Looking to boost your hiking knowledge?
Want to get off on the right foot?
Are you new to the world of hiking and want to start off on the right foot? Maybe you're scared of heights and want to overcome any anxiety you have about being in the hills. Do you want to be able to confidently tackle routes alone but need the experience and skills?
The Peak District and some areas of the Lake District are great places to start and incredible locations for hiking, but it can be intimidating for those who lack the experience. However, with a bit of knowledge and preparation, you can increase your confidence and enjoy the beauty the area has to offer.
One way to boost your hiking confidence is to attend a hiking workshop like this one. These workshops are designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge necessary to tackle different types of terrain, learn about navigation, safety, equipment and techniques for tackling steep or rocky ground.
Finally, it's important to remember that hiking is a journey, not a destination. Don't be afraid to start small and gradually build up your skills and confidence. With time and practice, you'll be able to tackle more challenging hikes.
What we will cover on a 2 day course:
NOTE: These two day courses are at a leisurely pace and we will cover between 8-10km per day
- Using different map scales and map symbols
- Orienting a map using compass and features
- Estimate times and distances on map
- Differentiate between up and down hill
- Recognise peaks, valleys, cols, ridges etc...
- Start using handrails
- Look at how you can plan routes
- Hazards and risk assesing
- Emergency procedures
- Clothing and kit
- Dealing with fear of heights and exposure
- Tackling steep and rocky ground
- Movement skills over trickier terrain
- Looking at the weather and how it affects hikers
Up coming 2024 courses:
£180 per person 4:1 guiding ratio
Please contact for dates and availability
Who's Emma?
In short ... I'm a fully qualified and insured Mountain Leader and NNAS Bronze/Silver course provider. In my spare time, I'm a Search Technician with my local search and rescue team yorksar.co.uk. Since 2015, I have been working with the guides and clients of Spanish Highs, Sierra Nevada in Spain. Now offering my mountain knowledge and trips throughout the UK and Ireland.