Northern Guiding

12 Cherry Rise LS14 2HJ LeedsWest Yorkshire

Description of Northern Guiding

Need a break from your workplace, crowded cities and noise? Venture out with us into the wild! With the expert guidance and experience of our qualified instructor, you will not get lost or fear to see yourself in the open at any times.

Our guide can teach you how to navigate in the mountains, to read a compass appropriately, run over unfamiliar terrain, to measure distance and duration when travelling along a path, among other thigs you will find tremendously useful. And the best is that you will enjoy yourself while learning them!

Our business is based in Whinmoor, next to Leeds. All of our courses are provided for open and private groups, or for individuals.

Our walking options are varied:

• Adventure days in the impressive Yorkshire Dales and the spectacular Lake District, as well as in Peak District or beautiful Scotland.
• Night hiking in the Yorkshire Dales ascending to one of the Yorkshire 3 peaks’ summit.
Guided walks for beginners or semi-experts.
• Bespoke walking tours customized just for you.
Private walking guiding for those who wish to go on their own.
Training programs for hikers getting ready for their next mountain challenge, like the Himalaya, climbing the Kilimanjaro, the Inca Trail or trekking in Nepal. 

Here we suggest a guide kit you should bring along with you:

• Walking or hiking boots with good ankle support to avoid sprains.
• Warm hiking socks, wool would be a good choice for winter walks.
• Waterproof jacket and impermeable long trousers.
• Thermal gloves and a good pair of gaiters.
• Hat, cap or a hoodie jacket.
• A rucksack big enough to carry all your items.
• Torch or flashlight, not too heavy or big.
• Detailed map of the area.
• Compass to check the points regularly.
• Food and water, in summer several liters are highly recommended.
• Sun protection and sunglasses.

And in the case of spending the night in a wild camping trip you will additionally need:

• A comfortable and light sleeping mat and warm sleeping bag.
• Swiss knife or other cutting utensils.
• Tent and stove with spare fuel.

Get off-the-track and enjoy the fresh air of marvelous outdoor surroundings, breath-taking landscapes and take a peek into the natural wildlife with its fine flora and savage fauna!

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