Representing providers of Outdoor Adventurous Activities in South Wales and the Brecon Beacons
Dwr Cymru Welsh Water usually warn us in advance when they are releasing water from Ystradfellte reservoir, so that we can warn cave and gorge users. Today there was a release that we had not been told about, which caught out a number of groups and could have led to very serious consequences, potentially even … Read more
A couple of incidents in the last few days have caused me to reflect on how we work together as outdoor professionals in South Wales, particularly as we start to ramp-up into this year’s busy season. Those of you who know me will be aware that I came late in life to the world of … Read more
We’re getting ahead of the game this year, particularly for those of you renewing via invoice! SWOAPG Members can now renew their membership for 2026/7 (due on 1 April): Login to our website (opens in new tab); check and if necessary update your existing Membership Profile; then Apply for Membership – select the appropriate membership … Read more
The following CPD workshop is still open to SWOAPG Members (all-day workshops are £20 each, or £10 for up to 2 additional employees) and non-Members (£35 including Associate Membership to 31 Mar): Fri 6 Mar CPD Workshop: Learn about…Cribarth: join Alan Bowring, the BBNPA Geopark Officer, for an exploration of the geology, history and stories … Read more
If you picked up a HF weasel throwline on a palm utility belt at Dinas Rock car park recently, please contact stuart.burns@fairways.co to arrange its return. Thanks!
The following CPD workshops are still open to SWOAPG Members (all-day workshops are £20 each, or £10 for up to 2 additional employees) and non-Members (£35 including Associate Membership to 31 Mar): Mon 23 Feb CPD Workshop: Learn about…the Central Beacons: we ideally need a few more of you to join us (subject to suitable … Read more
We’ve received the following from AdventureRMS, which may be of interest to SWOAPG Members: Many providers of activities on and in the water will be starting to think about staff training, induction and refresher sessions ready for the 2026 season, just as average UK water temperatures are at their annual low (February & March). Paddle … Read more
The following two FREE 1-hour evening workshops offer opportunities for watersport users to learn more about how Dwr Cymru Welsh Water wants us to work with them to protect and secure reservoirs for our future recreational use. All Reservoir Passport holders and instructors who work on our reservoirs and rivers are strongly encouraged to attend … Read more
We’re getting ahead of the game this year, particularly for those of you renewing via invoice! SWOAPG Members can now renew their membership for 2026/7 (due on 1 April): Login to our website (opens in new tab); check and if necessary update your existing Membership Profile; then Apply for Membership – select the appropriate membership … Read more
The following CPD workshops are still open to SWOAPG Members (all-day workshops are £20 each, or £10 for up to 2 additional employees) and non-Members (£35 including Associate Membership to 31 Mar): 2 Feb 2026 CPD Workshop: Learn about…Llygad Llwchwr: join Alan Bowring and Richard Hill for an exploration of Llygad Llwchwr (starting at Herbert’s … Read more