Your reunion, your weekend

This weekend is all about bringing your group back together. Time to catch up properly, share a few new adventures and enjoy being away together without the distractions of everyday life. The weekend is exclusively yours, giving you plenty of time for conversation alongside the activities.

Experience a quieter side of Snowdonia

Based in Dinorwig on the edge of Eryri National Park, you’re well placed to leave some of the busier trails behind. Walk through the area’s old slate quarry landscape, climb Elidir Fach and, conditions permitting, continue towards Elidir Fawr. Adventurous Ewe is based here in North Wales, so this is very much our home ground and a landscape we know well.

Mountains and water in one weekend

There’s plenty of variety packed into your time together. Trek through the mountains on Saturday before swapping boots for paddleboards on Sunday. Explore Llyn Padarn by SUP, take a wild swim or refreshing dip if you fancy it, then finish with the warmth of the lakeside sauna.

No previous SUP experience needed

It doesn’t matter if you’ve never stepped onto a paddleboard before. Qualified local instructors provide the equipment, guidance and support you need to get started. If you already have some experience, there’s plenty of opportunity to develop your technique while exploring Llyn Padarn.

A welcoming base to come home to

Lodge Dinorwig is more than somewhere to sleep. Your independent 4 star hostel provides a relaxed base for the reunion, with mountain views, cosy communal spaces and home cooked food prepared by your hosts. After a day outside, there’s time for hot showers, good food and an evening together without needing to be anywhere else.

We’ve crunched the numbers to work out the total carbon footprint of the Snowdonia SUP, Swim, Sauna & Trek weekend.

What’s the number?
It works out on average at 29kg of CO2 emissions per person, including all local transport, accommodation, food, activities, leaders, crew and office operations.

The only thing not included is travel to Snowdonia (Eryri). Given that our beloved guests travel from all parts of the UK for this adventure we have no way of reliably knowing their travel plans therefore we’re unable to include an individual number in the figure on display here.

What does the number mean?
To give some meaning to the numbers:

• Driving 20 miles in the car: 6kg CO2e
• The average UK person per day: 41kg CO2e
• A typical Dubai hotel room for the night: 99kg CO2e
• An economy ticket from London to Ibiza: 206kg CO2e
• An economy ticket from London to Vietnam: 1,352kg CO2e
• A business class ticket from London to Vietnam: 3,922kg CO2e
• 10 trees in a temperate forest are estimated to remove approx. 250kg of CO2 from the air over a period of 5 – 10 years.

What are we doing about it?
Our adventures are relatively low-carbon by design, and we’re working to develop long term carbon reduction plan. Following much research into climate change organisations, we carefully selected to support the environmental charity, Cool Earth. They’re a sustainable operation and work with rainforest communities across the globe to halt deforestation and it’s impact on climate change. We invest 1% of our revenue into supporting critical conservation projects world-wild with Cool Earth.

On a local level, we’re an ongoing business member of the Snowdonia Society, plus Jim and Sue, together with some of our local leaders, also help the Society with their local projects such as planting native trees in Snowdonia. This is to help preserve the landscape and enhance wildlife habitat here in Snowdonia.

Want to know more?
We believe that with great travel, comes even greater responsibility. Tourism is one of the most important and largest industries on the planet. It employs more people worldwide than any other, with millions of families relying on tourism for their daily needs. At Adventurous Ewe we believe that our type of small scale, positive impact tourism can bring benefits to many communities, help preserve the environments we travel to see, and provide real and positive social exchanges. Here is our plan to do our part towards helping reduce factors that we can contributing to climate change as part of Tourism Declares a Climate Emergency.

You will be accompanied by certified and local Adventurous Ewe Leaders and SUP Instructors throughout your Snowdonia SUP, Swim, Sauna & Trek weekend.

They’re a friendly bunch with a huge level of care and a great sense of humour. Rest assured they are fully experienced and remote first aid qualified. They will be ultimately responsible for the running of the itinerary and the safety of your group.

Leaders will carry safety equipment and first aid kits with them at all times. Please note, these kits are for emergencies only so please come prepared with your own personal first aid items.

Please note, the itinerary is there as a guide and may change due to unusual weather patterns, the strength of the group, and other unpredictable factors. We will do our very best to keep to the set itinerary; however we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that may occur. In all such circumstances, your Leader will have the final say.

We pride ourselves in small group adventures to minimise the impact on the environment, to maximise your safety & well-being and to make your experience more authentic.

The minimum group size for this trip to run is 10 people. The maximum group size is 14 people.

For any further info or to chat about running a bespoke weekend, we’d love to hear from you at info@adventurousewe.co.uk or call 01492 588 069.

The Snowdonia SUP, Swim, Sauna & Trek weekend is graded as ‘Moderate’ dependent on weather conditions. Preparation is key to help you get the most enjoyment and reward from this adventure. A good level of fitness, endurance and some gritty determination will help you conquer each of the activities.

Trekking: the route follows established paths which are rocky and uneven. There are no technical climbing sections. Hiking boots are highly recommended given the uneven terrain and mountainous weather conditions. The trek should take approx. 6 hours to complete.

Paddleboarding: previous paddleboarding experience is not required as full instruction and support will be provided. As a safety precaution we recommend that you’re able to swim 25m in distance. If you are not a confident swimmer please let us know so we can make the necessary plans. 

A full kit list will be provided when you book on this trip. In summary:

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Paddleboard, paddle and leash
• Buoyancy aid
• Wetsuit (if needed)

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?

BAGS
Soft duffel bag or rucksack for all your kit
Daypack (20-25 litres) for the trek

CLOTHES
Waterproof jacket with hood
Waterproof trousers 
Fleece jacket or similar
Trousers/shorts/skirts for hiking (not jeans)
T-shirts (merino wool or wick fabric)
Underwear and socks
Sunglasses
Sunhat
Warm hat
Something to sleep in
Waterproof hiking boots (worn-in)
Lightweight shoes for around camp

PADDLEBOARDING
Wetsuit supplied (or if you want to use your own in the lake – we suggest 3-5mm)
Swim-suit 
Board shorts and swim vest if forecast for warm weather
Neoprene gloves and socks (optional)
Towel, changing robe or dryrobe

OTHER
Power bank or solar charger
Suncream
Personal first-aid kit (inc. blister treatment)
Personal items (biodegradable toiletries, sanitary wear etc)
Quick-dry towel
Alcohol hand-gel
Headlamp
Reusable water bottle (x1 litre)
Water bladder/camelbak or similar for trek (2 litre capacity)
Favourite snacks and electrolytes 

OPTIONAL
Earplugs
Energy bars and snacks
Camera

To help you get the very best from your multi activity adventure we will provide you with an exclusive Adventurous Ewe discount code to use in independent UK outdoor retailers both online and in store. They offer a large choice of kit that the staff themselves use while climbing, hiking, mountaineering, running, travelling or enjoying expeditions across the globe and they pride themselves on sharing their experience and knowledge of equipment so you can choose the right gear to suit you and your adventure.

The weather in the mountains in Snowdonia can change rapidly so it is essential that you are prepared for all conditions including rain, wind and heat. In the week leading up to your trip we recommend checking the Mountain Weather Information Service. You will also receive weather updates via our mobile travel app.

Please note, the Leader/s reserve the right to change the itinerary at any time should the conditions require it as your safety and wellbeing is our top priority at all times.  In these circumstances we will make the best alternative arrangements possible that maintain the integrity of the original itinerary.

Good food and time around the table are all part of the weekend. Your hosts at Lodge Dinorwig will keep you well fuelled with hearty, home cooked meals throughout your stay.

Your weekend includes:

• 2 home cooked breakfasts
• 2 packed lunches for your days outdoors
• 2 home cooked evening meals
• Dietary requirements catered for with advance notice
• Water refills available at the lodge

Bring your own favourite snacks and trail treats to keep you going between meals.

And mornings at Lodge Dinorwig come with an added bonus. Sonni (your host) makes a cracking coffee, ready to help kick start the day before you pull on your boots or head for the water.

If you’d like a beer, wine or something else with dinner, you’re welcome to bring your own alcohol and enjoy it back at the lodge with the group.

Deposit: £75 per person required on booking.
Remaining balance: £320 per person due for payment no later than 6 weeks prior to the trip start date.
Total cost: £395 per person 

For the latest info regarding booking and travelling with Adventurous Ewe, please visit our website.

Your Adventurous Ewe Leader/s and Crew will have a mobile phones and radios communications in case of emergencies. The team are trained to deal with these situations. Please ensure you listen to your Leader during these times and refrain from putting any posts on social media during this time. Should you find yourself unable to continue with the trek, your Leader and crew will make the necessary arrangements. Depending on the situation, you will be met by the support vehicle (depending on access) and you will be transferred back to your accommodation or nearby medical facility as required. Your Emergency Contact at Adventurous Ewe HQ is Jim Young on 07747 346 588.