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Are you fit enough to climb Snowdon?

You might be put off the idea of climbing Snowdon because you don’t think your fitness is up to scratch. It is true that reaching the summit of many mountains around the world is a real physical and mental challenge, and an individual’s fitness level is subjective – but Snowdon may not be out of the realm of most of you reading this now. Preparation is key, and certainly, the more ready you are for your mountain day, the easier it’s going to be, and therefore the more likely you are to enjoy it.

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Map reading tips for old(er) people!

Something we’re noticing more frequently on our map reading courses is people struggling to cope with actually reading the maps due to deteriorating eyesight. Using an Ordnance Survey Explorer map for example, you might find the fine detail difficult to read and miss some features altogether. While this might not be an issue if you’re in your twenties, for those of us over 40, it can make reading a map extremely difficult. But fear not old(er) people, we have some solutions!

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Climbing Snowdon in the rain

Sadly not every day out on Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa is a beautiful, blue sky adventure. Sometimes, it rains! If you’re from the UK then this shouldn’t be news to you. We’re very used to dealing with changing weather conditions but forgetting your umbrella when you’re heading into town is very different to being unprepared climbing Wales’ highest mountain.

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‘Plastic Free’ Yr Wyddfa

Did you know that Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is the busiest mountain in the country and one of the busiest in the world? Climbed by over half a million people each year, its popularity has never been greater. However, with this continued increase in visitor numbers, litter is becoming a real threat to the sustainability of our most loved mountain.

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Get ready to climb Snowdon!

If you’re planning to Climb Snowdon with MountainXperience some time in the future then you might be wondering how you can best prepare for your adventure. Well wonder no more as we give you five top tips to make your experience enjoyable. Even taking on board these tips the week before your big day out can make a big difference.

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Climb Snowdon using public transport
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Climb Snowdon using public transport

Photo © Efan Thomas

Are you looking to Climb Snowdon but don’t have access to a car or would simply just prefer to use public transport? Well it’s actually quite easy to start your Snowdon walk using local buses.

The Snowdon Sherpa is a unique bus service that travels around the foot of Snowdon. It creates an essential connection between the six main paths up Snowdon as well as the main car parks, villages and tourist attractions in the area. It’s particularly useful for walkers or climbers wanting to start their journey from one place and finish at another, or indeed for anyone who wants to travel around Snowdonia leaving the car at home.

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