First Aid & Emergencies
To call for mountain or cave rescue assistance, dial 999, ask for 'Police' then either 'Mountain rescue' or 'Cave rescue'.
A good site for all things safety related in the British hills.
General advice on dealing with emergency situations and calling for help.
A very useful article about Hypothermia. It's specific to fell running but the principle very much apply to all mountain activities.
If you are a regular hill goer in the British Hills then please seriously consider supporting Mountain Rescue. Mountain Rescue Supporter
Weather & Environment
Mountain Weather Information Service
Sport Scotland Avalanche Information Service
Kit Shops & Advice
Use the online discount code AF-KENTS-T3. Your scout membership card will get you at least 15% off if you flash it in store
National Governing Bodies & Training Centres
The British Mountaineering Council
Mountain Training - National Governing Body Awards
Plas y Brenin - National Mountain Centre, England & Wales
Glenmore Lodge - National Mountain centre, Scotland
A handy Introduction to Hill Walking booket from the BMC including a kit list, basic navigation, weather and much more.
Should you need the services of an MIA or MIC, then please contact one of the county assessors who will be able to point you in the right direction.
Scouts & Guides
Lower Grange Farm (Kent Scouts Climbing & Activity Centre)
Invicta Mountaineering Club (Kent Scouts Hillwalking arm)
