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Stay safe on the hills
10:07am Tuesday 7th November 2006
MOUNTAINEERS can learn how to stay safe in the hills this winter at a special talk by climbing experts.
The talk, to be given by experienced mountain guides Martin Moran and Mike Turner, is part of the British Mountaineering Council's winter essentials lecture series and takes place at the Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal on November 13.
Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal on November 13
The lecture aims to help walkers be aware of the skills needed to operate safely in winter conditions and covers topics such as clothing, navigation and avalanche awareness.
For details, call 0161-445-6111.
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