WINTER CLIMBING PROGRESSION
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Scottish winter climbing is a unique combination of climbing style, variable conditions and weather, and spectacular scenery, all within reach from a warm hotel in town! With our Winter Climbing Progression course you can benefit from the experience of our instructors and make the most of every day you get out climbing.
Whether you are fairly new to winter climbing or already have plenty of mileage under your belt, there is something for everyone with our tailor made courses. Book an instructor to learn new skills or develop those you already have. A Winter Climbing Progression course will get you on routes at grade III and above and give you the skills to start tackling these routes on your own. If you would prefer to be guided on some classic routes we can do this too. Take a look at our Classic Winter Climbing and Guided Winter Climbing pages for more information. |
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We can run private Winter Climbing Progression courses on any day of the week and these can be tailored to suit your aspirations and previous experience. Get in touch to check our availability and make a booking.
Private Instruction
Prices are per day:
1 person - £300
2 people - £325
Please Contact Us to check our availability or to get a quote for larger groups.
Prices are per day:
1 person - £300
2 people - £325
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 and harness
- Ropes and technical equipment
- Safety Brief
- Experienced 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 35 litres Technical ice axes and crampons Helmet and harness Belay plate and carabiner Lunch and spare food 1 litre flask or water bottle Headtorch 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
