News
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Nepal Earthquake Disaster
28th April 2015
For those of us who have been fortunate enough to have trekked or climbed in Africa or the greater ranges, you will know the valuable role played by local guides, porters and cooks etc who contributed so much to the experience. So if you were wondering what might be the best way to contribute to...
50th Anniversary Weekend
30th March 2015
The IMC 50th Anniversary weekend closing date has been given a one week extension. If you were thinking of joining us but haven't got round to sending us the form, you'd better get cracking! Application forms must be with us by Saturday 4th April. A few seats left on the minibus too. ...
Climbing Technology crampon recall
19th February 2015
Climbing Technology crampon recall ...
Fake crampon alert
5th February 2015
See this story regarding dangerous knock-off crampons being sold on-line. Technical kit for winter and climbing can be a life saver so always buy and only trust a bargain from a reputable source. ...
First Aid Courses in January
8th December 2014
EVENT - Wilderness First Aid Course (16 hour) + BTEC Level two in Outdoor First Aid (16 hour). DATE - 24th & 25th January 2015 LOCATION - Maidstone Area CLOSING DATE - 24th December (confirmation that the course will be running will be done on the 27th December) COURSE FEE - £100 for 6...
GriGri 2 recall
20th May 2014
http://www.petzl.com/us/outdoor/us/recall-replacement-grigri-2 ...
Buttermere trip almost full
14th April 2014
The May bank holiday trip to Buttermere is almost full. There are only a few placed left so get your application forms in quick, if you still want to come. Deadline is Friday 2nd May. ...
Support Mountain Rescue
8th September 2013
If you're getting out into the hills regularly then you really ought to be supporting these guys and the dedicated work that they do. Consider it a really good value insurance policy if you must but do sign-up. ...
Quick-draw mistake costs 12 year old's life
9th July 2013
You may have read about the tragic death of 12 year old climbing prodigy Tito Traversa who took a 50ft ground fall while climbing in France... The reason was an incorrectly self-assembled quick-draw. Please have a look at this article (translation) and make sure that don't make the same mistake....
The future?
28th June 2013
Let me introduce you to a new bio-optical knowledge recording and dissemination system, responding to the trade name : MAP "Map" is an unprecedented technological revolution... ...
