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 This
level aims to climb on routes within the grades of I to III
or possibly IV. It is ideal for people who have limited winter
climbing experience. Also it is an opportunity for existing
winter climbers at lower levels to progress and check their
skills in the company of an experienced instructor/guide.
The course is based in Fort William and includes five days
climbing (Sun to Thurs) and optional evening videos. All technical
equipment is supplied (Axe/Hammer/Helmet/ Harness/Crampons).
Stiff boots (B3) are recommended and can be hired in Fort
William (£5.00 per day). Pre-booking for the boots is
essential.
- Saturday evening
Arrivals at accommodation.
- Sunday
Kit checks - Essential skills revision - Snow belays (Ice
axe & deadman) - 'Moving together' roped on grade I/II
ground. Snow cave shelters
- Monday
Simple gully or ridge (II) looking at detail of basic winter
belays, as previous day. Introduction to rock/ice peg belays.
Survival bag shelters
- Tuesday
Steeper ice climb (II/III), introducing more advanced two
climbing tools techniques
- Wednesday
Clients leading a route (II/III) in company with instructor.
- Thursday
Clients choice (Grade III/IV climb)
Curved Ridge (II) Glen Coe - North Buttress
(III) Glen Coe - Twisting Gully (II/III) Glen Coe - Aonach
Eagach (II/III) - Glen Coe - Tower Ridge (III) - Ben Nevis
Tower Scoop (III) Ben Nevis - Good Friday Climb (III) Ben
Nevis - Left Twin (III) Aonach Mor
 Anything
else you fancy trying?
- 1 Instructor to 2 people. Individuals
or groups are welcome. No minimum numbers.
- £480.00 Instruction only
- £560.00 Self cater, 6 nights
- £630.00 B&B, 6 nights
- £775.00 Hotel, all meals/packed
lunch 6 nights
 Jan
2/5th (4 Days)...4/8th...11/15th...18/22nd- Jan 25/29th
- Feb 1/5th...8/12th..15/19th...22/26th
- March 1/5th...8/12th...15/19th...22/26th..
- March 29th to April 2nd
- Easter course Fri/Mon inclusive (4 day
£340.00) April 10/13th.
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