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Learning how to rock climb for the first time in Snowdonia with Mountaineering Joe

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Lindsey rock climbing in Snowdonia. She was very relaxed on the lower off

Learning to rock climb in Snowdonia is a great experience . Lindsey and Dylan spend the day at Tryfan Bach in the Snowdonia park learning how to climb outdoors on real rock. We started the with a few single pitch climbs in the morning, then learn how to abseil, followed by Dylan doing his first multi pitch climb on Tryfan Bach. Dylan came down the route with a 200ft abseil. Dylan is a total natural on the rock. A great day. Learn how to rock climb with Mountaineering Joe.

Dylan rock climbing on his first multi pitch climb…a natural

Rock climbing in Llanberis Pass on Crackstone Rib with Mountaineering Joe in Snowdonia

Adventure Holidays, Private Guiding, Rock Climbing, Snowdonia

Just over the crux on the second pitch of Crack stone Rib. Rock Climbing in Llanberis Pass

Rock climbing in Llanberis Pass with Mountaineering Joe in Snowdonia with excellent weather. We were rock climbing Crackstone Rib in Llanberis pass. This is such an excellent climb with a great transverse on the first pitch to the edge of the rock rib. An exposed second pitch where you have to launch yourself on to the exposed rib and a committing hand traverse across the rock wall at the end. Rocking climbing with Mountaineering Joe

The final pitch on Crackstone Rib with the hand traverse, rock climbing with Mountaineering Joe

Welsh 3000s preparation on Crib Goch with Lindsey and Dylan

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Welsh 3000s preparation on Crib Goch. Its all easy now Welsh 3000s preparation starting the scrambling after the col

Lindsey and Dylan are preparing for the Welsh 3000s challenge at the end of the month. This week they tackled the knife edged Crib Goch ridge. Dylan was just a natural .. very relaxed as if he had done it many times and Lindsey soon got on top of it and by the end of the edge she was relaxed and flying! The Welsh 3000s will be no problems for them!

Welsh 3000s preparation on Crib Goch. Taking the Crib Goch turning here we go!

Welsh 3000s (14 peaks) Challenge over Snowdonia

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Welsh 3000s 14 peaks Elidir Fach summit finally with the Cantilever

Welsh 3000s (14 peaks) Challenge. The weather was really good for the Welsh 3000s covering 30 miles and 14 of Snowdonia’s highest peaks ..what a great mountaineering walk! The pictures show some excellent views across Snowdonia. Whether you want to attempt this in 24 hours or at a more relaxing pace over 2 days staying in mountain style accommodation deep in Snowdonia have a look at http://mountaineeringjoe.co.uk/welsh-3000s-14-peaks-challenge/ and email or call for a chat with Joe

Head torches full on for the start of the Welsh 3000s 14 peaks!

A Guided day out rock scrambling on Crib Goch on Snowdon, It is of the finest ridges in Snowdonia.

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Guided rock scrambling on the Crib Goch sharp knife edge. Robert making the moves across the ridge

A great day out rock scrambling on the Crib Goch. Scrambling up the south ridge with it’s great rock steps and across the exposed knife edge ridge, scrambling up all the rock peaks and then on to the summit of Snowdon. An excellent day out with some really good exposed scrambling. Rock scrambling with Mountaineering Joe

Guided rock scrambling on the Crib Goch sharp knife edge ridge.

Mtn Training courses. A Mountain skills course with Mountaineering Joe

Adventure Holidays, Mountain Challenges, Mountaineering, Scrambling, Snowdonia, Walking

Reaching the summit of Pen ye Ole Wen

One of MtnTraining courses. A Mountain skills course really will help you to develop the necessary skills to enjoy the mountains fully and safely with Mountaineering Joe. Run over a weekend you will develop navigation skills, route finding, hazards and emergency procedures, weather, clothing systems and environmental knowledge to leave you prepared for walking in the mountains. The next course is the end of May 2015.

Moving fast over grade 2 ground with Mountaineering Joe

Mountain skills Course this March.

Adventure Holidays, Mountaineering, Navigation and Map Reading, Snowdonia

Leading a navigation leg Mountain Skills course one of Mountain Training’s courses

Thanks to Raj, Keiran, Louise, Bani, and Dan what a great group I had on our Mountain skills course this March. We had a great time spent over 2 days navigating and discussing mountains skills and the environment which all leads up to walking in the mountains safely. Topics discussed included planning your route, route finding, clothing systems, mountain weather, emergency situations and of course navigation You also get me to chat in the future to keep developing those mountain skills.

Mountain Skills Group A great day out navigating a great day out

Learning to lead outdoor rock climbing

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Learning to Rock climb on slate

We had a great few days transferring indoor wall climbing and bouldering skills to outdoor leading multi pitch rock climbing. Placing gear, building belays, and belay stance management. A great way to start your outdoor rock climbing

learning to handle the pressure while Abseiling rock climbing routes

Mountain Training registered Mountain Skills Course

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All prepared for navigation in the Mountains on the Mountain skills course

The Mountain skills course develops mountain skills. Nic , James and Matty wanted to make sure they had everything covered. We went through everything required to look after yourself is covered from navigation to what to pack in your rucksack. Will spent 2 days out in the mountains discussing what to do when, personal kit, and they developed their navigation skills particularly on the contour interpretation front.
Get yourself prepared in the mountains with Mountaineering Joe !
Duration: 2 day + 1 evening – instruction only Cost: £120 for the course Location: Snowdonia, North Wales Group size: up to 4 clients with Mountaineering Joe!

Some of the Mountain Skills Course content

What to take into account for high level mountain walks • Navigation in mountains • Weather in the mountains and how this differs to normal forecasts • Dealing with emergencies

The Mountain Skills course is for people who want feel safe whilst in the mountains.

How it all works
Mountain Training, is the official UK body that oversees training for qualifications and personal skills in the outdoors. All participants are required to register with Mountain Training. (http://www.mountain-training.org/walking/awards/hill-and-mountain-skills). Registration:

Access to unlimited technical advice from Mountain Training • You enter your walks into their logbook so you have a record of everything you have done (optional but great if you intend to take the outdoors further!) • You will receive copy of the ‘Safety on Mountains’ handbook • You Register/book a course on their web site You then book a course via their web site. My courses will be listed under Mountaineeringjoe.

Following this link for further details: http://mountaineeringjoe.co.uk/mountain-skills-courses-snowdonia/ Once registered you can then start logging your days out immediately if you want to. When you are ready to book a course this can be done via the mountain training web site. I will be able to see your log book and then be able to tailor the instruction personally for you. Once you have attend the course then a certificate of attendance after the training course will be send to you. Course requirements and equipment • You will need clothing and footwear that is appropriate for mountain conditions. • Hill and Mountain Skills courses require a minimum of 2 persons to run. • Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information contact Mountaineering Joe or visit Mountain Training.

Get yourself prepared in the mountains with Mountaineering Joe.

Mountain Skills Course: Now available book your course now

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Mountain Skills Courses

Snowdonia is scattered with little lakes and ponds

This course develops mountain skills, and is idea for young people starting to enjoy the outdoors. Everything required to look after yourself is covered from navigation to what to pack in your rucksack. You will spend 2 days out in the mountains discussing what to do when, personal kit, and you will get technical help whenever you need in the future in order to develop your skills.
What an ideal birthday present! Get yourself prepared in the mountains with Mountaineering Joe !
Duration: 2 day + 1 evening – instruction only
Cost: £100 for the course
Location: Snowdonia, North Wales
Group size: up to 4 clients with 1 instructor
Mountain Skills Course basic content
• Developing plans for high level mountain walks
• Use of a map and compass on steep ground
• Understanding the weather in the mountains and how this differs to normal forecasts
• Dealing with emergencies while out walking
• Walking on steep ground including route finding
• Learning about the mountain environment
• Course review and feedback
The Mountain Skills course is for people who want feel safe while in the mountain environment. Participants levelof fitness should reflect what they want to do
How it all works
Mountain Training, is the official UK body that oversees training for qualifications and personal skills in the outdoors.
All participants are required to register with Mountain Training. (http://www.mountain-training.org/walking/awards/hill-and-mountain-skills).
Registration:
This is a one-off cost and allows access to either or both courses. Cost: £20 per person (£17 for under 14 to 18s) This allows:
• Access to unlimited technical advice from Mountain Training
• You enter your walks into their logbook so you have a record of everything you have done (optional but great if you intend to take the outdoors further!)
• You will receive copy of the ‘Safety on Mountains’ handbook
• You Register/book a course on their web site
You then book a course via their web site. My courses will be listed under Mountaineeringjoe.
Following this link for further details: http://mountaineeringjoe.co.uk/mountain-skills-courses-snowdonia/
Once registered you can then start logging your days out immediately if you want to. When you are ready to book a course this can be done via the mountain training web site. I will be able to see your log book and then be able to tailor the instruction personally for you. Once you have attend the course then a certificate of attendance after the training course will be send to you.
Course requirements and equipment
• You will need clothing and footwear that is appropriate for mountain conditions.
• Hill and Mountain Skills courses require a minimum of 2 persons to run.
• Under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
For more information contact Mountaineering Joe or visit mountain training. Remember if you have a group of 4 or more then I can personally arrange a course date to suit you and bunkhouse accommodation for £120 pp during the week.
Get yourself prepared in the mountains with Mountaineering Joe.