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Inspiring People In The Outdoors - A Mountain & Outdoor Guiding Company offering professional guiding in the Hills & Mountains, NNAS Navigation Course Provider, Mountain Skills and Hill Skills Courses.

21/02/2026

🧭 What a day in the Peaks! 🥾🏔️
Brilliant group, great energy, and some solid navigation skills built 👏
From classroom basics to putting it into practice on the hills around Bamford Valley, Win Hill & Ladybower — confidence grew with every step 💪Love seeing people start trusting the map instead of the phone 🙌
Well done everyone — you smashed it!✨ We’ll be adding an Intermediate/Advanced day soon to help you build further skills and really hone what you’ve learned.

Want to join the next one? Drop me a DM 📩

People ask me what motivates me to be a Mountain Leader and inspire others, well it’s because I have someone behind me w...
18/01/2026

People ask me what motivates me to be a Mountain Leader and inspire others, well it’s because I have someone behind me who’s my greatest cheerleader and who’s always told me to go and follow my dreams. I love him to bits!! ###

I know everyone loves the Snowy Conditions in the Mountains but please read the attached as we want to try and keep peop...
08/01/2026

I know everyone loves the Snowy Conditions in the Mountains but please read the attached as we want to try and keep people safe in the Mountains 🏔️

Severe winter conditions developing on Yr Wyddfa ‼️

With further snowfall expected as Storm Goretti moves across the UK, winter conditions on Yr Wyddfa are continuing to develop, particularly on the upper sections of popular routes including the Pyg Track and the Llanberis Path.

Recent observations show areas of unstable snow, with cornices forming in several locations near the top of the mountain. These overhanging snow features can be difficult to spot, especially in poor visibility, and may collapse without warning. In certain circumstances, this could lead to serious falls or trigger localised avalanches, particularly where paths run close to steep ground.

Fresh snow can be very tempting, but winter mountain environments bring additional risks. Moving safely in these conditions relies on experience, strong navigation skills, and an understanding of how snow behaves, as well as having suitable winter equipment.

Elfyn Jones, volunteer at Llanberis Mountain Rescue Team, said: “As you can see from the photo, many paths are now unrecognisable and buried under snow, highlighting how important good navigation skills are in these conditions. Conditions are changing quickly, and the higher sections of the Llanberis Path and the railway are particularly dangerous. The snow is compacted and icy, meaning crampons and an ice axe are essential, and large banks of snow alongside the railway can be hard to judge and could lead to serious falls. These are complex winter conditions where experience and sound judgement are key.”

Anyone heading into the mountains is encouraged to take time to assess the conditions, check the forecast, and consider how confident they feel managing winter terrain. Being flexible with plans and prepared to turn back can make a big difference.

📸 Photo credit: Miguel Pilgrim

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Tywydd gaeafol difrifol yn datblygu ar Yr Wyddfa

Gyda disgwyl rhagor o eira eleni wrth i Storm Goretti symud ar draws y DU, mae tywydd gaeafol ar yr Wyddfa yn parhau i ddatblygu, yn arbennig ar rannau uchaf llwybrau poblogaidd gan gynnwys Llwybr Pyg a Llwybr Llanberis.

Mae arsylwadau diweddar yn dangos ardaloedd o eira ansefydlog, gyda gordoeau yn ffurfio mewn nifer o leoliadau ger copa’r mynydd. Mae’r gordoeau eira hyn yn anodd eu gweld, yn enwedig mewn gwelededd gwael, a gallant gwympo heb rybudd. Mewn rhai amgylchiadau, gallai hyn arwain at syrthiadau difrifol neu achosi cwympiadau eira lleol, yn enwedig lle mae llwybrau yn agos at dir serth.
Gall eira newydd fod yn demtasiwn, ond mae amgylcheddau mynyddig gaeafol yn dod â risgiau ychwanegol. Mae symud yn ddiogel drwy sefyllfaoedd fel hyn yn ddibynnol ar brofiad, sgiliau llywio cryf, a dealltwriaeth o sut mae eira’n ymddwyn, ynghyd â chael offer gaeaf addas.

Dywedodd Elfyn Jones, gwirfoddolwr yn Nhîm Achub Mynydd Llanberis: “Fel y gwelwch o’r llun, ni ellir gweld nifer o’r llwybrau ar hyn o bryd ac maent wedi’u claddu gan eira, gan ddangos pa mor bwysig yw sgiliau llywio da mewn tywydd fel hyn. Mae’r tywydd yn newid yn gyflym, ac mae rhannau uchaf Llwybr Llanberis a’r rheilffordd yn arbennig o beryglus. Mae’r eira wedi’i gywasgu ac yn rhewllyd, gan olygu fod cramponau a bwyell rew yn hanfodol, ac mae’n anodd gweld dyfnder y llethrau mawr o eira ar hyd y rheilffordd a gallai hynny arwain at syrthiadau difrifol. Mae’r rhain yn sefyllfaoedd gaeafol cymhleth lle mae profiad a barn gadarn yn allweddol.”

Anogir unrhyw un sydd am fentro i’r mynyddoedd gymryd amser i asesu’r sefyllfa, edrych ar y rhagolygon tywydd, ac ystyried pa mor hyderus maent yn teimlo wrth lywio drwy dirwedd aeafol. Gall bod yn hyblyg gyda chynlluniau a bod yn barod i droi’n ôl wneud gwahaniaeth mawr.

03/01/2026
📣Let’s make 2026 the year of unforgettable achievements and memories. 🏔️🥾Ready to get outside and do something unforgett...
03/01/2026

📣Let’s make 2026 the year of unforgettable achievements and memories. 🏔️🥾

Ready to get outside and do something unforgettable?
At Mountain Bear Adventures, we create guided hikes and bespoke challenges that turn ideas into real achievements.

✨ Where can we take you?
• The breathtaking trails of the Peak District
• The stunning landscapes of Yorkshire
• The wild mountains of Wales
• The iconic scenery of the Lake District
• The dramatic landscapes of Scotland

💪 Want more of a challenge?
We offer all well-known classic challenges and bespoke, tailor-made routes, including:
• National Three Peaks
• Yorkshire Three Peaks
• Lakes 10 Peak Challenge
• Custom-designed challenges built around your goals

🤝 Team or charity goal?
Bring your workplace together, build team spirit, and raise money for charity with a fully supported adventure experience.

From first idea to summit photo — we make it happen.
📩 Get in touch today and let’s plan your next adventure.

🎁 Looking for the perfect Christmas gift?Give someone an experience they’ll never forget!This year, swap the usual prese...
02/12/2025

🎁 Looking for the perfect Christmas gift?
Give someone an experience they’ll never forget!
This year, swap the usual presents for something truly special — the gift of a guided mountain adventure with Mountain Bear Adventures. 🏔️🐾
Whether they’re an aspiring hiker, an outdoor lover, or someone who simply needs a break from the everyday rush, a professionally guided adventure is the gift that inspires, energises, and creates lasting memories.
🌟 Gift the extraordinary. Gift adventure.
👉 Want to give the gift? Message me with any question’s or for further information

Give them a reason to explore. Give them the mountains this Christmas. 🎄✨

02/11/2025

What. A. Day! 💪🍂 12 miles of adventure with an epic crew in conjunction with Peak Running — roaring falls, blue skies, caves and autumn colours on fire! 🔥💦🍁 Couldn’t have asked for a better group to wrap up the season with. You lot smashed it! 🙌 Massive thanks to everyone who joined our Bear Adventures walks this year — what a ride! Grateful for every single step. ❤️ See you next year for more trails, laughs + adventure! 🌄
Peak Running

19/10/2025

🎬 That’s a wrap on the Yorkshire Three Peaks season! And what a way to finish — this incredible group set their sights on sub-12 hours and absolutely smashed it with every single one crossing the line in under 10:50! 💪⛰️🔥 Massive thanks to such a warm, driven, and downright awesome team — a weekend to remember, and a crew I hold in the highest regard. 🙌 Now… who's ready for the next challenge? 👀�

12/10/2025

What a phenomenal day up on Cadair Idris ⛰️🥾 Surrounded by the most breathtaking cloud inversions — nature at its finest. Grateful beyond words for days like this… moments that make you pause, breathe, and just take it all in. 🌄✨

05/10/2025

Today’s hike through the Peaks in conjunction with Peak Running was an adventure from start to finish – up hill, down dale, and through all the natural obstacles Storm Amy left behind! 🌧️ 🪾But that just added to the fun! The Chee Dale stepping stones were a perfect challenge, and the muddy paths made for some epic moments. So many laughs, great chats, and an amazing group of people. Can’t wait for the next one on November 2nd – don’t miss out! 🗓️🥾

28/09/2025

🌄 What an adventure! 🌄 This fantastic group from the South took on the mighty Lakes 10 Peaks Challenge – all while raising money for the incredible charity Turning Tides 🙌 From start to summit, they kept up the pace, supported one another, and absolutely smashed it! 💪 A brilliant effort by every single person – such a fun and determined group to lead. A massive achievement all round 👏 Now… time to start planning your next adventure! 🗺️⛰️
Turning Tides Ending Local Homelessness

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