Learn the skills of hiking in the snowy Scottish hills, use of a walking ice axe and the correct use of crampons, then use these skills for a guided ascent of Ben Nevis.

A superb winter outing..!

 

Numbers will be limited to 12 persons and there will be 2 instructors for the 3 days.

Winter hiking clothing will be essential, e.g. good winter gloves, goggles and waterproof pants and winter jacket that actually work will be required.

A full kit list will be send nearer the time.

Ice axe, crampons and suitable winter boots will be available to hire from us at £25 per day for the lot, or you can use your own if you have them (subject to instructors approval).

This is a tough weekend requiring good stamina and fitness. Participants will need to be confident and competent summer hillwalkers and be comfortable on steep ground with a bit of exposure. 

 

Cost: €490

 

Grade: Strenuous

 

Duration: 5 Days (3 Days activities)