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SUMMARY:1-3 Mar 2023 Hill & Moorland Leader Training (by Outdoor Matters)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Brecon Beacons for 3 days building the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Hill & Moorland terrain in the UK. This Mountain Training approved course is run by an experienced trainer and includes post course support and learning material. \n\n\n\nVenue Abercraf\, cost £230.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/1-3-mar-2023-hill-moorland-leader-training-by-outdoor-matters/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Matters (Matt Woodfield)":MAILTO:climbwithmatt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230303T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230303T150000
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SUMMARY:Fri 3 Mar 2023 CPD Workshop: Learn about…the Nedd Fechan Caves
DESCRIPTION:NB this event is subject to weather conditions. If there is too much water in the Nedd Fechan\, we’ll either postpone or replace with an alternative activity. \n\n\n\nCome and join Brecon Beacons National Park Authority’s Geopark Development Officer Alan Bowring and Cave Instructor Juliet Parker-Smith\, for a geological exploration of the ‘upper’ Nedd Fechan gorge and its caves. We’ll explore Bridge Cave then take a walk along the river and dry valley via Pwll y Rhyd to White Lady Cave and Town Drain. Participants will need suitable clothing and equipment for a day’s caving (wellies\, over-suit\, knee pads\, belt\, helmet & lamp)\, plus packed lunch / snacks. Book ‘tickets’ or RSVP using the buttons below\, or e-mail coordinator@swoapg.com (there may be spaces even if the tickets are all ‘sold out’). \n\n\n\nThis is the second of a 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. Each will be led by a volunteer SWOAPG Provider* with expert staff from Brecon Beacons National Park Authority. \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: £15 for first employee\, £10 each for additional employee (employed staff only\, not freelancers\, 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: £28 (this will include Associate Membership up to 31 March\, 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* The Provider for this workshop will be Juliet Parker-Smith.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/fri-3-mar-2023-cpd-workshop-learn-aboutthe-nedd-fechan-caves/
LOCATION:Pont Cwm Pwll-y-Rhyd\, https://what3words.com/dabbing.pound.framework\, nr Ystradfellte
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230305T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230305T235959
DTSTAMP:20230220T115428Z
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SUMMARY:5 Mar 2023 Gower geology (by Outdoor Matters)
DESCRIPTION:A day exploring the geological history of Gower with geologist\, academic and climber Bethan McCarroll. We will explore the story behind the geology of Gower\, the forces that have shaped it and how this can be passed on to those we take climbing. \n\n\n\nVenue Tor Bay\, Gower\, cost £40.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/5-mar-2023-gower-geology-by-outdoor-matters/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Matters (Matt Woodfield)":MAILTO:climbwithmatt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230307T235959
DTSTAMP:20230220T115557Z
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SUMMARY:7 Mar 2023 Camping Leader Assessment (by Outdoor Matters)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Brecon Beacons for a one day assessment of the skills and knowledge required to manage groups on overnight camps. This Mountain Training approved course is run by an experienced trainer and includes pre course support and online learning materials.  \n\n\n\nVenue Abercraf\, cost £85
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/7-mar-2023-camping-leader-assessment-by-outdoor-matters/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Matters (Matt Woodfield)":MAILTO:climbwithmatt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230311T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230312T235959
DTSTAMP:20230220T115906Z
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SUMMARY:11-12 Mar 2023 Lowland Leader Training (by Outdoor Matters)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Gower for 2 days building the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Lowland terrain in the UK. This Mountain Training approved course is run by an experienced trainer and includes post course support and learning material.  \n\n\n\nVenue Parkmill\, Gower\, cost £150.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/11-12-mar-2023-lowland-leader-training-by-outdoor-matters/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Matters (Matt Woodfield)":MAILTO:climbwithmatt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230316T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230317T235959
DTSTAMP:20230126T180856Z
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SUMMARY:16-17 Mar 2023 National Coasteering Charter Guide Award Training (by Tom Partridge & Gary Evans)
DESCRIPTION:Based on Gower and Pembroke £150pp
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/15-16-mar-2023-national-coasteering-council-guide-award-training-by-tom-partridge-gary-evans/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Tom Partridge":MAILTO:info@tom-partridge.co.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230317T235959
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SUMMARY:16-17 Mar 2023 Lowland Leader  Assessment (by Outdoor Matters)
DESCRIPTION:Spend 2 days on Gower demonstrating the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Lowland terrain in the UK. We run a calm and relaxed assessment where you are given the opportunity to perform at your best and encouraged to learn something new too. \n\n\n\nVenue Parkmill\, Gower\, cost £160.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/16-17-mar-2023-lowland-leader-assessment-by-outdoor-matters/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Matters (Matt Woodfield)":MAILTO:climbwithmatt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230322T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230324T235959
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SUMMARY:22-24 Mar 2023 Hill and Moorland Leader Assessment (by Outdoor Matters)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Brecon Beacons for 3 days demonstrating the skills and knowledge required to lead groups in Hill & Moorland terrain in the UK. We run a calm and relaxed assessment where you are given the opportunity to perform at your best and encouraged to learn something new too. \n\n\n\nVenue Abercraf\, cost £250.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/22-24-mar-2023-hill-and-moorland-leader-assessment-by-outdoor-matters/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Matters (Matt Woodfield)":MAILTO:climbwithmatt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230326T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230326T235959
DTSTAMP:20230220T120902Z
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SUMMARY:26 Mar 2023 Navigation for a successful assessment (by Outdoor Matters)
DESCRIPTION:Spend the day fine tuning those nav skills and making sure you are capable and confident when you go on your assessment.  \n\n\n\nVenue Craig y Nos\, cost £60
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/26-mar-2023-navigation-for-a-successful-assessment-by-outdoor-matters/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Matters (Matt Woodfield)":MAILTO:climbwithmatt@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230327T150000
DTSTAMP:20230320T154406Z
CREATED:20230316T165425Z
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SUMMARY:Mon 27 Mar 2023 CPD Workshop: Learn about…Craig Cerrig Gleisiad & Fan Frynich
DESCRIPTION:Come and join Brecon Beacons National Park Authority’s Geopark Development Officer\, Alan Bowring\, for an exploration of the geology and history of Craig Cerrig Gleisiad (CCG) and Fan Frynich. We’ll aim to take a ‘figure 8’ walking tour up to the summit of Fan Frynich and down to Pont Blaen Cwm Du\, returning up the streamway and over the bwlch between CCG and Fan Frynich [subject to weather conditions\, of course]. Participants will need suitable fitness\, clothing and equipment for a day’s mountain walk in the prevailing weather\, including packed lunch / snacks. Book ‘tickets’ or RSVP using the buttons below\, or e-mail coordinator@swoapg.com. \n\n\n\nThis is the third of a 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. Each will be led by a volunteer SWOAPG Provider* with expert staff from Brecon Beacons National Park Authority. \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: £15 for first employee\, £10 each for additional employees (employed staff only\, not freelancers\, 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: £40 (this will include Associate Membership until 31 March 2024\, 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* The Provider for this workshop will be Steve Rayner Outdoor Pursuits\, with Steve representing his own business as a volunteer in conjunction with his role as SWOAPG Coordinator.
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/mon-27-mar-2023-cpd-workshop-learn-aboutcraig-cerrig-gleisiad-fan-frynich/
LOCATION:Craig Cerrig Gleisiad A470 layby\, https://what3words.com/reactions.bunch.rank\, nr Libanus
CATEGORIES:SWOAPG's Own Events
ORGANIZER;CN="SWOAPG Coordinator":MAILTO:coordinator@swoapg.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230331T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230331T235959
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SUMMARY:31 Mar 2023 Camping Leader Assessment (by Outdoor Matters)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Brecon Beacons for a one day assessment of the skills and knowledge required to manage groups on overnight camps. This Mountain Training approved course is run by an experienced trainer and includes pre course support and online learning materials.  \n\n\n\nVenue Abercraf\, cost £85
URL:https://swoapg.com/event/31-mar-2023-camping-leader-assessment-by-outdoor-matters/
CATEGORIES:Our Members' Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Outdoor Matters (Matt Woodfield)":MAILTO:climbwithmatt@gmail.com
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