With a fair bit of wet weather, the river Kent was at high levels on Sunday for the Kendal Mountain Festival Big River Clean up with Save Our Rivers, Trash Free Trails, and NRS. On rafts and on the shore, folks got out in the morning to clean up litter around the river.

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We are thrilled to see Welsh Winter Skills courses filling up fast this year - so fast that we are adding a few additional places in January and February! Find out more: pyb.co.uk/course/welsh-w… #winterskills #NorthWales #Eryri #Snowdonia #crampons #iceaxe #navigation

‘The job of a shell layer is to keep the weather out while letting you move freely, and it must also survive the rough treatment of winter climbing.’ Read more in our winter climbing layering guide: bit.ly/WinterClimbing…

We mixed up the teams and had a great day out in 50mph winds, cold, and full-on winter conditions. The snowpack required thoughtful decision-making, with wind slab and a buried weak layer present. 📸 Matt Stygall #Scotland #winter #mountaineering #climbing #iceaxe #crampons

We are excited to kick off the Fast Track mountaineering programme in January! By mid-February, we'll wave goodbye to more competent mountaineers ready for personal adventures and further qualifications. Check it out: pyb.co.uk/fast-track/ 📸 Chris Prescott and Matt Stygall

Winter is a great time to build your skills, ready to launch into your own adventures in the warmer months. Mark your diary for a course in the heart of North Wales this February. Learn more at pyb.co.uk #skillscourse #NGB #NorthWales #paddle #hike #Eryri

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With the depths of winter upon us, it is time to sharpen your avalanche awareness and build skills to stay safe in the mountains. Will Nichols contributed a five-part Skill Series to UKClimbing with loads of useful information. Explore the series ow.ly/1VnF50Qjbjr

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March is the perfect time of year for Mountain Leader candidates who appreciate the light but don't want to stay up too late for night navigation. Book your course now: pyb.co.uk #mountainleader #hillandmoorlandleader #firstaid #navigation #northwales #eryri

A few spots remain on a weekend Advanced Whitewater Kayaking course February 17-18. Book your place before it fills up! pyb.co.uk/course/advance… 📸 Photo from instructor Jonny Innes Thanks to Peak Paddlesports and Sport England #paddle #whitewater #kayak #river #thisgirlcan

"The Saryjaz runs from high up in Tian Shan mountains in Kyrgyzstan...This is the calling for few expedition kayakers to explore the pristine untouched nature and whitewater Kyrgyzstan has to offer." Join Andy Kettlewell 17 FEBRUARY, 8-9 PM in the Plas y Brenin lecture theatre.

Ready to relive the adventure? Secure your spot now for another chapter of unforgettable experiences with PYB! Book Now-pyb.co.uk #northwales #Snowdonia #scottishwinter #welshwinter #plasybrenin

Many many congratulations to our very own Lou Beetlestone, who has just completed the Montane Winter MRT Challenge North, finishing as the first female. Lou was representing Ogwen Valley Mountain Rescue Team. We're all so proud of you 🤩❤️💫🙌 #MontaneWinterMRTChallengeNorth

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Join PYB and Petzl athlete Andy Berry for our exhilarating 'Night Run' under the stars on the 3rd of February! Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your night run experience! Book Now- ow.ly/O0XP50Qtfkf @petzl_running #plasybrenin #nightrun #petzl

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Gear up for an exciting weekend as Plas y Brenin and Mountain Equipment get together to celebrate a 20 year partnership with 'Spring Back to Rock' on the 14th and 15th of February 2024! Stay tuned to our channels for updates as we gear up for an unforgettable experience!

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