Mountain Skills 1 Training: Wicklow

🌄 Join us in Wicklow for Mountain Skills 1 (MS1) training on April 25th and 26th. 🧭

To join the waitlist for this course please message @saolsonaireland on instagram.

This course is designed for those who are new to mountain navigation or looking to build a strong foundation of skills for safe and enjoyable days in the hills. Mountain Skills 1 is the first step in the two-course pathway leading towards Mountain Skills Assessment.

📅 The Mountain Skills 1 training course runs over two full days, with a mix of practical mountain-based learning and short theory sessions throughout the weekend.

Topics Covered:
Maps

Mountain hazards

Personal equipment

Contours

Mountain environment

Access

Pacing and timing

Responsible recreation

Route planning

Introduction to compass use

Grid references

You must be registered with Mountaineering Ireland to take part in this course. Registration can be completed on the Mountaineering Ireland website.

Price:

Saol Sona Society Members: €145.00

Non-members: €150.00

Bookings are non-refundable.