The Walking Group Leader Award in Brief

For those who wish to lead a group of hill walkers in non- mountainous hilly terrain in the UK. You will learn such skills as group management, navigation, emergency procedures, access and conservation and remote supervision.

WGL training and assessment courses are run over three consecutive days or two weekends.

Before you register make sure you can answer yes to the following questions:

• Are you at least 18 years old?

• Do you have a genuine interest in leading groups?

• Do you have at least 12 months hill walking experience?

Not sure whether to choose ML or WGL?

Think of WGL as ML without the wild camping, the movement on steep ground or the ropework. The standard of navigation is the same but does not involve steep or rocky terrain. You are expected to navigate with the same accuracy as for ML but over terrain known variously as moorland, hill, fell, bog or down. The terrain is well defined by obvious boundaries, such as roads and coastlines.