Feedback from school groups this summer has again highlighted the incredible expertise, professionalism, care and knowledge that a well trained and experienced in-country expedition leader can bring to a trip. Sadly though, forward-thinking expedition companies that promote, train and invest in overseas leaders are being restricted in how they can promote themselves to schools. Our director, Adrian Ferraro, has spent the summer writing to key decision makers to try and get things changed.
Adrian Ferraro, Director at the STC, recently wrote to the Young Explorers’ Trust in response to an article in their newsletter on “Carbon Offsetting or Environmental Awareness?” amongst youth and school expeditions. We’re delighted that his reply was published in the latest edition of the YET News. Adrian’s letter is below. It’s a subject Adrian is particularly passionate about, so please feel free to get in touch if you’d like to contribute to this debate. Alternatively, you can leave a comment at the bottom of this post.
The Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) is the longest and highest alpine walking track in the world winding 4500kms through the tallest mountain ranges and most isolated communities from Tibet to Pakistan.
