I would like to find out from anyone who has an ML(W) and IML/EML what the
differences are to the ML (apart from snow on the ML(W) - I can work that
bit out for myself).
What different skills are needed? Is it any harder (relatively)?
I have read the relevant syllabuses, but I thought people with personal
experience would give a better perspective. So far, I have spoken to one
guy who has an EML. The only really useful thing he could say is that the
EML has a focus on fitness / agility over the ground, not just getting over
it safely - measured by speed nav tests and observation of your balance /
grace over the ground (well, that's me out!).
I've passed my ML assessment (well, subject to approval of my reformatted
log book, which I have only had verbal confirmation is good enough) and
after a very pleasant few days of winter walking in the Lakes, I have
started to get the urge to do more winter walking and perhaps have a go at
an ML(W) (at least as far as the training course). Long term, I would be
interested in an IML as I like to walk in Spain and may start up a
semi-professional / part time business running walking tours there (I have
already taken one group of friends there and many groups to UK hill areas).
All advice would be gratefully received.
Have fun,
Paul