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Gain the confidence to explore the hills with the Mountain Training Hill Skills Course. This course is not a formal leadership qualification but provides a solid foundation for further development. It's a fantastic stepping stone towards the Hill and Moorland Leader Award or simply a great way to enhance your enjoyment of the hills.
You'll learn how to plan your adventures, navigate effectively with map and compass, choose the right kit, and understand the challenges of mountain weather. We'll cover key safety considerations, including how to deal with emergencies and make sound decisions in the hills. With a focus on practical learning, you'll spend time out on the fells, putting your new skills into practice and building your confidence in a supportive environment. This course is ideal for individuals, groups, and families looking to explore the UK's beautiful countryside with confidence.
Duration: 2 hours
Freshwater invertebrates are a diverse and vital part of aquatic ecosystems in the UK, inhabiting rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands. These diverse animals include insects, molluscs, crustaceans, and leeches. They play a key role in food webs and are often used as indicators for water quality. …
Flexible learning
Discover integrated weed, pest, and disease management for amenity spaces. This module highlights the importance of weed control on transport networks for safety and the significance of clean, weed-free pavements and streets for maintaining healthy conditions. Furthermore, it addresses the need for…
Flexible learning
Learn strategies for managing water and air pollution in the amenity environment, including exploring sustainable options and applying Life Cycle Analysis (LCA). Learning from expert insights and real-world case studies, this course delves into practical approaches to mitigate environmental…
Flexible learning
Explore wildlife and habitat management in amenity areas, addressing key drivers, clarifying biodiversity concepts, discussing proactive habitat management strategies. The course clarifies the often-misapplied term "biodiversity" and discusses strategies for better habitat management through…
Ullswater Talk
Learning About Landscapes: Side Pike and Lingmoor Fell
Building Sustainable Sheep Systems
