REMOTE CAMPING COURSE

Sunday 28th September 2008 (Pre meet)

Friday 3rd - Sunday 5th October 2008 (Brecon Beacons)

This course is run by GLSW and Surrey Scout County and is open to Leaders (including assistants and skill instructors) and members of the Scout Network. We may by prior agreement be able to take experienced Explorer Scouts who are over 16 and are looking to go on and lead groups.

It is assumed that course participants would have some experience of lightweight camping and perhaps would already have been involved in summer expeditions (including personal expeditions). The course will involve carrying all items of kit (personal and shared) on mixed terrain over the weekend and can be physically demanding, applicants should be fit enough to sustain and enjoy a weekend’s backpacking in the hills.

The programme structure will be generally flexible to try to suit individual needs, but the main aspects covered will include; navigation, equipment (personal and shared) food, route selection, party management and other basic expedition skills. Assessment for the scout authorisation scheme can also be taken over the weekend providing notification is given when the application form is returned. The Application for an Activities Permit) must also be completed and returned no later than the pre-meet, this is to ensure that the applicant is properly briefed by the assessor and arrives prepared.

Training and guidance can also be given for those wishing to make a start on the Walking Group Leader or Mountain Leader Awards.

Further details can be found on the Mountaineering Activity Pages.