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Course Dates
Rock Climbing & Abseiling Experience31 Jul 2010 - £120Learn to rock climb in one of our small groups, where we guarantee to have you belaying, climbing and abseiling with confidence! As a one-off adventure or perhaps as a progression from the climbing wall this course makes a great day out and takes place in a variety of locations. N.Wales Rock Climbing & Abseiling Experience07 Aug 2010 - £120Learn to rock climb in one of our small groups, where we guarantee to have you belaying, climbing and abseiling with confidence! As a one-off adventure or perhaps as a progression from the climbing wall this course makes a great day out and takes place in a variety of locations. Peak District The Mountain Experience14 Aug 2010 - £185Classic hillwalking and wild camping experience, coupled with plenty of map reading training. Everything you need to safely enjoy the mountains! Wilderness Gathering20 Aug 2010 - £Why not try a weekend away at this year's Wilderness Gathering - the UK's best showcase for Bushcraft and Wilderness Skills on 20th to 22nd August. We will be exhibiting and generaly hanging out, and like before, Duncan will be leading 2 workshops per day which are completely free of charge if you have a weekend pass! In addition, you can visit all of the other free seminars and cram as much learning in as you can handle. Survival Experience09 Sep 2010 - £390Our classic 4 day experience! Please download the pdf for more details. Ultimate Endurance25 Sep 2010 - £**NOW CALLED THE BEACONS BIMBLE** Based on UK Special Forces Selection, this challenge has been much written about, and is known around the world as the ultimate test of fitness and grit. If you're already fit, and looking for a stern yet hugely rewarding hill walking challenge, visit www.northridgeadventure.co.uk/north-ridge-blog/ NB. North Ridge Adventure are the official organisers and provide all staff on the event. The challenge was designed with input from soldiers with proven SAS credentials. NEW** this year we are for the first time going to accept pairs entries to allow more people access to this growing event. The Beacons Bimble - Long Bimble25 Sep 2010 - £75From the organisers of the Sleepwalker Night Race - BIGGER HILLS! LONGER DISTANCES! MORE WEIGHT! We are proud to offer you 4 events in one, with a choice of distances, and a choice of how much weight to carry. 14 Fans Ultra - 70kms carrying min. 15lbs 7 Fans Run - 35kms carrying min. 15lbs Both of these challenges may be done in fell running shoes. They will feel similar in scope to Elite/A and B class OMM or similar. Long Bimble - 70kms carrying min. 40lbs Speed Bimble - 35kms carrying min. 40lbs These are serious but achievable undertakings which must be completed in boots (military or 3 season walking). Rucksac weight will comprise food/water spare clothing and emergency kit. The Brecon Beacons is famous as a walking destination and as a military training area and over the years many have felt the challenge these South Wales mountains can offer. Can you meet the challenge? Whether a military endurance test, or an expedition necessity, true hill fitness and determination can only be proved whilst carrying your equipment. Do not underestimate this event - the Long Bimble makes most so-called 'Xtreme' events seem like a warm-up! You need to arrive well trained and determined to succeed but it will be worth it. The route is fantastic. NB: all races will have cut off times in force. If you wish to discuss your suitability or any other race related matter please phone or email the race director who will be happy to advise you. Race organisers reserve the right to modify routes in the event of severe weather. Enter here, or at www.runnersworld.co.uk North Ridge Adventure - experience the next level The Beacons Bimble - Speed Bimble25 Sep 2010 - £55From the organisers of the Sleepwalker Night Race - this is the shorter, speed march version of the Long Bimble! 35km of the Brecon Beacons best hills taking in the popular Pen y Fan area plus some off the beaten track hills that few venture onto. The Brecon Beacons is famous as a walking destination and as a military training area. Can you meet the challenge? If you wish to discuss your suitability or any other race related matter please phone or email. Race organisers reserve the right to modify routes in the event of severe weather. Enter here, or at www.runnersworld.co.uk 14 Fans Ultra - 70km Fell Running Challenge25 Sep 2010 - £60From the organisers of the Sleepwalker Night Race - this is the same route as the Long Bimble but for runners who prefer not to carry so much weight! 70km of the Brecon Beacons best hills taking in the popular Pen y Fan area plus some off the beaten track hills that few venture onto and carrying bivouac/camping equipment. Similar in challenge to Elite/A class OMM (KIMM). Can you meet the challenge? If you wish to discuss your suitability or any other race related matter please phone or email. Race organisers reserve the right to modify routes in the event of severe weather. Enter here, or at www.runnersworld.co.uk BEACONS BIMBLE25 Sep 2010 - £Hardest Challenge Event in the UK! Up to 70kms of the Brecon Beacons, carrying a 40lb Bergen, this event will appeal to a wide range of competitors looking to test themselves against a long established benchmark. There will be vehicle back-up throughout the course and we will support your effort to succeed by being out on the course for 20hours! You don't need to be a superman or woman, just reasonably fit and determined to see it through...to discuss your suitability or any other race related matter please phone or email. Race organisers reserve the right to modify routes in the event of severe weather. You can enter here, or alternatively at www.runnersworld.co.uk Survival Instructor Certificate - Early bird discount!30 Sep 2010 - £1600**Save £150** The full 12 month certificate course can be yours for only £1600 if you pay in full before 30th September 2010. Essential Survival02 Oct 2010 - £180Learn how to survive until help arrives or for longer, in a fun way. Firelighting, shelter building, water, wild food etc are all covered and we concentrate on what is really useful. Map Reading Plus - RWIAD16 Oct 2010 - £120'Right Way In A Day'is the original map reading fast-track training course. Drawing on real-world experience combined with cutting edge teaching techniques means this course is guaranteed! We guarantee that you will significantly increase your skills on this course - regardless of where you are starting from. RWIAD map reading and navigation training is entirely practical and we are very careful to progress at the speed which is most appropriate to you. As a minimum, we would predict a complete beginner would be able to confidently plan and follow routes in the hills...without the need of paths! More experienced navigators can progress right up to Mountain Marathon standard of orienteering, blind compass work, 3-D routefinding in the mountains, etc. Although it's impossible to teach everything in a day, we will certainly help you to reach 'the next level' The Mountain Experience16 Oct 2010 - £185Classic hillwalking and wild camping experience, coupled with plenty of map reading training. Everything you need to safely enjoy the mountains! Rock Climbing & Abseiling Day23 Oct 2010 - £120A safety first introduction to real rock climbing, but still encouraging you to 'push your grade'. By the end of the day you'll be belaying, climbing and abseiling with confidence! Peak District The Mountain Experience13 Nov 2010 - £185Classic hillwalking and wild camping experience, coupled with plenty of map reading training. Everything you need to safely enjoy the mountains! Sleepwalker Night Race 1027 Nov 2010 - £18Trail Running Association Permit 42/10. The popular Brecon Beacons night race will be held once again on the last Saturday of November. Who knows what the weather will bring this time? On line registration at www.runnersworld.co.uk Postal entries will be open from March 2010. Map Reading Plus - RWIAD18 Dec 2010 - £120'Right Way In A Day'is the original map reading fast-track training course. Drawing on real-world experience combined with cutting edge teaching techniques means this course is guaranteed! We guarantee that you will significantly increase your skills on this course - regardless of where you are starting from. RWIAD map reading and navigation training is entirely practical and we are very careful to progress at the speed which is most appropriate to you. As a minimum, we would predict a complete beginner would be able to confidently plan and follow routes in the hills...without the need of paths! More experienced navigators can progress right up to Mountain Marathon standard of orienteering, blind compass work, 3-D routefinding in the mountains, etc. Although it's impossible to teach everything in a day, we will certainly help you to reach 'the next level' Survival Instructor Certificate 1/628 Jan 2011 - £300The initial gathering of this brand new Instructor course covering units 1 & 2. Please enquire for course details 3 days - Brecon Beacons Survival Instructor Certificate 2/618 Mar 2011 - £3002nd gathering of our aspirant Survival Instructors, covering units 3,4,5. Please enquire for course details. 3 days - South Wales/ West Country Survival Instructor Certificate 3/622 Apr 2011 - £350The third gathering, covering units 6-8. NB. You will need a head for heights for this unit - don't worry we can help with that! For course details please enquire. 3 days - Snowdonia National Park Survival Instructor Certificate 4/618 Jun 2011 - £400Team Endurance Test This is a placeholder for the Endurance Test which all prospective instructors must pass 5 days - Scottish Highlands. Survival Instructor Certificate 5/610 Sep 2011 - £200The fifth gathering, focussing on instructional skills and working in the outdoor industry. 2 Days - Venue TBC Survival Instructor Certificate 6/615 Oct 2011 - £200Final Test! Pass the (mainly practical) final test and you will have made it! 2 days assessment - venue TBC Jungle Survival Experience05 Feb 2012 - £5th to 19th February 2012 (tbc) In the company of local Mayan guides and our own survival instructors here is an opportunity to join an exploratory expedition to the densely jungled mountains, and coastal swamplands of Belize, Central America. We already have trusted local contacts out in Belize, and will be accepting applications for this expedition whilst we finalise the objectives. Expect to be covering all the elements of survival training in a real jungle, and to be practicing on a daily basis. Highlights to include an ascent of various remote jungle peaks, living wild in the jungle for at least a week continuously, and potentialy a multi day river expedition. Price is likely to be approx £2000 plus airfares which can be had quite cheaply via Houston or Miami. |
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