Adventure Scotland - brought to you by Scotland's National Tourism Organisation

Looking for fun, adventure, challenges on the Scottish rivers and lochs or on the mountains and crags this summer. Then look no further than Snowgoose!

What we do best:

Winter mountaineering courses from 1-5 days either on one of many inspirational well structured predated courses. Or come with a group of friends to suit your own availability dates, the group¿s aspirations, needs & budget. We can also provide an in house private guiding service on a one to one basis.

Winter skills training 2 - 5 day winter mountain courses from the basics of using ice axe and crampons to an introduction to easy snow gullies. For the more experienced the challenges of the very best of Scotland¿s winter mountain ridges, ice and Munros. Learn about avalanche awareness and snowholing.

Pre trekking trip training. 3 days. Looking for a bit of confidence building before you set off to the Himalayas, the Andes or even the Alps. We can help make your overseas trip much more enjoyable by giving you at least the basics of mountain skills all year round ¿ plus the benefits of our own overseas experience.

Available packages

Prices do not include any accommodation or food. Subject to availability you are welcome to stay at our fully self-catered, family run Alpine style hostel / bunkhouse or self catering apartments at the Centre. Or we can help you find local B&B, campsite or hotel.

Introduction to Winter Mountain Walking Ratio 1:6/8
2 days w/e (£ 80), 3 day (£120)or 5 days (£ 175) day mid week. Prices per person

Winter Mountaineering Ratio 1:6/3
2 days w/e (£ 90), 3 day (£180)or 5 days (£ 225) day mid week. Prices per person

Classic Winter Munros & Ridges Ratio 1:6/4
3 day course/ guiding (£120)or 5 days (£ 225) day mid week. Prices per person

Classic Winter Ridges & Gullies Ratio 1:4/2
3 day course/ guiding (£150)or 5 days (£ 275) day mid week. Prices per person.

High Mountain Trekking Preparation Ratio 1:6/8
3 day course/ guiding (£105 ) Prices per person].

Other activities available

     

Useful info

Equipment provided?

All technical mountain equipment ¿ Ice axes/ crampons / winter boots available for hire.

What do I need to wear?

We will provide a full personal equipment list.
Suitable outdoor mountain clothing (wind & waterproof outer garments). Mountain boots suitable for either walking or climbing.

What do I need to bring?

A waterproof day sac to carry your "butties" and a drink to have on the crags or hill at mid-day. A spare fleece/ sweater plus a warm hat & gloves. Bring any of your own technical gear if you have it plus a map & compass. If you have them bring your ice axe and crampons ¿ but you can hire these on arrival. This has the advantage of the benefits of an expert fitting service.

When can I do it?

The prime winter skills season is from New Year until (sometimes) late April with probably the best time being February ¿ March. After January there are the benefits of more settled weather and longer days. But the Scottish hills & mountains are always open for winter business from as early as October.

Is there a pub nearby?

A 2-minute stagger in the village of Corpach at the SW end of the Caledonian Canal.