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Mon 9 Mar 26
Course Details: hill skills course north yorkshire

Location: Settle, North Yorkshire

Dates: 9–10 March 2026

Times: 10:00 to 16:30 on both days

Group Size: Maximum 8 participants

Price: £157

Experience Needed: None Settle BD24 0HG Build confidence. Learn to navigate. Explore the hills safely. Join our supportive 2-day Hill Skills course in Settle, North Yorkshire on 9–10 March 2026, led by Qualified Mountain Leader Nick Rowe. Designed for beginners and improvers, this practical weekend teaches the essential skills needed to walk confidently in hill and moorland terrain. Small group learning (maximum 8 people) ensures personal coaching, clear instruction and plenty of hands-on navigation practice. Who This Course Is For Perfect for anyone who wants to feel more confident outdoors, including: • Beginners and developing hillwalkers • Walkers who rely on others for navigation • Solo walkers building independence • Women wanting a supportive learning environment • Those progressing from low-level trails to hill & moorland • Anyone considering Lowland Leader or Hill & Moorland Leader pathways No experience needed. What You Will Learn Over the two days, you’ll develop practical, real-world skills including: Navigation & Route Skills • Reading maps confidently (OS & Harvey) • Using a compass effectively • Understanding contours and land features • Pacing, timing and simple navigation strategies • Using GPS tools safely and sensibly Safety & Planning • How to plan a safe day on the hills • Weather interpretation and adapting decisions • Hazard management and emergency procedures • Responsible outdoor access & Leave No Trace Movement & Hillwalking Essentials • Efficient movement on hill and moorland terrain • Clothing, equipment and smart packing • Energy management, nutrition and staying comfortable outdoors After This Course You Will Be Able To: ? Plan your own hillwalking routes ? Navigate confidently using map and compass ? Make informed decisions in changing weather ? Recognise terrain hazards and manage risk ? Walk independently in hill & moorland environments ? Begin your Mountain Training pathway (optional) ? Feel calmer, safer and mo... READ MORE>

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