MARK REID is the author of 17 walking guidebooks including ‘The Inn Way’ series, which have sold over 100,000 copies. He is a qualified Walking Group Leader, Hill & Moorland Leader and Mountain Leader, and has an unrivalled knowledge of the history and geography of the North of England. Mark has a BA (Hons) Geography degree from the University of Lancaster, is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society (FRGS) and is an Accredited Practitioner of the Institute for Outdoor Learning (APIOL). Mark has walked over 33,000 miles of footpaths since 1997, and has taken over 21,000 people out walking in the countryside as well as over 200 companies on team building and away days – he’s been an Outdoor Professional for 29 years! Mark has appeared on ITV YORKSHIRE on the TV walks series ‘A Breath of Fresh Air’ along with ITV weatherman Jon Mitchell, as well as ITV1’s The Dales.

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• Multi-day mountain expeditions, backpacking and wild camping takes you into remote and mountainous areas, with the potential for adverse weather conditions. The walks will include uneven ground, rough and mountainous terrain, stream crossings as well as a number of steep ascents and descents.
• We will be camping for 2 nights in a tent in the mountains. There is the potential for significant personal discomfort due to 3 days hiking across remote and mountainous terrain with potentially adverse weather conditions, wet ground and stream/river crossings. This discomfort may range from wet boots and clothing to tiredness, getting cold and poor sleep due to wild camping, uneven ground and lots of bending down to get into and out of your tent (these are just examples and is not an exhaustive list).
• A good level of fitness is required as you will be walking across mountainous terrain carrying a rucksack with your overnight gear, equipment and food (approx. 12 – 15kg).
• We will walk about 8 – 16 km (5 – 10 miles) per day with up to 1,100m of ascent, although this will vary each day according to conditions, group needs, weather etc.
• There will be rest stops throughout the day, as well as 30-minutes for lunch.
• Mark Reid is an experienced Mountain Leader. Mark has walked over 32,000 miles of footpaths throughout the North of England over the last decade and knows the British mountains well. Since 2007, we have taken over 22,000 people walking in the hills.
• Wild Camping: In England and Wales, all land is privately owned and landowner permission is required to camp on private land. Wild camping is permitted in Scotland as long as you follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code. In reality, wild camping high amongst the mountains is a tolerated tradition as long as it is undertaken responsibly (leave no trace).
• Do’s and Don’ts: obtain permission if possible (England & Wales); camp high amongst the mountains away from paths and popular areas; arrive late, leave early; leave no trace; no fires; take ALL rubbish out with you; small group sizes; respect and protect the environment.
• Part of the attraction of valley, hill and mountain walking is the challenge of tackling different terrains, landscapes and weather conditions. Every effort is made to minimize potential hazards; however, the very nature of hill and mountain walking involves a certain level of unavoidable risk of accident and/or injury. By taking part in this activity, you are aware of and accept these risks.
• Our walks are suitable for all ages. Under 18s (minimum age 14) may attend if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. The child must be accompanied at all times during the walk by their parent/legal guardian.
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