A kayak is generally controlled by one person with a double bladed paddle. We have a fleet of plastic kayaks that we trailer to Coniston Water.

They are ideal introductory kayaks being stable and plenty of room. This is always a very popular activity offering challenges to both the individual and a group as can be seen on the photo here.

Individuals are equipped with a wetsuit and buoyancy aid and wear warm clothes on top to suit the prevailing conditions.

Ghyll scrambling or gorge walking is one of our most popular activities with students and adults. There are a number of ghyll’s in the locality of Holly How YH including Church Beck and Tilberthwaite Gill. Within ½ drive there is Stickle ghyll and Rydal Beck which has some impressive jumps for older groups only.

Ghyll scrambling can be a wet or predominantly dry activity (though we can’t guarantee this). Course members are equipped with clothing that is appropriate to the ghyll and how wet you are likely to get.

Caving is a fantastic activity but one people are often concerned about. The shot to the left shows someone squeezing through a restricted space in Easegill caverns but photos in the caving section show larger spaces. Caves we use with groups are not about tight squeezes and getting cold and wet.

As an activity for school and youth groups it’s second to none. Its challenging for both the group and individuals, it takes individuals out of a comfort zone and very exciting.

Everyone is equipped with a helmet, lamp and suitable warm clothing and protective clothing.

Mountain walking has to be one of the most rewarding activities we do. Often retrospective it’s not often you hear a young person say ‘this is the best’ however the achievement in reaching the summit of the Old Man of Coniston or another Lakeland peak is rarely lost on even the most negative walker. I defy anyone not to have a high level of pride looking back at a lofty peak they have just ascended when back in the valley.

A rucsac with full waterproofs, boots and other essentials are carried or worn during the day.