Girlguiding Scotland walking scheme level 2 training & assessment weekend
Are you ready to get out and about and stretch your legs? We are delighted to let you know that our level 2 walking training and assessment weekend is back for Spring 2025!
When: 5.00pm Friday 28 March – Sunday 30 March 2025, plus a pre-meeting Zoom call may be arranged with the candidates.
Where: Gulabin Lodge, Spittal of Glenshee, Blairgowrie, PH10 7QE
Cost: £25 for GGS members, please get in touch if you want to book from outside of Scotland.
Contact: ann-marie@girlguiding-scot.org.uk
Who is it for?
This training is open to all members of Girlguiding aged 18+ who would like to:
- Extend their walking skills and improve navigation techniques
- Learn how to lead Girlguiding groups safely in the hills
- Work towards gaining a qualification having done DofE or Queen’s Guide expeditions
- Move to level 2 after completing level 1
To start at level 2 you should have undertaken six walks in any type of country of which:
- 1 should have been at least 6 km or 4 miles
- 3 should have taken place in the last 3 years
- 2 walks should have been in open country
If you are interested but are unsure if your prior experience is suitable, please get in touch and we can discuss with you
There is also an assessment course for level 2, for those who have completed the training at a previous course and gained the necessary experience. You will be required to submit your logbook in advance if you wish to undertake the assessment.
What will the weekend involve?
The training will cover the main topics of the practical and theoretical sessions of the walking scheme, including:
- Route planning
- Navigational techniques
- Group management
- Hazards and risk assessment
- Day, micro and low visibility navigation
The course will involve some intense physical activities and being out in all weather conditions.
Accommodation
Accommodation is in bunks. Details on what you may need to bring regarding bedding will be provided on booking. You will need to bring towels and slippers; no outdoor shoes are allowed inside. You can arrive from 5.00pm on Friday evening. Registration is 5-5.30pm, followed by dinner and introductions. Training & assessment will commence at 8pm.
Covid-19 Measures
Please note, you must be willing to follow any Covid-19 measurements put in place to protect all attending.
Additional Information
Once you have booked your place you will receive further information from the course directors about the training/assessment and what to bring. Some outdoor equipment is available to borrow.
If you have any queries about the course content or want to know more before booking, please email Kathryn our walking adviser on:
kathryn@girlguiding-scot.org.uk
Booking Process
You can book your spot below, and you can pay via BACs or card. You will then receive a confirmation email, followed by a form looking for further information.
Places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis and the event may sell out prior to the deadline
If you chose to pay by BACs, then payment must be made within 2 weeks
The full non-returnable fee of £25.00 does not include travel to and from the event, but we will cover up to £35 towards travel costs for Girlguiding Scotland members only – please share cars wherever you can. If you aim to travel by public transport, please get in touch so we can see if it is possible for someone to pickup/drop-off at a transport hub.
You cannot book onto both the training and assessment – these must be completed separately.
Booking will close on Monday, 3 February.