Outdoor Activities
A wide range of outdoor activities are available in the Perth and
Kinross area during the winter and the summer season.
| Activity |
Description |
| Abseiling |
Descending a rock face using a fixed rope. |
| Canoeing |
A good way to learn your boat handling skills, with
a single paddle blade. Can be done as a single person or
double. |
Canoeing
(White Water) |
Pilot a two-person boat down a fast flowing
river. |
| Gorge Walking |
Make your way up or down a river. Slide down rocks and jump off
cliffs into water. |
| Coasteering |
A similar sport to Gorge Walking except done in the
sea! A unique experience. |
| Indoor Climbing |
For many the first
place they put on a climbing harness. A good way to learn the
ropes. |
Kayaking
(Placid Water) |
A single person craft with a
double paddle. An ideal way to learn to paddle. |
Kayaking
(White Water) |
A more advanced way to test your
boating handling. Good place to perfect your Eskimo roll. |
| Mountain Biking |
Steer your bike around man-made
and natural trails. A good test of balance, skill and fitness. |
| Orienteering |
Navigate around a course of
markers using map and compass. Points awarded for accuracy and
speed. |
Rock Climbing
(Single Pitch) |
Been to the Indoor Wall, want to
try real rock? Try climbing at a small crag or quarry before
heading for the mountains. |
Rock Climbing
(Multi Pitch) |
More advanced rope and climbing
techniques required, as is stamina and a good head for
heights. |
| Scrambling |
Easy Rock Climbing that takes you up, over and along ridges and
rock outcrops on Scotland's mountains. Minimal rope-work, maximum
fun!
|
Winter Activities
| Activities |
Description |
Skiing
(Alpine) |
Fancy yourself as the 'Hermenator'? Modern styles
of
skis have made this easier to learn and more fun. |
Skiing
(Nordic) |
Incorporates cross - country track skiing and ski touring
disciplines. Skiing for those not bound by lifts and pistes. |
Skiing
(Telemark) |
The original style of skiing, now making a popular
revival. Good balance and strong legs are a must. |
Snow & Ice
Climbing |
Tackle the steep, snowy and icy mountains. Learn how to
make your way up gullies and buttresses in winter
conditions. Not for the faint hearted! |
| Snowblading |
A recent innovation, these short skis have made tricks
and stunts easier to learn, especially for in-line skaters. |
| Snowboarding |
The only way to ride powder! Snowboarding has evolved
from surfing and skateboarding. |
Winter
Mountaineering |
Winter Mountaineering can be the most rewarding
experience. We can teach to use your ice axe and
crampons and other essential winter skills. |
Night Mountain
Biking |
You've tried Mountain Biking and are ready for another
challenge. What about riding on local trails at night with
off-road lights? Even the easiest tracks ecome harder
when all you can see is a small cone of light in front of
you! |
