Classic North West Ridges
- Location Scotland
- Duration 2 days
- Price from £440.00
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Highlights
The North West Classic Ridge course has been put together for people who would like to be guided up and along the classic ridges in the North West Highlands. If conditions allow tackling some of the most famous ridges throughout this three-day course will be an unforgettable experience! The ridges could include Liathach, An Teallach and Forcan Ridge.
Any technical equipment, crampons, ice axe, harness & helmet is included in the price
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Effectively planning your days in the mountains, using weather and avalanche forecasts
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Recap of core winter skills, such as using the ice axe and crampons for approaching climbs
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Route finding; interpreting the guide book and while on the route
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Coaching to develop movement over 'scrambling' type terrain
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Avalanche awareness/avoidance and its implications for safe route choice
Any technical equipment, crampons, ice axe, harness & helmet is included in the price
✓
Effectively planning your days in the mountains, using weather and avalanche forecasts
✓
Recap of core winter skills, such as using the ice axe and crampons for approaching climbs
✓
Route finding; interpreting the guide book and while on the route
✓
Coaching to develop movement over 'scrambling' type terrain
✓
Avalanche awareness/avoidance and its implications for safe route choice
This adventure is perfect for individuals and small groups, and can be tailored for:
- Corporates
Make this experience your own: Send Enquiry
Details
Day 1
Day one will concentrate on good footwork, how to tie in, belay safely. How to select, build safe anchors and manage your stance efficiently.
Day 2
On day two we can have a look at applying our skills from day one on an easy climb, ridge to put our skills into context while drip feeding some more techniques along the way.
Day 3
On day two we can have a look at applying our skills from day one on an easy climb, ridge to put our skills into context while drip feeding some more techniques along the way.
Effort Level
You’ll be working up a sweat. Bring along a touch of enthusiasm and a little determination
- Chilled
- Active
- Tough
Inclusions
Not-provided Accommodation
Accommodation is not provided as standard but we will be happy to help arrange it for you. Please message us to arrange!
- Transportation On-course transport
- Equipment Equipment supplied by SRW > Crampons > Ice axe > Harness > Helmet > Ropes > Any climbing hardware i.e. slings, carabiners, wires etc > Shovels > Group shelter > First Aid kit > Photos from your course
- Other Highly experienced & qualified guide
What's included
- Warm Clothing B2-B3 style boots, Winter walking socks (We advise wearing 2-3 thinner layers rather than one thick layer so you can adjust your temperature during the activity)
- Waterproofs Quality waterproofs i.e. Gore-tex or similar, Hat, waterproof gloves plus spares x 2 minimum
- Food Lunch
- Drink Warm drink
- Other
'Belay' type jacket
Rucksack 30-40ltr
Wicking base layers, top & bottoms Goggles, double clear lens recommended Head torch, plus spare batteries Balaclava and neck gaiter
What you'll need
Cancellations
Custom Policy
- Cancel before 31 days of your adventure and receive a 75% refund (minus payment processing fees).
- Cancel within 30 days of the adventure with no refund.
- Alternate dates may be able to be agreed at no additional cost, but this is not guaranteed.
Location
Starting point:
Torridon, Achnasheen, UK
Provider
Scottish Rock & Water
Scottish Rock & Water is the experience provider for Classic North West Ridges