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Resources

On this page you will find links to a series of resources. Each resource covers an aspect of the Mountaineering Ireland Mountainskills Scheme. Each slideshow is intended to be an introduction to its subject and is designed to help you as you progress through your Mountainskills Course. You can review the content before the course and we can work on developing your understanding out on the hill.

You will also find a link to “Mountain Skills Course Useful Links: Before You Attend” containing useful resources that will help you before you attend a course such as meeting locations, gear and maps that we may use on the course.

You will also find a separate link to “Mountain Skills Course Useful Links: After You Attend” containing resources that we may have discussed during your course such as books, gear and navigation aids.

Map Relief and Elevation: Read before a course

Maps depict relief and elevation in different ways. This slide show introduces you to some of the concepts used by map manufactures.

The Map Grid & Grid References: Read before a course

The map grid is used to locate a unique area on any map. Knowing how to read and write a grid reference is essential.

Mountain Hazards: Read before a course

There is a long list of mountain hazards. Understanding hazards and avoiding them is the best strategy.

The Compass: Read before a course

Covers the fundamental parts of the compass necessary for taking a bearing.

Mountain Skills Course Useful Links: Before You Attend

Before you attend a course you will find a useful list of equipment, resources and information including map, compass, meeting time & place and weather information. What to have, where to buy and where we might meet.

Mountain Skills Course Useful Links: After You Attend

After you attend a course you might find some of the following information useful. It includes additional resource links to books, equipment and navigational aids.

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