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Our Month: Mountaineering Scotland in July 2024
Thursday 1st August 2024, 9:00am

At the end of each month, we take a look back at the work the team has been carrying out on behalf of our members. Read on to hear the latest updates from CEO Stuart Younie, Access & Conservation Officer Davie Black, Senior Mountain Safety Advisor Ross Cadie, ClimbScotland Development Manager Jamie Smith, and Member Services & Communications Manager, Helen Gestwicki.

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Navigation for mountain runners: Part 1
Friday 26th July 2024, 9:00am

Ian Stewart, founder of Trail Running Scotland, takes a look at the essential navigation skill for anyone running in the mountains.

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New 18-25 digital membership
Wednesday 24th July 2024, 11:33am

We've launched a new digital membership for young people aged 18-25 to make it easier for them access to a range of skills and information that will open up a whole world of adventure in the outdoors.

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Is your first aid kit ready for summer adventures?
Thursday 18th July 2024, 9:00am

Walking in the mountains of Scotland is a fantastic way to stay fit and healthy, both in body and mind. However, venturing into the mountains also comes with inherent risks. Whether you are a seasoned mountain goat or a hiking newbie, having an appropriate first aid kit is important.

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Our Month: Mountaineering Scotland in June 2024
Monday 1st July 2024, 9:00am

At the end of each month, we take a look back at the work the team has been carrying out on behalf of our members. Read on to hear the latest updates from CEO Stuart Younie, Access & Conservation Officer Davie Black, Senior Mountain Safety Advisor Ross Cadie, ClimbScotland Development Manager Jamie Smith, and Member Services & Communications Manager, Helen Gestwicki.

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Can you help get the International Winter Climbing Meet off the ground?
Thursday 13th June 2024, 9:44am

Organisers of the 2025 Scottish International Winter Climbing Meet are looking for a team of volunteers to support the organisation and running of the meet to be held from 1-8 March 2025. The meet, which starts and finishes at Glenmore Lodge, is a joint venture between Mountaineering Scotland, the Scottish Mountaineering Club (SMC), The Alpine Club and the BMC.

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A reminder to ThinkWINTER in June!
Thursday 6th June 2024, 10:14am

With what looks like an abrupt change in weather and a return (albeit brief, hopefully) to more wintery conditions for this time of year, Ben Gibson from the Mountain Safety Team provides a wee reminder on what kit to have for a safe and fun day out on the hills, especially when the weather is so changeable!

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Our Month: Mountaineering Scotland in May 2024
Thursday 6th June 2024, 9:00am

At the end of each month, we take a look back at the work the team has been carrying out on behalf of our members. Read on to hear the latest updates from CEO Stuart Younie, Access & Conservation Officer Davie Black, Senior Mountain Safety Advisor Ross Cadie, ClimbScotland Development Manager Jamie Smith, and Member Services & Communications Manager, Helen Gestwicki.

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Women’s Winter Climbing Course for Improvers
Friday 31st May 2024, 10:56am

The Scottish Mountaineering Club, Mountaineering Scotland and Glenmore Lodge have joined forces to create a new opportunity for eight female winter climbers who aspire to take their climbing to ‘the next level’ in 2025.

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Campaign to save Scotland’s mountain paths marks one-year anniversary
Tuesday 28th May 2024, 2:05pm

Mountaineering Scotland and the Outdoor Access Trust for Scotland (OATS) are delighted to announce that their joint campaign, It’s Up To Us, has raised over £218,000 of the £300,000 target for essential mountain path repairs since the campaign was launched one year ago.

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