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#summerevents Pentlands Navigation Skills 28 Augu

#summerevents
Pentlands Navigation Skills 28 August 2021
(members only)
Are you a keen hill walker, rambler, munro bagger or ski tourer who needs to know what to do when the going gets tough, the weather comes in and you're not quite sure which direction you should be going in? Come along to our Pentlands Navigation Skills day to learn the basics.

Olly Stephenson is a keen outdoor enthusiast with various mountain training qualifications. He will introduce the course in a fun and engaging manner to make the best of the day. The maximum group size is six and cost will be £50/head. This is a discount of over 20% from the normal course price of £65.

Course outline -
Welcome, intros, course overview
Understanding the map (map legend, grid squares, contours, scales, distances and directions)
Understanding the compass (directions and distances)
Locating yourself (setting the map, basic directions)
Pacing and timing
Contour interpretation (inc. aspect of slope)
Planning your route (inc. Naismith's Rule)
Following your route (inc. aiming off, handrails, ticking-off features, catching features, the 4 D's)
Help! I'm lost in the mist (relocation strategies)
Summary (back to basics - the two or three things I use for 90% of my navigation)
A brief discussion of GPS
Please bring -
Clothing, footwear, food and drink for the day, plus a map of the Pentlands, a map case, a compass, a notepad and a pen (I can lend map and compass if necessary). Note this course takes place entirely outdoors. We'll be walking 3-5 miles and ascending about 500m.

This event is only for Members who have paid their fees for the 2020/21 subscription year.

Tickets are available until 18.00 on 14/08/21 via the events page on the ESC Website unless they sell out prior. We reserve the right to cancel the event if sufficient bookings are not received.

For further questions on this event or to join a waiting list if sold out please contact social@edinburghskiclub.org.uk.

Calling all #cycle enthusiasts...again!!! Tour de

Calling all #cycle enthusiasts...again!!!
Tour de South Queensferry: Part Deux
Sat Jul 31 2021, 10:30am GMT

Following a rather washed out attempt on 19th June we thought we would give this one more go!

If you enjoy a leisurely cycle that takes in some beautiful views with a rewarding beer or 2 at the end then this is the event for you!

We will be starting in Roseburn Park next to the iconic Murrayfield Stadium (10.30am) and make our way along the cycle path to South Queensferry where there will be opportunities to enjoy a well earned ice cream, coffee, or refreshing beverage of your choice before making our way back to Bruntsfield Links where a cool refreshing beer or G&T awaits.

The aim is to cycle in 2 or 3 groups, depending on numbers, and for each group to be of a similar standard so that those that enjoy a slightly quicker pace can set off in one group and those that enjoy a slightly leisurely place can set off in another.

We will, of course, be complying with current covid restrictions and are therefore are limited to a maximum of 30 people with social distancing rules in place at all times. Please ensure that you have safety helmets and necessary tools for the (hopefully) unlikely event that you get a puncture.

If you are interested in taking part please register your interest so that we have the names and contact details of all those attending.
#SkiClub #newpals #SkiClub #oudoorfun #summerevents #edinburghcycle

#SummerEvents continue with Stand Up Paddle Boardi

#SummerEvents continue with Stand Up Paddle Boarding 24 July 2021.

Ever wanted to try stand-up paddleboarding or even to explore the #unioncanal from the water? Now is your chance!!

Courtesy of Stand Up Paddle Board Scotland we are offering you the chance to paddle your way along the Union Canal with the guidance and help of the instructors who will provide help and support along the way. This is an excellent opportunity to try something new and to take in the sights of #Edinburgh from a different perspective.

Booking is via the website as usual, go to the events page. Booking closes on the 15th July so get in quickly!

This is an open event, you can bring family and friends. So we're looking forward to seeing familiar and new faces.

If we don't get enough numbers we may have to cancel the event, so please get involved and support the club! Please like and share this to your stories.

Should you have any questions please contact membership@edinburghskiclub.org.uk
#thegreatoutdoors #watersports #oudoorfun #newpals #Sup #supscotland #SkiClub #skiscotland #standuppaddleboard8i

#SummerEvents Are you getting withdrawal symptoms

#SummerEvents
Are you getting withdrawal symptoms from a lack of skiing this year? Fear not fellow members, we have the next best thing...#waterskiing!

You can test your balance and skills and maybe even throw in the odd showboating if you're feeling brave and round it all off with a beer and a burger whilst comparing notes and laughing at the falls and tricks gone horribly wrong! Having been a successful event in previous years it was only right that we offer our members another go at this thrill seeking event!

A big thank you to our fellow member, Guy Harrower, who has organised for the use of 2 boats to allow our 20 water skiers the chance to show off their skills over the course of 2.5 hours. We will then gather around the bbq to enjoy a beer and burger.

Please note that this event is for members only. Click the link in the bio, registration in the events section will close on June 26th, 2021. Get in quick!!
#wakeboarding #beersnburgers

THROWBACK THURSDAY! Praying to the mighty pin in L

THROWBACK THURSDAY!
Praying to the mighty pin in La Plagne, one of our 2016 holiday destinations!
#ThrowbackThursday #snow #edinburghskiclub #laplagne #redpin📌

#SummerEvents Tuesday 15th June! First up on our

#SummerEvents
Tuesday 15th June!
First up on our summer events package is ski coaching at Hillend.

Tickets are avaliable via the website, link is on the bio.

Take advantage of the light nights. Get your turns in!

We've got very limited spaces so please book early.

See you on the plastic!

#Hillend
#snowsports
#snowsportsscotland
#skiscot
#skiscotland
#skicoaching

THROWBACK THURSDAY! Back in 2013, we were lucky to

THROWBACK THURSDAY!
Back in 2013, we were lucky to have enough snow during our annual Ballachulish weekend to run the infamous Edinburgh Ski Club race!
#ThrowbackThursday #NevisRange #ballachulish #Snow #slalom #edinburghskiclub

SKI COACHING 18/05/21 Tickets available on the we

SKI COACHING 18/05/21

Tickets available on the website now.

#edinburghskiclub #edinburghlife #esc #coaching #skiing #snowsports #friends

THROWBACK THURSDAY Another snowy Easter! Back in

THROWBACK THURSDAY

Another snowy Easter! Back in 2013, a few lucky members got to enjoy the lovely backcountry in Glenfishie.

#Scotland #ThrowbackThursday #snow #easter #edinburghskiclub #glenfishie

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