This year, we will be inviting approximately 40 international guests to the meet, and we are relying on a similar number of volunteer hosts to show the guests what winter climbing in Scotland is all about.

The meets are always a unique experience, and we are looking for enthusiastic and experienced climbers with a good knowledge of the mountains to show the overseas visitors around. Your technical lead grade is less important than the need to be an experienced and competent winter climber with sound navigation skills and the ability to cope safely with all that Scotland can throw at you.

Many of the guests may have done little or no winter climbing so it is vital that you feel confident climbing with such partners. It is also important that you come with a friendly and welcoming attitude to integrate with the foreign guests, many of whom will never have been to Scotland and will often speak little English.

All accommodation, food, and transport will be provided for the small charge of £65 per person for the week - all you have to do is get yourself to Glenmore Lodge.

If you are interested, use this form to apply. Successful applicants will be informed in December.

In the meantime if you need to know anymore about the event or have any specific queries please contact Nick Colton (BMC) on 0161 438 3305 or nick@thebmc.co.uk.