Hill Skills Courses

Hill Skills Course Overview

This is a great way to develop your personal skills and confidence in all elements of hill walking. From planning a coastal walk to navigating in the hills, these courses are the ideal opportunity to learn the basics and enjoy the countryside.  

What does a Hill Skills Course Cover?

• Planning – how to successfully plan a walk in the hills.
• Walking skills – what things should you consider while out walking and what can make life easier (pace, nutrition, movement skills, steep ground etc.).
• Clothing and equipment – being suitably dressed and equipped can make the difference between a great day out and a complete disaster.
• Weather – how it affects a day out.
• Navigation in the hills– everything from selecting a compass and using a map to navigation in poor visibility and an intro to GPS.
• Environmental knowledge – how to minimise your impact on the hill, information on good practice and useful organisations.
• Hazards and emergency procedures in the hills– how to respond to any hazards you encounter and what to do in an emergency.

Who are the courses for?

The Hill Skills course is for anyone who is interested in exploring our hills.  It is ideal for those without any experience. 

​A general level of fitness is required for a days walking in upland and mountainous terrain.