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Best Foot Forward is run by outdoor guide Bob McLachlan, who has over 27 years of experience in adventure racing and guiding. The focus is on training, trips, and guiding in the Southern Lakes region, with a particular strength in water-based activities.
Schools looking to add outdoor education to their programmes can benefit from the wide range of activities offered. These include kayaking, rafting, canoeing, hiking, biking, and snowshoeing. Bob also provides multi-sport training, making Best Foot Forward a versatile choice for groups that want to combine different outdoor pursuits.
Water skills are a speciality. Best Foot Forward provides tuition in kayaking, rafting, and canoeing for individuals, teams, and groups. This training builds skills and confidence on the water, whether students are beginners or more experienced.
Trips are designed to be small, personalised, and tailored to each group. Schools can work with Best Foot Forward to create programmes that suit their students’ abilities and goals. Options can combine river activities with hiking or biking, creating an adventure experience that is varied and engaging.
With extensive experience and a commitment to safety and skill development, Best Foot Forward provides schools with opportunities to introduce students to adventure in a structured way. The mix of training and guided trips ensures students are both challenged and supported as they learn.
Best Foot Forward is an ideal outdoor education provider for schools in the Southern Lakes region wanting to build skills through real adventure.
