Winter Mountaineering Skills Adventure Weekend, Scotland
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Build confidence in winter mountains with our beginner-friendly Winter Skills Adventure Weekend in the Scottish Highlands. Learn essential snow and ice skills, enjoy guided hikes, and experience a supportive, small-group adventure.
❄️ What’s Included
✔️ Winter Skills training day — snow & ice techniques made simple
✔️ Guided mountain journeys (with potential Munro summit)
✔️ 2 nights accommodation at Camus House, Onich
✔️ 2 breakfasts + packed lunches
✔️ 1 evening meal
✔️ Expert instruction throughout the weekend
✔️ Small, supportive group environment
You’ll be guided every step of the way — building skills, confidence, and that quiet “I’ve got this” feeling as the weekend unfolds.
🗺️ Retreat Itinerary
Day One – Welcome to Winter
Arrive, settle in, and meet the group
Afternoon: Kit rental collection (Fort William)
Early evening: Arrival at base + welcome
Evening: Winter skills intro (gear, layering, safety)
Dinner, chats, and getting to know your team
Day Two – Learn & Explore
Breakfast + packed lunch prep
Morning briefing (weather, safety, avalanche awareness)
Full day in the mountains learning:
Crampon use
Ice axe techniques
Self-arrest skills
Return to base for tea, warmth, and a well-earned rest
Evening meal + relaxed social time
Day Three – Summit Day
Breakfast + pack up
Weather briefing
Guided mountain day — putting your new skills into practice
Aim: a winter summit (conditions dependent)
Return + kit drop-off in Fort William
🧗 What You’ll Learn
This weekend is all about helping you feel calm, capable, and confident in winter terrain.
You’ll cover:
Moving safely on snow and ice
Using crampons effectively
Ice axe techniques + self-arrest
Winter navigation basics
Understanding hazards and decision-making
Kit, layering, and staying warm
All taught in a way that’s practical, supportive, and actually enjoyable.
🥾 Equipment & Hire
No need to panic-buy expensive kit.
You’ll need:
Mountaineering boots (B1/B2)
Crampons (C1/C2)
Ice axe
Helmet
👉 All equipment can be hired locally (we’ll guide you through it step-by-step).
🏡 Accommodation
Camus House, Onich — a cosy Highland base with views over Loch Linnhe and the Glencoe mountains.
Expect:
Comfortable twin rooms
Warm showers (you’ll appreciate these 😅)
Hearty breakfasts
A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
It’s the perfect place to unwind after a day in the mountains.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/winter-skills-adventure-weekend-scotland
❄️ What’s Included
✔️ Winter Skills training day — snow & ice techniques made simple
✔️ Guided mountain journeys (with potential Munro summit)
✔️ 2 nights accommodation at Camus House, Onich
✔️ 2 breakfasts + packed lunches
✔️ 1 evening meal
✔️ Expert instruction throughout the weekend
✔️ Small, supportive group environment
You’ll be guided every step of the way — building skills, confidence, and that quiet “I’ve got this” feeling as the weekend unfolds.
🗺️ Retreat Itinerary
Day One – Welcome to Winter
Arrive, settle in, and meet the group
Afternoon: Kit rental collection (Fort William)
Early evening: Arrival at base + welcome
Evening: Winter skills intro (gear, layering, safety)
Dinner, chats, and getting to know your team
Day Two – Learn & Explore
Breakfast + packed lunch prep
Morning briefing (weather, safety, avalanche awareness)
Full day in the mountains learning:
Crampon use
Ice axe techniques
Self-arrest skills
Return to base for tea, warmth, and a well-earned rest
Evening meal + relaxed social time
Day Three – Summit Day
Breakfast + pack up
Weather briefing
Guided mountain day — putting your new skills into practice
Aim: a winter summit (conditions dependent)
Return + kit drop-off in Fort William
🧗 What You’ll Learn
This weekend is all about helping you feel calm, capable, and confident in winter terrain.
You’ll cover:
Moving safely on snow and ice
Using crampons effectively
Ice axe techniques + self-arrest
Winter navigation basics
Understanding hazards and decision-making
Kit, layering, and staying warm
All taught in a way that’s practical, supportive, and actually enjoyable.
🥾 Equipment & Hire
No need to panic-buy expensive kit.
You’ll need:
Mountaineering boots (B1/B2)
Crampons (C1/C2)
Ice axe
Helmet
👉 All equipment can be hired locally (we’ll guide you through it step-by-step).
🏡 Accommodation
Camus House, Onich — a cosy Highland base with views over Loch Linnhe and the Glencoe mountains.
Expect:
Comfortable twin rooms
Warm showers (you’ll appreciate these 😅)
Hearty breakfasts
A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere
It’s the perfect place to unwind after a day in the mountains.
REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE: https://www.rayofsunadventures.com/event-details-registration/winter-skills-adventure-weekend-scotland
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Where is it happening?
Fort William, Scotland, Fort William, Highland, Oban, United Kingdom
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