We’ve all had days out in the mountains that haven’t gone as we expected. Sometimes that’s unavoidable, but usually, with a bit of forward planning and a willingness to be flexible, a rewarding day can be almost guaranteed. Here are seven things to think about:
Read MoreUsing line features (paths, streams, walls, etc) as a primary source of info when navigating in the mountains is very common, but in reality they are more useful as a secondary source of info, and this is why:
Camping in the high fells is one of the best ways to get away from all the busyness that fills our lives. It gives me time and space to slow down and to reconnect with nature. One of the best things about running MLA courses is the time spent out on expedition in the mountains. I love having breakfast in bed in my tent and then snuggling back into my sleeping bag for 15 minutes – a great way to start the day.
Read MoreThe Langdale valley provided some very atmospheric conditions for our Personal Scrambling Skills workshop on Saturday. Our four candidates had a great day, brushing up their existing skills and learning lots of new tricks. The course covered the following aspects:
Read MoreLast week we had a great day out on Blencathra - me, Sam, Sam's friend Joel, and Pippa. Perfect weather and great company!
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