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Scottish Winter Climbing Courses | Elite Guides
Fort William, Scotland - Ben Nevis and Glencoe and the Cairngorms
Ben Nevis and Glencoe offer some of the most reliable winter climbing conditions in Scotland. All of our Scottish Winter Climbing Courses are available for single or multiple days, any time of the week and the length of the course will vary depending on your needs. We offer a range of Scottish Winter Climbing Courses, from Introductory courses to advanced, so you can pick the right course for you.
Introduction to Winter Climbing Courses
Our Introduction to Winter Climbing Course is designed for people who have no winter climbing experience, maybe you're a rock climber who wants to swing ice axes for the first time or you've spent many a time walking under the crags wondering what it would be like. We'll look at movement, route choice, rope work and placing traditional and winter gear, our time will be spent on routes between grade I and III. Max ratio 1:2.
Scottish Winter Climbing Improvers Course
This Scottish Winter Climbing Improvers Course is for those who already have experience of Winter Climbing and would like to broaden their knowledge, improve on their skills base or improve their confidence to help them achieve their climbing goals. We will review your existing skills and build on the areas that will help you go further. During this course we will ideally work on grade III to V routes. Max ratio 1:2.
Winter Climbing Course Kit list
- Crampon compatible winter boots*
- Crampons (compatible with your boots)*
- A pair of technical climbing axes*
- Waterproof jacket and trousers.
- Socks.
- Base layers to be worn next to the skin. (not cotton)
- Comfortable walking trousers. (not jeans)
- Warm mid-layers. At least two, one to wear and one as an emergency layer.
- Hats and at least 2 pairs of gloves.
- Head torch.
- A small personal first aid kit. Plasters etc.
- A flask and/or drinks bottle, 1l should be enough.
- A rucksack. Anything larger than a 30l pack will do and a waterproof liner
- An orange emergency survival bag.
- A pair of goggles (ideally with clear lenses)
- A helmet
- A harness
- A belay plate and carabiner
* - These items can be hired if needed.
If you have any questions please ask.
