WHO AM I?

 I arrived in the Lake District National Park (A World Heritage Site) 25 years ago. After a short visit, assisting at a prestigious local outdoor education centre, I instantly decided to make it my home. From day one, I fell in love with the lakes, mountains and local characters that lived in the area. I was very fortunate to have been mentored, in these early days, by some of the most respected, qualified and experienced outdoor professionals in the country, who were the best in the business at providing quality outdoor experiences. I began a truly unique and inspiring journey exploring the local mountains, lakes and rivers. We rock climbed, scrambled, walked, biked, skied and paddled as often as possible. I learnt the skills and mindset to stay safe, lead a group and have great times in wild places, in all weathers and with all kinds of people. I like to think that I have now achieved the same status as those respected instructors who inspired me. I try to share my love and knowledge of the National Park with all those who I guide and hope to pass on this passion for the outdoors that was given to me. I have been a freelancer in the Lake District, and other mountain areas, for the past 15 years, working with a variety of outdoor providers. My work has included leading school groups on multi activity and educational trips, corporate training, instructing Duke of Edinburgh Training and Assessment and overseeing conservation projects. I am also experience in supporting individuals and groups with sensory, learning and physical disabilities. This includes those with the most complex needs, who can only safely access the great outdoors within a very specialised outdoor education setting. For testimonials from a few of the companies I have worked for please see below.