Are you ready for an expedition? Enjoy a 15–20km walk with me in the remote, natural beauty of the Western Lake District, with a wild camp in the middle on a summit or next to a mountain tarn.This course includes a virtual meeting or phone call beforehand to discuss equipment, packing and your expectations, and covers:
- Understanding UK wild camping etiquette
- How to navigate independently in good visibility
- Assessing mountain terrain and hazards
- How to interpret weather forecasts
- Micro-navigation to camp spots
- Toilets — what is ok and what is not!
- Applying Leave No Trace principles
Wild camping in the Western Lake District offers a rare sense of freedom, solitude, and raw natural beauty that's hard to find elsewhere. This part of the Lakes feels wilder and quieter than the busier central and southern areas, making it ideal for those seeking a more immersive experience in nature.From a high camp, you can watch the sunset spill over the Irish Sea and wake up to mist rolling through Wasdale or Eskdale. The Western Fells are bold and untamed, with sweeping ridgelines, craggy peaks and vast glacial valleys.
"Keep close to Nature's heart… and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean." — John Muir
