Explore Outdoors with Confidence
Objectives:
By the end of the day, the attendees will have:
An increased understanding of the world around them when outdoors
Learnt introductory map reading skills
Increased confidence planning and following a route
Join us for a day of adventure and empowerment in the great outdoors! Whether you're keen to learn to read a map or are just starting to dip your toes into nature's wonders, this event is designed to boost your confidence and enhance your outdoor skills so you are ready to get out there independently.
Get to know the outdoors in depth through nature connection activities and build confidence to go on your own walks by learning navigation tips. You’ll go away with a sense of freedom, feeling empowered to explore independently and knowing more about the world around you.
Things to consider
You don’t need to be fit and speedy but you should expect to walk at least 5miles/8km on uneven paths and trails, up a couple of steady hills and over a stile or two.
Wear supportive, grippy footwear, bring layers/waterproofs, packed lunch and a drink. See the kit list for more info.
Participant info: to include medical/additional learning needs, photo consent, contact info, emergency contact details. Please share with me 1 week in advance of the event.
Retreat details
Location: https://what3words.com/zones.remit.sweat
Date: 20th July 2024
Time: 10-3pm
Cost: £50
Group Size: 6-10
Directions: from the A431, Bath Road, take the turning as if entering the Swan Inn car park but go past the car park entrance, across the cattle grid and into the car park.
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What’s included?
All prices are on an instruction only basis and do not include transport, food or accommodation. You will need to provide your own personal clothing and equipment. A suggested kit list is available to guide you and I am very happy to offer advice – please get in touch.
Participants
Unless otherwise stated, participants must be over 18 years of age at the time of attendance. Participants must ensure that they have fully understood the nature of the event and get in touch if they have any questions.
Unfortunately, events are unsuitable for pets. Only assistance dogs are permitted – please let me know in advance.
Cancellation by the leader
In the unlikely event that the event is cancelled by the leader, participants will be contacted as soon as possible by phone and/or email. Participants will be offered an alternate date or full refund for the cost of the event only (travel or accommodation costs will not be covered).
Cancellation by the participant
Cancellation must be given in writing to discoveryouroutdoors@outlook.com. If notice is given 15 days or more ahead of the event, the participant will receive a full refund. Where the notice given is 14 days or less, no refund will be given.
Safety and Insurance
The British Mountaineering Council offer the following Participation Statement to which you are asked to agree: “The BMC recognises that climbing and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions.”
Siân holds relevant qualifications and all events are designed in line with the remit of these and have been risk assessed. If you choose not to take advice given to you by the leader, or to disregard any advice given, you do so voluntarily and accept liability for all resulting injuries or damage that your actions cause to you or others within your group.
Siân Brewer holds full Public Liability insurance provided by 1st4Sport. Due to the nature of the activities involved, it is recommended that participants are covered by their own Personal Accident/Cancellation insurance.
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CLOTHING
Footwear - walking boots, walking shoes or trail trainers
Waterproof jacket with hood
Waterproof trousers
Trousers/leggings - lightweight, quick drying. Avoid jeans
Tops - lightweight, quick drying. Avoid cotto.
Warm layer - e.g. fleece, down jacket
Walking socks
Buff/head band - adaptable as hat/hair tie/neckwarmer
EQUIPMENT
Rucksack - large enough to carry your gear. Ideally with waist band
Rucksack liner - Just a plastic bag will help
Mini first aid - personal medication, blister plasters, sterile wipes, pain relief etc.
Mat to sit on
Walking poles
EATING
Lunch - e.g. sandwich, pasta
Snacks - e.g. dried fruit, nuts, cereal bar, flapjack
Water - approx 1 litre carried in bottle or hydration pack
Hot drink in flask
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“Rhi and team always check in to see how we are and what we would like to do each session, always full of encouragement. We have so much fun and laughter in a completely relaxed environment. I have met so many wonderful, supportive women through this group, which has built my confidence.”