The arerial playground of Cumbria is a great venue for gliding, which, amazingly enough, does not need lessons or a licence for you to get up in the sky and take to the controls. You will, however, need tuition and advice before taking to the skys. After a short briefing you can be towed or winched into the air and if you're happy, the instructor will hand you the controls until it's time to land. The art lies in finding the rising air to gain height and this can result in sudden and surprising bursts of speed taking you large distances.
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Once you're up in the air over the Lake District you'll be able to experience the landscape in all its glory. A flight with a local ballon operator truly is an experience of a lifetime. You can see where you've already been and trace paths up the fells. No two flights are ever the same since you are drifting on the air. The pilot will offer share a running commentary on what is below. Take a champagne flight with High Adventure and experience the Lake District in a way you will never forget.
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Horseback is a great way to experience the unspoilt Lake District countryside. You could bring your own horse or choose one from a trekking centre. There's something on offer for every level and you could choose an afternoon's riding to try it out or a 6 day trail riding adventure if you're a bit more experienced. The bridleways offer truly spectacular riding, and you can explore quiet lanes, tracks and villages or tackle bigger rides such as 'Back o'Skiddaw.  Beginners are well advised to take it easy, but if you're experienced, you could spend up to 5 hours a day in the saddle. More information from Rookin House Centre which is within easy reach of Ullswater, Keswick and Penrith. Rookin House has been offering a wide variety of outdoor activities for over
20 years. It's family owned and operated and has a strong focus
on both fun and safety.
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Orienteering is an increasing popular activity in Cumbria. It can involve climbing the course of a stream, traversing rocks, squeezing through narrow chasms and even jumping waterfalls. Some of the ghylls feed directly into the Lakes and Cumbria is a high energy venue hosting some of the best ghyll scrambling events in forests and open terrain. The activity is known by various different names: map racing, map hiking and 'cunning running.' Anyone can turn up and take part. It's basically a 'race with navigation' where you are supplied with a map and a course of control points. You can walk, jog or run depending on how seriously competitive you are. Trail Orienteering has been devised for the less able-bodied who are interested in orienteering activities. Licensed activity holders will supply gear such as helmet and protective clothing as well as full instruction on safe descents. They can also help you try out events such as Aquaseiling. More information
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