Who is the course for?

The course is for Scout Leaders and Helpers in Avon County. Who want to gain an understanding of the requirements for taking Scouts or Explorers into the UK hills.

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Sunday, 5 October

Introduction to Hillwalking with Scouts, October 2025

By Avon Scouts Hillwalking Unit (ASHU)

Introduction to Hillwalking with Scouts Morning in Mafeking Hall, Pilning, Afternoon in Brecon Beacons

Date and time

Location

1st Severn Beach Scout Group

Redwick Road Pilning Bristol BS35 4LQ United Kingdom

Agenda

8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Introduction to Hill Walking with Scouts

An informal talk on the requirements for taking Scouts or Explorers into the hills. Followed by a route planning exercise.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Travel to the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park and Lunch

No Transport is provided. We will endeavour to take the smallest number of vehicles we can to the mountains. Participants will lift share from the hut to the mountains and back.

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Short Training Hike (7km with 350m of accent)

We will take a fairly relaxed walk in the mountains, with the opportunity to practice navigation. On the way round we will discuss group management and other relevant learning points, that will help...

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Return Journey

Depending on how the afternoon goes we may be back earlier than this. However given modern day traffic and the fact that things sometimes do not go to plan, please do not rely on being back at the h...

Good to know

Highlights

9 hours, 30 minutes
Ages 18+
In person
Free venue parking
Doors at 08:15

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Our classic Introduction to Hillwalking in the Scout Association, is designed for Avon County Scout Leaders and Network members who want to learn the basics to take young people out walking anywhere. No previous experience required. We plan to start with a classroom session at Mafeking Hall in Pilning in the morning before relocating to the Black Mountains for an afternoon session out on the hill.

We will cover the basic skills and Scouting specific aspects (POR) with ample opportunity to practice these in a relaxed enjoyable environment. Cost – £15 per person (plus booking fee and the cost of sharing lifts to the Black Mountains). If you have any queries email john.wisker@avonscouts.org.uk

Organised by

Avon Scouts Hillwalking Unit (ASHU)