary for safe and enjoyable rock climbing. This introductory course typically covers basic climbing techniques, equipment, tactics for outdoor climbing, and technical aspects such as rope work, belaying, placing traditional gear and understanding how to operate with nuts, cams and hexes.  This course is ideal for those looking for safe way in to the world of trad climbing, or for folk looking at moving from indoors to outdoors and take their climbing to the next level.  ##COURSE OUTLINE:  ###Background An awareness of the types of places you can climb in the UK and Ireland, how to use guidebooks and mobile devices to find crags and routes, crag etiquette and the work of the mountaineering councils. ###Physical Skills Fundamental movement skills and climbing styles are explored throughout the day.  Our instructors are on hand to offer coaching and introduce a foundation of climbing movement skills to you that will help towards your climbing progression.  ###Tactics for Outdoor Climbing  What to look for when climbing outside, route reading, looking at guidebooks, understanding the rock and how to operate on different rock types.  ###Footwear and Equipment Footwear and equipment selection and how to use the kit you choose. E.g. types of shoes, harnesses and technical gear such as: cams, nuts, hexes and ropes.  ###Technical Skills Tying into a harness, belaying and abseiling, predominately with a back up rope.  These are all fundamental climbing skills and we will teach you up to date best practice and build your understanding towards safe climbing practice. ###Hazards and Emergency Procedures Identifying hazards, managing risk, understanding common injuries, how to get help and the role of Mountain Rescue and associated emergency services.​ ##SKILLS COVERED:  -Technical gear and its application -Fundamental climbing skills -Tying in, belaying -Placing and removing gear -Movement coaching and climbing styles -Basic rope work as necessary to the day -Descent - being lowered & abseiling -Lots of climbing

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Introduction to Scrambling

📍 CA12 5XE

##OVERVIEW This course is for mountain walkers ready to progress onto grade I scrambles. You’ll learn essential skills to move safely over steep, rocky, and exposed terrain—building confidence on loose ground, rocky steps, and scree. There’s a strong focus on developing good mountain movement and a deeper understanding of efficient and safe walking in complex terrain. This unroped course is a practical introduction to scrambling, helping you tackle more adventurous lines to the summit with confidence. ##COURSE OUTLINE ​​###Gear and Preparation: We’ll start with a look at essential scrambling gear; focusing on footwear choice, helmets, and useful extras like gloves and emergency kit. You’ll also learn how to make the most of guidebooks, route descriptions, and digital tools to plan and prepare for your day. ###Movement Skills and Technique: A strong foundation in good movement is key to safe scrambling. We’ll work on footwork, balance, and body positioning - learning how to move fluidly and securely across rock. Handholds, three points of contact, and efficient movement will be practiced throughout. ###Understanding the Terrain: Scrambling is about making good decisions in dynamic terrain. Scrambling often means leaving the path and trusting your own judgment. We’ll focus on developing ‘follow your nose’ skills—learning how to read the rock in front of you and choose a line that’s safe and enjoyable. You’ll build the confidence to adapt on the move, respond to changing ground, and make smart decisions in real time ###Building Confidence on Steep Ground: As the course progresses, we’ll introduce a variety of scrambling situations to challenge and build your confidence - moving over slabs, negotiating short rocky steps, and handling simple down climbs. All activities are tailored to your ability, with plenty of support and coaching. ###Safety and Decision Making: We’ll explore how to plan a safe scrambling day from start to finish, including route choice, weather considerations, group dynamics, and basic emergency procedures. You’ll also learn how to stay on route, when to retreat, and what to do if things go wrong - including how to call for help if needed.

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ML Refresher – Navigating with 1:40k Harvey Maps

All ages
📍 CA12 5XE

##OVERVIEW This workshop is designed for individuals who have completed their Mountain Leader Training and wish to enhance their proficiency with smaller-scale maps (1:40,000 and 1:50,000). During the day, participants will engage in practical exercises to build confidence in the map, navigating through the landscape, we will help to refine navigation strategies. Utilising reflective practice, the course aims to bolster confidence, challenge assumptions, and align skills with the realities of ma

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Mountain Navigation: Improvers

All ages
📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW This 2 day navigation course is designed to take participants' navigation skills to the next level. It focuses on developing strategies and practical application, ensuring that participants leave with the confidence and proficiency to navigate in challenging outdoor environments. This course is designed for walkers looking to gain navigation experience, for those wanting a comprehensive course to hone their skills and improve their overall understanding towards safe mountain travel. ##COURSE OUTLINE ###Building on basics -Refreshing map types, choices and maps appropriate to terrain travelled ###Map Reading Skills -Understanding contour lines and terrain features in greater detail. ###Distance Estimation and Pacing -Developing more accurate measuring skills. -Pacing techniques for varying terrains. ###Fine-Tuning Compass Techniques -Compass use for precise navigation. -Following accurate bearings. ###Terrain Association and Feature Identification -Enhancing skills in relating map features to actual terrain. -Identifying micro-features and subtle terrain changes. ###Practical Navigation Exercises -Participants practice their improved navigation skills in outdoor scenarios. -Emphasis on using maps, compasses, and terrain association techniques. ##SKILLS COVERED: -Measure distances -Timing -Pacing  -Aiming off -Attack points -Intricate contours & ground interpretation -The compass and its features -Compass bearings & accurately following bearings across open ground  -Navigate away from marked paths  -Relocation tactics 

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Mountain Navigation: Intro

All ages
📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW This mountain navigation course provides a hands-on introduction to essential navigation skills for outdoor and mountainous terrain. You’ll learn practical map reading, compass use, and route planning to navigate confidently in hills, moorland, and mountains. The course emphasises real-world application in a controlled environment, ensuring you develop the skills to find your way safely and independently. ​##COURSE OUTLINE -Theory Session -Map choices, legend, scales and symbols -Understanding the Map -Features, contours & topography and grid references -Map Reading Skills -Orientating the map, feature association, recognising prominent landmarks, -Orienteering and Journey Planning -Measuring distances and forming solid strategies, relaying information from map to ground with pacing and timing -Compass Basics -Anatomy of the compass, its features and basic usage -Practical Navigation Exercises -Participants practice their navigation skills in a controlled outdoor setting with an emphasis on using maps, compasses, and orienteering techniques appropriate to the terrain travelled -Intro to GPS -Looking at appropriate apps and technology, whats recommended and what should be avoided ​ ##SKILLS COVERED -Choosing a map and map types -Grid references -Orientating the map -4 D's of navigation -Measuring distances -Timings -Navigating via linear features such as paths, walls and streams -Developing hand railing techniques -Basic contour interpretation​ -Intro to GPS

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ML Refresher – 2 Day Assessment Prep: with wild camp & night nav

All ages
📍 CA12 5XE

###COURSE OUTLINE This workshops offers two days in the mountains and covers all syllabus aspects of the ML. We will head out for an overnight camp and complete a mini expedition. (The only thing we don't cover is rope work, but we do have a workshop to cover this and it is not possible in the timeframe of the course) ###SKILLS COVERED -Understand aims and objectives for the expedition -Leadership in the scheme – vision, support, challenge -Coaching and broadening of knowledge towards navigation -Demonstrating the ML standard -Working towards blind legs & relocation techniques -All Camp craft skills needed for a comfortable night on assessment -Leadership at camp – nutrition, stoves and equipment -Night navigation exercise -Different scale maps and navigation on 1:40,000 -Environment and background knowledge -All round syllabus points – candidate led discussions -Debriefs, goal setting and individual feedback ###WORKSHOP PROVIDER CREDENTIALS Workshop provider: Sam Marsland (WMCI & ML course director) ###WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE EVENT Your CPD record - If you attend this event and it counts as CPD, your CPD point/s will automatically be added to your record in due course - you will not need to add it yourself.

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Mountain Navigation: Intro

All ages
📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW This mountain navigation course provides a hands-on introduction to essential navigation skills for outdoor and mountainous terrain. You’ll learn practical map reading, compass use, and route planning to navigate confidently in hills, moorland, and mountains. The course emphasises real-world application in a controlled environment, ensuring you develop the skills to find your way safely and independently. ​##COURSE OUTLINE -Theory Session -Map choices, legend, scales and symbols -Understanding the Map -Features, contours & topography and grid references -Map Reading Skills -Orientating the map, feature association, recognising prominent landmarks, -Orienteering and Journey Planning -Measuring distances and forming solid strategies, relaying information from map to ground with pacing and timing -Compass Basics -Anatomy of the compass, its features and basic usage -Practical Navigation Exercises -Participants practice their navigation skills in a controlled outdoor setting with an emphasis on using maps, compasses, and orienteering techniques appropriate to the terrain travelled -Intro to GPS -Looking at appropriate apps and technology, whats recommended and what should be avoided ​ ##SKILLS COVERED -Choosing a map and map types -Grid references -Orientating the map -4 D's of navigation -Measuring distances -Timings -Navigating via linear features such as paths, walls and streams -Developing hand railing techniques -Basic contour interpretation​ -Intro to GPS

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Trad Climbing: Development

📍 LA22 9JU

##OVERVIEW Our Trad Development Course is a holistic trad climbing course designed for more experienced climbers ready to take their trad climbing to the next level. Across four days, we’ll refine your movement, optimise gear placements, and build efficient, tactical approaches to every climb. You’ll expand your trad toolkit, gain confidence in your systems, and learn to climb smarter, harder, and with greater efficiency. ##OUTLINE ###Movement & Technique: Refine your climbing movement with technique coaching, focusing on body positioning, footwork, and efficient energy use on steeper or more technical terrain. ###Trad Gear & Systems: Fine-tune your gear placements, racking systems, and runner management for smoother leads. We'll cover strategies for placing gear under pressure, protecting crux sections and building solid, efficient belays at speed. ###Climbing Tactics: Improve your route reading, gear spotting, and lead tactics. Learn how to break down routes, manage pump, rest effectively, and strategise for successful onsights. ###Psychology & Mindset:: Work on managing fear, controlling nerves, and building mental resilience on the sharp end. Learn techniques to stay composed when it matters most. ###Lead Coaching: Climb more challenging routes (S-VS) under close guidance. Receive real-time feedback, personalised coaching, and video analysis (if applicable) to address individual areas of improvement. ###Decision Making: Sharpen your judgment: when to commit, when to place gear, and how to climb more decisively. Develop faster, more efficient decision-making strategies on lead. ###Self-Reliance & Safety:: Update and consolidate essential technical skills: lead belaying, holding leader falls, retreat strategies and personal abseils ##SKILLS COVERED:  -Refining movement skills and climbing efficiency -Route reading and tactical decision-making -Gear placement and trust-building -Building solid belays and efficient rope systems and change

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Trad Climbing: Improvers

📍 LA22 9JU

##OVERVIEW A Trad Development course will allow you to delve deeper into all aspects of trad climbing. This course typically covers climbing techniques and movement skills, equipment and tactics for outdoor climbing.  We will be looking more in depth at the technical aspects such as rope work, belaying, placing traditional gear and understanding how to operate with nuts, cams and hexes.  We are looking to build your understanding towards building solid belays, choosing appropriate anchors, equalising gear and being able to set up effectively and safely.  This course is ideal for those looking build their confidence in trad climbing; trusting gear, understanding forces, belaying and abseiling independently - all skills towards being a competent second climber.  ##COURSE OUTLINE:  ###Guided Rock Climb Initial guiding on relevant rock routes to demonstrate skills and keep our teaching in context ###Background An awareness of the types of places you can climb in the UK and Ireland, how to use guidebooks and mobile devices to find crags and routes, crag etiquette and the work of the mountaineering councils. ###Physical Skills Fundamental movement skills and climbing styles are explored throughout the course.  Our instructors are on hand to offer coaching and introduce more advanced climbing movement skills to you that will help towards your climbing progression.  ###Tactics for Outdoor Climbing  What to look for when climbing outside, route reading, looking at guidebooks, understanding the rock and how to operate on different rock types.  ###Footwear and Equipment Footwear and equipment selection and how to use the kit you choose. E.g. types of shoes, harnesses and technical gear such as: cams, nuts, hexes and ropes. ###Technical Skills Tying into a harness, belaying, how to abseil, undertaking a personal abseil with no safety rope (personal back up). These are all fundamental climbing skills and we will teach yo

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Mountain Navigation: Intro

📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW This mountain navigation course provides a hands-on introduction to essential navigation skills for outdoor and mountainous terrain. You’ll learn practical map reading, compass use, and route planning to navigate confidently in hills, moorland, and mountains. The course emphasises real-world application in a controlled environment, ensuring you develop the skills to find your way safely and independently. ​##COURSE OUTLINE -Theory Session -Map choices, legend, scales and symbols -Understanding the Map -Features, contours & topography and grid references -Map Reading Skills -Orientating the map, feature association, recognising prominent landmarks, -Orienteering and Journey Planning -Measuring distances and forming solid strategies, relaying information from map to ground with pacing and timing -Compass Basics -Anatomy of the compass, its features and basic usage -Practical Navigation Exercises -Participants practice their navigation skills in a controlled outdoor setting with an emphasis on using maps, compasses, and orienteering techniques appropriate to the terrain travelled -Intro to GPS -Looking at appropriate apps and technology, whats recommended and what should be avoided ​ ##SKILLS COVERED -Choosing a map and map types -Grid references -Orientating the map -4 D's of navigation -Measuring distances -Timings -Navigating via linear features such as paths, walls and streams -Developing hand railing techniques -Basic contour interpretation​ -Intro to GPS

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Summer Mountaineering: Alpine/Cuillin Prep

📍 LA22 9JU

##OVERVIEW The Alpine & Cuillin Ridge Skills course combines practical skill development with real-world mountain experience. Participants will work on essential Alpine and Cuillin techniques - including rope systems, exposure management, and multi-pitch scrambling - while spending extended periods on scrambles, easy climbs (up to Severe) and complex terrain. The emphasis is on learning by doing: building confidence, developing judgement, and gaining the endurance and experience required to approach long routes safely. By the end of the course, participants will have strengthened their technical abilities, broadened their knowledge base, and accumulated valuable “Alpine day mileage” in preparation for future objectives. ##COURSE OUTLINE This course is for people looking to develop their knowledge to progress into grade III scrambling ground and easy climbs, to progress their mountaineering skills and efficiency to head to the Alps or tackle the Cuillin Ridge (as an example).  We are hoping to equip you for all scrambling and mountaineering terrain that can be found in the UK.  LDM will literally show you the ropes and help you to access terrain on higher end scrambles. We are looking to develop your overall understanding of mountain scrambling and allow you to broaden your experience levels on some classic Lakeland scrambles with a qualified expert. ​​ ###Moving as a rope team Operating on sustained exposed ridge terrain, participants will practice moving efficiently with a partner or small group on technical ground. Emphasis is on using rope systems safely for both ascent and descent, managing pacing, and maintaining confidence and security for all members of the team over prolonged ridge sections. ###Fundamental scrambling systems: Travelling as a team on ropes, short roping and short pitching techniques, effective transitions between movement modes (walking → scrambling → climbing) Understanding when and why each technique is appropriate for the

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ML Refresher – 2 Day Assessment Prep: with wild camp & night nav

📍 CA12 5XE

###COURSE OUTLINE This workshops offers two days in the mountains and covers all syllabus aspects of the ML. We will head out for an overnight camp and complete a mini expedition. (The only thing we don't cover is rope work, but we do have a workshop to cover this and it is not possible in the timeframe of the course) ###SKILLS COVERED -Understand aims and objectives for the expedition -Leadership in the scheme – vision, support, challenge -Coaching and broadening of knowledge towards navigation -Demonstrating the ML standard -Working towards blind legs & relocation techniques -All Camp craft skills needed for a comfortable night on assessment -Leadership at camp – nutrition, stoves and equipment -Night navigation exercise -Different scale maps and navigation on 1:40,000 -Environment and background knowledge -All round syllabus points – candidate led discussions -Debriefs, goal setting and individual feedback ###WORKSHOP PROVIDER CREDENTIALS Workshop provider: Sam Marsland (WMCI & ML course director) ###WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE EVENT Your CPD record - If you attend this event and it counts as CPD, your CPD point/s will automatically be added to your record in due course - you will not need to add it yourself.

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Summer Mountaineering: MCI Scrambling Prep Course

📍 LA22 9JU

##OVERVIEW This course is designed to prepare aspiring Mountaineering and Climbing Instructors (MCI) for the demands of summer scrambling terrain. Focusing on movement skills, ropework, and decision-making in exposed ground, it bridges the gap between hillwalking and technical climbing. ##SKILLS COVERED -Route choice and reading scrambling ground (Grade 1–3) -Managing risk through positioning and decision-makinG -​​Principles of short roping and short pitching -Managing clients on exposed ground -Common pitfalls and good practice -Route planning and decision-making in complex terrain -Refining systems and personal efficiency -Understanding MCI expectations and assessment standards -Feedback and personal development planning

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ML Refresher – 2 Day Navigation Preparation

📍 CA12 5XE

###COURSE OUTLINE A 2-day practical Mountain Leader Navigation Preparation course designed to build confidence, consistency, and decision-making in real mountain terrain. You’ll work through progressive navigation scenarios that mirror Mountain Leader Training and Assessment standards, focusing on accuracy, judgement, and performance towards the ML standard. ###SKILLS COVERED Core Navigation Skills -Complex contour interpretation -Accurate compass bearings in complex terrain -Relocation techniques -Timing, pacing, and distance judgement -Route choice in pathless terrain Mountain Leader Application Skills -Planning safe and efficient mountain routes -Group management considerations during navigation -Decision-making in poor visibility or deteriorating conditions -Safe navigation strategies for remote or complex terrain -Understanding risk from a leader’s perspective Assessment-Level Practice -'Blind' navigation legs -Multi-stage route planning and execution -Realistic ML-style navigation legs and features

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Summer Mountaineering: Introduction

📍 LA22 9JU

##OVERVIEW This is an introduction to mountaineering and covers the expectations for moving in big boots on easy rock climbs and alpine style terrain.  Gain exposure, learn to move on a rope and tackle scrambles up to Grade III and easy climbs up to the grade of Diff. Two days, being guided in the mountains, accessing some of the best scrambles in the Lake District.  ##COURSE OUTLINE This course is for people looking to develop their knowledge to progress into grade III scrambling ground and easy climbs, to progress their mountaineering skills and efficiency to head to the Alps or tackle the Cuillin Ridge (as an example).  We are hoping to equip you for all scrambling and mountaineering terrain that can be found in the UK.  LDM will literally show you the ropes and help you to access terrain on higher end scrambles. We are looking to develop your overall understanding of mountain scrambling and allow you to broaden your experience levels on some classic Lakeland scrambles with a qualified expert. ​​ ###Guided Technical Scramble -Two days of guided scrambling on a challenging routes to teach and demonstrate relevant skills. ###Emphasis on route-finding, protection placement, and efficient movement. -Gear and Equipment -Gear selection for technical scrambling. -Proper fitting of helmets, harnesses, and specialised equipment. ###Advanced Scrambling Techniques -Focus on precise footwork, handholds, and body positioning on technical terrain. -Introduction to down climbing techniques. ###Rope Work for Scramblers -Introduction to basic knots and hitches. -Roped movement as a team on exposed terrain, with the guide leading the scrambles. ###Use of Protection -Proper placement and assessment of natural and artificial protection. -Abseiling techniques for steep descents. ##SKILLS COVERED -Technical gear and its application -Fundamental climbing skills -Tying in, belaying -Placing and removing gear -Movement coaching and climbing styles -Moving as a rope team -Basic rope work as necessary to the day -Descent - being lowered & abseiling

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Mountain Skills: Foundation Course (North Lakes)

📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW The Hill & Mountain Skills course is designed to build your confidence and competence for independent adventures in UK mountain walking. ##SKILLS COVERED: ###Planning How to successfully plan a walk in the mountains in the UK or Ireland. ###Walking skills What things should you consider while out walking and what can make life easier (pace, nutrition, movement skills, steep ground etc.). ###Clothing and equipment Being suitably dressed and equipped can make the difference between a great day out and a complete disaster. ###Weather How it affects the mountains and your day out. ###Navigation in the mountains Everything from selecting a compass and using a map to navigation in poor visibility and an intro to GPS. ###Environmental knowledge How to minimise your impact on the hill, information on good practice and useful organisations. ###Hazards and emergency procedures in the mountains How to respond to any hazards you encounter and what to do in an emergency.

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Mountain Navigation: Advanced

📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW Take your navigation skills to the next level with our intensive 3-day Advanced Navigation Course, designed for outdoor enthusiasts who already have solid foundational skills and want to operate confidently and independently in complex mountain terrain—both in daylight and after dark. Across three immersive days, you’ll refine advanced contour interpretation, strengthen your compass expertise, and build robust navigation strategies for poor visibility and challenging conditions. The final day transitions from day into night, giving you hands-on experience navigating in darkness—an essential skill for anyone heading into remote or unpredictable mountain environments. ##COURSE OUTLINE ###Skills Review & Calibration: A quick refresher to ensure everyone has consistent baseline skills. We’ll revisit core map reading and compass techniques before moving into more advanced applications. ###Map Types, Scales & Tactical Selection: Learn to select the best map for your intended terrain, and adapt techniques between OS maps and Harvey, and operate using different scale maps (1:25k, 1:40k) ###Advanced Contour Interpretation: Develop detailed terrain-reading skills - recognising micro-features, changes in slope aspect, complex contour patterns and changes in gradient for effective navigation. ###High-Level Compass Techniques: Master walking on bearings, drift management, attack points, back bearings, boxing around obstacles, and accurate navigation across 'featureless' or broken ground. ###Navigation Strategies for Poor Visibility: Integrate compass work, contour interpretation, and use collecting features to create reliable strategies in mist, cloud, or challenging visibility. ###Low-Visibility & Night Navigation Preparation: Learn the principles of navigating in darkness: -Torch management & equipment considerations -Bearings and feature recognition -Navigation pacing/timing adjustments after dark -Using subtle terrain cues, sound, and slope awareness ###Night Navigation Session: The final part of the course transitions from late afternoon into night. You will complete a series of structured navigation legs designed to develop confidence when operating in near-zero visibility, using compass work and terrain interpretation. This will take place on day 3 - where we will have later start and subsequently a later finish (~10pm depending on time of year). ##SKILLS COVERED: -Advanced contour interpretation -Micro-navigation -Measuring distance (timing & pacing) -Navigating across complex or featureless terrain -Aiming off, attack points & catching features -The compass: functions & precise bearings -Navigation in poor visibility -Relocation strategies -Route choice, safe decision-making & hazard avoidance -Night navigation techniques -Navigating away from paths and in remote terrain

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Mountain Leader: Assessment Course

📍 CA13 9XA

##OVERVIEW This Mountain Leader training course involves a minimum of 60 hours training over a 5 day period with mountain professionals. This course assesses candidates on all aspects of the Mountain Leader syllabus.  -The results: Pass, Defer, Fail, Not yet completed, Withdrew, Did not show. -There is no exemption from any element of the assessment. -Practical reassessments cannot take place within three months of the initial assessment to allow sufficient time for practice and preparation. -All deferral reassessments must be completed within five years of the original assessment. -Candidates may undertake two short reassessments after a defer result. Subsequently a full assessment must be undertaken  Once qualified, candidates can lead groups in mountain, hill and moorland environments.  They are able to manage walking groups safely in summer conditions.  The Mountain Leader assessment lasts for five days, including a three day expedition with two overnight camps. You will be assessed in the skills below, in accordance with the Mountain Leader syllabus that is detailed in the handbook.  ##SKILLS COVERED: ###Leader responsibilities -Responsibilities as a group leader with regards to the care and safety of the group.  -Safety management, your own leadership behaviours and ethos as well as dealing with hazards and emergencies. ###Leadership and decision making -Vision - Support - Challenge  -INSPIRE leadership models  ###Planning and weather -Main air streams, the likely temperature and humidity of the air masses involved. -Sequence of clouds that might indicate an incoming front and see if you can identify those clouds when out on the hill. ###Hazards and emergency procedures -Party management in steep ground  -Emergency rope work  -First aid, emergency carries and calling MRT  -Water hazards on the hill ###Equipment -Understand personal and group kit  -Additional leader equipment  -Group needs, water, food and overall nutrition ###Walking skills -Pace, rhythm, foot placement, conservation of energy, balance, and coordination. -Individual movement, demonstration and coaching skills ###Navigation -Navigation is a fundamental skill in mountain walking and leaders must be confident of their route no matter how limited the visibility.  -We will develop navigation skills towards the Mountain Leader standard and help you become efficient, accurate and confident.  ###Expedition -Undertake a two day, one night overnight camp.  -Learn how to become an effective and responsible camper and supervise mountain camps. ###Teaching and learning skills -Teach and promote learning to ensure safe and enjoyable hill walking. ###Access, conservation and the environment -Learn about flora, fauna, geology, landform processes (geomorphology), local history, heritage and language, place names, folklore, the evolution of our landscape and future challenges. ###Background knowledge -An awareness of the history, traditions and ethics of recreational mountain walking in the UK and Ireland.

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Mountain Navigation: Advanced

📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW Take your navigation skills to the next level with our intensive 3-day Advanced Navigation Course, designed for outdoor enthusiasts who already have solid foundational skills and want to operate confidently and independently in complex mountain terrain—both in daylight and after dark. Across three immersive days, you’ll refine advanced contour interpretation, strengthen your compass expertise, and build robust navigation strategies for poor visibility and challenging conditions. The final day transitions from day into night, giving you hands-on experience navigating in darkness—an essential skill for anyone heading into remote or unpredictable mountain environments. ##COURSE OUTLINE ###Skills Review & Calibration: A quick refresher to ensure everyone has consistent baseline skills. We’ll revisit core map reading and compass techniques before moving into more advanced applications. ###Map Types, Scales & Tactical Selection: Learn to select the best map for your intended terrain, and adapt techniques between OS maps and Harvey, and operate using different scale maps (1:25k, 1:40k) ###Advanced Contour Interpretation: Develop detailed terrain-reading skills - recognising micro-features, changes in slope aspect, complex contour patterns and changes in gradient for effective navigation. ###High-Level Compass Techniques: Master walking on bearings, drift management, attack points, back bearings, boxing around obstacles, and accurate navigation across 'featureless' or broken ground. ###Navigation Strategies for Poor Visibility: Integrate compass work, contour interpretation, and use collecting features to create reliable strategies in mist, cloud, or challenging visibility. ###Low-Visibility & Night Navigation Preparation: Learn the principles of navigating in darkness: -Torch management & equipment considerations -Bearings and feature recognition -Navigation pacing/timing adjustments after dark -Using subtle terrain cues, sound, and slope awareness ###Night Navigation Session: The final part of the course transitions from late afternoon into night. You will complete a series of structured navigation legs designed to develop confidence when operating in near-zero visibility, using compass work and terrain interpretation. This will take place on day 3 - where we will have later start and subsequently a later finish (~10pm depending on time of year). ##SKILLS COVERED: -Advanced contour interpretation -Micro-navigation -Measuring distance (timing & pacing) -Navigating across complex or featureless terrain -Aiming off, attack points & catching features -The compass: functions & precise bearings -Navigation in poor visibility -Relocation strategies -Route choice, safe decision-making & hazard avoidance -Night navigation techniques -Navigating away from paths and in remote terrain

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Mountain Skills: Foundation Course (South Lakes)

📍 LA22 9JU

##OVERVIEW The Hill & Mountain Skills course is designed to build your confidence and competence for independent adventures in UK mountain walking. ##SKILLS COVERED: ###Planning How to successfully plan a walk in the mountains in the UK or Ireland. ###Walking skills What things should you consider while out walking and what can make life easier (pace, nutrition, movement skills, steep ground etc.). ###Clothing and equipment Being suitably dressed and equipped can make the difference between a great day out and a complete disaster. ###Weather How it affects the mountains and your day out. ###Navigation in the mountains Everything from selecting a compass and using a map to navigation in poor visibility and an intro to GPS. ###Environmental knowledge How to minimise your impact on the hill, information on good practice and useful organisations. ###Hazards and emergency procedures in the mountains How to respond to any hazards you encounter and what to do in an emergency.

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Mountain Skills (2 Day)

📍 CA12 5XN

##OVERVIEW The Hill & Mountain Skills course is designed to build your confidence and competence for independent adventures in UK mountain walking. ##SKILLS COVERED: ###Planning How to successfully plan a walk in the mountains in the UK or Ireland. ###Walking skills What things should you consider while out walking and what can make life easier (pace, nutrition, movement skills, steep ground etc.). ###Clothing and equipment Being suitably dressed and equipped can make the difference between a great day out and a complete disaster. ###Weather How it affects the mountains and your day out. ###Navigation in the mountains Everything from selecting a compass and using a map to navigation in poor visibility and an intro to GPS. ###Environmental knowledge How to minimise your impact on the hill, information on good practice and useful organisations. ###Hazards and emergency procedures in the mountains How to respond to any hazards you encounter and what to do in an emergency.

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