Past & Current Trainee Profiles

Trainee Scheme 2010

Anta Misina

From: Riga, Latvia

Education / Work Experience: Foundation Degree in Sports Therapy from Plymouth University.

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked for Compass and for High Adventure Summer Camps as a multi activity instructor.

Other / General Info: I am very passionate about all outdoor sports, particularly skiing, snowboarding, rock climbing and mountaineering. I am a qualified snowboard instructor but I also love other sports such as swimming, volleyball etc. Other interests include reading, travel and sports psychology.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2010
SPA Trained & assessment planned for September 2010.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe planned for August 2010
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for October 2010 for any future DI
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Trained.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Dave Hooker

From: Kings Worthy, Winchester

Education / Work Experience: NVQ Level 1, 2 & 3 in Construction Plant Maintenance & Repair and NVQ Level 2 Activities Leadership.

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked at Go Ape, Acron Venture & Kingswood as a climbing and High Ropes Instructor.

Other / General Info: I have a love of all things ‘outdoors’. Particular passions include kayaking, climbing, snow boarding & power kiting.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2010
SPA Trained & assessment planned for September 2010.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe planned for August 2010
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified had prior to arrival at HA
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for October 2010 for any future DI
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Trained.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Kris Rawson

From: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Education / Work Experience: BA (Hons) Leisure, Recreation & Management from lancaster University.

Prior Outdoor Experience: West Lancashire Scouts and High Adventure Summer Camps as a multi activity instructor.

Other / General Info: My main interests are travel & outdoor pursuits. I am currently working towards my Mountain Leaders qualification, my other passions are climbing, running & mountain biking.

Laura Noades

From: Gosport, Hampshire

Education / Work Experience: A Levels in Classical Civilisation, Photography, Psychology & English Literature.

Prior Outdoor Experience: I have no previous outdoor centre experience but I have a total comittment & drive to work in an outdoor centre. I have recently completed a 300 mile expedition paddling the South Nahanni River in the North West Territories of Canada, this was 300 miles of grade 3 river.

Other / General Info: I love all outdoor sports, particularly canoeing, climbing & hill walking, my other interests include Scuba Diving, Photography (particularly outdoor photography) and Judo.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2010
SPA Trained & assessment planned for September 2010.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe planned for August 2010
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for October 2010 for any future DI
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) planned for May 2010.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Training planned for May 2010
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Neil Jackson

From: South Croxton, Leicestershire

Education / Work Experience: HNC in Mechanical Engineering.

Prior Outdoor Experience: I have a love for all things ‘outdoorsy’, particularly climbing, kayaking and hill walking. Currently got my Level 2 kayak Coach, 4* kayak, 2& Canoe and CST.

Other / General Info: Passionate about sports expeditions. I have recently been to Nepal & the White Nile on kayaking expeditions and also the French Alps. I love climbing and have just done my first E1, currently looking to push my grades further.

Steve Stannard

From: Fareham, Hampshire

Education / Work Experience: BSc (Hons) Sport and Physical Education from the University of Bedford.

Prior Outdoor Experience: YMCA Fairthorn Manor & Super Camps as a multi activity instructor.

Other / General Info: My main interests are all things ’sporty’, my long term aim is to become a PE Teacher, but with the intention of increasing the amount of ‘outdoor activities’ to the mainstream PE curriculum, hence my reasons for becoming an outdoor instructor.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2010
SPA Trained & assessment planned for September 2010.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe planned for August 2010
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Training planned for October 2010 for any future DI
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) planned for May 2010.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Training planned for May 2010
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Trainee Scheme 2009

Jena English

From: Birmingham, West Midlands

Education / Work Experience: Worked in the Youth Sector / Youth Service.

Prior Outdoor Experience: No formal experience, training or qualifications, just a passion for the outdoors.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2009
SPA Training & assessment- qualified climbing instructor.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak planned for August 2009
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Jena has accepted a position as a Developing Instructor at High Adventure starting in January 2010

Lindsey Buckman

From: Ipswich, Suffolk

Education / Work Experience: National Diploma in Public Services

Prior Outdoor Experience: Worked at NST after finishing college, then worked at PGL in Wales for three seasons as an Activity Instructor. I also worked at a summer camp in America.

Other / General Info: I have a love for the outdoors and discovered I wanted to be an instructor when I walked Blencathra with my college. In my free time I enjoy walking, canoeing and snowboarding.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2009
SPA Training & assessment- qualified climbing instructor.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Lindsey has accepted a position as a Developing Instructor at High Adventure starting in January 2010

Matt Stapley

From: Surrey

Education / Work Experience: Certificate of Higher Education in Accounting & Finnace, 3 A-C A Levels.

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked as a mountaineering & climbing instructor within the British Army.

Other / General Info: I am a very keen triathlete and ultramarathon runner, but love all things outdoors, running is my main passion though.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2009
SPA Training & assessment- qualified climbing instructor.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak planned for August 2009
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Trained and Assessment planned for October 2009
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Matt has accepted a position as a Developing Instructor at High Adventure starting in January 2010

Laura Dooher

From: Huddersfield, West Yorkshire

Education / Work Experience: Diploma Level 3 Anatomy & Physiology, Swedish Massage, 9 grade A-C GCSE’s

Prior Outdoor Experience: Worked at Kingswood Outdoor Education Centre as an instructor for 12 months. Prior to that has been involved in a lot of outdoor sports throughout childhood and later years. Personal interests lean heavily towards climbing & paddling.

Other / General Info: Never really enjoyed a 9-5 job and as such really enjoyed working as an outdoor instructor / within the outdoor industry. Interacting with children and seeing their enthusiasm is the rewards I seek to help motivate me to be an outdoor instructor.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2009
SPA Training & assessment- qualified climbing instructor.BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak planned for August 2009
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Trained
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Caroline Bales

From: Cornwall

Education / Work Experience: BA (Hons) Outdoor Education. Used to teach & perform dance.

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked at an activity centre for disabled people & freelanced at an outdoor education centre in Devon. Scuba Diver.

Other / General Info: Come from a dance background, has now moved into the outdoors for the ‘freedom & challenge’ the outdoors provides.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA) Trained.
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2009
SPA Trained – Climbing instructor trained prior to arrival at HA
SPA Assessment planned for September 2009
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak qualified
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Trained and Assessment planned for October 2009.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Caz has accepted a position as a Developing Instructor at High Adventure starting in January 2010

Rory King

From: Newcastle Upon Tyne

Education / Work Experience: Whitley Bay High School

Prior Outdoor Experience: Previously worked at Kingswood Outdoor Education Centre.

Other / General Info: Interested in climbing & paddlesports in particular but like all things outdoors, archery and bushcraft as well as general hill walking, mountain biking and other outdoor sports.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified
SPA Training & assessment- qualified climbing instructor.
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak planned for August 2009
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Mark Chyrssanthou

From: Leeds

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification).
Level 1 Cave Instructor Training – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Assessment planned for October 2009
SPA Training – Climbing instructor Trained
SPA Assessment planned for May 2009
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe & Kayak qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach Qualified
BCU 3 star Kayak planned for August 2009
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for November 2009
MIAS Level 1 Mountain Bike Instructor (Trail Leader) Qualified.
MIAS Level 2 Mountain Bike (Techinical Leader) Qualified.
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Trainee scheme 2008 – 09

David Maw

From: West Yorkshire

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
Level 1 Cave Instructor Trained – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified, David has now passed cularly canoeing, climbing &sessment. David will be doing his Level 2 Cave Training sometime in 2009.
SPA Trained – Climbing instructor trained.
SPA Qualified
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak booked for September 2008.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: David has accepted a place on the Developing Instructor (DI) scheme starting 1st February 2009.

Chris Reade

From: Derbyshire

Education / Work Experience: Degree in Outdoor Activities Management

Prior Outdoor Experience: Has been actively involved in outdoor activities from a young age through his involvement in the scouting movement. Chris’ main interests are kayaking, hill walking & climbing.

Other / General Info: Over the following year I want to work towards my NGB awards in caving, climbing & canoeing.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
Level 1 Cave Instructor Trained – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor assessment planned to be taken in October (personal day) and November (group day) 2008
SPA Trained – Climbing (had prior to arrival)
SPA Qualified
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak booked for September 2008.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Chris has accepted a place on the Developing Instructor (DI) scheme starting 1st February 2009.

Mark Lovett

From: Bristol

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
Level 1 Cave Instructor Trained – British Caving Association (BCA)
Level 1 Cave Instructor Personal Day Qualified
Level 1 Cave Instructor Qualified. Mark has now passed both his personal & group assessment day.
SPA Trained – Climbing (had prior to arrival)
SPA Qualified
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak booked for September 2008.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Mark has accepted a job with Outward Bound Aberdovey.

Justyna Baryla

From: Poland

Education / Work Experience: MA in Polish Language & Journalism; BA in Teaching English as a Foreign Language.

Prior Outdoor Experience: Spent 1 year working in 2 outdoor centres in Wales, gaining an excellent insight into the British Outdoor Industry and also at working with a variety of school & youth groups.

Other / General Info: Really enjoys kayaking & climbing, particularly limestone climbing. Just starting to fall in love with Yorkshire Gritstone.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
BCA Level 1 Cave training & assessment – Justyna chose not to do the caving qualification.
SPA Trained – Climbing (had prior to arrival)
SPA Qualified
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Teaching assistant whilst Justyna works towards qualifying as an English Teacher.

Piotrek Baryla

From: Poland

Education / Work Experience: MA in Politics

Prior Outdoor Experience: Enjoys Hill & Mountain Walking, Kayaking, Climbing and Caving.

Other / General Info: Passion in life is all things outdoors. Wants to go on and run his own outdoor education centre.

Whilst at HA:
First Aid qualified (16 hour ‘outdoor appropriate’ first aid qualification) – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre
BCA Level 1 Cave training & assessment – Piotrek chose not to do the caving qualification.
SPA Trained – Climbing (had prior to arrival)
SPA Qualified
BCU Canoe Safety Test
BCU 2 Star Canoe qualified
BCU 3 Star Canoe qualified
BCU Level 1 Canoe Coach trained & qualified
BCU 2 & 3 star Kayak – had prior to arrival at High Adventure Outdoor Education Centre.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Trained.
BCU Level 2 Canoe Coach Assessment planned for December 2008
MIAS Mountain Bike Trail Leader qualified
In house approved to run High Ropes Course, Low Ropes Course, Archery, Climbing (indoor wall), Abseiling (abseil platform), Bouldering, Team Building, Local Adventure Walk

Gone on to: Freelance outdoor instructor.

Trainee scheme 2007 – 08

Adam Godwin

From: Rossendale, East Lancs.

Education / Work Experience: Bsc Computer Science.

Outdoor Experience: Fell runner since the age of 10, a general interest in all things. ‘outdoors’ but with little technical expertise or knowledge in canoeing, climbing or caving. Very keen outdoor enthusiast with a passion for all outdoor sports.

Other general Information: Adam is developing software that is designed to help fell runners choose the quickest route over mountainous terrain. This development work is a combination of Adams passion for the outdoors & his degree in Computer Science.

Gone on to: Got a job as an instructor with Outward Bound Ullswater.
Whilst at HA:Adam has become a qualified canoe instructor, SPA Climbing instructor and ML trained and a cave leader. Adam now works as an instructor at Outward Bound Ullswater.

Nath Hill

From: Worcestershire

Education / Work Experience: HND in Outdoor Recreation Management.
Outdoor Experience: Has had an interest in outdoors since his early school years. Mainly enjoys kayaking, climbing & hill walking with a bit of snow sports thrown in.

Whilst at HA: Nath has become a qualified climbing & canoeing instructor.

Simon Lucas

From: Durham

Outdoor Experience: Very keen paddler from the age of 9. And has always had an interest in the outdoors covering a wide variety of activities.
Other general Information: Involved in informal coaching in a variety of kayaking disciplines for 7 years, it was after considering what I had been doing that I realised I wanted to go and get my ‘tickets’ in several outdoor sports.

Whilst at HA: Simon has gained his qualifications as a kayak instructor, canoe instructor, he is also a climbing & caving instructor. Simon now works for Outward Bound – Ullswater.

James Miller

From: Roker, Sunderland

Education / Work Experience: 7 GCSE’s A – C; 3 AS Levels. Has worked at Sunderland Climbing Wall for over a year.

Outdoor Experience: Lots of experience gained from involvement in the cubs, scouts, sea scouts & venture scouts and in addition to this was involved in a 200 hour voluntary work placement with an outdoor company.

Other general Information: Into kite boarding, music particularly playing the guitar and juggling.

Whilst at HA: James has become a qualified climbing & canoe instructor and caving instructor.

James Atkinson

From: Colne, East Lancashire

Prior Outdoor Experience: James came with a broad experience in all things outdoors with a preference towards climbing & paddling.

Whilst at HA: James is a qualified canoe instructor, climbing instructor (SPA) & Cave instructor. James now works as an instructor for Newlands.

2006 – 07

Ben Seal

Outdoor Experience: Keen outdoor enthusiast particularly climbing.

Gone on to: Full time instructor with Derbyshire LEA having become a fully qualified climbing instructor, caving instructor & canoeing instructor whilst at High Adventure OEC. Ben also gained his PCV driving licence enabling him to drive 17 seater minibuses.

Gemma Dixon

From: Woodbridge, Suffolk

Education / Work Experience: Degree in Social Policy from York University.
Outdoor Experience: Very keen paddler, particularly kayaking. She has also had experience at some other centres on summer schemes.

Gone on to: Full time instructor with High Adventure OEC.

Whilst at HA: Gemma has gained her canoeing and caving instructor qualifications, her SPA training and has also passed her PCV Minibus driving test, she is now a full time instructor with High Adventure OEC.

Phil Dostal

Education / Work Experience: Bsc Degree in Geology.

Outdoor Experience: Keen Cyclist all round outdoor sports.

Gone on to: Full time instructor with Acorn Venture having become a fully qualified climb, cave & canoe instructor.

Kirsty Chuchla

Outdoor Experience: Keen outdoor enthusiast with no particular strengths prior to starting her Trainee Year.

Gone on to: Full time instructor with Ardroy OEC having become a qualified climb, canoe & cave instructor.

2005 – 06

Caroline Brown

Education / Work Experience: Degree in Economics.

Other general Information: Keen all rounder outdoor enthusiast with lots of endurance experience in running / adventure racing.

Gone on to: Running her own Corporate Team Building & Training Company – Ignite Corporate Events.

John Wilson

Outdoor Experience: Keen walker & climber also interested in the environment & conservation.

Gone on to: Working as an instructor at Ardroy OEC.

Fiona Sellar

Education / Work Experience: University graduate

Outdoor Experience: A keen skier and outdoor enthusiast with no particular strengths.

Gone on to: Working as an instructor at Howtown OEC.

Gary Burdett

Education / Work Experience: University Graduate

Outdoor Experience: Keen climber, surfer and outdoor enthusiast.

Gone on to: Full time instructor at Outward Bound Aberdovey.

Liz Lee

Outdoor Experience: Keen climber, caver and outdoor enthusiast.

Gone on to: Full time instructor at Sutherland Lodge.

Drew Kibble

Outdoor Experience: Keen caver, climber and outdoor enthusiast.

Gone on to: Working as an instructor for PGL – Spain.

2004 – 05

Helen Maddox

Education / Work Experience: University Graduate.

Outdoor Experience: A keen outdoor enthusiast with no paticular strengths.

Gone on to: Full time instructor at Outward Bound Aberdovey.

Emma Proctor

Outdoor Experience: A keen outdoor enthuisiast with no particular strengths.

Gone on to: Working as an instructor with ProActive Education.

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