Mountains

The mountains are where I feel most at home.  Becoming a qualified Mountain Leader felt like a natural progression.

I spent six months in the Himalayas of Northern India, where I developed my strongest foundation in high-altitude mountaineering. During this period I completed multiple multi-day and multi-week expeditions, operating at elevations up to 6,000m in remote and demanding environments, pushing both my physical and mental limits.

Alongside the Himalayas, I have spent time in the Andes of South America, the Atlas mountains in Morocco, and travelled extensively through the Alps. Each range has added another layer to my understanding of movement, weather, and decision-making in mountain terrain, whilst also allowing me to experience different cultures and ways of life.

Outside of mountaineering, I snowboard, which has strengthened my confidence in winter environments and variable mountain conditions.

This year I am focusing on developing my winter mountain skills in the Scottish Highlands, spending the season ice climbing and improving my snowboarding. My long-term goal is to qualify as an International Mountain Leader and work professionally in expedition and mountain guiding environments.