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Avalanche Awareness Courses 2009

Next winter, the MCofS will be running a series of one-day "Avalanche Awareness" courses based in the Cairngorms. Aimed at the general winter hill-goer, the courses are non-certificated and will be suitable for anyone wishing to increase their knowledge of snow and avalanches, learn which areas to avoid and improve their understanding of reports and forecasts. Each course will consist of an indoor introduction to avalanche theory followed by a practical session on the hill.

The courses will be delivered by qualified and experienced personnel at a ratio of 1 tutor to 4 participants. Basic winter skills will NOT be covered.

The course costs £35 per person and the dates are as follows:-

  • Saturday 10th January 2009
  • Sunday 11th January 2009
  • Saturday 17th January 2009

For more information please contact the MCofS Office or book your place now by sending a £35 cheque along with your address and telephone number to the MCofS Office. Please indicate which day you wish to attend. Details and a booking confirmation will then be sent to you.