![]() Weather – sources for weather forecasts, understanding impact on groups and planning.Expedition skills – selecting kit and packing, food selection, cooking, and general campcraft. ![]() Equipment – general knowledge of suitable kit for walking and camping.Hazards and emergency procedures – managing groups in tricky and steep ground, environmental hazards such as animals, weather, water hazards and managing incidents.Access and the environment – our responsibilities and instilling respect for the mountain environment, as well as enthusing and inspiring groups.Navigation – map & compass work, and selecting appropriate strategies.Group management – responsbilities of the leader and leadership styles in the outdoors.The Mountain Leader Assessment covers the following main syllabus areas: The Mountain Leader is an awesome award that opens up a wealth of work opportunities if you want to kick start your outdoor career. In addition to our experience of delivering the Mountain Leader award scheme, we are active and current Mountain Leaders doing all sorts of work, from Duke of Edinburgh expeditions, charity challenge events, taking young people for their first hill walks, right through to top level navigation coaching. If you love being out in the mountains and want to share your enthusiasm with others, become a Mountain Leader and you’ll never look back. The Mountain Leader scheme is designed for people who want to lead groups in the mountains, hills and moorlands of the UK and Ireland.
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