2024 Staff Roster

Randall is originally from Canada where he worked as a Junior High PE and social studies teacher. He has spent the last 30 plus years travelling the world and enjoying / teaching various outdoor pursuits including rock climbing, mountain biking, kayaking and triathlon. He looks forward to continuing to share his passion with the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts. 

Edgar has been playing in the mountains in one way or another for about 35 years, hiking, climbing, skiing or anything outdoors. Since coming to Japan from the U.K. in 2007, he also developed a love of cycle touring and SUPing on the rivers and lakes around Nagano. He is looking forward to sharing his joy of the outdoors with you.

Dave is an avid alternative lifestyle sports player. He has climbed extensively in Wales and Cornwall, where he also has led groups in adventures from the wild moors to traversing the stunning coasts, climbing, kayaking and exploring nature. 

He has explored much of the beautiful nature of Nagano on his mountain bike and with his beloved best friend, his dog. 

Dave is also an artist, skateboarder and tai-chi practitioner with over 30 years experience. He loves to share his passions and is keen to help you develop yours. 

Raita is our local expert for the trail systems surrounding all three of the camp locations. He has a passion for cycling, and loves being active or simply chilling out in the outdoors. He looks forward to sharing some of his favorite spots with this year's camp participants. He is also our resident origami, zentangle and crafts expert.

Keely has been spending time in the mountains of British Columbia, Canada, since she was old enough to walk. She spends most of her summers racing bikes (and standing on podiums) in both America and Canada. We are lucky enough to welcome her and her infectious smile to our 2024 summer camp staff roster.  

Midori's loves to be outside. She enjoys SUPing year round, snowboarding and hiking. But her true super power lies in the little things. She enjoys plants, animals, crafts or simply sitting by the river stacking rocks. She truly knows how to spend quality time outdoors. Midori will be filling various roles throughout the program to make our camp life go smoothly.