News Archive: 2013

​The Outdoor Partnership has adopted the principal that it will treat the Welsh and English languages equally.  As a result, on the 11th of November 2013 the Welsh Commissioner confirmed the…

​The Outdoor Partnership has had a busy 2013. Our new website was launched in April, and we've seen a massive increase in user participation on our webpages with over 30,000…

​Barry Davies, Clwb Beicio Dwyfor Cycling Club. The winner of the Volunteer of the Month Award for November is Barry Davies of Dwyfor Cycling Club. Barry is the Treasurer and…

​Saturday 14 December from 0930. See poster below for full details

​As 2013 draws to a close it has been a great pleasure to visit the Outdoor Tourism Instructor Scheme Trainees in the work environment I have been fortunate enough to…

​December 2nd, 7pm at Glyndwr UniversitySee poster details below for full details

​Conwy’s Children’s and Young People’s Partnership & Play Development Team invite you to join us for a special film screening of ‘Project Wild Thing’  At Theatr Colwyn, Colwyn Bay on…

​Jane has just stepped down as the club secretary for Eryri Mountain Biking Club where she has volunteered for a number of years and helped establish the club from the…

​Colder water temperatures and the loss of the evening light signal the end of the summer season for the Rhosneigr Surf lifesaving club which is in it’s second year of…

​As August drew to a close our Outdoor Tourism Instructor Trainees completed their 6 weeks training and induction. They have been based at Plas y Brenin and mentored by Mike…

​The past five weeks have been an interesting and important time for The Outdoor Partnership (TOP) with our annual festival , the beginning of the new school year, a review…

​Step by Step guide to booking courses with the Outdoor Partnership

As Winter approaches and outdoor sessions start to slow down here are some ideas for clubs to see you through the cold period. First Aid – Time to check on…

​Following on from a successful project in Gwynedd , The Outdoor Partnership in conjunction with Canoe Wales will be offering Pool lifeguards the chance to train as BCU level 1…

This is primarily for volunteers or for people who have ski ability and would like to offer to volunteer with DSW following completion of the course.It is a very intensive…

There is still time to get your entries in. Our deadline has been extended to November 8th  ​We are inviting clubs to take a snap shot of a day in…

Kayaking competitions were held on Anglesey and in Gwynedd earlier last month in partnership with local 5x60 schemes and the Outdoor Partnership  and Canoe Wales. At Holyhead harbour, competitions were…

​On Sunday 8th of September, there was a rareopportunity for anglers to have the opportunity to fish from canoes and kayaks on Llyn Fridd in Blaenau Ffestiniog, with coaches on…

​If you are available this Saturday 12th October we are looking for a few more members to support and lead volunteers on the Snowdon effort of the Mountain Training Associations…

​Our prestigious Volunteer of the Year award which was decided by an independent panel of four people was awarded to Ian Henderson of Anglesey Adventure Club; he was also awarded…

Some of north Wales’ most adventurous and active people came together for the Outdoor Partnership Outdoor Activities Festival at Plas y Brenin, Capel Curig. This annual event brings together outdoor…

​Coed-y-Brenin Forest Park reinforced its status as a world-leading mountain bike centre today (Friday, 27 September) when Minister for Culture and Sport, John Griffiths, opened the new  state-of-the art skills…

​2013 marks the sixtieth anniversary of the first successful attempt to climb Everest by Sir Edmund Hilary and Tenzing Norgay. To celebrate this world famous achievement, the Friends of St…

​Miller Research has been commissioned on Visit Wales behalf to:Survey outdoor activity tourism providers in WalesSurvey visitors to Wales who participate in outdoor activitiesGood quality research needs a high level…

​The Outdoor Partnership is on the hunt for 10 people from across Gwynedd, Anglesey and Conwy to undertake a six week residential outdoor training programme being run at Plas Menai…

​In conjunction with Keep Wales Tidy for Tidy Wales Week 2013, North Wales Environmental Outdoor Charter Group (NWEOCG) thought it would be a good idea to spruce up the Afon Ddu car…

​Saturday September 7th saw MYC Rowing Porthmadog and more than 300 other fixed seat boats from all over the UK and Europe attend the Millwall slip, with 4 Celtic Longboats,…

​Every month, The Outdoor Partnership chooses our ‘Volunteer of the Month’ from over 348 volunteers within the outdoor clubs. The winner of the award for July is Godfrey Owen in…

​There has been growing success for the new website since its launch back in April 2013, the Outdoor Partnership was thrived in its website. Over 16,000 page views have made…

​The Outdoor Partnership is to hold its fourth annual outdoor activities festival later this summer to showcase the number of outdoor adventure clubs in North Wales.  Activities will be led…

​On Sunday, September 22nd 2013 there will be a series of events held in Porthmadog built around the Ras y Cob Fun Runs. Open to all ages and all ability…

​Aged 7-17 years and love climbing? Enter the hugely popular Beacon Back to School Bouldering Competition on Saturday 28th September! It doesn't matter whether you've been climbing for ages or…

If you want to make a difference to the lives of others whilst gaining valuable skills and experience, then volunteering is for you!We would be grateful for your time, no…

Are you 50 year +?  ​Gain Outdoor Instructor qualification at Plas Menai this September to November. See our poster details for full information

​On Sunday the 8th of September there will be a rare opportunity for fishermen to have a go at fishing from kayaks and canoes. Kayak/canoe coaches will be on hand…

​With only just over a month to go, the final countdown has begun to our annual outdoor festival . Those attending will have the opportunity to attend and participate in…

​Late in life I found Nirvana     gliding with the tidal flow.     Wind and water my companions     when I’m going out to row.   I…

​Last month Mike Raine started his post as our new Training  Officer.  Working with local colleges, schools and employers his role provides opportunities for individuals to develop skills that may…

​The Outdoor Partnerships have recently welcomed two new staff members to the team. Christine Peake has started her role as Volunteer Co-ordinator supported  through the WCVA , she will be…

​Following an open day at Llyn Ffrith last month,  it seems to have has a lasting effect. One of the families which attended have since revised the site and the…

​Members of Amlwch Canoe Club are going from strength to strength.  Most recent success is that four members have completed their 2 day *3star training and assessment.  The two days…

​We'd like to invite our members to take part in a consultation on our brand new Welsh Language Scheme. The consultation will last for four weeks ending on 06/09/2013. In…

​Advertise your volunteering opportunities on the Outdoor Partnership website. We have an average of 1000 visitors a month to our website with the volunteering opportunities webpage being among the top 10…

​For free this summer!! Provided by Gecko Email: surf@geckorhosneiger.co.uk Tel: 01407 811 247 Quote: ‘Taster Session’ when booking

​The RNLI are trying to organise a consultation with kayakers of differing levels of experience this weekend  at the Valley hotel . They are willing to pay £40 which may…

We have many courses coming up over the next few months.  Take a look at our list below. We also have a coaching calender section on our website under the…

​Climbing Activities at the Conway Centre August 12th to August 16thMonday Ysgol David Hughes  Tuesday  Ysgol Uwchradd Bodedern  Wednesday  Ysgol Syr Thomas Jones Amlwch  Thursday Ysgol Uwchradd Caergybi  Friday  Ysgol…

​James is currently a student studying his A levels at Denbigh High School in Denbighshire, He was introduced to the indoor climbing scene through opportunities created by his 5 x…

A new jetty funded by SBLASH has gone down a treat at a local lake. Llyn Padarn now has a facility for swimmers, canoeist and kayakers to easily access the…

Bike It is a highly successful project  aimed at increasing levels of walking, cycling and scooting to school.  This role will have an additional focus of reducing the percentage of…

​Last month regional mountain bike competitions where held across Anglesey ,Gwynedd and North Powys  in partnership with 5x 60 and the Outdoor Partnership  with support from Welsh Cycling Almost 250 …

The Outdoor Tourism Project is offering an action packed Summer to give you an opportunity to try something different! If you’re a Gwynedd or Conwy resident then why not ‘Give…

​This is an exciting opportunity to develop, implement and supervise a comprehensive coach education programme to support volunteers in outdoor clubs in the region (Anglesey, Conwy, Denbighshire and Gwynedd).  This…

​The Welsh Team has returned home, tired but jubilant, after it’s biggest event of the competition season. The BMC Youth Climbing Series Final took place throughout the day on Saturday15th…

​Some of Wales’s most selfless people are about to receive recognition for the work they do to make their communities better places to live in at the country’s leading volunteer…

​Anglesey secondary school pupils took part in a full day of mountain biking competition at Amlwch port earlier this month. The event saw 43 young people taking part in a…

​This month we would like to give recognition to Barri Davies for his volunteering efforts. Barri is the chairman, leader and does the maintenance at Clwb Antur Dyffryn Peris. He…

​Update service and single issue cert announcement The DBS has today announced that the new Update service will be introduced on 17 June  2013. This will mean that for the first…

​If you live in Conwy, are aged 14 to 25, have some big ideas or exciting plans that will benefit young people and your community, or you work with a…

​Volunteer Mentors are available to support leaders/managers of community groups/voluntary organisations in both Conwy and Denbighshire through the Business Supporting Communities ( B2C) Mentoring initiative. Mentors come from a wide…

​Right across the North Wales, outdoor clubs are being encourages to access a pot of funding available to fund new projects, schemes and development programmes. Supported by Sports Wales, the Community…

​Claire Branston had never kayaked before,over a course of 18 months Claire has grown in confidence in the water and has a clear passion for the sport. Read her story,…

​The officer will be self-employed, be a Full IML and a current member of BAIML. The contract will be for 12 months, which can be renewed. It is expected that…

​THE OUTDOOR PARTNERSHIP  Notice is hereby given that the 2013 annual general meeting of the company will be held at PLAS MENAI on the 20th JUNE at 10.00am for the…

​Saturday 29th June. Registration from 0930. This is a fun day for kids of all abilities and experience, who were born between 1996 and 2005. Each competitor will be given a score…

​North Wales Young Paddlers (NWYP) is a forum in which young paddlers from schools, junior paddling clubs and youth organisations can come together, share ideas, have a paddle, try out…

Our youth activity days are back for May half term! Come along to the Centre and learn to sail, windsurf, kayak or all three if you're feeling really energetic! Price…

​Glyndwr Dragons And North Wales AcademyCome and join in the fun we are currently looking for new members for the Dragons. Have you always wanted to compete? Learn a new skill? Meet new…

Celebrating Llŷn Peninsula’s Coastal Heritage Nefyn Community Centre , Saturday May 18        (10am). Stalls and  information on the festival’s events.        A guided walk around…

​The Welsh Yachting Association (WYA) is the National Governing Body for all Boating related matters in Wales and the RYA’s Council for Wales.     Following the launch of their…

Are you interested in the Outdoors? Do you want to start on a career working as an instructor? The North Wales Outdoor Instructor Scheme is a new programme which will…

​May 25th to June 7th Organised by Menter Môn, walk, see and learn about the beautiful island of Anglesey with its many myths and legends. Visit quaint coastal and rural…

​Kayaking Regatta at Bro Dysynni Leisure Centre Bro Dysynni Leisure Centre in Tywyn recently held its first Kayaking Regatta for local children. Fifteen youngsters were invited to participate and try…

​Take advantage of the FREE help from your local volunteering centre All you need to do to recruit more volunteers through the volunteering centres is to fill out a short…

​A unique opportunity for teams of eight individuals to compete against each other Sialens Antur Glan-llyn is a unique opportunity for teams of eight individuals to compete against each other.…

Bari Jones​Bari Jones was awarded the April  Volunteer of the month, recognizing his volunteering commitments to his local climbing club. Bari volunteers as a coach at the Anglesey Adventure club and at…

​Mari and her partner, Sarah Norbury have been chosen forBritain’s team to compete in the World Championship 420 Sailing in Valencia in July 2013, and for the team for Europe…

​A popular surf lifesaving club is looking for volunteers as it approaches its second Summer season. The club, which has been using Plas Arthur Swimming Pool during the Winter months, will…

Antur Stinog have a number of vacancies available. The vacancies information is only available in Welsh. For full details download poster at bottom of the page Mae Antur Stinog yn gwahodd ceisiadau…

​This year between 17th and 19th May, Trefriw is hosting a weekend of walks and events based around this picturesque village in the Conwy Valley. Explore the stunning scenery of mountains and lakes…

​Conwy’s Community Walking Project has been working closely with a number of walk leader volunteers over the past year to put together the very popular Spring and Autumn Walks programmes…

​Some of North Wales’s best young climbers were able to showcase their skills in the final of the North Wales Schools Bouldering Competition on Anglesey on March 13th 2013 The event…

​Bryn has been working hard to organise and teach ski sessions at the ski slope in Llandudno since the club’s relocation from Capel Curig last year.   Bryn is present almost…

​Would you like to make a difference to Snowdonia National Park?  Could you provide effective leadership for the Park Authority, contributing to conserving and enhancing Snowdonia National Park, promoting the…

"It's been a real pleasure to see the growth of theOutdoor Partnership over the years and the increased participation of localpeople that has gone with it.  When Surf-Lines started back…

​The Outdoor Tourism Project is looking for providers to run activities for the coming spring and summer in Conwy and Gwynedd. See the attached documents for further details and how…

​Congratulations to DC MTB Club for their recent successes. Two of the volunteers have just attended a Level 2 MTB Leadership course and another three are attending the assessment this…

​Our Outdoor Development Officer for Conwy, Richard Griffiths Hughes, has just achieved REC Trainer status. This has been the result of about 12 months of work; attending a REC Advanced…

​Every Tuesday weather permitting Amlwch harbour. Minimum age 8 conditions apply to under 16’s. Cost £6 per person per session Unfortunately we cannot offer concessions; after 3 sessions Club Membership…

​The Wales Volunteer of the Year Awards 2013 is the moment for Wales' most dedicated individual volunteers and voluntary groups to be applauded. There are five nomination categories, so there's a place…

​During the Easter holidays there is opportunities for free canoeing at Plas Arthur Leisure Centre, Llangefni Follow the link for full timetable

Saturday  16/3/13. Open to Secondary School children in the catchment Choice of three times9:30 10:30 11:00 Sessions will last about an hour. Register with Ann Williams beforehand on 07876217525.

​Ysgol David Hughes Crowned as Bouldering Champions for second year in a row. The Anglesey schools bouldering championships took place at the Indefatigable on March 6th where the David Hughes…

​The Outdoor Partnership now has a fresh new website. Working closely with local website designers Matrix10, the site has undergone a makeover, and now has a contemporary, modern look with…

​The qualification has been developed in partnership with the industry and prominent individuals within the industry to respond to the current skills needs of the sector. The qualification is awarded…

​There is an opportunity to attend the following workshops where you will receive useful tips to take back to your club on funding and volunteers.  The  following workshops have been…

​North Wales Schools Bouldering Competitions will be taking place throughout March 2013 in association with The Outdoor Partnership and the 5x60 programme - an initiative that aims to increase the number of…

​There will be a Club Forum at Plas Menai on Monday 11th March at 19:00hrs. The forum will include a presentation and discussion around the New CW Awards and pilots. We…

​Get a free burger from the bar when you pay the standard rate to use the climbing wall. £5. Locally sourced and made Lamb or Beef  burgers with chips. Fully…

The Outdoor Tourism Project has teamed up with Ffit Conwy to put on a Disability Inclusion Training session on the 16th March 2013. It is aimed at those who provide or wish to…