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SUMMARY:11-12 Mar 2026 BCAB White Water Kayak Coach Training (by Adventure Beyond)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/11-12-mar-2026-bcab-white-water-kayak-coach-training-by-adventure-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260307T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251231T130345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T130348Z
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SUMMARY:7-8 Mar 2026 BCAB Paddlesport Touring Leader Training (by Adventure Beyond)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/7-8-mar-2026-bcab-paddlesport-touring-leader-training-by-adventure-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20260221T101803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T155533Z
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SUMMARY:6 Mar 2026 CPD Workshop: Learn about…Cribarth
DESCRIPTION:NB individual MTA Members may also now book onto this event at the SWOAPG Members’ rate – please enter ‘MTA’ and your membership No in the Business/Organisation box. \n\n\n\nCome and join Alan Bowring (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority’s Geopark Development Officer) for an exploration of the geology\, history and stories of this iconic mountain rising above the Swansea Valley. Participants will need suitable fitness\, clothing and equipment for a day’s mountain walk in the prevailing weather\, including packed lunch / snacks. Book ‘tickets’ using the buttons below. \n\n\n\nThis is one of our series of practical\, outdoor workshops providing opportunities for instructors and providers to learn about some of the areas we work in\, both for their own education and to enable them to help their clients to better appreciate these special places. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to all South Wales outdoor instructors and SWOAPG supporters\, for whom the following fees will apply: \n\n\n\n\nSWOAPG Members and Supporters: £20 for first employee\, £10 each for additional employee (regularly employed staff only\, up to 3 staff per Member in first instance\, please e-mail the organiser if you wish to book more places).\n\n\n\nNon-Members: £35 (which will include Associate Membership until 31 March 2026\, enabling you to attend other workshops before then at the Members’ rate).\n\n\n\n\nOnce you have booked\, the organiser or workshop provider will be in contact with you to confirm final details. \n\n\n\nThis event is of course subject to suitable weather conditions and we reserve the right to modify the route if necessary; if we need to cancel for any reason we will refund any fees paid.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/6-mar-2026-cpd-workshop-learn-aboutcribarth/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260306T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260308T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T170820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T170822Z
UID:11147-1772755200-1773014399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:6-8 Mar 2026 Rescue 3 WRT - Pro (by Parkwood Outdoors)
DESCRIPTION:The Rescue 3 White Water Rescue Technician – Pro course is a really worth while course for any white water user and great fun too! \n\n\n\nDrying room\, class room\, natural rivers and equipment hire all included! \n\n\n\nSouth Wales – Bannau Brycheiniog. \n\n\n\nFrom £260\, accommodation options also available where needed.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/6-8-mar-2026-rescue-3-wrt-pro-by-parkwood-outdoors/
LOCATION:Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer\, Pontsticill\, Merthyr Tydfil\, CF48 2UR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smith":MAILTO:mike.smith@parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260305T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251231T130237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T130240Z
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SUMMARY:4-5 Mar 2026 BCAB White Water Canoe Leader Training (by Adventure Beyond)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/4-5-mar-2026-bcab-white-water-canoe-leader-training-by-adventure-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251120T120638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T122325Z
UID:11005-1772046000-1772049600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Wed 25 Feb 2026 Welsh Water Workshop (1-hour\, online)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to join the Teams Meeting\n\n\n\nThis online workshop (being repeated on Tue 10 Feb) is an opportunity for watersport users to learn more about how Dwr Cymru Welsh Water wants us to work with them to protect and secure water sources for our future recreational use. All Reservoir Passport holders and instructors who work on our reservoirs and rivers are strongly encouraged to attend!
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/wed-25-feb-2026-welsh-water-workshop-1-hour-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251231T103000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T120611Z
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SUMMARY:23 Feb 2026 CPD Workshop: Learn about…the Central Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog)
DESCRIPTION:***Re-scheduled from 23 Jan***. \nNB individual MTA Members may also now book onto this event at the SWOAPG Members’ rate – please enter ‘MTA’ and your membership No in the Business/Organisation box. \n\n\n\nCome and join Alan Bowring (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority’s Geopark Development Officer) for an exploration of the geology\, history and stories of the ‘central Beacons’ (aka the Pen y Fan range). Participants will need suitable fitness\, clothing and equipment for a day’s mountain walk in the prevailing weather\, including packed lunch / snacks. Book ‘tickets’ using the buttons below. \n\n\n\nThis is one of our series of practical\, outdoor workshops providing opportunities for instructors and providers to learn about some of the areas we work in\, both for their own education and to enable them to help their clients to better appreciate these special places. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to all South Wales outdoor instructors and SWOAPG supporters\, for whom the following fees will apply: \n\n\n\n\nSWOAPG Members and Supporters: £20 for first employee\, £10 each for additional employee (regularly employed staff only\, up to 3 staff per Member in first instance\, please e-mail the organiser if you wish to book more places).\n\n\n\nNon-Members: £35 (which will include Associate Membership until 31 March 2026\, enabling you to attend other workshops before then at the Members’ rate).\n\n\n\n\nOnce you have booked\, the organiser or workshop provider will be in contact with you to confirm final details. \nThis event is of course subject to suitable weather conditions and we reserve the right to modify the route if necessary; if we need to cancel for any reason we will refund any fees paid.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/23-jan-2026-cpd-workshop-learn-aboutthe-central-beacons-bannau-brycheiniog/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260221T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260222T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251231T130025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T130103Z
UID:11171-1771632000-1771804799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:21-22 Feb 2026 BCAB Open Water Canoe Leader Training (by Adventure Beyond)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/21-22-feb-2026-bcab-open-water-canoe-leader-training-by-adventure-beyond/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251120T120326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T122200Z
UID:11001-1770750000-1770753600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Tue 10 Feb 2026 Welsh Water Workshop (1-hour\, online)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to join the Teams Meeting\n\n\n\nThis online workshop (being repeated on Wed 25 Feb) is an opportunity for watersport users to learn more about how Dwr Cymru Welsh Water wants us to work with them to protect and secure water sources for our future recreational use. All Reservoir Passport holders and instructors who work on our reservoirs and rivers are strongly encouraged to attend!
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/tue-10-feb-2026-welsh-water-workshop-1-hour-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260209T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T170047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T170111Z
UID:11138-1770595200-1770767999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:9-10 Feb 2026 BCA Vertical Leader Training (by Tom Partridge)
DESCRIPTION:Based in South Wales \n\n\n\n£220
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/9-10-feb-2026-bca-vertical-leader-training-by-tom-partridge/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:tompartridge@ymail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260202T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260202T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20260117T113119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T111556Z
UID:11247-1770024600-1770049800@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:2 Feb 2026 CPD Workshop: Learn about…Llygad Llwchwr
DESCRIPTION:***NB This event is currently fully subscribed. Please book tickets only if Steve has already confirmed your place(s) by e-mail – or book an ‘expression of interest’ ticket to be added to the reserve list*** \n\n\n\nCome and join local cave leaders and Alan Bowring (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority’s Geopark Development Officer) for an exploration of the geology\, history and stories of Llygad Llwchwr – starting with an exploration around the Black Mountain Quarries (from where water is known to flow to the cave). Participants will need suitable fitness\, clothing and equipment for a day’s caving (and some walking) in the prevailing weather\, including packed lunch / snacks. Book ‘tickets’ using the buttons below. \n\n\n\nThis is one of our series of practical\, outdoor workshops providing opportunities for instructors and providers to learn about some of the areas we work in\, both for their own education and to enable them to help their clients to better appreciate these special places. \n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to all South Wales outdoor instructors and SWOAPG supporters\, for whom the following fees will apply: \n\n\n\n\nSWOAPG Members and Supporters: £20 for first employee\, £10 each for additional employee (regularly employed staff only\, up to 3 staff per Member in first instance\, please e-mail the organiser if you wish to book more places).\n\n\n\nNon-Members: £35 (which will include Associate Membership until 31 March 2026\, enabling you to attend other workshops before then at the Members’ rate).\n\n\n\n\nOnce you have booked\, the organiser or workshop provider will be in contact with you to confirm final details. \nThis event is of course subject to suitable weather conditions and we reserve the right to modify the route if necessary; if we need to cancel for any reason we will refund any fees paid. \n 
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/2-feb-2026-cpd-workshop-learn-aboutllygad-llwchwr/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260201T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260201T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T165941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T170233Z
UID:11136-1769904000-1769990399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:1 Feb 2026 Cave Skills Development Day: Navigation and Personal Caving Skills (by Tom Partridge)
DESCRIPTION:Aimed that those working towards BCA Cave Leader Assessment or as a refresher.Based in the Mendip Caving Region (unless weather necessitates a change) \n\n\n\n£70 per session
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/1-feb-2026-cave-skills-development-day-navigation-and-personal-caving-skills-by-tom-partridge/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:tompartridge@ymail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260131T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260131T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T165819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T170247Z
UID:11134-1769817600-1769903999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:31 Jan 2026 Vertical Cave Skill Development Day: Group Abseil\, Ladder Pitches and Problem Solving (by Tom Partridge)
DESCRIPTION:Aimed that those working towards BCA Vertical Leader Assessment or as a refresher.Based at an indoor venue (South Wales) to allow for maximum learning and development \n\n\n\n£80 per session (includes entry fees)
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/31-jan-2026-vertical-cave-skill-development-day-group-abseil-ladder-pitches-and-problem-solving-by-tom-partridge/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:tompartridge@ymail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260126T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260127T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T165637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T170301Z
UID:11132-1769385600-1769558399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:26-27 Jan 2026 BCA Cave Leader Training (by Tom Partridge)
DESCRIPTION:Based in South Wales \n\n\n\n£180 
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/26-27-jan-2026-bca-cave-leader-training-by-tom-partridge/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:tompartridge@ymail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260125T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260125T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T165514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T170317Z
UID:11130-1769299200-1769385599@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:25 Jan 2026 Vertical Cave Skill Development Day: Personal SRT Skills and Rigging Pitches (by Tom Partridge)
DESCRIPTION:Aimed that those working towards BCA Vertical Leader Assessment or as a refresher.Based at an indoor venue (South Wales) to allow for maximum learning and development \n\n\n\n£80 per session (includes entry fees)
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/25-jan-2026-vertical-cave-skill-development-day-personal-srt-skills-and-rigging-pitches-by-tom-partridge/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:tompartridge@ymail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260124T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T165331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T170331Z
UID:11128-1769212800-1769299199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:24 Jan 2026 Cave Skills Development Day: Rope work and Group Management (by Tom Partridge)
DESCRIPTION:Aimed that those working towards BCA Cave Leader Assessment or as a refresher.Based in the Mendip Caving Region (unless weather necessitates a change) \n\n\n\n£70 per session
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/24-jan-2026-cave-skills-development-day-rope-work-and-group-management-by-tom-partridge/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:tompartridge@ymail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260120T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T165027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T165029Z
UID:11126-1768896000-1769101200@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:20-22 Jan 2026 Advanced open water canoe leader (by WithDave)
DESCRIPTION:Your award will support you to lead safe and enjoyable journeys. You will lead canoeists with a range of experience on trips based on their needs and aspirations on advanced open water. \n\n\n\nAs a Leader\, you can work independently or be deployed by a club\, centre or organisation to lead trips and journeys. The purpose of these trips may be wide ranging from educational experiences\, social adventures or trying something new. \n\n\n\nYou will be able to provide Paddle UK Awarding Body Awards and Training once qualified \n\n\n\nCourse cost £275 \n\n\n\nVenue – Mid-Wales reservoirs – where the wind is!
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/20-22-jan-2026-advanced-open-water-canoe-leader-by-withdave/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="WithDave Ltd":MAILTO:sarah@withdave.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251015T204203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T204205Z
UID:10839-1768262400-1768435199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:13-14 Jan 2026 Advanced First aid course (at Trewern OEC)
DESCRIPTION:The course is ITC Advanced Outdoor First Aid course run by Robin Harris from Somerset Adventures; we can offer a place for £120\, if you wanted accommodation it would be £15 a night.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/13-14-jan-2026-advanced-first-aid-course-at-trewern-oec/
LOCATION:Trewern OEC\, Cusop\, Hay-on-Wye\, Herefordshire\, HR3 5RF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Trewern OEC":MAILTO:office@trewern.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260112T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T164846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T164849Z
UID:11122-1768176000-1768435199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:12-14 Jan 2026 Advanced white water canoe leader training (by WithDave)
DESCRIPTION:Your award will support you to lead safe and enjoyable journeys. You will lead canoeists with a range of experience on trips based on their needs and aspirations on grade 3(4) white water. \n\n\n\nAs a Leader\, you can work independently or be deployed by a club\, centre or organisation to lead trips and journeys. The purpose of these trips may be wide ranging from educational experiences\, social adventures or trying something new. \n\n\n\nYou will be able to provide Paddle UK Awarding Body Awards and Training once qualified \n\n\n\nCourse cost £275 \n\n\n\nVenue – Mid-Wales – where the water is!
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/12-14-jan-2026-advanced-white-water-canoe-leader-training-by-withdave/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="WithDave Ltd":MAILTO:sarah@withdave.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260105T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260109T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251214T164610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251214T164717Z
UID:11120-1767571200-1768003199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:5-9 Jan 2026 BCAB Core coach with sheltered water discipline specific training (canoe / kayak) (by WithDave)
DESCRIPTION:The Core Coach Training is open to all paddlers regardless your discipline or previous coaching experience. During this course\, you will explore different approaches to understanding and enabling learning. You will also be supported in evolving your personal coaching development plan to enable you to take your learning into practice after the course. It is the first step towards becoming a qualified paddlesport coach within the BCAB system.  \n\n\n\nThe sheltered water canoe / kayak coach is designed\, to support you to coach paddlers who want to gain/improve their paddlesport skills. You will coach in canoe and/or kayak in the sheltered water environment. This will include coaching beginners new to the sport\, or paddlers looking to develop their skills. \n\n\n\nAs a Coach you can work independently or you could be deployed by a club\, centre or organisation. Being a Canoe and Kayak Coach allows you to design coaching to support your learners. You will be able to provide some Paddle UK Awards and Training once qualified.  \n\n\n\nCourse cost £350 for 5 day courseVenue – Brecon
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/5-9-jan-2026-bcab-core-coach-with-sheltered-water-discipline-specific-training-canoe-kayak-by-withdave/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="WithDave Ltd":MAILTO:sarah@withdave.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251208T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251212T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251022T182706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T182709Z
UID:10886-1765152000-1765583999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:8-12 Dec 2025 RLSS NWSMP Core TA and Specialism (by Tom Partridge)
DESCRIPTION:£675 (Core and Specialism available as separate courses if required)
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/8-12-dec-2025-rlss-nwsmp-core-ta-and-specialism-by-tom-partridge/
LOCATION:Atlantic College\, Llantwit Major\, CF61 1WF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:tompartridge@ymail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251115T122948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251115T122949Z
UID:10962-1764979200-1765151999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:6-7 Dec 2025 16-hour Outdoor First Aid course (by Steve Rayner Outdoor Pursuits)
DESCRIPTION:RLSS Outdoor First Aid course\, Caehopkin Scout Hut (near Abercraf)\, special introductory price £100. More details and booking via the website link.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/6-7-dec-2025-16-hour-outdoor-first-aid-course-by-steve-rayner-outdoor-pursuits/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner Outdoor Pursuits":MAILTO:steve.rayner@brynbolgoed.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251207T235959
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SUMMARY:6-7 Dec 2025 16 hour Outdoor First Aid (by WithDave)
DESCRIPTION:Can include paediatric bolt on if required – only a couple of spaces remaining.This qualification is designed to enable learners to undertake the role of the first aider when in rural and the more remote regions of the UK where emergency medical assistance may be more than 30 minutes away.The learner will gain the first aid skills and knowledge to competently and confidently provide first aid in an outdoor remote environment. This course is delivered by a very experienced outdoor professional with first hand knowledge of the outdoors including paddlesports and mountains. There is a focus on practical scenarios.Course cost £160 / £175Venue – Nr Llandrindod Wells
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/6-7-dec-2025-16-hour-outdoor-first-aid-by-withdave/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="WithDave Ltd":MAILTO:sarah@withdave.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251022T182522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T182525Z
UID:10882-1764979200-1765065599@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:6 Dec 2025 AMI CPD Event - Beyond the Crag: Rigging Skills (by Tom Partridge)
DESCRIPTION:£50 (for AMI members only) carries 1 CPD point
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/6-dec-2025-ami-cpd-event-beyond-the-crag-rigging-skills-by-tom-partridge/
LOCATION:Llangorse Rope Centre\, The Gilfach\, Llangorse\, Brecon\, Powys\, LD3 7UH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:tompartridge@ymail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251205T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251022T182001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T182002Z
UID:10871-1764806400-1764979199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:4-5 Dec 2025 BCA Cave Leader Training (by Juliet Parker-Smith)
DESCRIPTION:For further details please email Juliet.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/4-5-dec-2025-bca-cave-leader-training-by-juliet-parker-smith/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Juliet Parker-Smith":MAILTO:julietps@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251121T193703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T210156Z
UID:11024-1764700200-1764709200@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:2 Dec 2025 SWOAPG Annual General Meeting (face-to-face / hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:TEAMS LINK FOR THOSE JOINING US ONLINE\n\n\n\nThis year’s SWOAPG AGM will be hosted by Up and Under in Cardiff\, although we hope (technology permitting) to be able to offer a hybrid option as well. The papers will be published in due course\, but in the meantime Up and Under have confirmed that they will: \n\n\n\n\nprovide brews\, drinks\, nibbles and staff to chat to;\n\n\n\ndonate some sort of prize raffle or similar;\n\n\n\ngive us a short presentation around new products and/or other equipment-related matters; and\n\n\n\noffer “professional” pricing on all products in all departments\, so attendees can do centre top-ups or family Christmas present shopping!\n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP on our website event listing so we know who to expect; we look forward to seeing as many of you there as possible! \n\n\n\nDraft Agenda: \n\n\n\n\nWelcome & Apologies – apologies received from Pete Jeffery\nMatters arising from 2024 AGM – see 2024 AGM Minutes\nOverview of recent and planned activity – a brief summary of what we’ve been up to and what we are planning.\nAnnual Report & Accounts – see 2025 Annual Report and Accounts.\nElection of Steering Group\, Directors and Chair – Mark Davies to be confirmed; Pete Jeffery\, Ant Morgan and Mark Soanes to be re-elected as Steering Group Members. Steve Bird to be re-elected as Director. Mike Smith to continue as Chair.\n2026 Membership Fees – ‘default’ inflationary increase agreed previously: Full Membership £100 & Associate Membership £34.\nQ&A Session\nPaddle Cymru Update – by Jethro Moore\, Interim CEO.\nEquipment Update – by Up and Under.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/2-dec-2025-swoapg-annual-general-meeting-face-to-face-hybrid/
LOCATION:Up and Under\, 490 Cowbridge Road East\, Victoria Park\, Cardiff\, CF5 1BL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251123T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20250920T143058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T143226Z
UID:10728-1763683200-1763942399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:21-23 Nov 2025 Rescue 3 WRT - Pro (by Parkwood Outdoors)
DESCRIPTION:The Rescue 3 White Water Rescue Technician – Pro course is a really worth while course for any white water user and great fun too! Drying room\, class room\, natural rivers and equipment hire all included. From £260\, accommodation options also available where needed.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/21-23-nov-2025-rescue-3-wrt-pro-by-parkwood-outdoors/
LOCATION:Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer\, Pontsticill\, Merthyr Tydfil\, CF48 2UR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Smith":MAILTO:mike.smith@parkwoodoutdoors.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251114T100831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T100833Z
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SUMMARY:17 Nov 2025 Porth yr Ogof debris clearance
DESCRIPTION:Following a great start last Monday\, BBNPA is once again getting volunteers together for further removal activity (subject to river level) – with big chainsaws – next Monday. \n\n\n\nNB this is not an official SWOAPG- or BBNPA-led event and all participants attend at their own risk. Please bring suitable equipment to work in the underground environment near the cave entrance (including helmet\, lamp\, waterproof boots and strong gloves). \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP below so we know how many and who to expect – and can contact you if plans change at short notice (apologies to those who’ve already let Steve know by e-mail\, but he isn’t available himself on the morning of the 17th and having everyone’s contact details in one place for the BBNPA staff will be extremely helpful!). Thanks.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/17-nov-2025-porth-yr-ogof-debris-clearance/
LOCATION:Cwm Porth Car Park\, Ystradfellte\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T235959
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251015T203443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T203446Z
UID:10835-1763164800-1763337599@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:15-16 Nov 2025 Safety and rescue training for Paddlesport touring leader candidates (by WithDave)
DESCRIPTION:Safety training for Paddlesport Touring Leader candidates. During the two days you can achieve your Inland Open Water Safety as well as looking at the techniques required to look after paddlers in Grade 1(2) environment. We will cover all areas of section C of the Paddlesport touring leader Assessment Criteria.Course cost £195Venue – Around Hay on Wye
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/15-16-nov-2025-safety-and-rescue-training-for-paddlesport-touring-leader-candidates-by-withdave/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="WithDave Ltd":MAILTO:sarah@withdave.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251110T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T095854
CREATED:20251106T164816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T164819Z
UID:10912-1762765200-1762786800@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:10 Nov 2025 Porth yr Ogof debris clearance
DESCRIPTION:Following the renewed build-up of debris in the PyO cave entrance (and our successful removal of so much last year)\, BBNPA is once again getting volunteers together for further removal activity (subject to river level)\, hopefully on 10 Nov with further work on the following Monday if needed. \n\n\n\nNB this is not an official SWOAPG- or BBNPA-led event and all participants attend at their own risk. Please bring suitable equipment to work in the underground environment near the cave entrance (including helmet\, lamp\, waterproof boots and strong gloves). \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP below so we know how many and who to expect – and can contact you if plans change at short notice (apologies to those who’ve already let Steve know by e-mail\, but he isn’t available himself on the 10th and having everyone’s contact details in one place for the BBNPA staff will be extremely helpful!). Thanks.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/10-nov-2025-porth-yr-ogof-debris-clearance/
LOCATION:Cwm Porth Car Park\, Ystradfellte\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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