Newsletters & Articles

Practise Getting Lost - TGO by Nigel Williams

Expert advice on the skills you'll need on the hills when the weather comes in or you have lost your bearings. 'Practice Getting Lost' gives top tips on how to get home safely.

Prepare for Winter TGO by Giles Trussel

Giles has written about the selection and preparation of winter hill walking kit for both novices and experienced walkers. It also covers a brief outline on typical winter hazards such as bad weather, avalanches, cornices etc

Avoid an Avalanche - TGO by Ian Sherrington

Ian gives top tips on how to evaluate the terrain, snowpack and weather conditions to draw sensible educated conclusions regarding avalanche hazards.

Ian has also devised the Avalanche Quiz that is available for you to do for free on our home page. It is a free download and is the perfect way to test yourself, friends, team or students about thier awareness of avalanche.

A Day in the Life of an Instructor - Scotland Outdoor - by Shaun Roberts

People often want an insight into a typical day of a Lodge instructor. Is it really all play or do you have to work at it? Shaun's article gives you the perfect insight into what a good instructor takes into consideration when planning and delivering a 5 day rock climbing course.

Ski Mountaineering in Scotland - Scotland Outdoors by Ian Sherrington

Ski mountaineering sounds extreme, but needn't be. Ian Sherrington explains how many skiers can access some of Scotland's finest backcountry.

Sleep Tips - TRAIL - by Phil Sanderson

We all know how important it is to get a good night sleep when you are out on the hills. Phil gives his top tips on how to wake refreshed!

Top Tips for Snow Holes

Nigel Williams explains when how and where to use snow holes.

Climber /Winter Skills Supplement 1 - Avalanche

Top tips on avalanche awareness. Don't forget to download the avalanche quiz on the home page to test yourself.

Scrambling - TGO top tips article

Mark Chadwick give TGO readers - and you - some top tips on scrambling.

AMI NEWSLETTER - Snow Anchors

George McEwan writes as the technical officer for AMI on snow anchors in their magazine/newsletter.

AMI NEWSLETTER - George McEwan on teaching leading

George McEwan as Technical officer for AMI, writes on the very important subject of teaching leading.

AMI NEWSLETTER - George McEwan on protecting winter climbs

George McEwan as Technical officer for AMI writes about protecting cold climbs.

AMI NEWSLETTER - George McEwan on ways to get down in winter

George is Technical Officer for AMI and writes about ways to get down and off your climbs in winter.

AMI NEWSLETTER - George McEwan on ropes coils and tying off

George McEwan writes for the AMI newsletter on ropes, coils and tying off.

AMI NEWSLETTER - George McEwan on whats so magic about Magic Plates

George McEwan as Technical Officer for AMI writes about the good things about magic plates

AMI NEWSLETTER - George McEwan on what instructors consider on multi=pitch climbs

George McEwan gives technical advice on what instructors need to consider when taking clients on multi-pitch climbs.

AMI NEWSLETTER - George McEwan on climbing in Canada

George McEwan gives you an amazing insight into his winter climbing experiences in Canada.

Winter Skills: Essential Mountain Knowledge

In this supplement from Climber Magazine Shaun Roberts,  Carl Haberl and George McEwan discuss Avalanche Awareness, Winter navigation and Mountain Techniques.