A fine finish to a day, with a birthday party on the beach for Bex. After a rather longer than expected hike through the sand dunes, we found the crew in a sheltered little alcove, with fire, BBQ and even some complimentary drinks, to say thanks for some recent work we’d done.  It was overcast, Read more

A super day teaching orienteering in the woods above Conwy. Great views of the river and a keen team meant that the day really flew by as we hunted the markers of the permeant course.  Bluebells are starting to carpet the forest floor too. Just need some warmer temperatures now! Read more

A different kind of days work today, supporting a group event. As part of an adventure day for a big team of students, I had to set up some abseil challenges at the end of the lake. We just got things rigged in time for the arriving groups. Then enjoyed a sunny morning on the Read more

A blissful Monday was spent at The Cottage, trying to catch up on some rest, relaxation and a bit of life admin. All was calm and there was no urgency to get out and about. Since arriving home from Serbia, Clare has been travelling for work and it feels a bit like we’ve not had Read more

It’s been a social, busy and logistically challenging weekend! After arriving back from the Reef gig, I was straight out to help at a camp, then spent the day on Paddleboards on Llyn Padarn with some visiting students. From there I travelled to Plas y Brenin for the AGM of the Association of Mountaineering Instructors, Read more

Of all the bands I’ve seen live, I think Reef are the one that I’ve seen the most over the years. I’ve been following their progress ever since being introduced to them by Wally when I was at school and seeing them play when they were starting out.  This gig was actually booked for last Read more