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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190719T094500
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED Gunpowder Works Workshop for Outdoor Providers
DESCRIPTION:This new workshop is being provided by Ruth Coulthard of Brecon Beacons National Park Authority to inform Outdoor Providers about the historic gunpowder works at Pontneddfechan. \nThe workshop is open to paid-up SWOAPG Members (and their employed staff). It is a free workshop\, but advance booking is required – please RSVP below to reserve places. \nMorning (until 1pm) – short introductions to geology\, history\, ecology\, gunpowder works and our work on visitor management in waterfall country.\nAfternoon (optional) – walk through the Gunpowder Works\, up onto the hillfort\, silica mines and then down to Bwa Maen. \nMeet 09:45 for 10:00 start. \nBBNPA will provide a resource pack with highlights of each talk as well as copies of the presentations. \nThere will be tea/coffee/biscuits but PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH. \nPresenters will be Ruth Coulthard\, Alan Bowring\, James Lawrence (Visitor Management Officer) plus hopefully Cadw and BBNPA’s project ecologist.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/19-july-2019-gunpowder-works-workshop-for-outdoor-providers/
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;TZID=Europe/London:20190716T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190716T200000
DTSTAMP:20190614T102201Z
CREATED:20190524T154736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T102201Z
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SUMMARY:16 Jul 2019 Introduction to Coaching 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/introduction-to-coaching-supervision/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190715
DTSTAMP:20190705T144339Z
CREATED:20190705T144339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T144339Z
UID:1016-1563062400-1563148799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:14 Jul 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/14-jul-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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190715
DTSTAMP:20190706T073559Z
CREATED:20190706T073111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T073559Z
UID:1081-1562976000-1563148799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:13-14 Jul 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/13-14-jul-2019-mountain-moorland-navigation-stage-1/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190715
DTSTAMP:20190705T131512Z
CREATED:20190705T130619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T131512Z
UID:941-1562976000-1563148799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:13-14 Jul 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/13-15-jul-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:20190713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190714
DTSTAMP:20190705T144306Z
CREATED:20190705T143436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T144306Z
UID:992-1562976000-1563062399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:13 Jul 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/13-jul-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:20190710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190711
DTSTAMP:20190706T072224Z
CREATED:20190706T072224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T072224Z
UID:1059-1562716800-1562803199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:10 Jul 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/10-jul-2019-relocation-skills/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190711
DTSTAMP:20190706T074504Z
CREATED:20190706T074504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T074504Z
UID:1111-1562630400-1562803199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:9-10 Jul 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/9-10-jul-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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190710
DTSTAMP:20190706T071254Z
CREATED:20190706T071254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190706T071254Z
UID:1039-1562630400-1562716799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:9 Jul 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/9-jul-2019-contour-recognition/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Walker Mountain Activities":MAILTO:kevin@mountain-activities.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190707
DTSTAMP:20190705T132803Z
CREATED:20190705T132803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190705T132803Z
UID:979-1562284800-1562457599@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:5-6 Jul 2019 IRF inline-raft guide workshops
DESCRIPTION:Inline-Raft: inflatable whitewater craft\, with 1\, 2 or 3 person seated inline. (croc\, ducky\, whitewater-canoe\, outsider\, inflatable kayak\, inline miniraft\, etc…). On commercial trips\, inline-rafts not necessarily have Inline-Raft Guides on board; they can operate from different crafts covering multiple inline-rafts at the same time.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/5-6-jul-2019-irf-inline-raft-guide-workshops/
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:20190628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190629
DTSTAMP:20190614T102223Z
CREATED:20190524T152707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T102223Z
UID:745-1561680000-1561766399@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:28 Jun 2019 Fostering a Connection
DESCRIPTION:This course was designed for outdoor providers to help them find ways of fostering a feeling of connection between their clients and the world around them and is accepted as CPD for members of the Mountain Training Association and the Association of Mountain Instructors. \nHelp your clients engage with their environment. Designed specifically for outdoor learning providers by Joe Roberts (Natural Resources Wales)\, Lun Roberts (ER Outdoors) and Jim Langley (Nature’s Work) in response to an Institute for Outdoor Learning (IOL) initiative\, an opportunity to try out games\, quizzes and other activities designed to help foster our clients’ connection to the environment\, to discuss these new ideas with fellow practitioners and to develop our own. Connection can take place on many levels (intellectually\, practically\, emotionally\, spiritually\, through our senses and through our creativity) and the activities on offer reflect this diversity. An e-manual of teaching resources is included in the price. \nPrice £50 (£30 for members of Pembrokeshire Charter Group\, North Wales Environmental Outdoor Charter Group\, South Wales Outdoor Activity Providers’ Group and the Mountain Training Association and the Institute for Outdoor Learning. \nMore details at: Fostering a connection 2019 to 2020 \n 
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/190628-fostering-a-connection/
LOCATION:Cynefin\, Carmarthenshire\, SA31 3NW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Lun Roberts":MAILTO:lunwroberts@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190626T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190626T190000
DTSTAMP:20190614T102251Z
CREATED:20190426T095804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T102251Z
UID:688-1561570200-1561575600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:26 Jun 2019 Fostering a Connection - Taster session
DESCRIPTION:The ‘Fostering a Connection’ course was designed by Lun Roberts (ER Outdoors)\, Jim Langley (Nature’s Work) and Joe Roberts (Natural Resources Wales) to meet the needs of outdoor providers wishing to engage their clients with the environment and to foster their connection to it.  The full course takes a day\, costs £50 (£30 concessions) and includes a manual.  This taster is free and gives you an insight into the philosophy behind the course and a chance to try out some of the activities in the manual including quizzes\, games\, phone app testing\, folk tales\, bush craft and much more.  Connection takes place on many levels (intellectually\, practically\, emotionally\, spiritually\, through our senses\, through our creativity\, etc.) and the activities on offer reflect this diversity.  We are not trying to teach field studies or asking people to become walking encyclopaedias of flora and fauna. Instead we offer games and activities which can be fitted seamlessly into existing outdoor courses. \nFREE to attend but please book
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/fostering-a-connection-taster-session/
LOCATION:Outward Bound\, Aberdyfi\, LL35 0RA\, United Arab Emirates
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190618T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190618T200000
DTSTAMP:20190614T102315Z
CREATED:20190524T154645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T102315Z
UID:762-1560884400-1560888000@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:18 Jun 2019 Introduction to Outdoor Learning Coaching
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/introduction-to-outdoor-learning-coaching/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190607T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190607T160000
DTSTAMP:20190529T134959Z
CREATED:20190417T110639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T134959Z
UID:581-1559901600-1559923200@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Gower Climbing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Three Cliffs – a guide for instructors\nThis workshop will look at making best use of coastal areas\,  like Three Cliffs Bay\, for rock climbing sessions with groups. \nIf plan A is your only plan then lots can get in the way; weather\, tide\, group ability and other people. Learn more about what’s on offer on this beautiful and popular section of coast\, and the transferable skills of identifying the right venue for your day. \nThe day will be facilitated by Matt Woodfield\, Mountaineering Instructor\, technical advisor\, local guidebook author and super keen climber. \nWho’s it for: Anyone involved in delivering climbing sessions on the coast. \nBring: Your instructor climbing kit\, helmet\, harness and cows-tail. Come dressed for conditions on the day. \nCost £25 per person. \nBooking: \nAttendees must be either Full/Associate Individual Members or staff from Full/Associate Corporate Members or Supporters. Credentials will be checked on booking. \n\nParticipants who are already registered as SWOAPG members on our online membership system should login and ‘proceed to payment’\, then select the appropriate workshop from the list presented.\nParticipants who are not already registered as SWOAPG members can book here.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/gower-climbing-workshop/
LOCATION:Southgate National Trust Car Park\, Gower\, SA3 2DH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190608
DTSTAMP:20190529T135032Z
CREATED:20190419T162200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T135032Z
UID:611-1559779200-1559951999@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Practical First Aid for Outdoor Instructors
DESCRIPTION:Swansea Valley venue \n£165 for the 2 day course \nContact Gary Evans
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/190606-practical-first-aid-for-outdoor-instructors/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Evans Outdoors":MAILTO:garyswcro@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190605T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190605T203000
DTSTAMP:20190529T134705Z
CREATED:20190508T130223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T134705Z
UID:712-1559757600-1559766600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Mellte Gorge Rescue Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Run by Quest Adventures in association with Mountain Rescue on behalf of SWOAPG \nThis workshop is a great opportunity for all current gorge leaders to learn more and share ideas about evacuation and rescues form the area. The Mountain Rescue team will also be there to add input and explain how evacuations work from their point of view. This will also be a good networking process that will strengthen the working relationship between instructors and MR. The workshop will be run on the 5th June and there will be two sessions one from 13:00 till 16:00 and the second from 18:00 till 20:30. Ideally this workshop is meant for current gorge leaders but of course all are welcome. Please bring all your own personal kit as you would wear in the gorge and if all could bring a group bag as well as this will help with discussions. \nBooking: \nAttendees must be either Full/Associate Individual Members or staff from Full/Associate Corporate Members or Supporters. Credentials will be checked on booking. \n\nParticipants who are already registered as SWOAPG members on our online membership system should login and ‘proceed to payment’\, then select the appropriate workshop from the list presented.\nParticipants who are not already registered as SWOAPG members can book here.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/190605-6pm-mellte-gorge-rescue-workshop/
LOCATION:Clyn Gwyn 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:20190605T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190605T160000
DTSTAMP:20190529T134601Z
CREATED:20190508T125618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T134601Z
UID:710-1559739600-1559750400@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Mellte Gorge Rescue Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Run by Quest Adventures in association with Mountain Rescue on behalf of SWOAPG \nThis workshop is a great opportunity for all current gorge leaders to learn more and share ideas about evacuation and rescues form the area. The Mountain Rescue team will also be there to add input and explain how evacuations work from their point of view. This will also be a good networking process that will strengthen the working relationship between instructors and MR. The workshop will be run on the 5th June and there will be two sessions one from 13:00 till 16:00 and the second from 18:00 till 20:30. Ideally this workshop is meant for current gorge leaders but of course all are welcome. Please bring all your own personal kit as you would wear in the gorge and if all could bring a group bag as well as this will help with discussions. \nBooking: \nAttendees must be either Full/Associate Individual Members or staff from Full/Associate Corporate Members or Supporters. Credentials will be checked on booking. \n\nParticipants who are already registered as SWOAPG members on our online membership system should login and ‘proceed to payment’\, then select the appropriate workshop from the list presented.\nParticipants who are not already registered as SWOAPG members can book here.\n\nhttps://app.loveadmin.com/EventsLink/E0FD5D580B3BF9E1F877A828B202A9EE.htm
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/190605-1pm-mellte-gorge-rescue-workshop/
LOCATION:Clyn Gwyn 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:20190531T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190531T210000
DTSTAMP:20190529T134407Z
CREATED:20190424T070344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T134407Z
UID:681-1559327400-1559336400@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:CANCELLED Porth yr Ogof Cave Workshop
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO THE DEMAND FOR OUR ‘BRIDGE CAVE’ WORKSHOP\, WE HAVE DECIDED TO CANCEL THE PORTH YR OGOF WORKSHOP AND MAKE ADDITIONAL SPACES AVAILABLE AT BRIDGE CAVE INSTEAD \nThis session will be run at Porth Yr Ogof and Gary Evans will be there to show you some hidden gems and extra special areas in the cave. This session will also look at fossils and cave life. Come and share you ideas and see what else is waiting to be found. \nPlease meet Gary in Porth Yr Ogof car park at 18:30 sharp and ready to go. \nCost £15 per person. \nBooking: \nAttendees must be either Full/Associate Individual Members or staff from Full/Associate Corporate Members or Supporters. Credentials will be checked on booking. \n\nParticipants who are already registered as SWOAPG members on our online membership system should login and ‘proceed to payment’\, then select the appropriate workshop from the list presented.\nParticipants who are not already registered as SWOAPG members can book here.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/190531-porth-yr-ogof-cave-workshop/
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:20190531T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190531T210000
DTSTAMP:20190529T134303Z
CREATED:20190424T064948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T134303Z
UID:676-1559327400-1559336400@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Bridge Cave Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will be run at Bridge Cave and will be focused on geology\, group management and hidden gems in Bridge Cave. Please come along and see what extras you can do in this cave and share your ideas and with others. Gary Evans and Juliet Parker-Smith will take you around the cave and show you what is hiding away and what else can be used in there to bring that extra bit to your sessions. \nPlease meet Gary and Juliet at the entrance to Bridge cave at 18:30 sharp ready to go. \nCost £15 per person. \nBooking: \nAttendees must be either Full/Associate Individual Members or staff from Full/Associate Corporate Members or Supporters. Credentials will be checked on booking. \n\nParticipants who are already registered as SWOAPG members on our online membership system should login and ‘proceed to payment’\, then select the appropriate workshop from the list presented.\nParticipants who are not already registered as SWOAPG members can book here.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/190531-bridge-cave-workshop/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190530
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190601
DTSTAMP:20190529T135113Z
CREATED:20190419T162357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190529T135113Z
UID:616-1559174400-1559347199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:BCA LCMLA Level 2 Training Course
DESCRIPTION:Western Beacons venue \n£170 for the 2 day course \nContact Gary Evans
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/190530-bca-lcmla-level-2-training-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Evans Outdoors":MAILTO:garyswcro@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190519
DTSTAMP:20190419T163452Z
CREATED:20190419T162957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T163452Z
UID:627-1557968400-1558141199@swoapg.com
SUMMARY: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/190516-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;TZID=Europe/London:20190505T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190505T170000
DTSTAMP:20190419T155502Z
CREATED:20190216T122706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T155502Z
UID:475-1557054000-1557075600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:2019 Waterfalls Country Residents Activity Day
DESCRIPTION:A day of FREE family-friendly activities: age 9 to adult \n\nGorge-Walking\nRock Climbing\nEducational Walks\nsome sessions may be available through the medium of Welsh\n\n Morning / afternoon sessions: 10am-12.30pm & 1.30-4pm\nCome to one or both (subject to availability) \nParents will be required to complete Consent Forms\nand be available throughout the sessions
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/2019-waterfalls-country-residents-activity-day/
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190425
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190428
DTSTAMP:20190419T163452Z
CREATED:20190419T162728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T163452Z
UID:621-1556154000-1556326799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:RLSS NWSMP Levels 1 to 3 Training Course
DESCRIPTION:South Wales venue \n£190 for the 2 day course \nContact Gary Evans
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/190425-rlss-nwsmp-levels-1-to-3-training-course/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Evans Outdoors":MAILTO:garyswcro@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190423
DTSTAMP:20190419T163452Z
CREATED:20190419T162902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T163452Z
UID:625-1555722000-1555894799@swoapg.com
SUMMARY: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/190420-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;TZID=Europe/London:20190322T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190322T180000
DTSTAMP:20190419T155502Z
CREATED:20190228T120613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T155502Z
UID:489-1553270400-1553277600@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Dinas/Sychryd Code of Conduct Training
DESCRIPTION:This is a Code of Conduct Training session for Providers who are signed-up to the NRW Waterfalls Country Concordat. It is a requirement that a representative from each Provider has attended a Code of Conduct Training session if they wish to use of the area for Gorge Walking. \nThis session is suitable for both new Providers that are starting to use the gorge\, as well as established Providers who would like a refresher or to bring new staff up to speed. \n\nAttendees must be either 2018 Full Individual Members or staff from 2018 Full Corporate Members or 2018 Supporters or their staff. Credentials will be checked on booking.\n\nThe Sychryd session is based on the paths around the gorge so no in-water kit is required\, but we will be undertaking the training whatever the weather\, so come prepared. \nWe will meet at 4pm in the main car park at Dinas Rock. \nThe cost is £25 per person\, but one free space will be available to Providers who have paid for 2018 Full Membership (and who have not already claimed their free place).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/dinas-sychryd-code-of-conduct-training-3/
LOCATION:Dinas Rock Car Park\, Coed-Y-Rhaidyr\, Pontneddfechan\, SA11 5NU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181127T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181127T193000
DTSTAMP:20190419T155502Z
CREATED:20181117T090208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T155502Z
UID:429-1543343400-1543347000@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:SWOAPG Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2018 Annual General Meeting of the South Wales Outdoor Activity Providers Group will be held on… \nTuesday 27 November\, 6.30pm at RockUK Summit Centre\, CF46 6RD \nRefreshments will be available for purchase from the café and\, after the meeting\, a free tour of the Centre and free use of the climbing wall (subject to registered climber conditions). \nThe Agenda for the meeting will include: \n\nWelcome & Apologies\nMatters Arising from November 2017 AGM and April 2017 Emergency General Meeting \nOverview of SWOAPG’s recent and planned activity\nReceipt of Annual Report and Accounts\nApproval of new Terms of Reference\n\nSee proposed SWOAPG Terms of Reference 2018 (required because of our transition to Company status\, describing membership categories and roles of Steering Group\, Board of Directors and key personnel)\nFor information\, see SWOAPG Articles of Association (for new company\, agreed last year) and existing SWOAPG Terms of Reference 2016 (for the ‘old’ Unincorporated Association)\n\n\nElection of Steering Group\, Directors & Chairperson – nominations received:\n\nSteering Group – Stephen Davies (School Camp Ltd)\, Roger Lee (Hampshire & Cass Foundation Mountain Centre)\nBoard of Directors: Mark Soanes (Call of the Wild – already co-opted but needs to be elected formally)\, Stephen Davies\nChairperson: Emyr Rees (current Chairperson)\n\n\nFormal Dissolution of SWOAPG as an Unincorporated Association (following our Incorporation as a Company Limited by Guarantee)\nApproval of 2019 Membership Fees (we are proposing to keep the same fees as 2018\, with no increase for inflation)\nQ&A with Steering Group & Coordinator
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/swoapg-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:RockUK Summit Centre\, The Old Drift Mine\, Treharris\, CF46 6RD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181012T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181012T173000
DTSTAMP:20190419T155502Z
CREATED:20180501T185327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T155502Z
UID:150-1539340200-1539365400@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Geology Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Classroom morning and hill-based afternoon\, looking at how the hills near Cribarth are linked to the Sea\, with Alan Bowring of Brecon Beacons National Park Authority. Possible content: \n\nCarboniferous Limestone – variety of units within it reflecting changing original marine depositional environments between 360 and 330 million years ago.\nSubsequent expansion of coastal deltas – the deposits now being known as the Twrch Sandstone and the Bishopston Mudstones of the Marros* Group (formerly the Basal Grit and Middle Shales of the Millstone Grit Series) *Marros is the coastal hamlet on the Pembs/Carms border where these rocks are magnificently displayed in the sea cliffs\, including Telpyn Point.\nFaulting and folding of the horizontal strata in the Variscan Orogeny due to ocean closure and mountain-building as witnessed along the Swansea/Cribarth Disturbance (which runs up from Swansea Bay).\nLegacy of the last Ice Age (including locally\, striations and polishing of sandstone surfaces\, glacial erratics) – water locked-up in ice-sheets caused global sea levels to fall as recorded\, for example\, on Gower Coast.\nDevelopment of karstic features – Britain’s deepest cave is opposite\, whilst Wales’ largest enclosed surface hollow in on Cribarth’s flanks. Plentiful shakeholes.\nIndustrial exploitation at Cribarth and nearby for limestone\, rottenstone and silica rock – exported via tramroads to Swansea canal and then down to the sea.\n\nAttendees must be either 2018 Full/Associate Individual Members or staff from 2018 Full/Associate Corporate Members or 2018 Supporters. Credentials will be checked on booking. \nAttendees will need to come with everything they need in order to feed and support themselves on the hill.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/geology-workshop/
LOCATION:Craig-y-Nos Country Park\, Pen-y-Cae\, Swansea\, SA9 1GL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181006T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181006T123000
DTSTAMP:20190419T155502Z
CREATED:20181003T193219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T155502Z
UID:392-1538825400-1538829000@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Dinas/Sychryd Code of Conduct Training
DESCRIPTION:This is a Code of Conduct Training session for Providers who are signed-up to the NRW Waterfalls Country Concordat. It is a requirement that a representative from each Provider attends a Code of Conduct Training session if they wish to use of the area for Gorge Walking. \nThis session is suitable for both new Providers that are starting to use the gorge\, as well as established Providers who would like a refresher or to bring new staff up to speed. \n\nAttendees must be either 2018 Full Individual Members or staff from 2018 Full Corporate Members or 2018 Supporters or their staff. Credentials will be checked on booking.\n\nThe Sychryd session is based on the paths around the gorge so no in-water kit is required\, but we will be undertaking the training whatever the weather\, so come prepared. \nWe will meet in the main car park at Dinas Rock. \nThe cost is £25 per person\, but one free space will be available to Providers who have paid for 2018 Full Membership (and who have not already claimed their free place).
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/dinas-sychryd-code-of-conduct-training-2/
LOCATION:Dinas Rock Car Park\, Coed-Y-Rhaidyr\, Pontneddfechan\, SA11 5NU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181005T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181005T180000
DTSTAMP:20190419T155502Z
CREATED:20180509T194842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T155502Z
UID:191-1538737200-1538762400@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Cwm Porth Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:An opportunity for SWOAPG Members to help Brecon Beacons National Park Authority with work that needs doing around Porth yr Ogof. \nMost of the work is above ground\, so just old clothes and waterproofs plus wellies and gloves are required. Helmets would also be useful for work under cliffs. \nBring a packed lunch and lots of water!
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/volunteer-day/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20180905T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20180905T193000
DTSTAMP:20190419T155502Z
CREATED:20180824T101035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190419T155502Z
UID:359-1536168600-1536175800@swoapg.com
SUMMARY:Dinas/Sychryd & Mellte Code of Conduct Training
DESCRIPTION:This is a Code of Conduct Training session for Providers who are signed-up to the NRW Waterfalls Country Concordat. It is a requirement that a representative from each Provider attends a Code of Conduct Training session if they wish to use of the area for Gorge Walking. \nThis session will cover both the Sychryd Gorge (including Loonies Leap) 4.30-5.30pm\, and the upper Mellte c.5.30-6.30pm for those who need this as well. \nThis session is suitable for both new Providers that are starting to use the gorge\, as well as established Providers who would like a refresher or to bring new staff up to speed. \n\nAttendees must be either 2018 Full Individual Members or staff from 2018 Full Corporate Members or 2018 Supporters or their staff. Credentials will be checked on booking.\n\nThe Sychryd session is based on the paths around the gorge so no in-water kit is required\, but we will be undertaking the training whatever the weather\, so come prepared. The Mellte session is classroom-based in the Village Hall. \nWe will meet in the main car park at Dinas Rock. \nThe cost is £25 per person\, but one free space will be available to Providers who have paid for 2018 Full Membership (and who have not already claimed their free place). To book a place\, please complete the full booking process and we will cancel the payment process where appropriate.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/dinas-sychryd-mellte-code-of-conduct-training/
LOCATION:Dinas Rock Car Park\, Coed-Y-Rhaidyr\, Pontneddfechan\, SA11 5NU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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