AVALANCHE AWARENESS
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Avalanches occur very frequently throughout the Scottish winter and regularly injure mountaineers and climbers. By studying the theory of how snow changes structure and forms avalanche hazards, assessing the risk of the hazards and making real decisions based on our assessments we can learn how to travel safely in the hills in winter.
An avalanche awareness course requires some winter walking experience and knowledge of the use of ice axes and crampons so we can search out the most interesting snow and assess the avalanche risk there. You will come away with an in depth knowledge of how snow works, how to assess the risk and how to avoid it, giving you the confidence to explore the winter hills in safety. Avalanches are predictable and avoidable. Make sure you have the skills to enjoy the winter mountains without getting caught up in one. We can run avalanche awareness courses on any day of the week so get in touch to check our availability and make a booking. |
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Private Instruction
Prices are per day:
1 person - £275
2 people - £300
3 people - £325
4 people - £350
5 people - £375
6 people - £400
Please Contact Us to check our availability or to get a quote for larger groups.
Prices are per day:
1 person - £275
2 people - £300
3 people - £325
4 people - £350
5 people - £375
6 people - £400
Please Contact Us to check our availability or to get a quote for larger groups.
To make sure you get the most out of your day we've included the following:
- Kit list
- Helmet
- Safety Brief
- Experienced Mountain Leader or Mountaineering Instructor
- Action photos
The weather in the Scottish mountains can change in a matter of minutes. Snow is likely and it can regularly feel as cold as -20 degrees Celsius on the summits. Make sure you are ready for your day by packing the items on the list below.
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To wear
Thermal base layers – polyester or woollen, no cotton Warm fleece Walking trousers – no jeans Spare fleece or synthetic insulating layer Waterproof jacket and trousers with side zips Warm hat and gloves (spare gloves recommended) Stiff walking boots – B2 or B3 rated |
Other equipment
Rucksack – roughly 30 litres Mountaineering ice axe and crampons Helmet Lunch and spare food 1 litre flask or water bottle Head torch Ski goggles Map and compass Whistle Walking poles (recommended but not essential) Sunglasses & sun cream Mobile phone in a waterproof case Camera Personal 1st Aid Kit - plasters, blister kit, all normal medication including asthma inhaler if you have one |
If you need winter equipment Scottish Mountain Hire in Fort William hire out winter boots, crampons and ice axes. They can also supply 30 litre rucksacks and clear goggles. Please contact them directly to book:
info@mountainhire.co.uk | +44 (0) 7752587388
info@mountainhire.co.uk | +44 (0) 7752587388
