{"product_id":"the-outdoor-project-winter-01","title":"THE OUTDOOR PROJECT \/ WINTER 01","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter changes the rules. Learn to read them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe forecast says one thing. The mountain might say another.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWINTER 01 is a full day in the Cairngorms built around learning the skills, judgement and confidence needed to move through winter mountain environments. Not just following a route or ticking off a summit, but understanding the ground beneath your feet, the weather moving overhead and the decisions that shape a day in the hills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe start over a brew, looking at the forecasts, planning a route and getting to grips with the kit that keeps us moving when conditions turn. Then we head onto the hill to put that knowledge into practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNavigation. Layering. Winter movement. Crampons and ice axe skills. Reading the ground. Making decisions when the plan needs to change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is about learning by doing, asking questions and getting hands-on with the skills that make winter adventures possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo summit promises. No shortcuts. Just time on the mountain, good people and knowledge worth carrying into your next adventure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome to Basecamp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE DETAILS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDates:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Choose one session — 27 or 28 January, or 22 or 23 February 2027.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 09:00–17:00.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cairngorms, Scotland. Exact meeting point to be confirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvestment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e £100 per person, per day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGroup:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maximum six participants per session.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18+.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBooking:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Each place purchased is for one person on one selected date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFIRST, WE PLAN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore heading out, we'll get together in a café to look at the bigger picture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll explore weather and avalanche forecasts, discuss route choices and consider how the conditions should influence our plans. We'll look at layering systems, clothing choices, essential equipment and mountain safety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause knowing what to pack is one thing. Understanding why you're carrying it, when to use it and when to change your plans is another.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHEN, WE GET OUT THERE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hill is where it starts to make sense.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThroughout the day, we'll work on:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReading the mountain:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e comparing forecasts with the weather and ground conditions we actually encounter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNavigation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e developing your skills from the basics towards navigating in mountain terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter movement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e understanding how to move safely across snow and winter ground, with and without crampons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrampons and ice axe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e learning essential techniques, with progression onto steeper ground and ascent and descent skills where conditions and ability allow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit and mountain craft:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e organising your equipment, managing clothing and staying prepared as conditions change.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDecision-making:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e recognising hazards, weighing up options and knowing when to adapt the plan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA summit may be part of the day if the weather, terrain, safety considerations and group's ability allow. It isn't the objective at any cost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe mountain doesn't owe us a summit. We owe it our attention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWHO'S IT FOR?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWINTER 01 is for adults who want to build their understanding of winter mountain environments and develop practical skills they can take into future adventures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe day will be adapted to the group's experience and the conditions, but winter mountain terrain can be demanding and may involve steep ground.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you're unsure whether the session is right for your experience, fitness or equipment, get in touch with AEC before booking. Specific entry requirements will be confirmed with the instructor before bookings open.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTHE KIT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter is no place for guesswork.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe'll cover clothing systems, layering, equipment and safety kit during the session. A full kit list, including footwear requirements and any equipment provided, will be confirmed before bookings open.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs an initial checklist to discuss with the instructor, think waterproof outer layers, warm insulation, a hat and gloves, spare warm clothing, a suitable rucksack, food, drink and any personal medication you need. This isn't a complete winter mountain kit list.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrampons and ice axes may be available to hire in advance. 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