Name: Hill Start, Eryri (fully funded)
Start: 2024-07-21T09:30:00+01:00
End: 2024-07-21T16:00:00+01:00
Location: Llanberis,Llanberis,LL55,GB

Get started hill walking. A single-day mountain skills course in rugged and beautiful Eryri
Do you like the idea of walking in the mountains but don't know where to start? Are you keen on the idea of hillwalking but worried about your pace or fitness? Are you a keen walker but feel intimidated by the mountain environment or walking alone? - then this is the course for you.
Join one of our female mountain leaders for a full day of steady hillwalking and mountain safety instruction in the stunning Eryri, Wales largest National Park (Llanberis area). We'll cover basic navigation, clothing, footwear and safety equipment, as well as what to do in an emergency.
Our walking route will depend on the weather on the day but will always be aimed at beginners and those happy to take a sociable paced journey in breathtaking mountain scenery. There will be no scambling or exposed terrain involved!
Hill Start will give you the skills and confidence to begin hillwalking in the Welsh mountains. It is a supportive 'safe space' for women and not a boot-camp (any pace is fine and nobody gets left behind)! To find out more about what's involved visit: www.girlsonhills.com/faqs
This event is supported by SILVA and HARVEY maps - and all attendees will receive our exclusive discount codes of up to 30% off.
Hill Start is one of Girls on Hills' 'Access Courses' and as such, is perfect for those who feel impacted by barriers to participation. This event is FREE to women who are eligible via our Access Fund criteria . We aim to help as many women as possible experience the many health and wellbeing benefits that come with trail running. We don't include food or accommodation however, allowing you the flexibility to choose your own to suit travel logistics or budget. There is plenty of budget accommodation available locally, such as hostels/ bunkhouses/pods (there will be a list in your booking confirmation).
Once booked, we will email you at the beginning of event week to confirm final details. This email will also include a kit list, travel options and advice on where to park. We will meet up to check kit and discuss final plans for each day over coffee before we start!
PLEASE NOTE: Fully-funded events like this are high-risk for event organisers, as it's common for participants to book early, then cancel at short notice due to the absence of a financial commitment. Please only book a space with us if you're reasonably confident you will be able to attend (we do of course understand that sometimes life just gets in the way!) Our aim is to make this opportunity available to as many women as possible and avoid waste/empty spaces on the event. This event is financed by our Access Fund crowdfunding campaign. Your understanding and support is very much appreciated.
We pride ourselves on being 'approachable and relatable' so please do get in touch with any concerns or queries you might have now or nearer to the event. If you are concerned about clothing/kit, please email us (we may be able to lend some items). We look forward to having some fun and showing you the unforgettable mountain views of Eryri.
For our standard T&Cs please visit: www.girlsonhills.com/terms-and-conditions
* Please note that Girls on Hills guides will amend our itinerary according to the weather and may need to shorten the day if conditions are very poor.