Training & Support
One Day Training
Community Walk Leaders will attend a one day training course to develop their ability to lead walks in lowland countryside. The main aim of the training is to give the Community Walk Leaders (CWLs) the confidence to lead a group as well as improve their skills.
The course will cover the basic walk knowledge and techniques required to lead walks including:
- Setting Up a Walking group
- Group Management
- Understanding Maps
- Planning a Walk
- Equipment
- Weather
- Getting Lost & Emergencies
Successful participants will receive a manual with all the relevant information covered on the course as well as a certificate of attendance.
Modules
To supplement the one day training, modules will be delivered to help leaders progress further. These will include:
- First Aid
- Further navigation and improving walking skills
- Creating inspiring walks
- Where to walk in your area
Calendar of Training Dates and Events
Post-Training Support
There will be a range of post-training support also available including
- Local networking events
- News, further information and forums on this website
- Insurance scheme
- Walk NI and Walking In Your Community E-Newsletters circulated once a month
- Information and support for further training e.g. Walking Group Leader (WGL) plus other Mountaineering Ireland schemes