First time back in a canoe for a while! But perfect conditions to leading a group of students on the lake today. Even better was getting our latest summer photo journal in the post! Super memories! Amazing adventures! Read more

It’s been a very long time since I celebrated on my birthday at Fort Martin, but as usual, I’ve managed to stretch the celebrations out as long as possible over several days! I was very happy to do so this year, especially with an ‘out of bed and into the river’ start making a suitably… Read more

Welcome to the new and improved version of the Mountain Lifestyle Blog! After nine years of ‘Blogger’ based blogging, it’s time to upgrade to a slicker and more user friendly platform. Clare has been busy working behind the scenes sorting out the ‘tech’ (not my top strength!) and things are starting to move across to… Read more

It’s not often that we decide to call it a day because it’s too hot to climb, and very rare in Wales. However, today was one of those days. Blistering heat at the crag! Just setting up the ropes was a toil and sweat was pouring off us like we were climbing in Thailand not… Read more

Dashed to the beach after a hot, sweaty, yet productive day. Good snorkelling conditions prevail! One of the only times I’ve snorkelled in the UK for a prolonged period with out a full wetsuit, boots, hat etc… Just a shortie this even.  Clare found loads of crabs and pointed out loads of fish as we… Read more

It’s not often in North Wales that you need to make an alpine start and plan to climb in the shade in order to escape the toasting heat, but today was one of those days! I’ll admit, I was pretty slow getting going when the alarm went off, but in order to make the best… Read more