Winter Mountain Safety Lecture – Emily Coates
“From the Highlands to the Himalayas – how to weather a storm! “
Sponsored by Rab
Co-sponsored by Petzl
Presented by Emily Coates
Wales based Emily Coates WML, MTA & IML aspirant presents the final lecture in the 2027 series of Clachaig’s Winter Mountain Safety Lectures.
About the lecture:
The lecture will focus on winter survival techniques in the mountains; with my main case study being a near miss in the Himalayas last year. All the learnings are applicable to the Scottish highlands.
Clachaig’s lectures are informal by design, and will hopefully be as entertaining as they are educational. For 2027 lectures will be presented in the Boots Bar. There is no charge for entry. Start will be 8pm approx. If part of a larger group, please give us some advance notice so that we can do our best to prepare accordingly. To help us to continue to improve and develop the series, we’d be very grateful for your feedback after the lecture.
The series is sponsored by Rab and Petzl. Please give them your support and encouragement so that the lecture series can continue to be provided free at the point of delivery.
About Emily:
EMILY COATES – VISIT WILD WALES FOUNDER
I am an outdoor guide, instructor and educator with a deep knowledge of our natural environment, and how to make our interaction with it fun, positive and educational.
I have led expeditions to the Himalayas, the Arctic, the Alps and closer to home across the British Isles, so have an embedded experience of outdoor environments and the opportunities they present. My home is set in the heart of the Welsh mountains, and low impact ventures into the outdoor space here is where my focus now lies.
I qualified as a British Summer Mountain Leader in 2015 and in addition passed the Winter qualification in 2024.
About the Lecture Series:
Now in the 42nd year, the Clachaig Winter Mountain Safety Lecture series is the longest running safety initiative of its kind. Designed to be a last port of call before setting off into the winter hills, each lecture will look at key safety considerations which may well be a timely reminder when planning your outing for the next day. Read more about the lecture series…
We are particularly keen to ensure that the lecture series remains FREE ENTRY as it has done since its inception. However, there are costs and we are extremely grateful for the backing and financial support of Rab. Their belief in the value of the lectures has ensured that the series can continue to be delivered for the 2027 season.
Whilst the lectures are free, we will be asking you to part with a pound, or three, as we raise funds for our chosen local charity throughout the course of ClachaigFest.
There are some great prizes from Rab and a range of other local and connected businesses. Read more about The Big Winter Raffle.
Raffle tickets will be on sale on the night, and throughout February at Clachaig.
Also supported by and with huge thanks to Nevisport Fort William.
From www.glencoescotland.com.
At a glance
- From: 23rd February 2027 08:00 pm
- At: Clachaig Inn, Boots Bar
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