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National Governing Body Awards

  • BASP Emergency First Aid (16hr)
  • MTLUK Single Pitch Award
  • MLTUK Summer Mountain Leader
  • MLTS Mountain Leader (Winter) training
  • BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach
  • RYA Safety Boat Certificate
  • Full UK driving license with D1/PCV entitlement

I have been working as an outdoor educator since 2004, before which I taught Science in secondary schools in London. I moved to Glasgow with my partner in 2006, and have been exploring the glens and the high tops ever since.

A recent highlight was taking part in the 30th TGO Challenge in May 2009: a crossing of Scotland on foot, carrying all of our gear from the west coast to the east.

I am a firm believer that adventurous experiences in the outdoors, coping in all the different environments and weather that that entails, can help people to live happier, more fulfilled lives. If you want to see for yourself, then why not come with me?

To see what I've been doing lately,  check out my blog.

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