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10th - 11th November 2009
Course for beginners and those requiring a refresher. The course aims to develop map reading skills and give confidence to navigate in poor visibility.
14th - 15th November 2009
Course for beginners and those requiring a refresher. The course aims to develop map reading skills and give confidence to navigate in poor visibility.
16th - 20th November 2009
Mountain Aid is organising a series of winter walking safety talks across Scotland, presented by Mick Tighe, mountain guide and former member of Lochaber MRT. Free entry.
21st - 22nd November 2009
Course for beginners and those requiring a refresher. The course aims to develop map reading skills and give confidence to navigate in poor visibility.
27th - 28th November 2009
An international programme of speakers and award winning films as well as art and photography exhibitions. The 27th DMF festival welcomes Catherine Destivelle, the French climbing legend, and Scotland's own Polar Explorer Craig Mathieson.