Snowdonia-Active.com http://www.snowdonia-active.com/ Snowdonia Active News Feed en-gb http://www.snowdonia-active.com/images/rssFeedLogo.png http://www.snowdonia-active.com/ Thu, 17 May 2012 GMT info@snowdonia-active.com webmaster@snowdonia-active.com Uplift for Blaenau http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=807 Antur Stiniog's impressive Downhill and Freeride Centre at Blaenau is set to attract mountain bikers from across the UK when it opens this summer. Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Day Walks in Snowdonia http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=808 Snowdonia's classic mountain walks in a handy sized guidebook that provides plenty of inspiration and makes route planning straight-forward. Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Essential Sea Kayak Festival 2012 http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=805 New this year! A three day sea kayaking festival showcasing the world-class venue of Anglesey. Savour its finest paddling alongside top local coaches. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Slateman on the Telly http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=806 Channel 4, Eurosport and international channels worldwide will show the 2012 Slateman triathlon to potential audience of millions. A few places left for May 20th event. Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Surf-Lines Demo & 'Have a Go' Day http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=803 There's even more going on than last year and it's FREE! Simply register to try out the latest gear or choose a 'Have a Go' session. Plenty for all the family. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Share the Trail http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=801 A new YouTube clip from Forestry Commission Wales urges mountain bikers to be more aware of horse riders and 'Stop, Stand, Speak' whenever they meet them. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Snowdon Race 2012 http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=800 A few places are left before the 600 entry limit is reached for the 37th International Snowdon Race on July 21st. It is also part of the Skyrunner World Series. Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Coasteering DVD http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=799 Coasteering has grown hugely in popularity over the last twenty years. In order to promote best practice, a DVD and code of conduct have been produced. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Respite for Snowdon http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=797 SNPA's 2011 footfall figures for Snowdon, show a let-up in the rising number of people visiting the mountain. Ogwen and Cader Idris also show a decrease from 2010. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Wales Retains Adventure Activities Licensing http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=796 Wales decides not to abolish adventure activities licensing as recommended in Lord Young's review of health and safety laws. Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Runners with Benefits http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=795 Despite the entry limit for the Snowdon Marathon being raised to 2200 competitors it has filled up in record time. Last year it donated GBP14000 to the local community. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Bright Future for Beacon Climbing http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=794 It's all systems go for the Beacon Climbing Centre now it finally has the keys to the former Barcud TV Studio building where it plans to relocate to in June. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Mountain Safety App Official Launch http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=793 Mountain safety app officially launched by Hywel Williams MP. The app aims to reduce mountain rescue call-outs among a particular target audience. Mon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Outdoor North Wales Forum Latest http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=792 Whatever your involvement in the outdoor sector there looks like being plenty to grab your attention from among the wide range of presentations. Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Harlech Wall Officially Opened http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=791 State of the art indoor climbing facilities, built as part of a community-led project, have officially been opened in Harlech. Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Pete Bursnall Obituary http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=790 Pete Bursnall, who has died of cancer, aged 44, was a passionate advocate of the outdoor sector's importance in Wales and a founding member of Snowdonia-Active. Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 30th Snowdonia Marathon Eryri http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=789 On New Year's Day race entries went live for the 30th Snowdonia Marathon on October 27th. Nearly 800 entries have already been received. Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Be Prepared with @safesnowdonia http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=788 This winter the National Park have begun tweeting updates on the ground conditions in Snowdonia along with safety information. Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT North Wales White Guide http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=786 Timely reminder on how winter climbers can minimise any potential impact on rare plants found on some of the cliffs popular with the crampons and axes brigade. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Outdoor North Wales Forum 2012 http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=785 Open to anyone with an interest in the outdoor sector, it follows on from the success of 2011's inaugural event and will be taking place in Llanwrst on 28th February. Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Rising Stars http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=784 Young climbers showcased their talents during a competition held at the Beacon Climbing Centre to help them secure a place in a potential North Wales Youth Climbing Academy. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Everlasting Delight... at a Price http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=783 The National Trust may be a charity but a scheme outlined in a NT internal document appears far from charitable, with worrying implications for the wider outdoor sector. Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Mountain Biking Consultation http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=782 Mountain biking is a key activity within the outdoor sector and views are being sought on a draft marketing strategy for the next five years. Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Backcountry Snow and Safety Talk http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=781 Enjoy the white stuff safely this winter. Join Mountain Guide and off-piste Jedi, Nigel Shepherd, for a winter hazards seminar and transceiver demo at the Caban. Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT 29th Snowdonia Marathon http://www.snowdonia-active.com/news.asp?newsid=780 Over 2000 runners, including perhaps the strongest line-up of competitors the race has seen, take to the Marathon Eryri start line on Saturday 29th October. Mon, 24 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT