Peter White
Background
Originally from Australia, I have been working in the outdoor sector in Scotland since 2008. In my early years in Australia I spent time bushwalking and generally being outdoors, walking a number of long-distance walking routes. Since being in Scotland I worked primarily in a residential outdoor centre that delivered a mixture of instructor training, residential programmes, expeditions and ski holidays. My role was involved in both the management and leadership of the centre, alongside the practical delivery of the varied instructional programme.
Recently I studied at UHI West Highland and am now both lecturing and instructing on the range of programmes within SOAS.
Teaching Responsibilities
Currently, I am working on the following;
Critical Perspectives of Adventure Education (4th year)
Expeditionary Skills and Leadership (3rd year)
Academic Qualifications
BA (Hons) Adventure Education, UHI
National Governing Body and other Awards/Positions held
Wide range of British Canoeing qualifications in Open Canoe, SUP, WWK and Sea Kayak.
I am a provider for several British Canoeing Leadership, Coaching and Safety qualifications.
Other qualifications include ML, RCI, TCL and BASI Alpine Level 2.
What is your main outdoor interest?
Being outside with friends and family – I particularly enjoy exploring with the kids, discovering new aspects of familiar places! I also spend a lot of time on my SUP, paddling to work when I can.