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SUMMARY:8 Sep 2020 Activities and Covid-19: An Online Workshop for Providers and Instructors to Share Good Practice
DESCRIPTION:With some Providers and Instructors having re-commenced activities since lockdown – and others still planning how best to do so – SWOAPG is keen to provide opportunities for you to share your experiences and help to develop and promote ‘good practice’ for operating in the new and unfamiliar environment of social distancing etc. We are therefore organising a series of workshops for this purpose. \nThis first workshop will be a free\, online Zoom session\, open to ALL Outdoor Activity Providers and Instructors in South Wales\, in which we will: \n\nSummarise our understanding of the key requirements from Welsh Government etc. for preventing Covid-19 transmission – and share some of the ‘good practice’ ideas that emerged in our recent workshop looking a gorge-walking in the Covid-19 environment;\nAsk you to share ‘generic’ experiences\, lessons and ‘good practice’ that apply across the whole range of outdoor activities (e.g. managing staff\, managing clients\, handling & cleaning equipment\, working in busy venues\, etc.); and\nBreak-out into some short activity-specific discussions to identify key issues that we intend to address in later practical workshops covering e.g. caving\, climbing / mountain activities\, gorge-walking and paddlesports.\n\nPlease RSVP (using the button on the website event listing; or by e-mail) to register your interest (you will then receive the Zoom link in due course – please contact us if you have not received this before the event).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/8-september-2020-activities-and-covid-19/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200907
DTSTAMP:20200304T171614Z
CREATED:20200304T171614Z
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SUMMARY:5-6 Sep 2020 British Canoeing Paddlesport Instructor Award course
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/5-6-sep-2020-british-canoeing-paddlesport-instructor-award-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200903T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200903T180000
DTSTAMP:20200204T085359Z
CREATED:20200204T085359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200204T085359Z
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SUMMARY:3 Sep 2020 Pontneddfechan community liaison ‘surgery’
DESCRIPTION:SWOAPG Directors will be holding drop-in ‘surgery’ sessions for the Pontneddfechan local community on the 1st Thursday of every month from April to October 2020. These are intended as an opportunity for local residents to bring forward their observations about activity providers working in the area and to help us build constructive relationships with the local community in ‘Waterfall Country’.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/3-sep-2020-pontneddfechan-community-liaison-surgery/
LOCATION:Pontneddfechan Village Hall\, Pontneddfechan\, Neath\, SA11 5ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200824
DTSTAMP:20200813T091031Z
CREATED:20200215T145826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T091031Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED 22-23 Aug 2020 British Canoeing Canoe & Kayak Coach (Sheltered Water) Training
DESCRIPTION:***Cancelled due to Covid-19*** \nThis 2-day Discipline Specific Training course you will focus on how to coach technical and tactical skills in both Canoe and Kayak on Sheltered Water. The course will help you plan and deliver safe\, enjoyable\, progressive coaching sessions and you’ll explore specifics to help you coach some typical learners relevant to these craft in this environment. \nYou need to meet the following prerequisites before attending the course: \n\nFull ‘on the water’ membership of Canoe Wales / British Canoeing (etc.);\nCompleted Core Coach Training (or the following ‘old’ British Canoeing courses\, if you feel confident with their content: Level 2 (UKCC) Training OR Assessment; Moderate or Advanced Water Training OR Assessment; Level 3 (UKCC) Core Training OR Assessment;\nA good level of knowledge of both canoeing and kayaking on sheltered water; and well-practised personal skills.\n\nMinimum 2\, maximum 4 candidates. \nVenue to be confirmed (somewhere in the Brecon area). \nThe course fee will be no more than £180\, which includes coaching\, equipment and certification. If more than 2 candidates attend\, I will aim to reduce this fee if I can.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/22-23-aug-2020-british-canoeing-canoe-kayak-coach-sheltered-water-training/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner Outdoor Pursuits":MAILTO:steve.rayner@brynbolgoed.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200819T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200819T210000
DTSTAMP:20200813T092000Z
CREATED:20200813T091409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T092000Z
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SUMMARY:19 Aug 2020 Gorge Users' Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Now that Providers have re-commenced using the gorges in Waterfall Country\, SWOAPG wishes to take the opportunity to review and share experiences and ‘good practice’ around the precautions that Providers are taking to prevent the transmission of Covid-19 in gorge-walking and canyoning activities. \nThis 2-hour\, interactive Zoom workshop will enable Providers to share: \n\nthe latest updates on gorge access;\nour understanding of the key requirements for preventing transmission – including Welsh Government regulations; the “We’re Good to Go” scheme; and WATO guidelines for Safe Delivery of Gorge Walking and Canyoning post COVID -19;\nspecific concerns about what these mean in the gorge environment; and\nsuggestions for ‘good practice’ in managing clients and equipment; using the car parks\, toilets and changing areas; and maintaining social distancing in the gorges.\n\nWe will probably focus first on the Sychryd gorge\, since this is used more frequently by most Providers\, but will also consider the Upper Mellte if we have time. \nPlease RSVP (using the button on the website event listing; or by e-mail) to register your interest (Members who have registered their interest will receive the Zoom link in due course – please contact us if you have not received this before the event).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/19-aug-2020-gorge-users-workshop/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200806T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200806T180000
DTSTAMP:20200813T091117Z
CREATED:20200204T085310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T091117Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED 6 Aug 2020 Pontneddfechan community liaison ‘surgery’
DESCRIPTION:***Cancelled due to Covid-19*** \nSWOAPG Directors will be holding drop-in ‘surgery’ sessions for the Pontneddfechan local community on the 1st Thursday of every month from April to October 2020. These are intended as an opportunity for local residents to bring forward their observations about activity providers working in the area and to help us build constructive relationships with the local community in ‘Waterfall Country’.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/6-aug-2020-pontneddfechan-community-liaison-surgery/
LOCATION:Pontneddfechan Village Hall\, Pontneddfechan\, Neath\, SA11 5ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200808
DTSTAMP:20200304T171545Z
CREATED:20200304T171545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T171545Z
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SUMMARY:6-7 Aug 2020 British Canoeing Paddlesport Instructor Award course
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/6-7-aug-2020-british-canoeing-paddlesport-instructor-award-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200803
DTSTAMP:20200304T171458Z
CREATED:20200304T171458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T171458Z
UID:2087-1596240000-1596412799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:1-2 Aug 2020 British Canoeing Sheltered Water Coach Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/1-2-aug-2020-british-canoeing-sheltered-water-coach-training/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200726T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200727T235959
DTSTAMP:20220430T082116Z
CREATED:20200304T171415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220430T082116Z
UID:2085-1595721600-1595894399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:26-27 Jul 2020 British Canoeing Core Coach Training (by Adventure Beyond)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/26-27-jul-2020-british-canoeing-core-coach-training/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200723T233000
DTSTAMP:20200715T112007Z
CREATED:20200715T084558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200715T112007Z
UID:2654-1595498400-1595547000@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:23 July 2020 River Usk: from Source to Sea (Part 1: the National Park)
DESCRIPTION:This is the fourth in a series of webinars taking the place of our usual workshop programme – watch this space for more events coming soon. \nJoin Alan Bowring of Brecon Beacons National Park Authority as he takes us on a virtual tour down the Usk from its source high on the Black Mountain through the National Park as far as Abergavenny\, stopping on route to explore places of geological and historical interest. This e-tour will increase your own knowledge of the river and its valley ready for taking your own clients down parts of the river when all this is over! \nNB you may find it useful to have to hand a copy of OS Explorer Maps OL12 & OL13 during the presentation. \nParticipants will be provided with a pdf of the presentation after the event. \nIf there is enough interest\, Alan is prepared to offer Part 2: from Abergavenny to the Sea\, at a later date! \nPlease RSVP (using the button on the website event listing; or by e-mail) to register your interest (NB this event is for SWOAPG Members only\, so your credentials will be checked on booking. Members who have registered their interest will receive the Zoom link in due course – please contact us if you have not received this before the event).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/23-july-2020-river-usk-from-source-to-sea-part-1-the-national-park/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200723
DTSTAMP:20200715T085912Z
CREATED:20200215T143254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200715T085912Z
UID:1941-1595289600-1595462399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:CANCELLED 21-22 Jul 2020 British Canoeing Open Water Canoe Coach Training
DESCRIPTION:***Cancelled due to Covid-19 pandemic*** \nThis 2-day Discipline Specific Training course you will focus on how to coach technical and tactical skills in Open Canoes on Moderate Open Water. The course will help you plan and deliver safe\, enjoyable\, progressive coaching sessions and you’ll explore specifics to help you coach some typical learners relevant to these craft in this environment. \nYou need to meet the following prerequisites before attending the course: \n\nFull ‘on the water’ membership of Canoe Wales / British Canoeing (etc.);\nHold Canoe Leader (or former 4* Canoe leadership Award); and\nCompleted Core Coach Training (or the following ‘old’ British Canoeing courses\, if you feel confident with their content: Level 2 (UKCC) Training OR Assessment; Moderate or Advanced Water Training OR Assessment; Level 3 (UKCC) Core Training OR Assessment.\n\nMinimum 2\, maximum 4 candidates. \nVenue to be confirmed (somewhere in the Brecon area). \nThe course fee will be no more than £180\, which includes coaching\, equipment and certification. If more than 2 candidates attend\, I will aim to reduce this fee if I can.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/21-22-jul-2020-british-canoeing-open-water-canoe-coach-training/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner Outdoor Pursuits":MAILTO:steve.rayner@brynbolgoed.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200713
DTSTAMP:20200304T171339Z
CREATED:20200304T171339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T171339Z
UID:2083-1594425600-1594598399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:11-12 Jul 2020 16hr Outdoor First Aid course
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/11-12-jul-2020-16hr-outdoor-first-aid-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200709T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200709T120000
DTSTAMP:20200618T114325Z
CREATED:20200614T093138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T114325Z
UID:2522-1594288800-1594296000@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:9 Jul 2020 Gunpowder and Gorges webinar
DESCRIPTION:This is the third in a series of webinars taking the place of our usual workshop programme – watch this space for more events coming soon. \nJoin the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority to step back in time to when the works at Pontneddfechan were at their height of their production of gunpowder for the mining industry. Crammed into the steep gorge of the Afon Mellte\, the remains of these works can still be found. The gorge was ideal for making this highly explosive product having a plentiful water supply for power and being isolated enough to safeguard the local community if anything did go wrong. \nThis will be a virtual guided walk to some of those buildings that have recently been conserved. They are now considered of such historical significance that they have been classed as Scheduled Ancient Monuments. Find out about the geology that created these gorges and their unique environment and enjoy a re-telling of a local legend of faeries\, hidden lands and the temptation of gold. \nPlease RSVP (using the button on the website event listing; or by e-mail) to register your interest (NB this event is for SWOAPG Members only\, so your credentials will be checked on booking. Members who have registered their interest will receive the Zoom link in due course – please contact us if you have not received this before the event).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/9-july-2020-gunpowder-and-gorges-webinar/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200706
DTSTAMP:20200304T171305Z
CREATED:20200304T171305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T171305Z
UID:2081-1593907200-1593993599@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:5 Jul 2020 Level 2 First Aid for Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/5-jul-2020-level-2-first-aid-for-mental-health/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200702T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200702T180000
DTSTAMP:20200715T085937Z
CREATED:20200204T085048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200715T085937Z
UID:1856-1593705600-1593712800@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:CANCELLED 2 Jul 2020 Pontneddfechan community liaison ‘surgery’
DESCRIPTION:***Cancelled due to Covid-19 pandemic*** \nSWOAPG Directors will be holding drop-in ‘surgery’ sessions for the Pontneddfechan local community on the 1st Thursday of every month from April to October 2020. These are intended as an opportunity for local residents to bring forward their observations about activity providers working in the area and to help us build constructive relationships with the local community in ‘Waterfall Country’.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/2-jul-2020-pontneddfechan-community-liaison-surgery/
LOCATION:Pontneddfechan Village Hall\, Pontneddfechan\, Neath\, SA11 5ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200702
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200704
DTSTAMP:20200213T091832Z
CREATED:20200213T091832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T091832Z
UID:1901-1593648000-1593820799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:2-3 Jul 2020 Practical First Aid for Outdoor Instructors
DESCRIPTION:These 2 Day Courses are aimed at anyone working in the Outdoors and in particular\, Outdoor Instructors. The courses are intended to provide the skills to deal with most First Aid situations in outdoor environments and the course is aligned with guidelines provided by HSE\, BRC\, MREW & BCRC. \nVenue – Crickhowell \nPrice – £170 per person \nMore Information – https://www.garyevansoutdoors.co.uk/first-aid
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/2-3-jul-2020-practical-first-aid-for-outdoor-instructors/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Evans Outdoors":MAILTO:garyswcro@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200622
DTSTAMP:20200304T171218Z
CREATED:20200304T171218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T171218Z
UID:2079-1592611200-1592783999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:20-21 Jun 2020 British Canoeing Slalom Coach Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/20-21-jun-2020-british-canoeing-slalom-coach-training/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200622
DTSTAMP:20200304T171142Z
CREATED:20200304T171142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T171142Z
UID:2077-1592611200-1592783999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:20-21 Jun 2020 British Canoeing White Water Kayak Coach Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/20-21-jun-2020-british-canoeing-white-water-kayak-coach-training/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200622
DTSTAMP:20200506T105110Z
CREATED:20200215T141314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T105110Z
UID:1938-1592611200-1592783999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:CANCELLED 20-21 Jun 2020 British Canoeing Core Coach Training
DESCRIPTION:***Cancelled due to Covid-19 pandemic*** \nDate To Be Confirmed \nThe British Canoeing Coach Award is an entry point qualification which offers discipline-specific pathways across all disciplines. The Award is designed for people whose core function is to coach paddlers who want to gain/improve paddlesport skills within the discipline chosen. This will include coaching beginners new to the sport\, or paddlers looking to develop their skills in the given discipline or environment. \nThe Coach Award content is delivered through 2-day Core Coach Training and 2-day Discipline Specific Training (22 disciplines currently available\, including Sheltered Water Kayak and/or Canoe; White Water Kayak; White Water Canoe; and Open Water Canoe). \nThe two-day Core Coach Training course introduces the shared coaching content that is relevant to all coaches at this level\, exploring different approaches to coaching\, understanding and enabling learning; and some core coaching skills. It is not specific to any one discipline and will make use of a variety of craft to explore different approaches to coaching and introduce some core coaching skills. The course will be a blend of classroom and water-based activity; and you will also be supported a personal coaching development plan to enable you to take your learning into practice after the course. \nSubsequent Discipline Specific Training will then focus on how to coach discipline-specific technical and tactical skills\, helping coaches to plan and deliver safe\, enjoyable\, progressive coaching sessions and explore specifics to help coach typical athletes/learners relevant to the discipline. \nVenue to be confirmed (somewhere in the Brecon area). \nThe course fee will be no more than £180\, which includes coaching\, equipment and certification. If more than 2 candidates attend\, I will aim to reduce this fee if I can. \nCandidates need to have: \n\nFull ‘on the water’ membership of Canoe Wales / British Canoeing (etc.); and\nA base level of knowledge about the discipline(s) you wish to coach.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/20-21-jun-2020/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner Outdoor Pursuits":MAILTO:steve.rayner@brynbolgoed.co.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200618T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200618T120000
DTSTAMP:20200617T080740Z
CREATED:20200614T092819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200617T080740Z
UID:2519-1592474400-1592481600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:18 Jun 2020 Stargazing in the Summer Sky
DESCRIPTION:This is the second in a series of webinars taking the place of our usual workshop programme – watch this space for more events coming soon. \nJoin Nick Busby of Usk Astrological Society as he uses a full-screen planetarium with the Zoom platform to help us understand and be able to pass on to clients the wonders of our night sky (which is\, of course\, particularly spectacular in the Dark Skies area of the Brecon Beacons National Park). \nAlthough it does not get very dark in the middle of summer there are still plenty of wonders to see in night sky\, including most of the planets\, the Milky Way\, meteor showers and many deep sky objects.  This talk will introduce beginners to star gazing and give tips on how to find and observe these objects.  It will be assumed that the only equipment available is the human eye or at most a pair of binoculars. \nPlease RSVP (using the button on the website event listing; or by e-mail) to register your interest (NB this event is for SWOAPG Members only\, so your credentials will be checked on booking. Members who have registered their interest will receive the Zoom link in due course – please contact us if you have not received this before the event).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/estargazing-dark-skies-webinar/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200612T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200612T123000
DTSTAMP:20200603T085711Z
CREATED:20200603T085711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200603T085711Z
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SUMMARY:12 Jun 2020 First Aid for Mental Health Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This is an external course provided by one of our Members\, Rhys Green of Green Ideas. \nRhys is running these webinars every Friday during lockdown \nThere are three options with these courses; people can attend the webinar for free; or they can complete the regulated level 1 course at cost £30; or undertake the regulated level 2 course for £60. The introduction webinar is around 90 min\, from there people have 2 weeks to complete the regulated courses. They are guided as 4 hours for the level 1 and 6 hours for the level 2\, they can start and stop as they like and it is quite relaxed.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/12-jun-2020-first-aid-for-mental-health-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Ideas":MAILTO:Rhys@greenideas.me.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200605T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200605T123000
DTSTAMP:20200601T141306Z
CREATED:20200601T141306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T141306Z
UID:2445-1591354800-1591360200@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:5 Jun 2020 First Aid for Mental Health Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This is an external course provided by one of our Members\, Rhys Green of Green Ideas. \nRhys is running these webinars every Friday during lockdown \nThere are three options with these courses; people can attend the webinar for free; or they can complete the regulated level 1 course at cost £30; or undertake the regulated level 2 course for £60. The introduction webinar is around 90 min\, from there people have 2 weeks to complete the regulated courses. They are guided as 4 hours for the level 1 and 6 hours for the level 2\, they can start and stop as they like and it is quite relaxed.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/5-jun-2020-first-aid-for-mental-health-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Green Ideas":MAILTO:Rhys@greenideas.me.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200604T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200604T180000
DTSTAMP:20200601T134222Z
CREATED:20200204T084916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T134222Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED 4 Jun 2020 Pontneddfechan community liaison ‘surgery’
DESCRIPTION:***CANCELLED due to Covid-19 pandemic*** \nSWOAPG Directors will be holding drop-in ‘surgery’ sessions for the Pontneddfechan local community on the 1st Thursday of every month from April to October 2020. These are intended as an opportunity for local residents to bring forward their observations about activity providers working in the area and to help us build constructive relationships with the local community in ‘Waterfall Country’.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/4-jun-2020-pontneddfechan-community-liaison-surgery/
LOCATION:Pontneddfechan Village Hall\, Pontneddfechan\, Neath\, SA11 5ND\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200605
DTSTAMP:20200304T171055Z
CREATED:20200304T171055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200304T171055Z
UID:2075-1591142400-1591315199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:3-4 Jun 2020 British Canoeing Sea Kayak Coach Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/3-4-jun-2020-british-canoeing-sea-kayak-coach-training/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Adventure Beyond":MAILTO:fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200601
DTSTAMP:20200601T134253Z
CREATED:20200206T113118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T134253Z
UID:1880-1590796800-1590969599@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:CANCELLED 30-31 May 2020 Emergency / Outdoor / Aquatic First Aid Level 1 (1-day course) and 2 (2-day course)
DESCRIPTION:***CANCELLED due to Covid-19 pandemic*** \nFirst day only for 1-day (8-hour) course; both days for 2-day (16-hour) course. \nThe  1-day course provides a basic level of knowledge and skill to render First Aid in a range of emergency situations within a reasonable distance of medical assistance. This course cover all the requirements for the Emergency First Aid at Work course as well as the British Canoeing Lifeguards Aquatic First Aid Level 1 Award. The 1-day course is an appropriate award for Paddlesport Instructors\, Paddlesport Leaders\, Sheltered Water Coaches (and Level 1 / 2 coaches) and for all paddlers and volunteers operating in and around the sheltered water environment. It is also an appropriate award for the BMC Climbing Wall Awards. The course takes place in a classroom environment\, with an outdoor scenario whenever possible. \nThe 2-day course provide candidates with a level of knowledge and skill to render first aid in a range of emergency situations in an outdoor environment where advanced medical assistance may be delayed. This builds on the Level 1 Award to provide a 16-hour first aid qualification which covers all the requirements for the British Canoeing Lifeguards Aquatic First Aid Level 2 Award. The 2-day course is an appropriate award for Moderate Water Paddlesport Leaders and Coaches and for all paddlers and volunteers operating in and around the moderate water environment. It is also an appropriate award for other outdoor instructors/leaders including Mountain-walking leaders. The second day of the course takes place in a combination of classroom and outdoor environments. \nVenue to be confirmed (somewhere in the Brecon area). \nCost £60 (1-day) / £120 (2-day)
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/29-30-31-may-2020-emergency-outdoor-aquatic-first-aid-level-1-1-day-course-and-2-2-day-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Rayner Outdoor Pursuits":MAILTO:steve.rayner@brynbolgoed.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200528T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200528T104500
DTSTAMP:20260221T100915Z
CREATED:20200520T083712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T100915Z
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SUMMARY:28 May 2020 Geological e-Field Trip over Cribarth from Craig-y-Nos
DESCRIPTION:FINAL REMINDER – SPACES AVAILABLE!\n\nThis will be the first in a series of webinars taking the place of our usual workshop programme – watch this space for more events coming soon.\n\nAlan Bowring (the Geoparks Officer for Brecon Beacons National Park Authority) will be hosting this Geological e-Field Trip over Cribarth from Craig-y-Nos (using the Zoom platform).\n\nJoin Alan as he takes us on a virtual walk up Cribarth from Craig-y-Nos\, stopping to explore places of geological and historical interest. This e-Field Trip will increase your own knowledge of the area as well as giving you the information you need to take clients on the same trip ‘for real’ once lockdown ends!\n\nNB you may find it useful to have to-hand a copy of OS Map OL12 during the presentation.\n\nPlease RSVP (using the button on the website event listing; or by e-mail) to register your interest (NB this event is for SWOAPG Members only\, so your credentials will be checked on booking. Members who have registered their interest will receive the Zoom link in due course – please contact us if you have not received this before the event).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/28-may-2020-geological-e-field-trip-over-cribarth-from-craig-y-nos/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200530
DTSTAMP:20200213T092530Z
CREATED:20200213T092530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200213T092530Z
UID:1913-1590624000-1590796799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:28-29 May 2020 RLSS NWSMP Training & Assessment
DESCRIPTION:This RLSS National Water Safety Management Programme (NWSMP) Award is predominantly aimed at those working in\, or close to\, water in outdoor environments and is particularly suitable for Outdoor Instructors and Assistants. \nThere are three levels to the award: \nLevel 1 – Water Safety Awareness \nLevel 2 – Beach\, River\, Still Water \nLevel 3 – In Water Rescue \nThe programme starts with Level 1\, the Water Safety Awareness Module\, which provides the theoretical platform for more advanced modules. Environment Specific Modules cover hazards associated with beach\, river and still water as well as basic rescue techniques. The In-Water Rescue Module covers essential in-water rescue knowledge and tests competence. \nEndorsed by the Health and Safety Executive for its sensible\, proportionate\, reasonable and balanced advice to both those responsible for groups around the water margin or workers operating in\, on or near water and in particular\, managing the risk from operating around the water margin. The NWSMP awards are the most pragmatic solution for outdoor professionals working in coastal\, river and water’s edge environments. It will complement your existing qualifications and will give you concrete evidence of your competencies to manage groups in and around water. \nVenue – South Wales \nPrice – £195 per person. \nMore Information – https://www.garyevansoutdoors.co.uk/rlss-nwsmp
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/28-29-may-2020-rlss-nwsmp-training-assessment/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Evans Outdoors":MAILTO:garyswcro@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200526T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200526T190000
DTSTAMP:20200601T155134Z
CREATED:20200520T082958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200601T155134Z
UID:2356-1590516000-1590519600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:26 May 2020 SWOAPG Quiz
DESCRIPTION:Emyr Rees will be hosting an online quiz for SWOAPG Members\, with rounds of general knowledge and outdoor interest (and\, fingers-crossed\, some enticing prizes!). \nRSVP below to register your interest (NB this event is for SWOAPG Members only\, so your credentials will be checked before  we send you the link to join in).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/26-may-2020-swoapg-quiz/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200526T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200526T213000
DTSTAMP:20200315T131421Z
CREATED:20200315T131421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200315T131421Z
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SUMMARY:26 May 2020 RLSS NWSMP Level 3 Rescue Management
DESCRIPTION:£49 RLSS NWSMP Level 3 Rescue Management\, includes all learning materials\, certification costs and full equipment. \nOn completion of the Water Safety Awareness module Level 2 River or Beach\, candidates can elect to further their training by progressing to Level 3 in water Rescue techniques. Candidates can also achieve Life Support. At Level 3 candidates are required to enter the water\, to experience the challenges of open-water and in-water Rescue Management. \nWHAT TO BRING\nCandidates are provided all equipment and educational materials required for the course. Attendees only need to provide suitable footwear and clothing for the environment.\nItems provided will include wet suits\, buoyancy aids\, helmets\, throw lines\, APPE where required. \nABOUT THE NATIONAL WATER SAFETY MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME (NWSMP)\nNWSMP: Supporting Employers/Volunteers\, Protecting Employees/Volunteers\nThe NWSMP is a suite of interlinked training awards\, specifically designed to assist those organisations with employees who work in\, on or near water\, to meet their civil and statutory safety management obligations (especially where employees have supervisory responsibilities). \nIt is endorsed by the Health and Safety Executive for its sensible\, proportionate\, reasonable and balanced advice to both those responsible for groups around the water margin\, or workers operating in\, on or near water and in particular\, managing the risk from operating around the water margin. \nThe Programme has also been endorsed by the Outdoor Education Advisory Panel and Expedition Providers’ Association and was developed in close consultation with a number of relevant and key leading bodies including: \n\nHealth and Safety Executive\nExpedition Providers’ Association\nRoyal Geographical Society (with IBG)\nDevon & Cornwall Police\nInstitute of Outdoor Learning\nNational Open Water Coaching Association\nThe Scouts Association\nOutdoor Education Advisory Panel\n\nMany people working near the water margins\, receive minimal or no water safety training due to it often taking a back seat\, when compared to more traditional and recognised health and safety training. Through consultation with industry and lead bodies\, RLSS UK identified this gap in water safety training provision and launched NWSMP to close that gap\, thus improving water safety across a wide range of working environments and operational sectors. \nWho is it for?\nTeachers\, Technicians\, Outdoor Activity Instructors\, Countryside Rangers\, Community Safety Wardens\, Dock Workers\, Construction Workers\, the Emergency Services\, Security Staff – everyone and anyone who works in\, on or near water. \nFlexibility\nThe NWSMP allows employers to construct relevant and meaningful training programmes by selecting and linking together those modules most suited to specific operational and individual needs. The programme recognises the need for flexibility\, providing individual programmes which meet a wide range of training requirements across a broad spectrum of working environments. \nBalancing Prevention and Response\nThe NWSMP programme embraces contemporary approaches to risk management by balancing the need for simple proactive safety management practices\, with a strong focus on preventative measures\, including effective emergency response skills. \nFlexible Modular Framework relevant to a wide range of sectors\nThe NWSMP is built around a modular framework\, this enables employers to construct relevant and bespoke water safety training programmes by selecting the modules best-suited to their operational or individual needs. \nAims of the NWSMP\n\nEquip anyone working in\, on or near water with essential knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about managing safety\nEnable group leaders to deliver safer activity at open water sites\nDevelop occupational water safety skills for employees/volunteers working around the water margins\nFacilitate compliance with Statutory and Civil obligations\, especially the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 with related regulations and covering Safe Systems of Work\nDevelop effective Emergency Response Skills for those working in a water-based environment\n\nNWSMP Syllabus\nLevel 1 – Compulsory (Dry Based\, i.e. candidates don’t actually get in the water)\nFor those working or supervising near water who do not have a definite intention to get into the water\, e.g. a School Teacher taking a group on a field trip. \nCourse Duration: six hours comprising of: Two hours Self Study – knowledge based; and Four hours Guided Learning (with a teacher) – interactive sessions \nLevel 2 (Low level water activity up to approx. thigh height)\nFor those who have a greater likelihood of getting closer to or in the water but with a definite intention to stay within standing depth\, e.g. Construction Worker or Ranger working at the margins\, teacher taking pupils rock pooling\, pond dipping\, etc. \nCandidates MUST complete and pass Level 1 before undertaking Level 2. It is split into THREE different environments: Beach\, River and Still Water. \nCourse Duration: three hours PER Environment \nLevel 3 (In-Water Rescue aimed at PROGRAMMED activities\, but NOT free swimming as this would require the NVBLQ qualification)\nFor those with clients/people under their supervision\, who might be swimming out of their depth\, e.g. Outdoor Pursuit Instructor leading a deep water activity session\, or those leading/supervising programmed open water activities\, e.g. canoeing\, kayaking\, relays\, etc. \nCandidates must complete and pass Levels 1 and 2 before undertaking Level 3. Practised in the water\, this level involves being able to do a 30m contact rescue and a 15m contact tow \nCourse Duration: two hours. \nThe award lasts for two years.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/26-may-2020-rlss-nwsmp-level-3-rescue-management/
LOCATION:Quest Adventures\, 49 New Road\, Porthcawl\, CF36 5DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Quest Adventures":MAILTO:questadventures98@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200519T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200519T213000
DTSTAMP:20200315T131237Z
CREATED:20200315T131237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200315T131237Z
UID:2119-1589909400-1589923800@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:19 May 2020 RLSS NWSMP Level 2 Beach Safety Management
DESCRIPTION:£49 RLSS NWSMP Level 2 Beach Safety Management\, includes all learning materials\, certification costs and full equipment. \nOn completion of the Water Safety Awareness module Level 1\, candidates can elect to further their training by progressing to Level 2 selecting one or more of the environment specific modules offered\, covering Beach\, River and Still Water. Candidates can also achieve Life Support. At Level 2 candidates are required to enter the water\, to experience the challenges of open-water. \nWHAT TO BRING\nCandidates are provided all equipment and educational materials required for the course. Attendees only need to provide suitable footwear and clothing for the environment.\nItems provided will include wet suits\, buoyancy aids\, helmets\, throw lines\, APPE where required. \nABOUT THE NATIONAL WATER SAFETY MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME (NWSMP)\nNWSMP: Supporting Employers/Volunteers\, Protecting Employees/Volunteers\nThe NWSMP is a suite of interlinked training awards\, specifically designed to assist those organisations with employees who work in\, on or near water\, to meet their civil and statutory safety management obligations (especially where employees have supervisory responsibilities). \nIt is endorsed by the Health and Safety Executive for its sensible\, proportionate\, reasonable and balanced advice to both those responsible for groups around the water margin\, or workers operating in\, on or near water and in particular\, managing the risk from operating around the water margin. \nThe Programme has also been endorsed by the Outdoor Education Advisory Panel and Expedition Providers’ Association and was developed in close consultation with a number of relevant and key leading bodies including: \n\nHealth and Safety Executive\nExpedition Providers’ Association\nRoyal Geographical Society (with IBG)\nDevon & Cornwall Police\nInstitute of Outdoor Learning\nNational Open Water Coaching Association\nThe Scouts Association\nOutdoor Education Advisory Panel\n\nMany people working near the water margins\, receive minimal or no water safety training due to it often taking a back seat\, when compared to more traditional and recognised health and safety training. Through consultation with industry and lead bodies\, RLSS UK identified this gap in water safety training provision and launched NWSMP to close that gap\, thus improving water safety across a wide range of working environments and operational sectors. \nWho is it for?\nTeachers\, Technicians\, Outdoor Activity Instructors\, Countryside Rangers\, Community Safety Wardens\, Dock Workers\, Construction Workers\, the Emergency Services\, Security Staff – everyone and anyone who works in\, on or near water. \nFlexibility\nThe NWSMP allows employers to construct relevant and meaningful training programmes by selecting and linking together those modules most suited to specific operational and individual needs. The programme recognises the need for flexibility\, providing individual programmes which meet a wide range of training requirements across a broad spectrum of working environments. \nBalancing Prevention and Response\nThe NWSMP programme embraces contemporary approaches to risk management by balancing the need for simple proactive safety management practices\, with a strong focus on preventative measures\, including effective emergency response skills. \nFlexible Modular Framework relevant to a wide range of sectors\nThe NWSMP is built around a modular framework\, this enables employers to construct relevant and bespoke water safety training programmes by selecting the modules best-suited to their operational or individual needs. \nAims of the NWSMP\n\nEquip anyone working in\, on or near water with essential knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about managing safety\nEnable group leaders to deliver safer activity at open water sites\nDevelop occupational water safety skills for employees/volunteers working around the water margins\nFacilitate compliance with Statutory and Civil obligations\, especially the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 with related regulations and covering Safe Systems of Work\nDevelop effective Emergency Response Skills for those working in a water-based environment\n\nNWSMP Syllabus\nLevel 1 – Compulsory (Dry Based\, i.e. candidates don’t actually get in the water)\nFor those working or supervising near water who do not have a definite intention to get into the water\, e.g. a School Teacher taking a group on a field trip. \nCourse Duration: six hours comprising of: Two hours Self Study – knowledge based; and Four hours Guided Learning (with a teacher) – interactive sessions \nLevel 2 (Low level water activity up to approx. thigh height)\nFor those who have a greater likelihood of getting closer to or in the water but with a definite intention to stay within standing depth\, e.g. Construction Worker or Ranger working at the margins\, teacher taking pupils rock pooling\, pond dipping\, etc. \nCandidates MUST complete and pass Level 1 before undertaking Level 2. It is split into THREE different environments: Beach\, River and Still Water. \nCourse Duration: three hours PER Environment \nLevel 3 (In-Water Rescue aimed at PROGRAMMED activities\, but NOT free swimming as this would require the NVBLQ qualification)\nFor those with clients/people under their supervision\, who might be swimming out of their depth\, e.g. Outdoor Pursuit Instructor leading a deep water activity session\, or those leading/supervising programmed open water activities\, e.g. canoeing\, kayaking\, relays\, etc. \nCandidates must complete and pass Levels 1 and 2 before undertaking Level 3. Practised in the water\, this level involves being able to do a 30m contact rescue and a 15m contact tow \nCourse Duration: two hours. \nThe award lasts for two years.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/19-may-2020-rlss-nwsmp-level-2-beach-safety-management/
LOCATION:Quest Adventures\, 49 New Road\, Porthcawl\, CF36 5DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Quest Adventures":MAILTO:questadventures98@gmail.com
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