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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191207
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SUMMARY:7 Dec 2019 Map Interpretation Course
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nFar more than simple map reading\, map interpretation allows you to get an amazingly detailed picture of the ground using simple yet effective techniques. Once learned\, you will never look at a map in the same way again! On this valley based one-day course\, we spend the first couple of hours indoors exploring essential theory\, then we put it all into practice during a physically simple but mentally challenging valley walk. Suitable for all fans of the great outdoors\, including those who are looking for a skills refresher or a confidence booster\, this course is the perfect introduction to precise navigation. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/7-dec-2019-map-interpretation-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191205
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
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SUMMARY:4 Dec 2019 Relocation Skills
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nOkay… so you think you’re lost! Although knowing how to remedy the situation is largely judgemental (and I cannot teach judgement!)\, what I can do is illustrate how various combinations of techniques work\, and show you some classic adaptations. Based on a particularly featureless tract of moorland\, on this one-day course I concentrate on combining basic navigation skills in order to manage different scenarios. During the day I will try my utmost to get you lost!… and then show you a range of relocation and search techniques that allow you to work out your position. The techniques introduced on this course assume a comfortable working knowledge of basic navigation techniques including map interpretation\, compass work\, and estimating time and distance\, so I recommend you have at least a basic level of skill before attending. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/4-dec-2019-relocation-skills/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191205
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T075200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T075200Z
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SUMMARY:3-4 Dec 2019 Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 2
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost. \nYou do not need to know where you are all the time\, especially if you can combine and adapt basic navigation skills. On this course I show you some classic combinations\, and give you the confidence to roam across wild countryside. In effect\, this course offers you the freedom of the hills. \nCombining my Contour Recognition & Relocation Skills courses\, on this two-day course I revisit the basic skills and illustrate simple yet effective ways in which to interpret contour patterns. I then get you locationally challenged on a stretch of featureless moorland\, and introduce a range of options which allow you to work out your position with confidence. I guarantee you’ll never be “lost” again! \nThis course is the natural follow-on from my Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 1 course\, and I recommend that you have a comfortable working knowledge of both map interpretation and basic poor visibility techniques before attending. \n2-day courses – £170/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/3-4-dec-2019-mountain-moorland-navigation-stage-2/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191205
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190524T155813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T101458Z
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SUMMARY:3 Dec 2019 Strategic Leadership Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The IOL Strategic Leadership Workshop will be held on December 3rd and 4th at the Anderton Centre\, Chorley\, Lancashire. Book online here (reduced rate for SWOAPG Members). This is a premier CPD event for leaders\, managers and decision makers in the sector to come together to look at their organisations strategic direction and make plans for how to negotiate current and future challenges. There is a focus on shared learning and practical\, applied\, and inspirational input from IOL.\nAimed at: People with a senior and strategic role in their organisation – e.g. department head\, centre manager or outdoor advisor. Download the brochure.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/strategic-leadership-workshop/
LOCATION:Anderton Centre\, Chorley\, Lancashire\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191204
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T072116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T072116Z
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SUMMARY:3 Dec 2019 Contour Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nHaving the ability to “see” the landscape by relating the contour patterns to the shape of the ground (and vice versa) is an essential part of successful navigation in mountain and moorland environments. On this hill based one-day course\, I explain the concept of vertical scale\, and show you a range of simple techniques that enable you to visualise the shape of the ground from the map\, and to gauge where the contours run on the ground when looking at the landscape. Many of the techniques used assume a comfortable working knowledge of map interpretation\, so I recommend that you should either have attended my Map Interpretation course\, or that you have a reasonable grasp of map skills before attending this course. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/3-dec-2019-contour-recognition/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191202
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T132027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T132027Z
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SUMMARY:30 Nov-1 Dec 2019 Rescue Emergency Care First Aid Course
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2-day (16-hour) qualification related to Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and all the essentials for anyone working or spending time outdoors. \nPrice £130 per person.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/30-nov-1-dec-2019-rescue-emergency-care-first-aid-course/
LOCATION:Cardiff International White Water\, Watkiss Way\, Cardiff\, CF11 0SY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cardiff International White Water":MAILTO:info@ciww.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T072639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T072639Z
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SUMMARY:24 Nov 2019 Relocation Skills
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nOkay… so you think you’re lost! Although knowing how to remedy the situation is largely judgemental (and I cannot teach judgement!)\, what I can do is illustrate how various combinations of techniques work\, and show you some classic adaptations. Based on a particularly featureless tract of moorland\, on this one-day course I concentrate on combining basic navigation skills in order to manage different scenarios. During the day I will try my utmost to get you lost!… and then show you a range of relocation and search techniques that allow you to work out your position. The techniques introduced on this course assume a comfortable working knowledge of basic navigation techniques including map interpretation\, compass work\, and estimating time and distance\, so I recommend you have at least a basic level of skill before attending. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/24-nov-2019-relocation-skills/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T075117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T075117Z
UID:1127-1574467200-1574639999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:23-24 Nov 2019 Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 2
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost. \nYou do not need to know where you are all the time\, especially if you can combine and adapt basic navigation skills. On this course I show you some classic combinations\, and give you the confidence to roam across wild countryside. In effect\, this course offers you the freedom of the hills. \nCombining my Contour Recognition & Relocation Skills courses\, on this two-day course I revisit the basic skills and illustrate simple yet effective ways in which to interpret contour patterns. I then get you locationally challenged on a stretch of featureless moorland\, and introduce a range of options which allow you to work out your position with confidence. I guarantee you’ll never be “lost” again! \nThis course is the natural follow-on from my Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 1 course\, and I recommend that you have a comfortable working knowledge of both map interpretation and basic poor visibility techniques before attending. \n2-day courses – £170/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/23-24-nov-2019-mountain-moorland-navigation-stage-2/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190419T163354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T101523Z
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SUMMARY:23 Nov 2019 Mountain Training Lowland Leader Award Assessment Course
DESCRIPTION:Parkmill\, Gower \n£150 for the 2 day Assessment \nContact Gary Evans
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/191123-mountain-training-lowland-leader-award-assessment-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Evans Outdoors":MAILTO:garyswcro@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190419T163258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T101542Z
UID:633-1574467200-1574639999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:23 Nov 2019 Mountain Training Lowland Leader Award Training Course
DESCRIPTION:Parkmill\, Gower \n£140 for the 2 day course \nContact Gary Evans
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/191123-mountain-training-lowland-leader-award-training-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Evans Outdoors":MAILTO:garyswcro@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191124
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T072041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T072041Z
UID:1055-1574467200-1574553599@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:23 Nov 2019 Contour Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nHaving the ability to “see” the landscape by relating the contour patterns to the shape of the ground (and vice versa) is an essential part of successful navigation in mountain and moorland environments. On this hill based one-day course\, I explain the concept of vertical scale\, and show you a range of simple techniques that enable you to visualise the shape of the ground from the map\, and to gauge where the contours run on the ground when looking at the landscape. Many of the techniques used assume a comfortable working knowledge of map interpretation\, so I recommend that you should either have attended my Map Interpretation course\, or that you have a reasonable grasp of map skills before attending this course. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/23-nov-2019-contour-recognition/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191125
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T132439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T132439Z
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SUMMARY:22-24 Nov 2019 Rescue 3 WRT-PRO
DESCRIPTION:The Whitewater Rescue Technician – Professional (WRT-PRO) course is designed for professional river users who require a rescue capability in a whitewater environment\, e.g. raft guides\, safety kayakers and gorge walk leaders.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/22-24-nov-2019-rescue-3-wrt-pro/
LOCATION:Cardiff International White Water\, Watkiss Way\, Cardiff\, CF11 0SY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cardiff International White Water":MAILTO:info@ciww.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191121
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T144842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T144842Z
UID:1034-1574208000-1574294399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:20 Nov 2019 Micro-Navigation/Poor Visibility Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nMountain weather can change at an alarming speed\, especially in the British hills\, and once the mist is down even the easiest ground can become confusing and difficult. On this moorland based one-day course\, I teach a range of simple yet effective techniques which will allow you to find your way with confidence through the thickest weather. These include compass skills\, and time & distance estimation. Some of the micro-navigation techniques rely on a reasonable working knowledge of map interpretation\, so I recommend that you have at least a basic grasp of map skills before attending this course. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/20-nov-2019-micro-navigation-poor-visibility-techniques/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191119T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190524T154938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T101601Z
UID:771-1574190000-1574193600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:19 Nov 2019 Core Coach Supervision
DESCRIPTION:SWOAPG Members are able to book places on a series of IOL workshops on using Coaching in Outdoor Learning – see IOL Outdoor Learning Coaching for full details – and book online at https://www.outdoor-learning.org/Good-Practice/Develop-as-a-Professional/Specialist-Competencies/Coaching
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/core-coach-supervision/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191121
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T074332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T074332Z
UID:1107-1574121600-1574294399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:19-20 Nov 2019 Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 1
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost. \nDespite what you might think\, navigation is simple! All it requires is an understanding of a few basic\, straightforward skills which can be used anywhere and in any conditions. On this course\, I will teach you those skills! \nCombining my Map Interpretation & Micro Navigation/Poor Visibility Techniques courses\, on this two-day course I use day one to introduce the art of map interpretation\, which allows you to get an amazingly detailed picture of the ground. On day two\, I teach you a range of compass skills\, and show you how to estimate time and distance with great accuracy. \nThe continuity gained by attending for two consecutive days means that we often cover more ground than is possible on two\, separate one day sessions. This course is therefore a very cost-effective way of learning about navigation. \n2-day courses – £170/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/19-20-nov-2019-mountain-moorland-navigation-stage-1/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191120
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T144036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T144036Z
UID:1011-1574121600-1574207999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:19 Nov 2019 Map Interpretation Course
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nFar more than simple map reading\, map interpretation allows you to get an amazingly detailed picture of the ground using simple yet effective techniques. Once learned\, you will never look at a map in the same way again! On this valley based one-day course\, we spend the first couple of hours indoors exploring essential theory\, then we put it all into practice during a physically simple but mentally challenging valley walk. Suitable for all fans of the great outdoors\, including those who are looking for a skills refresher or a confidence booster\, this course is the perfect introduction to precise navigation. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/19-nov-2019-map-interpretation-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191118
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T131935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T131935Z
UID:965-1573862400-1574035199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:16-17 Nov 2019 Rescue Emergency Care First Aid Course
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2-day (16-hour) qualification related to Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and all the essentials for anyone working or spending time outdoors. \nPrice £130 per person.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/16-17-nov-2019-rescue-emergency-care-first-aid-course/
LOCATION:Cardiff International White Water\, Watkiss Way\, Cardiff\, CF11 0SY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cardiff International White Water":MAILTO:info@ciww.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191117
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190524T161651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190727T174954Z
UID:787-1573862400-1573948799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:16 Nov 2019 Institute for Outdoor Learning Conference
DESCRIPTION:The theme of the conference is ‘Discovery’ and the speakers are Rob Penn (TV presenter and author) and Crag Jones (mountaineer\, climber\, and first Welshman to summit Everest).  £30 for both individual and organisational members of IOL (including SWOAPG Members).  IOL members (including Corporate SWOAPG Members) can buy up to 4 tickets at this price for family members and friends.  £94 for non-members. Brochure here: Conference brochure 2019. \nThere will also be a wide choice of workshops\, talks and updates including: \n\nBuilding Resilience\nPassing Inspections\nThe New Welsh Curriculum\nBushcraft: Mindful Shelters\nBushcraft tools: their safety and use\nDiversity in the Outdoors\nJournalling in the outdoors\nA taster for ‘Fostering a Connection’\n\nThe Biennial General Meeting of IOL Cymru will be held on Friday 15th at 6pm (free to attend for IOL members even if you are not attending the conference).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/institute-for-outdoor-learning-conference/
LOCATION:Atlantic College\, Llantwit Major\, CF61 1WF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T144809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T144809Z
UID:1032-1573344000-1573430399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:10 Nov 2019 Micro-Navigation/Poor Visibility Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nMountain weather can change at an alarming speed\, especially in the British hills\, and once the mist is down even the easiest ground can become confusing and difficult. On this moorland based one-day course\, I teach a range of simple yet effective techniques which will allow you to find your way with confidence through the thickest weather. These include compass skills\, and time & distance estimation. Some of the micro-navigation techniques rely on a reasonable working knowledge of map interpretation\, so I recommend that you have at least a basic grasp of map skills before attending this course. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/10-nov-2019-micro-navigation-poor-visibility-techniques/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191111
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T074236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T074236Z
UID:1105-1573257600-1573430399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:9-10 Nov 2019 Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 1
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost. \nDespite what you might think\, navigation is simple! All it requires is an understanding of a few basic\, straightforward skills which can be used anywhere and in any conditions. On this course\, I will teach you those skills! \nCombining my Map Interpretation & Micro Navigation/Poor Visibility Techniques courses\, on this two-day course I use day one to introduce the art of map interpretation\, which allows you to get an amazingly detailed picture of the ground. On day two\, I teach you a range of compass skills\, and show you how to estimate time and distance with great accuracy. \nThe continuity gained by attending for two consecutive days means that we often cover more ground than is possible on two\, separate one day sessions. This course is therefore a very cost-effective way of learning about navigation. \n2-day courses – £170/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/9-10-nov-2019-mountain-moorland-navigation-stage-1/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191110
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T143953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T143953Z
UID:1009-1573257600-1573343999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:9 Nov 2019 Map Interpretation Course
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nFar more than simple map reading\, map interpretation allows you to get an amazingly detailed picture of the ground using simple yet effective techniques. Once learned\, you will never look at a map in the same way again! On this valley based one-day course\, we spend the first couple of hours indoors exploring essential theory\, then we put it all into practice during a physically simple but mentally challenging valley walk. Suitable for all fans of the great outdoors\, including those who are looking for a skills refresher or a confidence booster\, this course is the perfect introduction to precise navigation. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/9-nov-2019-map-interpretation-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191107
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T072602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T072602Z
UID:1073-1572998400-1573084799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:6 Nov 2019 Relocation Skills
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nOkay… so you think you’re lost! Although knowing how to remedy the situation is largely judgemental (and I cannot teach judgement!)\, what I can do is illustrate how various combinations of techniques work\, and show you some classic adaptations. Based on a particularly featureless tract of moorland\, on this one-day course I concentrate on combining basic navigation skills in order to manage different scenarios. During the day I will try my utmost to get you lost!… and then show you a range of relocation and search techniques that allow you to work out your position. The techniques introduced on this course assume a comfortable working knowledge of basic navigation techniques including map interpretation\, compass work\, and estimating time and distance\, so I recommend you have at least a basic level of skill before attending. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/6-nov-2019-relocation-skills/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191107
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T075041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T075041Z
UID:1125-1572912000-1573084799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:5-6 Nov 2019 Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 2
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost. \nYou do not need to know where you are all the time\, especially if you can combine and adapt basic navigation skills. On this course I show you some classic combinations\, and give you the confidence to roam across wild countryside. In effect\, this course offers you the freedom of the hills. \nCombining my Contour Recognition & Relocation Skills courses\, on this two-day course I revisit the basic skills and illustrate simple yet effective ways in which to interpret contour patterns. I then get you locationally challenged on a stretch of featureless moorland\, and introduce a range of options which allow you to work out your position with confidence. I guarantee you’ll never be “lost” again! \nThis course is the natural follow-on from my Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 1 course\, and I recommend that you have a comfortable working knowledge of both map interpretation and basic poor visibility techniques before attending. \n2-day courses – £170/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/5-6-nov-2019-mountain-moorland-navigation-stage-2/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191105
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191106
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T072007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T072007Z
UID:1053-1572912000-1572998399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:5 Nov 2019 Contour Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nHaving the ability to “see” the landscape by relating the contour patterns to the shape of the ground (and vice versa) is an essential part of successful navigation in mountain and moorland environments. On this hill based one-day course\, I explain the concept of vertical scale\, and show you a range of simple techniques that enable you to visualise the shape of the ground from the map\, and to gauge where the contours run on the ground when looking at the landscape. Many of the techniques used assume a comfortable working knowledge of map interpretation\, so I recommend that you should either have attended my Map Interpretation course\, or that you have a reasonable grasp of map skills before attending this course. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/5-nov-2019-contour-recognition/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191104
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T131744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T131744Z
UID:963-1572652800-1572825599@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:2-3 Nov 2019 Rescue Emergency Care First Aid Course
DESCRIPTION:This is a 2-day (16-hour) qualification related to Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and all the essentials for anyone working or spending time outdoors. \nPrice £130 per person.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/2-3-nov-2019-rescue-emergency-care-first-aid-course/
LOCATION:Cardiff International White Water\, Watkiss Way\, Cardiff\, CF11 0SY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Cardiff International White Water":MAILTO:info@ciww.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191028T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191028T235959
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T075006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T134808Z
UID:1123-1572220800-1572307199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:26-27 Oct 2019 Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 2
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost. \nYou do not need to know where you are all the time\, especially if you can combine and adapt basic navigation skills. On this course I show you some classic combinations\, and give you the confidence to roam across wild countryside. In effect\, this course offers you the freedom of the hills. \nCombining my Contour Recognition & Relocation Skills courses\, on this two-day course I revisit the basic skills and illustrate simple yet effective ways in which to interpret contour patterns. I then get you locationally challenged on a stretch of featureless moorland\, and introduce a range of options which allow you to work out your position with confidence. I guarantee you’ll never be “lost” again! \nThis course is the natural follow-on from my Mountain & Moorland Navigation – Stage 1 course\, and I recommend that you have a comfortable working knowledge of both map interpretation and basic poor visibility techniques before attending. \n2-day courses – £170/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/26-27-oct-2019-mountain-moorland-navigation-stage-2/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191028T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191028T235959
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T072529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T134752Z
UID:1071-1572220800-1572307199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:27 Oct 2019 Relocation Skills
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nOkay… so you think you’re lost! Although knowing how to remedy the situation is largely judgemental (and I cannot teach judgement!)\, what I can do is illustrate how various combinations of techniques work\, and show you some classic adaptations. Based on a particularly featureless tract of moorland\, on this one-day course I concentrate on combining basic navigation skills in order to manage different scenarios. During the day I will try my utmost to get you lost!… and then show you a range of relocation and search techniques that allow you to work out your position. The techniques introduced on this course assume a comfortable working knowledge of basic navigation techniques including map interpretation\, compass work\, and estimating time and distance\, so I recommend you have at least a basic level of skill before attending. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/27-oct-2019-relocation-skills/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191027
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190706T071933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T071933Z
UID:1051-1572048000-1572134399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:26 Oct 2019 Contour Recognition
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nHaving the ability to “see” the landscape by relating the contour patterns to the shape of the ground (and vice versa) is an essential part of successful navigation in mountain and moorland environments. On this hill based one-day course\, I explain the concept of vertical scale\, and show you a range of simple techniques that enable you to visualise the shape of the ground from the map\, and to gauge where the contours run on the ground when looking at the landscape. Many of the techniques used assume a comfortable working knowledge of map interpretation\, so I recommend that you should either have attended my Map Interpretation course\, or that you have a reasonable grasp of map skills before attending this course. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/26-oct-2019-contour-recognition/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191026
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190419T162637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T101658Z
UID:619-1571875200-1572047999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:24 Oct 2019 BCA LCMLA Level 1 Training Course
DESCRIPTION:Swansea Valley venue \n£155 for the 2 day course \nContact Gary Evans
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/191024-bca-lcmla-level-1-training-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Evans Outdoors":MAILTO:garyswcro@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191024
DTSTAMP:20260414T205416
CREATED:20190705T144737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T144737Z
UID:1030-1571788800-1571875199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:23 Oct 2019 Micro-Navigation/Poor Visibility Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Suitable for aspirant mountain leaders/instructors + those looking for a skills boost \nMountain weather can change at an alarming speed\, especially in the British hills\, and once the mist is down even the easiest ground can become confusing and difficult. On this moorland based one-day course\, I teach a range of simple yet effective techniques which will allow you to find your way with confidence through the thickest weather. These include compass skills\, and time & distance estimation. Some of the micro-navigation techniques rely on a reasonable working knowledge of map interpretation\, so I recommend that you have at least a basic grasp of map skills before attending this course. \n1-day courses – £90/person (maximum 4 people per course). \nAll courses bookable online at www.mountain-activities.com \n15% discount to SWOAPG members. Just use the code “SWOAPG” at checkout when booking online.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/23-oct-2019-micro-navigation-poor-visibility-techniques/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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