Aviemore & Cairngorms—learn crampons, ice axe and winter navigation with highly qualified instructors.
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Footage from recent days on this discipline.
From the jagged volcanic gabbro of Skye to the ancient pine forests of the River Spey.
Canoe Journey Through Scotland’s Wild Heart
The Ultimate Mountain Challenge
Scotland’s Year-Round Adventure Playground
A Dramatic Landscape of Adventure
Guided Skye Munros & Mountain Adventures
Mountain to the Seaside
A Playground for Paddlers and Climbers
A Playground for Paddlers and Climbers
Axe, crampons, and movement on snow, taught to your group. A useful way to start winter without joining an open course.
Qualified winter instructors, a small group, and the day spent on snow rather than in a classroom.
We’re a very small, family-run business built on a love for Scotland’s wild places. Unlike big providers, we focus on personal connections, tailored experiences, and a deep commitment to the landscapes we work in. When you book with us, you're supporting a passionate local team who truly care about your experience.
We’re committed to protecting the landscapes we love. Unlike providers who put profit first, we focus on responsible guiding, conservation, and a leave-no-trace ethos. When you book with us, you’re supporting sustainable tourism and helping preserve Scotland’s wild places for future generations.
We keep our group sizes small to provide a personal and tailored experience. Whether it’s your first time in the mountains or you’re a seasoned adventurer, we take the time to understand your goals and adapt each course to suit your needs.
Sure, you can find the well-trodden routes in a book—but we take you beyond the usual paths. With our deep local knowledge, we’ll guide you to hidden ridges, quiet valleys, and secret spots that make every adventure feel truly unique.
How other people got on with an axe and crampons, and what they took away from the course.
Boots, axes, and how to prepare for a first winter course.
Winter SkillsStephen McCall
A blog to help people plan their winter days with a framework to have safer and more enjoyable days in the winter months....
WinterLou Reynolds
You may be relatively new to winter walking or an expert winter climber, but avalanche awareness applies to us all and unfortunately, I don't think we can ever sit back and say we have it all sorted. It needs constant aw...
WinterLou Reynolds
Keeping our hands warm in winter is a common topic of conversation and an area of confusion for some. The idea of needing the most expensive gloves on the market, or buying the thickest pair possible, is not necessarily...
Gift vouchers
A voucher from £50, posted to you and valid for three years. It can go toward a course, a private day, or winter kit hired for that trip.
Unsure about boots, crampons, or whether a skills course is the right start? Talk to the instructors who teach these days.
