Course Introduction

Do you have basic mountaineering experience and aspire to hike independently in the wilderness? This course is designed for hikers with a foundation, focusing on mastering core technical skills for day hikes or multi-day trips staying in mountain huts using day-hiking gear. Through theoretical explanations, simulated practical exercises, and group practice, you will enhance your safety awareness and confidence to become a hiker capable of independently planning mountain trips.

Course Content

• Risk Management
• Practical Trip Planning
• In-depth Knowledge of Personal Equipment
• Common Mountain Hazards and Risk Avoidance
• Building Simple Shelters
• Overnight Camping Experience
• Emergency Fire Starting
• Basics of Wilderness First Aid
• Basics of Low-Visibility Wilderness Navigation
• Difficult Terrain Experience

What Makes This Course Special?

The course is tailor-made for you who want to progress from 'following group hikes' to 'independent hiking'! It combines indoor theory with outdoor practical sessions, simulating real-life scenarios (low visibility, rainy weather, unexpected delays, teammate injuries) to challenge yourself in a safe environment. Through group interaction and professional guidance, you will learn solid skills and have a great time! Ultimately, you will gain the confidence and ability to handle situations calmly in the wild.

Course Arrangement

• Theory and Practice: 2 indoor theory sessions, 2 single-day outdoor practice sessions, 1 two-day one-night outdoor practice session.
• Eligibility: Aged 16 or above (minors must have parental/guardian consent and signature), interested, and with mountaineering/hiking experience.

Is This Course Right for Me?

• You need to know how to plan a single-day hiking trip, have learned basic wilderness navigation skills, and have at least 3 to 4 wilderness experiences.
• You are already familiar with basic day-hiking equipment and want to learn techniques in-depth.
• You wish to improve your self-reliance to handle slightly more difficult routes or unexpected situations.

If you have mastered the above, you are likely ready for the challenge. If you feel your hiking experience is relatively limited, starting with our Basic Mountaineering Skills Course might be more suitable.

Contact & Registration

• Registration & Details: https://www.mountain-training.org.mo/1dayadvance/
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +853 6273 3260