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| Date | Event | Availability | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| December-January | Kayak guiding in Antarctica | n/a | n/a |
| Feb-March | Downtime/planning/personal paddling , sailing 😁 | n/a | n/a |
| April 2026 | Sea Kayak Leader training clubs | Check dates / request | |
| Bespoke dates | Tiderace Demo Day | Please enquire | Details |
| 24-16 July 2026 | Shetland Sea Kayak Symposium | ||
| 28-31 July 2026 | Shetland Delights and highlights - guiding and coaching day trips | 4 days | Book now |
| October | Tidal Paddling | Details to follow | Register interest |
| October - Nov | Leadership Training | Details to follow | Register interest |
| Date | Trip Details | Availability | How to book |
Spring – late March to mid-May
I offer coaching days and weekends around the coastlines accessible for a day from Edinburgh, including the Firth of Forth, Queensferry, Aberdour, North Berwick, St Abbs, the Farne Islands. Throughout the year I also work for Glenmore Lodge offering National Outdoor Centre.
Summer – June July August
With the longer days and better weather, I run multi-day guided trips and coaching weeks. I will explore the delights of Scotland’s west, east and north coasts and myriad of islands. I look for places to whet the appetite and fire your imagination. I also coach further afield at events, such as Paddle Orkney, and Women’s Sea kayak Festival in Devon, Wales.
Autumn – Sept to early November
Autumn is a time for consolidation and playing in the tide and surf. The coastal waters retain some heat until mid-December but low pressure systems and unpredictable weather is more likely. Dry suits become the norm to make paddling safer and more enjoyable.
November – I take a well earned break, do my taxes and have a rest!!
Winter – Dec-March – I’m heading to Antarctica and then back to enjoy winter mountains in Scotland.