Walking Group Leader Award

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This award is for leaders of walking groups in non-mountainous hilly terrain known variously as upland, moor, bog, hill, fell or down. Such areas are often subject to very harsh weather conditions and require an element of self-sufficiency. Taking responsibility for and leading others in these ever changing and sometimes hostile environments requires skills, knowledge and awareness’s that are best developed through a structured training scheme.

The MLTE Walking Group Leader (WGL) Award was established to promote the safe enjoyment of the hill and moorland areas. The scheme provides training and assessment in the technical and group management skills required by those who wish to lead groups in the hills and moorlands of the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland, other than in winter conditions. It integrates experience, training and assessment in a variety of testing conditions in hill country.

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Syllabus

  • Technical Competence
  • Walking and Route Finding
  • Navigation
  • Hazards and Emergency Procedures
  • Equipment
  • Responsibilities of the Leader
  • Group Management
  • The Overnight Experience
  • Access
  • Conservation
  • Environmental Knowledge
  • Weather
  • Structure of the Activity


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Walking Group Leader Training

course overview

The training course is based on the WGL syllabus. There are theory sessions on weather, group leader responsibilities, risk assessment and dealing with emergencies as well as practical skills. The practical sessions will cover walking, route finding in the hills, navigation, leadership, supervision of camping and overnight issues. Much of the course is practical and you should be prepared for adverse weather in true Lake District style!


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Walking Group Leader Assessment

course overview

The assessment course covers the syllabus of the award meeting the standards set by the MLTUK. Three mainly practical days are spent on the local moors. Overnight responsibilities and camping skills are covered in theory sessions. Assessment courses have at least thirty hours of contact time between the candidates and assessors. Candidates are tested in accordance with the syllabus and should therefore ensure that they are familiar with all its aspects before attending the course.

pre-requisites:

  • Be 18 years of age.
  • Have experience of an absolute minimum of 40 quality hill walking days.
  • Have completed a WGL training course or successfully gained exemption from training.
  • Hold a valid first aid certificate.


We offer these courses at a time that suits you. Please get in touch to find out more. Pick up the phone or drop us an email. Look forward to hearing from you!