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As part of our Coach Education Programme the Outdoor Partnership has up to 13K SPLASH funding available to fund water-sports training programmes for our club members. So, if you are an active volunteer within your club and would like to improve your skills by working towards recognised BCU and RYA accredited professional qualification why don’t you contact us to set the ball rolling!

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30 October 2010
This October runners will again be competing in one of the toughest marathons here in the UK, the Snowdonia Marathon. The inaugural Snowdonia Marathon was held in 1982, and was conceived as a dramatic alternative to the numerous city and town races becoming so popular. The demanding and spectacular route, encircling Snowdon, Wales' and England's highest peak, has given the event a unique place in the annual marathon calendar ever since.

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Discover Gwynedd’s wealth of wildlife, culture, heritage and local produce. Throughout this summer, a programme of events, activities and the launch of the brand new Discover Gwynedd website will celebrate the beauty and diversity of Gwynedd.

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DATE: 18 - 21 August 2010
VENUE: Pwllheli Sailing Club
COST: 60 pounds pp with own equipment
75 pound pp including board hire
The Welsh Yachting Association will be running a windsurfing camp between 18th - 21 August 2010 offering a solid introduction to windsurfing and a good base to continue from. First time windsurfers are welcome and for those with a bit more experience there will a racing camp running at the same date.

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By now all our clubs will have received invitations to the Outdoor Festival being held at Plas y Brenin on 11 September 2010. Those attending will have the opportunity to participate in a range of outdoor activities sessions, skills development workshops, and a number of club development seminars. These will range from skiing sessions to rope skills for mountaineers workshops.

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The Outdoor Partnership Community Club Award, sponsored by Magnox North, will be officially launched at our Outdoor Festival on the 11 September, 2010. This award will recognise and reward the commitment made by community outdoor clubs in delivering and developing high-quality, welcoming environments for club members.

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The CWLA has been designed to train and assess those who wish to teach lead climbing skills on indoor or outdoor artificial climbing walls and structures with fixed protection. This includes a wide range of structures (including, for example towers and mobile climbing walls) which will be referred to throughout as ‘walls’. These structures are deemed to have safety equipment, such as top anchors, in place and are maintained through a management regime. The award is concerned with ensuring good practice when developing leading skills. It covers the introduction, coaching and on-going development of the technical and movement skills required to lead routes.

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Date: 24 September 2010 Where: Plas y Brenin Time: 1pm - 3pm Cost: FREE
The National Navigation Award Scheme is a nationally recognized non-competitive personal performance navigation award allowing everyone to be able to plan and enjoy their walks in the countryside. All courses include knowledge of safety and access issues when walking in the countryside, as well as an understanding of environmental issues and awareness of impacts.

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This month we are profiling Ailsa Orlik who is an active member of Rock Chicks Climbing Club for women. Being an outdoor enthusiast Ailsa recently decided to change career and applied and successfully secured an 18 month Centre Assistant placement at the National Mountaineering Centre at Plas y Brenin. With the experience and training she will receive over the next year and a half Ailsa hopes that this will give her the skills needed to pursue a career in the outdoor activity industry

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11 September 2010 (7.30-8.30pm)
Plas y Brenin
We are pleased to announce that our guest speaker at our Outdoor Festival on 11 September 2010 will be Tori James who at the age of 25 became the first Welsh woman to summit Everest. Tori is a multi talented individual with a passion for extreme adventure in sub zero temperatures who, in May 2005, as a member of The Pink Lady PoleCats, became the first ever all-female team to complete the gruelling 360 mile Polar Challange race to the Magnetic North Pole.

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This summer Plas Menai, the National Watersports Centre together with the Outdoor Partnership are running two subsidised multi-activity days for residents of Gwynedd aged between 8 - 16 years. These activities are subsidised by the SPLASH grant. So, if you fancy trying something new out this might be the perfect opportunity, indeed, you might even get hooked on watersports!

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JULY / AUGUST 2010
Do you fancy gorge walking, mountain biking or even sea level traversing. These are just a few of the outdoor activities being offered as part of ffit Conwy and the Outdoor Partnership’s Summer Activity Programme. On offer is a range of outdoor activities for young people and families. Therefore, if you fancy doing something new or indeed would like to improve your skills, then why not see what is on offer.

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11 SEPTEMBER 2010
Venue: Plas y Brenin
On the 11 September 2010, the Outdoor Partnership will be organising an outdoor festival to give thanks to our club volunteers and to mark the official launch of our ClubMark Award, sponsored by Magnox. There will be opportunities for club members to take part in a variety of activities including skills development workshops and outdoor activities. There will also be a BBQ where those attending can relax and have something to eat before attending the final event of the day, a talk by Tori James, the first Welsh woman to summit Mount Everest.

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DATE: JULY/AUGUST 2010 (TBC)
In conjunction with North Wales Snowsports, the Outdoor Partnership is offering aspirant instructors and coaches the opportunity to attend a 2-day Level 1 Instructor training course (skiing) and a Level 1 Refresher course (skiing) for those who need to brush-up their skills. The course is due to run in July or August with dates to be confirmed to suit participants.

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DATE: OCTOBER
VENUE: Conway Centre
COST: 100 for Outdoor Partnership Members
250 to non-members
This modular course will run over three weekends and is intended for experienced walkers who wish to become leaders in the British lowlands and moorland. Its aim is to address the technical skills, judgement and areas of knowledge which will make you a safe leader, and which you will need to practice before returning for assessment.

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Are you out of work? Over the next two years, the Outdoor Partnership will be seeking to recruit 60 individuals to take part in the Engagement Gateway Programme. On offer is the opportunity to gain an accredited outdoor activities qualification and also the chance to improve the life skills needed to gain employment or to enter into training or education. So, if you fancy learning some new skills and possibly changing your life for the better, read on.

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MAY 29 - JUNE 13 2010
The Anglesey Walking Festival is an excellent opportunity for those who want to both explore the varied landscapes that Anglesey has to offer and to hear about the islands rich historical heritage. Be it shipwrecks and smugglers or learning about Anglesey’s rich industrial heritage, this festival offers participants an enjoyable way of spending a rewarding way exploring Anglesey.

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We are pleased to announce that the Outdoor Partnership has secured a 5000 grant from the Big Lottery Fund ‘Awards for All’ scheme. The funding will go towards training and skills development courses for volunteer leaders supporting outdoor clubs in the region.

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Further good news to report on the funding front is confirmation that the Outdoor Partnership has again been successful in securing SPLASH funding for the third consecutive year. For 2010/11 the EAW whom administers SPLASH funding has awarded the Outdoor Partnership 47K to invest in training, equipment and water-sports storage facilities.

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DATE: 18 SEPTEMBER 2010
VENUE: Beacon Climbing Centre, Caernarfon
COST: Forty pounds for Outdoor Partnership members
This 2 day course is an ideal opportunity to develop your own climbing skills and work towards gaining a recognised National Governing Body qualification. This scheme is for climbers who are in a position of responsibility when supervising climbing activities on indoor or outdoor climbing walls, artificial boulders and towers.

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DATE: 4 & 5 SEPTEMBER 2010
VENUE: Plas y Brenin, Capel Curig
COST: Forty pounds for Outdoor Partnership members
This award is for those who wish to supervise a group on single pitch crags and climbing walls. The training covers such skills as choice of venue, rope management, correct use of equipment, group management, emergency procedures, crag etiquette, access and conservation.

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MAGNOX North has just announced that they are to contribute 5k towards the Club Accreditation and Recognition Award currently being developed by the Outdoor Partnership and will be officially launched on the 11th September at the Outdoor Festival. Mindful of the excellent work taking place within our community clubs we at the Outdoor Partnership are in the process of developing an Award to recognise and celebrate high standards of delivery and support clubs towards standards of excellence in the outdoors.

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The Urdd are recruiting 2 Development Officers to deliver their Llwybrau i'r Brig initiative. This is part of their 'Reaching Your Potentia'l project that aims to improve future career prospects by providing participants with skills and fostering greater aspiration.

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DATES: 25/26 September, 9/10 October, 30/31 October and 20/21 November
VENUE: Plas Y Brenin
Cost: One hundred pounds for Outdoor Partnership Members
This Modular Mountain Leader Summer training course is an excellent opportunity for club volunteers to gain practical skills and techniques required when leading groups hill walking and camping in the mountains of the UK. The course will be delivered over four weekends and will include an overnight camp.

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Meeting: 8 JUNE 2010
Venue: Amlwch Leisure Centre
There is an open meeting taking place at Amlwch Leisure Centre next Tuesday, 10 June at 7.30pm to set-up a new kayaking club in the Amlwch area. So, if you are local to Amlwch and have past experience of Kayaking, a keen paddler, children who are keen to take up the sport, or would like to take part yourself - please come along to the meeting.

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22/23 MAY, 19/20 JUNE, 10/11 JULY
Following on from our recent successful ML Modular programme, the Outdoor Partnership is planning to run another modular course in 2010. The training course is based around the ML syllabus but rather than having to attend 5 consecutive days, participants will undertake the modular course over a period of 3 weekends; approximately one weekend per month over 3 months allowing participants to consolidate their training.

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Date 8 May 2010
The Bala Challenge offers participants a fun way to raise money for their chosen charities. Those taking part have the option of either undertaking a 20 mile circuit of Llyn Bala and part of the Arran Ridge or a shorter 14 mile route around Llyn Bala. If this is of interest to you and you would like to find out more then read on.

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DATE: 25 JUNE 2010
VENUE: Plas Y Brenin
This one day course aims to develop your disability awareness and gain technical skills to support disabled people into climbing activities. This course is suitable for teachers, instructors, youth leaders and volunteer leaders in clubs. Last year’s course was very popular and therefore we have decided to run another course this year.

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DATE: 1 JUNE 2010
Pupils at Conwy’s seven secondary schools are being given the opportunity to attend Mountain Biking Skills courses as part of a joint initiative between the Outdoor Partnership, Welsh Cycling and the 5x60 scheme. On successful completion of the course the youngsters will be give the opportunity to compete in an inter-school race meet being held at Nant Bwlch Yr Haearn Outdoor Education Centre and the Gwydyr forest on 1 June 2010.

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As part of our on-going commitment to developing and supporting the hundreds of volunteers within member clubs of the Outdoor Partnership and building on last year’s success, we are happy to announce that the 2010/11 Coach Education Programme Booklet is now available on line.

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Reflecting the phenomenal growth of the Outdoor Partnership over the last year we have updated our Club Directory to include all the new clubs that have been formed, including a new after school club section. The 26 page booklet provides you with details of all outdoor activity clubs in your area.

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Sonja and Eila, along with Nigel Dennis of Sea Kayaking UK are working with the Outdoor Partnership to bring Kayaking into primary schools on the Isle of Anglesey. Anglesey Sea Kayaker and member of Cybi Kayakers, Eila Wilkinson and fellow paddler Sonja Ewen from Ireland are attempting to circumnavigate the coastline of Ireland by Sea kayak in May of this year. The expedition is due to depart in mid may and depending on weather will take an anti clockwise direction around the 1970 miles of coastline.

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LOCATION: Blue Peris Mountain Centre, Llanberis
Closing Date: WEDNESDAY 19 MAY.
Are you over 21 years of age? Are you working towards national governing body awards? Do you enjoy working with young people? Are you looking for a career in the outdoor industry? Are you prepared to be committed to working at a busy centre? We are recruiting 2 trainee instructors this year, to start on 1st September 2010 until July 31st 2011.

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This month Chris Evans, a volunteer leader at AAC shares his journey from being a junior member of AAC, the Outdoor Partnership's first outdoor club established back in the spring 2006, to becoming qualified in a number of National Governing Body awards. Chris is currently studying a Sport Science (Outdoor Activities) Degree in Bangor University and on completion hopes to attend the Centre Assistant apprenticeship scheme at the Conway Centre.

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Clwb Antur Menai is a family based club that offers families and individuals alike the opportunity to experience varied and exiting outdoor activities. Whilst we are primarily a sailing club, over the next few months our members will also be running a number of other activities, as mountain biking, wind-surfing, kayaking, mountaineering and tree climbing!

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DATE: 20 JUNE 2010
A beautiful 14 mile cycle ride along the north Wales Coast, especially suitable for families on Father’s Day! Join us for a BBQ at Rhos on Sea after the cycle ride! This forms part of the Bike Week experience whilst helping disadvantaged children, young people and their families, on this family-friendly ride from Pensarn, through Colwyn Bay to Rhos-On-Sea and back, along a designated cycle path.

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The BMC Youth Climbing Series is a popular and fun competition for young climbers of all abilities, with three regional rounds and a national final. The 2010 dates and venues have been set, and entries are now being accepted. If this is of interest to you or you know someone who would like to compete, then, read on.

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8 & 9 May 2010 , 4 & 5 SEPTEMBER 2010, 4 & 5 DECEMBER 2010
The course is aimed at outdoor activity club volunteers or members needing to successfully complete a REC course prior to attending any NGB assessments. If you are interested in attending then read on.

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CLOSING DATE: 30 April 2010
Are you over 18? Are you interested in a career in Outdoor Education? Do you enjoy the challenge of working with young people? Do you already have an interest in one or more outdoor activity? If so, a year’s Trainee Instructor placement at Nant Bwlch yr Haearn Outdoor Education Centre could be just the opportunity you need to get started in your career.

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CLOSING DATE: 10 April 2010
SALARY: 14,000 – 18,000
Camre Cymru is a fast paced lively company on it's way up! The team is full of energetic, motivated people who are passionate about what they do. They are looking for a nice new addition to the Expedition Programme Team.

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If your club is affiliated to the British Mountaineering Council you can apply for financial support offered through their club development scheme. This funding is specifically intended to help clubs develop websites and newsletters, the purchasing of mountaineering equipment and to provide training opportunities for club members.

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Plas y Brenin, the national mountaineering centre at Capel Curig will be offering heavily discounted hill walking courses to BMC members this May. Ranging from developing navigational techniques and skills to learning basic rope skills for forays off the beaten track!

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If racing down the rapids of Tryweryn is your thing, or indeed you fancy giving it a go, well, maybe the Anthony Nolan Trust Raft Race might be the event for you. You can have some serious fun and also raise some money for this charity.

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We are pleased to announce that the Outdoor Partnership has again been successful in securing grant funding to enable us to deliver our comprehensive regional Coach Education Programme in 2010-11.

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29 MARCH 2010
Meeting point: Pen y Pass Car Park at 7.00pm
For those wishing to practice their night navigation in preparation for their ML Assessment this is a perfect opportunity to test their skills in a supervised environment.

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A mountain bike skills development course is beginning in each of Conwy’s 7 secondary school at the start of April. Each of the 7 schools will have sessions through the 5x60 scheme in conjunction with Mike Tong, Welsh Cycling’s Mountain Bike Development Officer for North Wales.

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Closing date: 29 MARCH 2010
Salary: up to £23,000 per annum
Bike It is a highly successful project aimed at increasing levels of walking and cycling to school. The main responsibilities of this role will include the promotion of cycling to school at selected primary and secondary schools, supporting ‘school champions’ at other local schools and making links between schools and the bicycle industry.

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Four pupils from Ysgol David Hughes and one from Ysgol Syr Thomas Jones Amlwch recently attended a Bike Maintenance course with their 5 x 60 officers. The courses were funded by the Gwirvol scheme to enable more young people to volunteer.

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Our Outdoor Activities Development Officer in Conwy, Richard Hughes has with other key partners in Conwy created a partnership giving those working towards the NICAS level 3 climbing award greater access to climbing wall facilities in the county.

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In the first event of its kind, the British Mountaineering Council was invited by Assembly Member and Counsel General, John Griffiths, to attend a reception at The National Assembly for Wales in recognition of the importance of mountaineering to the nation.

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24 APRIL 2010
The Tremadog Festival of Climbing returns for a third glorious year for a weekend of crag maintenance and a chance to socialise and sit around a bonfire with a drink taking about your climbing exploits!

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We are pleased to announce that our new Coach Education Programme for 2010/11 will commence this April. This programme will offer our members the opportunity to gain NGB accredited qualifications in a range of activities and access a wide range of seminars/workshops and mentoring support.

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This year we are pleased to announce that the new 2010/11 Coach Education Programme will include a Level 1 Ski Instructor Course. On successful completion of this course you will be qualified to teach beginner and early intermediate level skiers. So, if you fancy becoming a ski instructor or coach then this course could be for you!

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22 MAY 2010
The BMG first ran this event in 2006 with 25 participants attending the day which was aimed at promoting Guiding as a career and explaining the BMG training scheme; it is open to alpinists who would like to find out more about the profession of guiding as a career.

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The Canoeing Foundation fund projects that support or promote canoeing ventures for Young People and/or disabled people. Applications are invited that support groups, provide equipment which can be used by a range of individuals. The usual grant is up to £1,000. Deadlines are 30 April and 31 October.

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CLOSING DATE: 26 FEBRUARY 2010
Salary: 40,000 - 44,000
Mountain Leader Training is seeking an Executive Officer to lead the development and coordination of Mountain Training in Wales, Scotland, England & Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will lead on the work of MLT and coordinate the contributions of the Home Nation Board (HNB) Technical Officers to the benefit of all mountain training.

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Clwb Antur Dwyfor have over the last few months successfully applied for funding from a number of sources to purchase Kayaks and other equipment and to run further paddling sessions for adults and young people at Dwyfor Leisure Centre in Pwllheli. So, if you live in the Pwllheli area and you fancy joining this growing club or whether you are merely looking for inspiration, this might be of interest!

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As part of our occasional Club Profile series this month we bring you an item on Clwb Antur Y Borth, an after school activity club based at Ysgol y Borth on Anglesey. To see what they have achieved to date and indeed what future plans they might have, read on!

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27 & 28 FEBRUARY 2010
VENUE: Glyndwr University, Wrexham
The Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Cycling (L2CCC) is aimed at people new to coaching and / or cycling. The knowledge gained from this qualification will allow you to develop an understanding of safe, ethical and effective cycling coaching.

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CLOSING DATE: 5 February 2010.
The Welsh Yachting Association is seeking an individual with the necessary skills to take on the lead staff role in the management of the WYA’s business and to ensure the activities and programmes of the professional staff are delivered to agreed timetables and standards.

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Please note that the10 FEBRUARY 2010 Safeguarding and Protecting Children Workshop has been cancelled. We will be running another course later on in the year.

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Plas Menai, the National Water Sports Centre is currently seeking to recruit a number of seasonal instructors for the 2010 season. The centre runs a wide range of technical and coach education courses, schools courses and community programmes and the successful candidates will get the opportunity to gain further instructional qualifications and free use of activity equipment to develop their skills.

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31 January 2010
Meeting point: Pen y Pass Car Park at 6.00pm
For those wishing to practice their night navigation in preparation for their ML Assessment, the Outdoor Partnership is running a Night Navigation Course on the evening/night of Sunday 31 January 2010.

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Closing date: 29 January 2010 Plas Menai National Watersports Centre, in partnership with the Welsh Yachting Association, wish to appoint an OnBoard Community Development Officer to coordinate and develop the centre’s community activities and develop a major RYA initiative, called OnBoard within North Wales.

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22, 29th AUGUST 2010
Venue: The Bernese Oberland
A six-day course providing an introduction to both alpine mountaineering (including glacier travel, roped rock-climbing and the use of ice-axe and crampons) and the ecology of the Alps. It is aimed at fit, experienced hill walkers who take an active interest in the mountain environment in the UK but are new to the Alps.

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Mentro Allan is a project which aims to increase physical activity levels in young women aged 16 - 30. It also aims to increase levels of confidence and wellbeing and help to implement sustainable healthy lifestyle changes. To find out what activities are planned in your area, read on.

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Would you like to train to become a ski or snowboard instructor for John Nike Leisure sports at the Llandudno Ski Centre? Join a great team of ski and snowboard instructors and enjoy great benefits whilst teaching the sport you love.

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12 DECEMBER 2009
Venue: Pwllheli Sailing Club
The WYA Christmas Regatta is an ideal opportunity for water sports enthusiasts to gain further training and competitive experience. Whilst quality racing is the intention of the event, courses may be adapted and training may be provided to suit the age and ability of competitors.

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22 , 23 MAY 2010
Venue: Y Wyddfa / Snowdon
The next Snowdon 500 Challenge takes place in May 2010. Due to the popularity of this unique charity challenge and the demand for places, Snowdon 500 - 2010 will be held on two days over the weekend of Saturday 22nd May 2010 and Sunday 23rd May 2010. You can choose either day to trek to the summit of Mt Snowdon. Demand for places is sure to be high so register now to secure your place.

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Canoe Wales have announced the dates for up and coming community sessions for the period between December 2009 and February 2010. Canoe Wales manages canoeing in Wales, with 1800 individual members and 2000 members of affiliated clubs and centres. To find out more read on.

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3 DECEMBER 2009
Meeting point: Pen y Pass Car Park at 6.30pm
For those wishing to improve or to practice their night navigation in preparation for their ML Assessment, the Outdoor Partnership is organising a night navigation session for early December. Please note that spaces are limited so prompt booking is essential.

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Date: 4 FEBRUARY 2010
The AGM of the Welsh Yachting Association is to be held on Thursday 4 February 2010 - 7.30 pm to 9 pm - video conference between Welsh Institute of Sport, Cardiff and Plas Menai, National Watersports Centre. If you would like to attend or are interested in finding out more about the WYA, read on.

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JOB VACANCY: Instructors at Glan Llyn
The Activity Department at the Urdd Centre at Glan Llyn are looking for experienced instructors with qualifications in canoeing, kayaking, sailing, mountaineering and other outdoor activities. If you are interested in applying or would like further information click the button below.

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This new on-line training course is intended to provide an easy way to access the basic training requirement for volunteers, coaches and staff involved in Paddle sports. If you are a club volunteer and work with children this might be of interest to you.

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5, 6, 7 MARCH 2010
The 2010 Llanberis Mountain Film Festival will be held on the weekend of 5th to 7th of March. So, if you love mountain culture and want to immerse yourself in a weekend of films, lectures, talks, exhibitions and much more, this is the festival for you!

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We here at the Outdoor Partnership are always looking out for interesting outdoor activity related news here in North Wales. So, if you or your club have any news or information that you think is newsworthy, then please get in touch.

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If you are already a member or you would like to join Clwb Antur Glaslyn why don't you join them at the pool at Glaslyn Leisure Centre, Porthmadog. Clwb Antur Glaslyn is a multi activity outdoor activity club operating in the Porthmadog area. The club offers its members a wide range of activities, including indoor climbing and kayaking. To find out more, read on.

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26, 27, 28 MARCH 2010
Venue: NEC Birmingham
For those interested in all things outdoors the Outdoors Show is a perfect opportunity to view amazing new gear, see demonstrations and talks for experts, and to mingle with likeminded souls!

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The Anglesey based paddlesport club the Cybi Kayakers is to start offering kayak polo sessions to its members. Kayak polo is an energetic ball sport, played with two teams of five. As well as being competitive it also provides the opportunity to improve paddling skills and boat handling. The sessions will take place at the Holyhead leisure centre and are being supported by the National Governing body, Canoe Wales.

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12,13 DECEMBER 2009
Beacon Climbing Wall, nr Caernarfon
The Climbing Wall Award is specifically designed for supervisors responsible for groups at indoor and outdoor climbing walls. The course will also include the abseil module for supervisors who want to run group abseiling sessions. The award covers techniques such as group supervision, equipment suitability, safety and coaching movement skills.

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Closing Date: 19 November 2009
Salary: 8.89 per hour (casual post)
Gwynedd County Council is currently recruiting four National Cycle Training Instructors to introduce and deliver level one and two National Standard cycle training in Gwynedd Schools. If you are interested in applying for these posts click on the link to find out more.

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Over the half term holidays, 24 Anglesey youngsters were given the opportunity to attend paddlesport taster sessions. The youngsters are now on their way to obtaining their BCU paddlepower passport accreditation. The Activities, organised by the Outdoor Partnership and funded by the Environment Agency 'Splash' grant and The Sports Council for Wales Free Swim initiative, have spurred a number of young people to join the Cybi Kayakers Kayaking club in Holyhead. The final day saw a group of 10 youngster being guided down the Afon Llugwy at Capel Curig.

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CLOSING DATE: 7 DECEMBER 2009
Every year Plas y Brenin recruits 8 volunteers to assist with duties around the Centre. In exchange volunteers receive accommodation, training, 60 pounds per week and get a full grounding in life at an outdoor centre. This assists them to develop as outdoor instructors and provides instructional work experience in the latter months of the scheme.

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SATURDAY 14th NOVEMEBER 2009.
Plas Menai hosts a number of these days each year, so if you would like to discover more about training and working in the industry why not come along. During the day you will be given a tour of the National Water-sports Centre and its facilities and the opportunity to meet up with the instructors where you will be able to discuss your training needs. The day will also include an activity session.

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The Sports Council for Wales Development Grant is available to fund projects that develop sport and physical activity in the community. It is open to any group as long as they have a written constitution and hold a bank account in the organization's name.

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Club Open Training provides the opportunity for young sailors who wish to continue with their sport during the winter months. The activity is based around RYA Race Training syllabus, giving these sailors the opportunity to develop their racing/sailing skills and potentially move forward into Regional/ Welsh/ GBR Squads.

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The Outdoor Partnership has recently secured discounts in a number of local outdoor retail stores for clubs and individual members of the Outdoor Partnership. All you need to do is present a valid membership card and you will get a discount in participating stores.

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If you like the idea of climbing with like minded women in a friendly environment maybe Clwb Dringo Rock Chicks is the Club for you. The club was set up with support and funding from the Outdoor Partnership in 2008 and is also supported by Plas y Brenin and is a BMC affiliated club.

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UPDATE FROM ANTUR STINIOG
With the 4.5M 'Blaenau Ymlaen' regeneration scheme announced last week these are exciting times for Blaenau Ffestiniog with another exciting project about to be unveiled. A 2 year development process for developing an ambitious and exciting series of mountain bike trails in and around Blaenau Ffestiniog will reach an important phase this month as local opinion is sought before plans are submitted to planning for a key aspect of the whole development.

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Funding has been secured through the Active Workplace scheme to provide three introductory climbing sessions for Anglesey County Council staff. The Active workplace fund is a Welsh Assembly Government & Sport Council for Wales project providing businesses, private, public and voluntary the opportunity to apply for funding. It allows employers to invest in their employees health by encouraging them to engage in physical activity 5 x 30 minutes per week.

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5th and 6th DECEMBER 2009
Conway Centre, Llanfairpwll, Anglesey
A practical 2 day course suitable for Teachers, Outdoor Instructors, climbers and canoeists alike. It is recognised as the minimum qualification for MLTUK, ML summer and winter awards, Single Pitch Supervisors Award, RYA, BCU, BASI, ASSI, BOF an by most other National Governing Bodies.

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SUNDAY 25 OCTOBER 2009
This mock assessment is being organised by the Outdoor Partnership. It will provide those already Mountain Leader trained with an opportunity to gain further experience and to prepare for their Assessment.

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Nik Royale is in the final stages of a training process, supported by the Outdoor Partnership, which will allow him to instruct at indoor climbing centres. The 36 year-old, who lives near Llanberis, Gwynedd, has a progressive form of cerebral palsy and needs to use a wheelchair at times. If successful, he hopes to set up disabled rock climbing clubs to break down the barriers.

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SATURDAY 17 and SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER 2009
Beacon Climbing Centre
This 2 day training course covers the skills and leadership qualities needed to introduce and supervise novice climbers on typical top roping and bouldering climbing walls.

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First weeks in a new job are always a bit daunting but when you're given a nice shiny new climbing wall as part of your fist task, things don't look so bad. Taster sessions have been run very successfully with two major local schools sending upwards of 300 children to have a go at climbing before the end of the last summer term.

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Salary: 34,661 + travel and subsistence costs (2 days per week)
The Sports Council for Wales is a key deliverer of the Welsh Assembly Government’s strategies for sport and physical activity across Wales. Now you have the chance to lead its future direction. The appointment will commence in February 2010.

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MONDAY 28th SEPTEMBER 2009
7-10pm, meet at the bar in Plas y Brenin.
Interested in becoming a Mountain Leader? Need to brush up on your night navigation skills? Look no further! Places are limited therefore first come first served! Priority will be given to members attending their ML Assessment this year.

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WEDNESDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 2009
Interested in becoming a Mountain Leader? The Outdoor Partnership is organising a training day for those wishing to refresh their ropework skills and safety on steep ground. Places are limited therefore first come first served! Priority will given to members attending their ML Assessment this year.

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Monday 7 September 2009 Young People on Anglesey enjoy a free Kayak taster sessions. As part of the Sports Council for Wales free swim initiative free kayaking taster sessions were held this Summer on Anglesey.

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Before the summer break, S4C visited The Anglesey Adventure Club to film one of the regular Friday evening sessions as part of the 'Bro' series on life in Llanfairpwll. A few club members helped Iolo get to grips with the Indi wall. The edition was aired on the 19th August and can still be viewed on the S4C website.

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Salary: 22 – 25k (full time)
Welsh Cycling is recruiting a Performance Development Mountain Bike Coach responsible for Talent Identification and development of our coaching and competition structure in this Olympic discipline.The closing date for applications is 1 October 2009. Application forms received after this date will not be considered. Interviews will be held in November or early December 2009.

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The Mentro Allan project on Anglesey is offering young women who are interested in sailing, canoeing or windsurfing a five week beginners course at Plas Menai National Water Sports Centre, Caernarfon.

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Tuesday 8 September 2009 Snowdonia-Active has recently released a DVD titled Groups in Gorges. It highlights why Wales' wooded gorges and ravines are extremely important wildlife habitats and the need for recreational users to tread lightly.

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Cash 4 Clubs, which provides small grants to community sports clubs throughout the UK, are inviting applications from grass-roots sports organisations who wish to apply for grants of up to 1,000 to improve facilities, purchase new equipment, pay for coaching or develop the club's sustainability in one way or another.

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26th and 27th SEPTEMBER 2009 in Pwllheli.
This is the final indicator event for the Welsh National Squad, Welsh Yachting Association Regional Squads and Winter Invitational Windsurfer Training. In addition there will be a Onboard Club Regatta fleet with training, coach supported racing & social activities. There will be racing in Optimists ( inc Optibats), Toppers, a Handicap fleet, and Windsurfers (we don’t mind what board you bring, just as long as it has a dagger board).

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The Millennium Stadium Charitable Trust Grant Scheme recently awarded the Outdoor Partnership ten thousand pounds towards training and mentoring local volunteer leaders. The grant will go towards providing Mountain Leader and Climbing Wall awards, mountain biking courses, Rescue and Emergency Aid courses and Sports Coach UK workshops over the next twelve months.

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6 SEPTEMBER 2009
The NWWOP are organising a day out with a Snowdonia National Park Warden looking at access and conservation issues on the 6th of September 2009. If you're contemplating a Mountain Leader Training or Assessment course or simply want to develop your knowledge of access and conservation, then this day out provides an ideal opportunity to learn more and ask plenty of questions.

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Over the last three and a half years the Outdoor Partnership has been working to create an environment for people in North Wales to both enjoy our amazing natural resources and develop skills and expertise in a number of recreational outdoor sporting activities. The report highlights our achievements as well as some of the challenges we've faced and our future plans!

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WEDNESDAY 23 SEPTEMBER 2009
6.30-9.30pm at Plas y Brenin
Protect yourself and the young people you are working with by understanding and following good coaching practice. This workshop is FREE for anyone working with children and young people in the outdoors.

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12 - 13 SEPTEMBER 2009
Before attending the assessment course, candidates must have attained a training course, be able to lead severe grade climbs and hold a valid First Aid Course. The assessment takes place over two days and follows the Single Pitch Award syllabus. This is mainly a practical assessment with some theory sessions in the evening. The aim is to create an environment of assessment in which candidates can show their best. Candidates are advised to prepare fully and refer to the SPA Handbook so that they can gain most benefit from the weekend. A formal review and individual results are given on the final afternoon.

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3 - 7 OCTOBER 2009
For Welsh speakers who have completed their ML Summer Training this is an opportunity to undertake their assessment through the medium of Welsh. This intensive course will look at all aspects of leading groups in the hills and includes a three day expedition.

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26 -27 SEPTEMBER, 10 - 11 OCTOBER, 31 OCTOBER - 1 NOVEMBER and 21 - 22 NOVEMBER 2009.
Teaching all the skills required to safely lead and explore the mountains in the Summer, this modular programme enables those who cannot take time off during the week to undertake their ML Summer Training in four weekend sessions. For further information please contact your local Outdoor Activity Development Officers or to book a place please contact the Senior Project Officer, Tracey Evans.

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7, 8, 28 and 29 NOVEMBER 2009.
This course is run over 2 weekends and develops the foundation coaching skills taught at Level 1 and will underpin future coaching behaviour and practice. You will need to have your 3star Award and FSRT prior to attending.

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CLOSING DATE - 12 noon 28 JULY 2009
Active & Creative Lifestyles are looking to appoint an energetic individual to work in delivering a comprehensive programme of outdoor activity to meet the targets of the North West Wales Outdoor Partnership Strategy and Conwy County Borough Council. You will have previous experience of working with community groups, council departments and relevant external agencies, and have experience of managing programmes. The ability to speak English and Welsh is essential.

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JULY and AUGUST 2009
The outdoor activity programme offers young people living in Anglesey an opportunity to participate in a number of outdoors recreational activities. Spaces are limited and must be booked in advanced.

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20 JULY - 11 AUGUST 2009
Full and half day activities full of fun and adventure for children, young people and families. Activities include introduction to climbing, gorge walking and high ropes, introduction to canoeing/ kayaking, half day tree top session, 2 day climbing development course, 2 day canoe development course, sea level traverse, mine exploration day.

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SUNDAY 2 AND MONDAY 3 AUGUST 2009
A range of activities ranging from cycling and running to story telling aimed at celebrating the rich and varied character of the Vale of Ffestininog. The day begins with the official launch and opening of the Sied Awyr Agored at Cae Peips, a project developed and supported by the Outdoor Partnership, the Snowdonia National Park, First Hydro, the Sports Council for Wales and Ysgol y Moelwyn.

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19 AND 20 SEPTEMBER 2009 - Conway Centre- 9.00-4.30pm
A practical two day course designed for people who work in the outdoors or who use the outdoors for pleasure. The course is suitable for Teachers, Outdoor Instructors, Climbers and Canoeists alike. It is recognised as the minimum qualification for MLTUK, ML Summer and Winter Awards, Single Pitch Supervisors Award, RYA, BCU, BASI, ASSI, BOF, and by most other Governing Bodies

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JULY and AUGUST 2009
The Mentro Allan Project is aimed at young women from the ages of 16 to 30, giving opportunities to participate in outdoor activities in your area for free. These include climbing, walking, kayaking, running,horse riding and other various activities.

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SATURDAY 26 AND SUNDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 2009
A DofE Adventure Challenge is an adventurous journey which could completely change your outlook on life. Like participants in the DofE, you will be part of a team facing physical and mental challenges and experiencing things you will remember forever.

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SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 1 AND 2 AUGUST 2009
This mock assessment is being organised by the Outdoor Partnership and will be delivered by the Partnership's Mentors. It will provide those already SPA trained with an opportunity to gain further experience and to prepare for their SPA Assessment.

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26-27 SEPTEMBER 2009 And 10-11 OCTOBER 2009.
What is the new Level 1 award? This is the first step on the paddlesport coaching pathway. It will introduce you to the fundamentals of good coaching practice and helps you to understand and coach technical and tactical aspects of your sport. CLOSING DATE for bookings 19 AUGUST 2009!

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SATURDAY AND SUNDAY 1-2 AUGUST 2009.
A combined canoe and kayak skills test that acts as an encouragement award and is the pre-requisite for the BCU level 1 and 2 certificates in coaching paddlesport. This is an ideal opportunity for those wishing to complete their BCU Level 1 Coaching Award later this year.

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Thursday 2nd July 2009 5.45-9pm.

Activities start at 6pm. Come and have a go at... Dinghy Sailing; Catamarans; Open boats; Keelboats; Windsurfing; Sit on tops.

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Senior Marketing Officer - up to 27,000 per annum (Ref: SUS015)
Arts & Marketing Officer - up to 24,000 per annum (Ref: SUS016)
Project Officer, NCN - up to 24,000 per annum (Ref: SUS017)
Project Officer, NCN - up to 24,000 per annum (Ref: SUS018)
All posts are 37.5 hours per week, three year contract and based in Cardiff (maybe negotiable).

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Sunday 5th July at 8am and will start and finish at Pensarn car park
The bike ride offers two circular routes, the first a 15 mile family friendly ride from Pensarn, through Colwyn Bay to Rhos on Sea along a designated cycle path, then returning along the same route. The second more challenging 30 mile route continues from Rhos On Sea to Llandudno, around the Great Orme and back to Pensarn.

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Starting salary: Part time (0.6) £12,000
This post requires a highly-motivated, well-organised, dynamic and enthusiastic individual who can use their initiative to develop the Association. The successful applicant will have a positive and open-minded approach to the job. The post holder will work within the customer services team in Siabod Cottage which is also the base for Mountain Leader Training England and Wales (MLTE and MLTW).

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MAY DAY HOLIDAY MONDAY 4 MAY 2009 at LLYN BRENIG SAILING CLUB!
Well here's your chance! Our club invites you to come along and try your hand at sailing a variety of dinghies on the beautiful waters of Llyn Brenig. Sail in a variety of boats, (weather dependant ) free of charge (buoyancy aids provided), chat with our members, inexpensive snacks & hot drinks available.

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Saturday, May 23rd at 11.00 am and opened by Radio and TV Presenter Hywel Gwynfryn. Following the official launch at the Joiner's Arms, Malltraeth at 1.00 pm there will be a series of charity walks with distances of 2, 4 and 10 miles through Newborough Forest and an opportunity to cycle, also for charity, the new off road cycle way from Malltraeth to Llangefni for individuals and team participation.

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21, 22, 23 July 2009 (school years 3, 4, 5, 6)
Cost £95 per person (everything included)
A unique opportunity to stay at Glan-llyn and receive high level coaching in fishing. During your stay you will develop you fishing skills, camp, learn bush craft as well as learn about wild food in the area and wild cooking. You will also take part other adventurous activities at the centre to include high ropes, canoeing, raft building and climbing.

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Last Tuesday (7th April 2009) saw Alun Ffred Jones AM (Heritage Minister) officially open Llwybr Haearn Mountain Biking Skills track at Nant Bwlch yr Haearn Outdoor Education Centre. This cutting edge track was made possible thanks to generous funding from the Welsh Assembly Government through the Sports Council for Wales and is already making a positive difference to local participation levels in this healthy and exciting sport.

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Anglesey sailor Bleddyn Mon has been crowned RYA Volvo Youth National Championships after he won the 29er crown on the West Coast of Scotland. Mon who has twice won the 29er class National title as well as winning Youth silver at the 2008 29er Worlds in Australia, went into last week’s Championships in Largs desperate to go one better than the Youth Nationals silver he claimed with former crew Tom Humphreys in Pwllheli last year.

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Location: Gwersyll yr Urdd, Glan-Llyn
Salary: 21,376 - 24,781
(The above is an advertisement for vacancies within Urdd Gobaith Cymru, Wales' leading youth organisation, for which the ability to speak Welsh and English is essential).

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2nd, 3rd and 4th of May 2009
Explore and enjoy our village! After your walk we invite you to stay in our village and enjoy the refreshments in our Cafe/Shop, Tea Room, Riverside Chocolate House, a choice of pubs and restaurants or bring your own and use the Picnic Area. We also offer a choice of touring caravan parks, campsites and a number of Bed & Breakfast places.

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Organised by Conwy Countryside Service
Do you enjoy getting out in the countryside, want to get a bit of exercise and fresh air, would you like to meet some new people and visit some different places? If so there will be something in Conwy's Walking Week for you.

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EVERY SATURDAY STARTING FROM THE 4th April to 6th of June 2009 (10 sessions)
Beginners to Advanced. Everybody Welcome! 11 to 18 yrs of age. Saturday 9.30am to12.30pm. Plas Menai provides all necessary clothing and equipment, so why not give this exhilarating sport a try!

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The Outdoor Partnership's new Coach Education Programme for 2009 is now available for volunteer leaders. The programme includes National Governing Body courses, proficiency awards, mentor support, first aid courses and Sports Coach UK workshops.

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This job helps to sustain Wales' natural heritage so that everyone can enjoy it and benefit from it. You will do this by helping to manage special sites.
POST: Four Seasonal Assistant Reserve Managers
POST NOs: 000653-000655, 000671
LOCATION: Newborough, Coedydd Aber, Cader Idris (Ystradlyn), Llanfair (Harlech)

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Every Monday Evening at Ty Croes Race Track, Anglesey.
6pm until 7pm for children under 11; 6pm until 8pm for over 11's and adults. Cost is 2 pounds or one pound for under 16's. Bring your bike and helmet! For more information contact Dewi Jones on 07733 121585. Provided by Welsh Cycling and Energy Cycles.

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During the May Half Term the Outdoor Partnership has organised a week of Adventure activities for the residents of Anglesey. The Anglesey Adventure Week is five days of Outdoor Activities aimed at promoting outdoor recreation and the wonderful natural resources available on Anglesey. The week will include activities such as canoeing, climbing and coasteering and are free of charge.

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Date: Thursday 30th April 2009
Location: Beacon Climbing Centre
Time: 9:30am to 4:30pm
Priority will be given to Outdoor Partnership and Disability Sport Wales Scheme members. The workshop aims to develop your disability awareness and gain technical skills to support disabled people into climbing activities.

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Fishing Taster Day, Saturday 23rd May, 10am to 4pm.
Where: Llyn Edna, Llanerchymedd
The session is FREE to Mentro Allan participants. The Mentro Allan project is aimed at young women from the ages of 16 to 30.

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Up to 25,000 per annum
37.5 hours per week based in Conwy
Sustrans, the UKs leading sustainable transport charity which promotes the National Cycle Network and other exciting initiatives is seeking to fill the above vacancy. The main responsibilities of this role will include the promotion of cycling to school at selected primary and secondary schools, supporting 'school champions' at other local schools and making links between schools and the bicycle industry.

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A further twenty five thousand pounds for 2009!
The Outdoor Partnership recently received a grant of twenty five thousand pounds from the Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA) to support volunteer leaders in 2009. The funding will go towards National Governing Body courses, proficiency awards, mentor support, first aid courses and Sports Coach UK workshops.

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SALARY: 17,937.00 per annum
CLUBS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WALES are inviting applications for a Full-Time OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES DEVELOPMENT OFFICER to establish alternative outdoor active opportunities for young people throughout Wales, with a primary focus on south east Wales.

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SALARY: 24,643 - 26,666
Flintshire County Council's Youth Service is seeking to appoint a dynamic and innovative Youth Worker to further develop and support the successful Duke of Edinburghs Award Scheme across the County. Working with schools, Youth Service settings and a range of partner agencies, the post holder will drive forward this popular programme. An effective communicator, you will have excellent organisational skills and substantial experience of procedures relating to outdoor and adventurous activities. A detailed knowledge of the current Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme and its operating procedures will be essential to the success of this post.

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Now in its fourth year, the SkillsActive and Nancy Ovens Bursary is for paid and un-paid individuals working within the sport, fitness, playwork, outdoors and caravan sectors who wish to improve their skills through an innovative training programme, one which is perhaps outside the scope of regular training.

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How would you like to win two tickets to the Outdoor Show at the Birmingham NEC on the 27, 28 and 29 of March. The show is sponsored by the Ordnance survey and includes the skymasters climbing competition, kayak pools, mountain bike arena and guest speakers such as Sir Ranulph Fiennes and Doug Scott.

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Following the success of last years Outdoor Adventure holiday programme, this year we're focusing on further developing our courses to enable children and young people and families to develop their skills in a range of outdoor activities. Activities include Climbing & Abseiling, Introduction and improvers; Canoe and kayak, Introduction and Improvers courses; Mountain Biking, Llwybr Haearn skills course; Orienteering, Introduction and improvers; Mining, Introduction; Gorge Walking, ½ day sessions; Ski and Snowboard ½ day sessions; High Rope course, ½ day sessions.

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In a combined effort to increase outdoor activity opportunities for primary school children, school playgrounds are changing!! High quality mentoring will be provided for teachers utilising the NEW Outdoor Learning Cards – increasing their confidence and competence to deliver OAA within the curriculum; up to 50% funding will be provided to support bouldering walls in each school within the county over the next 2 years and community based multi activity outdoor adventure clubs will be developed in each school cluster to create links with activity specific clubs within the area and much more...

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On the 28th of March 2009!
Conwy Youth Service in partnership with Conwy Outdoor Partnership are preparing to challenge their fear of heights, by abseiling 100ft to raise money for their activity programmes for 2009. In order for the young people to see the value of activity programmes provided within the county, and to support the cost of their activity programme, the young people taking part will have to raise their own sponsorship for the day.

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6th APRIL 2009 - PLAS Y BRENIN
The Outdoor Partnership with Menter Iaith Conwy and the Snowdonia National Park are organising an evenings entertainment with Dewi Pws for the 6th April 2009 at Plas y Brenin. Dewi Pws, is one of Wales funniest actors; explorer; comedian; singer; Adventurer; There’s nothing much Dewi Pws hasn't accomplished during his colourful life.

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NEW Climbing Wall Leaders on Anglesey
Three members of the Anglesey Adventure Club have recently passed the Climbing Wall Award assessment at the Beacon Climbing Centre. Gwenno Wyn, Gethin Thomas and Chris Evans were successful and are now able to lead groups on artificial walls. Chris deserves a special mention as one of the first members of the Club to gain a National Governing Body Award.

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All Boats Sold as Seen - Surf-Lines Shop
Ex Demo Kayaks, Surf-Lines Adventures Ltd. Unit 2, Y Glyn, Llanberis, Gwynedd. LL55 4EL. t-01286 879001 e- shop@surf-lines.co.uk www.surf-lines.co.uk.
First come first served!!

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The North Wales Outdoor Partnership has received a grant of £5000 to train volunteer leaders from the lottery-funded grants programme 'Awards for All Wales'. Over the last 3 years, the Outdoor Partnership has set up 28 NEW community outdoor clubs ranging from mountain biking, climbing, canoeing, sea kayaking, hill walking, street orienteering, to multi activity clubs. Last year the Partnership received £5000 from Awards for All to train 49 volunteer leaders within these clubs. The community clubs currently have over 1700 members and cater for juniors, adults and families.

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Clwb Antur y Borth is the latest outdoor club to receive capital funding from the Sports Council for Wales, administered by the Outdoor Partnership. The club, supported by the Outdoor Partnership, will purchase new climbing equipment for its members.

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Over the half term break the Plas Cybi Partnership in Holyhead ran a day of Cycling activities for the young people of Holyhead. The day was ran in conjunction with the Councils road safety team, who organised cycling road safety skills and the Outdoor Partnership, who introduced the young people to basic mountain bike skills. It is hoped that cycling activities will continue with a bike maintenance course in the future.

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The Second Valley Girl Guides are currently running an introduction to kayaking course for their members through local Kayak instructor Andy Short. The guides were successful in their application to the Sports Council for Wales for a Community Chest grant to help pay for the sessions, which include six pool sessions and 2 outdoor sessions in the Holyhead area. The Group is aiming to offer more varied opportunities for girls in the area and to attract more members.

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Horse Riding Taster Session - Sunday 22nd February
And 5 week course starting 1st March 2009
10.45am to 12pm
At the Isle of Anglesey Riding Centre, Tal-Y-Foel, Dwyran. The session is FREE to Mentro Allan participants. The Mentro Allan project is aimed at young women from the ages of 16 to 30.

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February 14-22
Dry ski slope sessions, tree top adventures, introduction to climbing for children, introduction to orienteering for children, introduction to rock climbing, introduction to kayaking and canoeing, family adventure day, women and girls mountain biking sessions, orienteering event for families. Full and half day activities for children, young people and families.

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Many organisations, schools (primary and secondary), colleges and climbing clubs have shown an interest in using NICAS for their students and club members as a way of introducing individuals to climbing and also to develop their skills in a structured and methodical way. NICAS can be introduced to individuals as a part of their education within a school or college environment or purely as a way of quantifying their development within a climbing context.

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Anglesey now has its first primary school based after school climbing and adventure club. Clwb Antur Ysgol y Borth is an after school climbing club set up by some keen teachers and parents, and is currently offering introductory climbing sessions at Maes Glas Climbing wall, with further development sessions at the Indi.......

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Salary £23160 pro-rata
1st March - 30 November 2009
Plas Menai National Watersports Centre based on the Menai Strait in North Wales, organises and runs a wide range of watersports programmes including sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, powerboating, teambuilding and offshore cruising. A vacancy has arisen for a Yachtmaster Instructor to join the dedicated staff team here at Plas Menai. Ideally the candidate will also be able to run shore-based theory courses.

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SkillsActive is conducting an online survey of the outdoor sector and wants to hear from organisations or businesses involved with activity provision.

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Prestatyn Climbing Club, held the 1st youth indoor Bouldering competition on December 14th at their wall in Prestatyn Leisure Centre. There was fantastic representation from both Dyffryn Conwy Leisure Centre and Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre Club members. This was a chance for them to climb and compete with other ‘likeminded climbers’ from the area, following a long winter of training on club nights.

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A NUMBER of sporting achievers who have shone on the World and European stage this year, were among the winners when the 2008 Conwy Borough Sports awards were announced at Venue Cymru in Llandudno on Friday 14th Nov.

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From February through to April 2009
Youngsters with any disability from Anglesey will have the chance to participate in Outdoor Activities for free. The sessions will vary form full days to morning or evening sessions and will include activities such as climbing development, orienteering, and the famous high ropes course.

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January through until March Conwy will be putting on a series of Mountain Biking development course in partnership with 1Bike1 (Snowdonia Cycle Hire and Training). These development courses are aimed at both young people and adults alike. Three weekend dates have been set to develop your skills in mountain biking, so whether you're an interested beginner to the sport or want hints and tips for progression and coaching tips, there's something for everyone!

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Following a re-structure to current leisure centre climbing programmes both Dyffryn Conwy and Llandudno Junction Leisure Centres are currently taking names for courses in Jan 09 for both Family and Children's climbing programmes (Minimum of 6 for each course).

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Starting Thursday 15th January 2009 - 6pm to 8pm
Indi Climbing Wall, Llanfairpwll
The Club is FREE to Mentro Allan participants. The Mentro Allan project is aimed at young women from the ages of 16 to 30 living on Anglesey.

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We have some autumn boat offers that your club members may be interested in. Club members will get 15 percent off the following boats - Pyranha Z:one Orange and grey M x1 649.00 = 551.65. Pyranha Z:one Blue and white M x1 649.00 =551.65. Pyranha Karnali yellow and orange L x1 649.00 =551.65. Pyranha Burn Lime and yellow M x1 889.00 =755.65. Liquidlogic Jeffe White 799.95 =679.95. And many more offers...

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The report features some of our key successes during the third year of operation through a series of case studies and highlights some of the challenges for the Partnership entering the 2nd phase (2009-2012).

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The latest version of the Outdoor Clubs' Booklet is now available as a hard copy or to download. The 2009 booklet features 15 new clubs and has updated details of all our outdoor activity clubs in North West Wales.

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Have you led a youth group/school expedition before? Have you travelled through developing world countries? Do you want to help develop young Welsh minds in the art of responsible environmental travelling? Do you want to help young Welsh travellers see the world and learn about the world through the medium of Welsh?

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Beaumaris leisure centre hosted the 2008 Anglesey sports award on the 26th of November. The night's special guest was Bethesda born Climber Ioan Doyle, who after an impressive video of his recent exploits talked about his experiences growing up in Snowdonia and learning to climb.

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COURSES RUNNING IN 2009
Cycle Training Wales provide an OCN (Open College Network) accredited Off Road Support Rider qualification which is designed for people who would like to take groups out on traffic free routes. The course is particularly suitable for community groups, teachers and youth leaders with an interest in cycling and leading groups on easy cycle rides.

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Indoor kayaking taster course for 6 weeks at Holyhead Leisure Centre. The course is FREE to Mentro Allan participants. The Mentro Allan project is aimed at young women from the ages of 16 to 30.

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The Outdoor Partnership recently received a SPLASH grant of 23K, a new water recreation challenge fund for Wales. The first year's funding will go towards building permenant watersports storage and purchasing water based equipment for community access in the Porthmadog area.

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Flintshire County Council will shortly be advertising for an Outdoor Activities Development Officer to develop outdoor activities in the county. For a job description and person specification or an informal discussion regarding this post contact Sian Williams, Sports Development Department at Flintshire Council.

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14 November 2008 / 28 May 2009
Maes Glas, Bangor / Glan Wnion Leisure Centre, Dolgellau (6.00-9.00pm)
Cost of the workshop is 10 pound per person which includes a resource pack and refreshments. For further information on the workshop or to book your place contact Marcus Politis, Disability Sport Development Officer on 01758 704 109.

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2 March 2009
Glaslyn Leisure Centre, Porthmadog (6.00-9.00pm)
Cost of the workshop is 10 pound per person which includes a resource pack and refreshments. For further information on the workshop or to book your place contact Marcus Politis, Disability Sport Development Officer on 01758 704 109. n Leisure Centre, Porthmadog (6.00-9.00pm)

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Courses and clinics for 2009
A full range of paddling clinics and BCU awards available in 2009. In addition the following will also be taking place; development weekends, coach update weekends, symposiums, festivals and gatherings, clinics specific to your club’s training needs, coach mentoring sessions and Mock Assessments!

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1st November 2008
The Outdoor Partnership in Conwy and local outdoor clubs will be hosting a series of children and young people's taster sessions in mountain biking, indoor climbing and orienteering and will take place at Dyffryn Conwy Leisure Centre on Saturday 1st November. The event will coincide with Llanast Llanrwst, a series of cultural and social events in the town during 2008.

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Closing date for next round of applications is MONDAY 24th NOVEMBER 2008!
Clwb Padlo Blaeanau is the latest club to benefit from funding from the The North West Wales Outdoor Partnership (NWWOP), through the Sports Council for Wales. There is up to £5000 of capital funding available for new and existing NWWOP clubs!

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Earn up to £16,000
Flights, hotel accommodation and insurances included. Subsistence allowance of up to £1800, travel expenses to UK Airport. Call today and get an extra £175 late notice fee*. Start date 1st November Call Deborah Clarke on 01286 871 888 for further information * Subject to being contracted

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Over half term pupils from Holyhead High school and Ysgol David Hughes in Menai Bridge will be getting the chance to develop their climbing skills and other adventurous activities in conjunction with the Outdoor Partnership and 5x60 schemes running in these schools. The schools will get the chance to spend two adventurous days at the Conway Centre on the Menai Straits.

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START DATE: 25 OCTOBER 2008
Saturday the 25th October, will see the launch of new climbing opportunities for women, in partnership with Plas y Brenin, National Mountaineering Centre. This will be the 2nd Women’s climbing development course, following the successful programme run last year. As well as specific development courses the Outdoor Partnership have a range of courses specifically designed to encourage female participation from taster outdoor activities courses in canoeing, climbing, skiing and snowboarding, caving and mountain biking to training courses and mother and daughter introduction activity days.

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15 & 16 NOVEMBER 2008
THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL. WE WILL BE RUNNING FURTHER REC COURSES IN 2009 (Subject to funding)
Conway Centre, Llanfairpwll, Anglesey
A practical 2 day course suitable for Teachers, Outdoor Instructors, climbers and canoeists alike. It is recognised as the minimum qualification for MLTUK, ML summer and winter awards, Single Pitch Supervisors Award, RYA, BCU, BASI, ASSI, BOF an by most other National Governing Bodies.

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6th and 7th DECEMBER 2008 - PLAS Y BRENIN
1 PLACE LEFT!
This new 2 day training course covers the skills and leadership qualities needed to introduce and supervise novice climbers on typical top roping and bouldering climbing walls. This Award will appeal to teachers, youth leaders, DofE supervisers and club volunteers.

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This is an amazing opportunity for you! If you are between 12 and 24 years old you can become involved in this superb project in Snowdonia, which you'll love!

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Saturday 27th of September saw 45 children and young people limbering up to take part in the Beacon Back to School Bouldering Competition. The centre, buzzing with energy and a healthy mix of support and competitiveness, played host to both local children and young people as well as those from further a field.

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27-31 OCTOBER 2008
Do you live in Conwy and fancy an adventure over the half term holidays? If so, there are day trips to Nant B H organised for young people ages 11 - 15years. Activities include High Ropes and Gorge Walking. Spaces are limited to 15 and are on a first come first served basis, early booking is advised!

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Sunday 26th - Friday 31st October 2008
Do you want to help others experience the great outdoors?
Ogwen Cottage Outdoor Pursuits Centre are offering North Wales teachers and residents the opportunity to gain the nationally recognised Mountain Leader Training course. Cost - £250 - This is a subsidised rate for North Wales Residents.Training candidates learn a full range of navigation and leadership skills, and the techniques for safety and security on steep ground.

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18th and 19th OCTOBER 2008
Interested in becoming a Mountain Leader or simply want to develop your navigation skills? This practical weekend course provides an ideal opportunity to learn new skills and refine your technique. You will cover all aspects of navigation leaving you capable of finding your way confidently, day or night and in bad weather. Early booking is advised!

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The North West Wales Outdoor Partnership and Anglesey County Council Sports Development Unit will be launching its new Outdoor equipment store based at Plas Arthur Leisure Centre, Llangefni. Through a Sports Council for Wales active capital lifestyle fund the county has been able to develop an equipment store based at Plas Arthur Leisure Centre which will cater for the needs of groups, clubs, schools, youth clubs, organisations and agencies.

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CLOSING DATE: 08/10/08
Sandwell Residential Educational Service is recruiting for an instructor/stores person based at Plas Gwynant Outdoor Education Centre in Nant Gwynant, Snowdonia. 0.8 FTE Instructor Level 2/Storesperson 2 year fixed term (Start 5th Jan 2009) £18629 - £22145 pro rata

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Saturday 18th October 2008
Ages 8-12 years 9.00am - 1.00pm Ages 13-18years 1.00pm - 5.30pm. Meet at the Conway Centre, Llanfairpwll, LL61 6DJ. One parent/carer must stay in attendance. Cost £5 per person, places must be booked in advance.

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SATURDAY 20th SEPTEMBER 2008
A day of fun for all the family. The aim of the day is to provide people with the chance of experiencing the natural beauty of the coastline from a different perspective, whilst also having some great fun getting pretty wet. The day will be led by professional instructors from Plas Menai National Watersports Centre.

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SATURDAY 20th SEPTEMBER 2008
Come and try it sessions for FREE from 10am at Penmaenpool, National Park car park, nr Dolgellau. Also taking place is a Quadathlon Challenge (bike, boat, run and swim) and paddling demo's by local clubs and paddlers.

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Clwb Antur Glaslyn has recently secured a £1,000 Sports Council for Wales Community Chest grant to purchase climbing equipment for their new climbing section. The aim is to create a link with Ysgol Eifionydd and make use of the newly built climbing wall at the school.

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Autumn term 2008
Outdoor Education training and awareness days will be held at Gwynedd's Rhyd Ddu Outdoor Centre during the autumn term. The training will be made available to Gwynedd and Anglesey primary and secondary schools to give teachers the basic skills and knowledge to cover some of the requirements of the new curriculum.

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Over the last two years the club has organised a number of activities, from Trailquest competitions, to skills development sessions, bike maintenance sessions and women only rides. Club members also spent five days riding off-road from Conwy to Swansea to raise money for St Davids Hospice and North Wales Air Ambulance.

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BEDDGELERT FOREST - 27 SEPTEMBER 2008
A DAY OF FUN ON A MOUNTAIN BIKE
A day of activities in a beautiful location for families and beginners to develop mountain biking skills. Bikes will be available to hire from Beddgelert Bikes, there will also be camping available in the forest.

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If so, then iTry is for you!
We have brought together a selection of some of the best adventure companies in North Wales. A single phone call guarantees you access to some of the most exciting adventures around.

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Turn a passion into a career - 27 September 2008
Our preview days are designed to help you learn all about training and working in the watersports and yachting industries. Whether you are starting out, changing direction, taking a gap year or a career break, join us to learn more about gaining the internationally-recognised qualifications which allow you to work in these exciting and dynamic industries.

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Saturday 16th August, 2008
The North West Wales Outdoor Partnership and Disability Sport Wales are organising canoeing session for youngsters with disabilities. The activities will be taking place this summer for residents of North West Wales. Meeting at Glanllyn, Bala, ages 8 - 12, 9.30 - 13.00 / Ages 13 - 16, 13:30 - 5:00.

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August 23rd - 24th 2008 - Blaenau Ffestiniog
The weekend's activities include a walk to the lakes, climbing taster session, a day on the Moelwynion, fishing competition, nature and geology walk, kayaking/canoeing taster sessions with the paddling club, Clwb Padlo Blaenau, historical town walk.

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An awards presentation and orienteering event took place at Eirias Park Leisure Centre, Colwyn Bay on Friday 11th July 2008. SIX primary schools in north west Wales gave the thumbs up to a new Outdoor Award scheme, established by the North West Wales Outdoor Partnership, and will be offered to more children in the area next year.

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Anglesey County Council and the Outdoor Partnership are offering Outdoor Activity taster days for young people from Anglesey. The three day block of activities will be open to young people between the ages of 11 - 16. The taster days are free of charge, and include transport.

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A range of day and residential opportunities for families, youth and children available as part of Conwy's holiday adventure programme. Activities include mountain biking - 'Free Ride', climbing, abseiling, canoeing, kayaking, mine exploration, gorge walking, orienteering, horse riding, high ropes course, skiing and snowboarding and much much more.

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This week, the North West Wales Outdoor Partnership welcomed a new member to their team to assist with the implementation of the new NWWOP Strategy on Anglesey.

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On July 19th Menter Iaith Môn is offering the chance for four young people to try climbing for free for a day. The opportunity is open to young people over 16 who are Welsh speaking. No previous experience is necessary – the activity will be suitable for complete beginners and will happen under the supervision of a qualified and experienced instructor.

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Menter Iaith Môn, the language initiative, and the Outdoor Partnership intend to set up a Welsh medium outdoor activities club on Anglesey.

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Do you live in Gwynedd, are over 11 years of age and would you like to take part in some exiting outdoor adventure programmes over the summer holidays? If so, you may be interested in taking part in a range of day and week long programmes in climing, hillwalking, scrambling, abseiling, kayaking, canoeing, sea level traverse, raft, and multi activities.

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10 SEPTEMBER 2008 - PLAS Y BRENIN
Protect yourself and the young people you are working with by understanding and following good coaching practice. A 3 hour workshop to active leaders in the outdoors.

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FRIDAY 28 AUGUST 2009
As part of the on-going Mentor Support Workshops the Outdoor Partnership has arranged for a FSRT Preperation workshop to take place on . The course aims to provide the student with the key safety and rescue skills required to operate safely in a sheltered water environment and to be able to deal with common emergencies.These skills will then form the basis of all safety and rescue training throughout the BCU Scheme.

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1st OCTOBER 2008 - PLAS Y BRENIN- 6.30-9.30pm
Discover the needs and motivation of young performers. In this 3 hour workshop you will learn how to deliver effective coaching sessions to meet the level of skill, developmental stage and motivation of each young participant.

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WEDNESDAY 2 JULY 2008 - PLAS Y BRENIN - 6.30-9.30pm
Protect yourself and the young people you are working with by understanding and following good coaching practice. This workshop is FREE for anyone working with children and young people in the outdoors.

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Following a project to map out the school grounds of every school in Gwynedd to enable teachers to run basic Orienteering sessions for their pupils, there are a series of orienteering events taking plae during the summer term for every primary school in Gwynedd.

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The first Gwynedd Outdoor Clubs forum was held at the Glaslyn Leisure Centre in Porthmadog on Wednesday the 30th of April. There, representatives from 14 clubs discussed funding, insurance, operating procedures, and mentoring issues.

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The North West Wales Outdoor Partnership and Conwy County Borough Council Leisure Services will be launching its new Outdoor equipment storeroom based at Dyffryn Conwy Leisure Centre, Llanrwst. The outdoor equipment will cater for the needs of groups, outdoor clubs, schools, youth clubs, organisations and agencies wishing to access the ‘great outdoors.

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In a combined effort to increase outdoor activity opportunities for children and young people with disabilities, No Limits Outdoor adventure Club, is a ground breaking Outdoor Club, for the counties of Conwy, Gwynedd and Anglesey. Following a series of successful volunteer recruitment events across the 3 counties, the club is about to start on a Club Volunteer Mentoring scheme.

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Following the success of the Conwy Outdoor Adventure holiday programme, this summer promises to be an action packed Adventure holiday programme. This year we have developed our courses, to enable children and young people to develop their skills in a range of outdoor activities.

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Closing Date : 12 June 2008
Plas Menai National Watersports Centre, in partnership with the Royal Yachting Association, wish to appoint an OnBoard Community Development Officer to coordinate and develop the centre’s community activities and develop a major RYA initiative, called OnBoard within North Wales.

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The North West Wales Outdoor Partnership has recently received a £5000 grant from the lottery-funded grants programme Awards for All Wales to train volunteer leaders in outdoor clubs. The grant has provided training opportunities for 49 volunteer leaders within these clubs. The clubs currently have over 1100 junior and senior members.

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28-30th May 2008
One day Kayak Adventure Day, half day Gorge Walking Adventure and a Climbing Development Day at Nant Bwlch yr Haearn. Spaces are limited and its first come first served!

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CLOSING DATE 30th MAY 2008
The Conway Centre on Anglesey is one of the largest cross curricular residential education centres in the UK. We are now seeking Assistant Tutors of Outdoor Education.

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Tuesday, 13th May, will see the launch of NEW climbing opportunities at Plas y Brenin, for local people. Activities include adult development courses, National Governing Body volunteer training courses and Family introduction climbing courses.

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Blue Peris Mountain Centre
We are recruiting 2 assistant Instructors this year, to start on 1st September 2008 until August 1st 2009. Our assistant instructor scheme provides you with the opportunity to assist, work alongside instructors and possibly eventually lead a variety of outdoor activities.

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Would you like to work with young people with disabilities, in the outdoors? If so, No-Limits Climbing Club, based at Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre will be organising a number of volunteer recruitment days in the coming months.

8th May 2008-6.00-8.30pm-Climbing session-Llandudno Junction Leisure Centre
15th May 2008-6.00-8.30pm-Orienteering session at Newbrough Forest
20th May 2008-6.00-8.30pm-Canoeing session at Llyn Padarn

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FREE Club Development Planning Workshop at Plas y Brenin
CHANGE OF DATE - NOW 4th JUNE 2008
This 3 hour workshop covers all you need to know to produce an effective development plan for your club. Come and join us and meet other outdoor clubs in North West Wales.

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Skills days, * Awards, Canoe Safety days, Expedition Planning, Open Crossing Navigation, River Safety Day, Rolling Clinics, Coaching Clinics, and more...

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Outlook Community are very excited to offer the following courses, FREE OF CHARGE, to anyone who is currently working with Young People or Communities AND who is resident within the counties of Denbighshire, Conwy, Gwynedd, Anglesey or Rhondda Cynon Taff.

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Are you an experienced hill walker, mountaineer or rock climber who wants a nationally recognised Award to lead others? MLTW organises and administers Award Training Schemes that are widely recognised. Course Providers in Wales run hundreds of training and assessment courses each year.

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Peter Mayers, a Centre Assistant at Plas y Brenin, the National Mountaineering Centre, will shortly be working with a local group from Blaenau Ffestiniog to help them gain their Mountain Leader Award.

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During the Easter break, young people from Ysgol Sir Hugh Owen and Ysgol Brynrefail took part in a number of outdoor adventure activities at Llanrug Outdoor Centre.

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Do you live in the Barmouth / Dolgellau area? Would you be interested in helping to set up a NEW outdoor club for the area? There will be an public meeting at the Dragon Theatre in Barmouth on the 17th of April to discuss the possibility of setting up such a club.

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As we approach the end of our first three year period we intend to carry out a review of the project, to recognise the strengths and weaknesses of the current programme and to prioritise areas of development during the next 3-5 year phase.

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Provisional Date 9th April 2008 - Eirias Park Leisure Centre 9.00 am – 4.00pm
The qualification is available to anyone of 16 years of age and over; however those under 18 will only be able to work under the supervision of a suitably qualified (over 18 years old) coach/teacher

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26th April register from 9.30 am outside Eric’s Caff
Just turn up with secateurs, and/or a pruning saw, then climb a route and give it a trim for free access to:

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New Coach Education Leaflet Out Now!
The North West Wales Outdoor Partnership (NWWOP) will deliver a range of coaching courses in 2008 to train and develop new and existing coaches and leaders in local community outdoor clubs.

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An excellent opportunity exists for a well-qualified watersports instructor to work in one of the UK's premier watersports centres. Ideally you will be multi-qualified in activities such as sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and power boating.

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With only 5% of workers in the outdoor pursuits industry in north west Wales being able to speak Welsh a new programme is being launched to change this trend.

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"The outdoor activity sector is an important source of jobs for our area, and it is vital that our young people make the most of the opportunities available to them." Iwan Trefor Jones, Gwynedd Council's Strategic Development Director

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Glaslyn Adventure Club has recently received a capital grant of £5000 from the North West Wales Outdoor Partnership to purchase kayaking and canoe equipment for the club.

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In a combined effort to increase healthy lifestyle opportunities to the people of Conwy the North West Wales Outdoor Partnership funding from the Welsh Assembly Government through the Sports Council for Wales are looking at further developing the opportunities available within the county for local people.

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"As you will all have no doubt noticed, the club has been growing from strength to strength and we now have over 65 members! This is beyond our original expectations for this stage of the club which has meant that pool sessions have been busier than we would have expected. Rather than discourage any new paddlers and limit the opportunities for existing members to develop their paddling skills we have booked an addition weekly session from Tuesday 11th March."

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The Snowdonia Society has appointed Alun Pugh, the former Assembly Minister for Culture, Sport and Language, as its Director from the 3rd March. Alun was instrumental in securing the initial funding for the Outdoor Partnership.

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Ascending Tryfan and Glyder Fach, multi-pitch climbing at Tremadog, sea-level traversing at Penrhyn Mawr, kayaking and canoeing on the Menai Straits, Trearddur Bay and Four Mile Bridge, gorge walking up the Afon Ddu, plus evenings of orienteering, skiing and a bivouac by Llyn Idwal.....

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Club Chairman Jamie Holding received the Volunteer of the Year Award, presented by Tracey Morris, elite international marathon runner, at the Sports Awards evening, held in Beaumaris on Wednesday 5th December ’07.

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There are 4 places available on the Welsh Medium run SPA Training at Plas y Brenin on the 19th and 20th of April 2008. Places are FREE for community club leaders!

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Do you speak Welsh? Do you enjoy being in the Outdoors? In a combined effort to increase healthy lifestyle opportunities to the people of North Wales, Menter Iaith Conwy and North Wales Outdoor and a working group of representatives from the outdoor sector have come together to explore ways of widening access to outdoor recreation by local people in the region

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There are now opportunities available for welsh speakers to access outdoor training and assessment courses to access work within the Outdoor Industry.

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The North West Wales Outdoor Partnership, through the Sports Council for Wales, are offering FREE leadership and coaching courses in 2008.

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Ynys Mon's Dominic Breen Turner and Luke Breen Turner took Silver and Bronze in the Sailing (laser standard rig) and placed fifth in the sailing team event with Michael Thorne and Nathan Thorne. The Island Games take place every two years. The Games were last held on Rhodes in 2007 and Aland in 2009.

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JULY and AUGUST 2009
This Summer there are many outdoor recreational activity sessions organised in Gwynedd. Ranging from abseiling to kayaking, there is plenty of scope to try out new outdoor activities right on your doorstep.

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Membership numbers are heading towards the 40 mark, with weekly Friday evening meets at the Indy Wall or the Beacon Climbing Centre.

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The Outdoor Partnership now has vacancies for experienced outdoor professionals to support the increasing network of outdoor clubs across the region. With support from the Sports Council for Wales Minor Grant, these part time posts will provide an excellent opportunity for outdoor professionals to work with volunteer leaders.

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10 young sailors from North Wales have been attending the North Wales Keelboat Sailing Squad in a bid to become members of the RYA's National Keelboat Programme in 2008.

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Do you live in the Kinmel Bay area? Why not try Street Orienteering? You’ve heard it here first.

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28th April - AGM, Peniarth Arms, Bryncrug

We have to have 25% minimum of all members attending - please try and get there if you can.

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Recently, Cybi Kayakers were successful with a Community Chest Grant application of £750. Cybi Kayakers is the latest outdoor club to be formed under the guidance and support of the Outdoor Partneship.

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Clwb Beico Mynydd Dyffryn Conwy held the 2nd Mountain Bike Orienteering event on Sunday the 2nd December at Nant BH Outdoor Education Centre above Llanrwst. The event was a huge success with over 70 participants taking the challenge in the Mountain Bike Orienteering event, which included a family/youth Mountain Bike Orienteering course, an adult Orienteering course as well as giving participants a chance to test out the new skills course that just been built.

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Surf-Lines Ltd is a busy water sports retail outlet and adventure centre based in Llanberis. They are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual with a keen interest in paddle sports to join their team as s fulltime retails assistant.

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Eryri Youth Initiative was established in 2007/08 to give young people the opportunity to learn about sustainable living through outdoor experiences in Eryri. Through cultural, environmental, conservational and physical activities undertaken in a mountainous environment, it offers young people the opportunity to develop personal and practical skills whilst having a good time.

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Dates: November 6/7 22/21
December: 4/5 11/12
Venue: Plas y Brenin
Cost: £100 to members
The Outdoor Partnership will be organising a Welsh medium modular Mountain Leader training course based on the ML syllabus. This non-residential course will take place at Plas y Brenin and will be delivered over four non-consecutive weekends.

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Up to 300k available!
The Community Facilities and Activities Programme (CFAP) is an all Wales capital grant scheme. It is open to community and voluntary organisations and provides funding for the provision of facilities within communities and for activities engaging local people who will help promote the regeneration of communities.

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Date: 4 & 5 December 2010
Venue: Conway Centre
Cost: £40
This practical 2 day REC course taking place over a single weekend is an ideal opportunity for those intending to gain any National Governing Body awards in 2010. It is recognised as the minimum qualification for MLTUK, ML summer and winter awards, Single Pitch Supervisors Award, RYA, BCU, BASI, ASSI, BOF and by most other National Governing Bodies.

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We are pleased to announce that the Outdoor Partnership has again been successful in securing grant funding to enable us to deliver our comprehensive regional Coach Education Programme in 2010-11.

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MONDAY 28th SEPTEMBER 2009
7-10pm, meet at the bar in Plas y Brenin.
Interested in becoming a Mountain Leader? Need to brush up on your night navigation skills? Look no further! Places are limited therefore first come first served! Priority will be given to members attending their ML Assessment this year.

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26-27 SEPTEMBER 2009 And 10-11 OCTOBER 2009.
What is the new Level 1 award? This is the first step on the paddlesport coaching pathway. It will introduce you to the fundamentals of good coaching practice and helps you to understand and coach technical and tactical aspects of your sport. CLOSING DATE for bookings 19 AUGUST 2009!

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Saturday 18th October 2008
Ages 8-12 years 9.00am - 1.00pm Ages 13-18years 1.00pm - 5.30pm. Meet at the Conway Centre, Llanfairpwll, LL61 6DJ. One parent/carer must stay in attendance. Cost £5 per person, places must be booked in advance.