This week there has been 4 of our of staff undergoing mine leader training and assessment. Jason and Sol went on a North Wales Local Mine Leader training course and Mark and Matt passed their SRT for mine leaders. SRT stands for single rope technique , which means they are able to climb a fixed rope by using a series of mechanical clamps. This technique means more vertical , technical and remote venues can be visited.
One thing is for sure, it has been an ideal week to be underground due to the weather. So windy and wet. Most mines are not effected by the rain unlike many caves.
Next step is for Sol and Jason to pass their assessment so they can lead groups underground and Matt and Mark are now able to run more technical trips, with the first one planned for Jan 2016.
Underground exploration is a very exciting and unique experience and one which more and more of our groups are asking for. We use 3 old slate and lead mines which may sound dangerous. However, we only venture into areas within the mine passed out by the HSE mines inspector.
Groups are able to step back in time and go on a historical, adventurous, educational, fun and cool activity.
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| Best practice rope climbing indoors first |
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| Handle to the workings of a incline deep in Cwm Orthin Slate mine |
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| Abseiling down |
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| Be a good idea to look at the map |
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| Our group mines are not this bad. Exploring an old Lead mine |
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| Follow me, its not that tight. Again staff pushing things a little more than when with groups |
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