3 students 'sat at the feet' of Ian.  He covered planning - research the trip, considerations, analytical approach, length/time, grade, party members/party size, other considerations, it description;  to the start - considerations; on the walk - good leader, mental outlook, party welfare, rate of travel, obstacles and unknown terrain, keep party together, opportunities for losing people, rests and lunch; campsites - selection, time of day, campfires; getting going - time, campsite; walk's end.  Some practical exercises were included.

All that sounds a bit dry, but it really came alive through all the information and Ian's vast experience.  It put into perspective my miniscule experience in the little corner of the world I prefer - there is a big world to walk out there and some very accomplished walkers.  Heaps of new stuff for me and some confirmation of the things I do.

Delish supper and we worked on till after 11pm, so covered all the material.  All that remains is ... to do it!

Thanks Ian, great stuff.