Some of the team who regularly lead walks with us are Mountain Skills and/or First Aid Training Providers and we would be happy to refer you to them if you wish to undertake such training..

Mountain Skills Training
Starting with map reading and feature recognition, leading on to estimation, timing, use of the compass and ending up with navigation in poor visibility and in the dark. Whether you are just starting out or you feel you need a refresher or an improver we can help.

Mountain Skills 1 (MS1) is the foundation training to enable you to make your way reliably in open countryside and on our hills. It includes map reading and navigation techniques as well as personal equipment, and some aspects of the upland environment.

Mountain Skills 2 (MS2) builds on the foundation skills covered on Mountain Skills 1. It covers using a compass along with the map, navigating at night and in poor visibility and moving safely over steep ground. As MS2 involves navigation in poor visibility these courses are scheduled during the darker months.

Outdoor First Aid Level 3 – REC or Wilderness First Aid   
These outdoor first aid courses are recognised by Mountaineering Ireland as being appropriate for their awards and provide essential preparation for dealing with accidents or incidents in the outdoors.

To enquire about kills training, please drop us a line at or call Milly at 086 2475280.

Milly – For the Explore More Team

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