Younger People
empowering older students.
Treks for students and young adults
We are delighted to offer a unique series of programs tailored for schools and colleges aimed at empowering older students. These specially designed adventures give them an opportunity to connect with nature while demonstrating the importance of working together to overcome challenges and cultivate valuable life skills.
These treks are particularly useful for inspiring young men, who walking alongside females, helps to challenge the idea that capabilities are not dictated by gender. Led by both male and female experienced mountaineers, this collaborative environment fosters a sense of mutual respect for each other’s contributions.
Our adventure treks span some of the UK’s most iconic UK destinations. Through these experiences, we aim to motivate young people to realise their potential through teamwork, developing camaraderie between all those participating, and providing students with a valuable sense of achievement.
Epic adventures for young people. Expertly Guided.
When does their next adventure begin?
Unique treks and talks.
Adventure Awaits
Adventure Treks
- Climbing the UK’s Three Highest Peaks: Ben Nevis, Mount Snowdon, and Scafell Pike. 3 nights/4 days
- Exploring the Jurassic Coast: Walking in the footsteps of dinosaurs. 2 nights/3 days
- Hiking Hadrian’s Wall: Discovering the most northern boundaries of the Roman Empire. 3 nights/4 days
- The 3 Peaks Challenge: It’s not called a challenge for nothing. Set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. 24 hours
Motivational Talks
Jonathan offers motivational talks that cover a range of topics, including:
- Adventure Preparation and Mindset: Preparing mentally and physically for adventures.
- Personal Journey: Jonathan’s transformation from a dyslexic pupil perceived as disruptive, to attempting a world record trek to the South Pole.
- Career Insights: How he co-founded one of the UK’s most exciting adventure services.
Customisation for schools
My treks as well as presentations can be tailored to meet the specific needs of your organisation, aiming to resonate with various age groups and inspire students to pursue their passions.
Expertly Guided. made for young people.
specially designed Epic Challenges
building skills & confidence.
Unique dining experiences by renowned Michelin star chef, Adam Simmonds
“One of the ten most notable chefs of the decade”
Walking With My Bear are proud to partner with one of the UK’s most renowned Michelin star chefs -Adam Simmonds, to create unique dining experiences as part of our UK and overseas adventures, and for treks with young people.
Adam is recognised as one of the UK’s leading chefs, having first earned Michelin star status in 2006 and again in 2010 for three consecutive years. He has consistently received top accolades within the culinary industry and was named by The Good Food Guide as one of the ten most notable chefs of the decade.
Throughout his career, Adam has worked with several of the country’s most prestigious restaurants, including Le Gavroche, The Ritz, The Halkin, The Conservatory at The Lanesborough, Les Saveurs, L’Escargot, Heathcotes, and Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons.
Adam is passionate about supporting others with their mental health and wellbeing and actively supports social initiatives. He is a Chief Ambassador for The Burnt Chef Project, which promotes mental health and wellbeing within the hospitality sector., Chef Director at Home Kitchen, a fine dining establishment in London’s Primrose Hill that offers employment opportunities for individuals who have experienced homelessness, and Ambassador for the children’s charity, KidsOut, who support children who have experienced emotional, violent, and sexual abuse and live in women’s refuges.
Join Adam Simmonds and celebrity guest, Malique Thompson-Dwyer as part of our unique Kilimanjaro adventure, when Adam will be attempting to break the world record for cooking at high altitudes.
turning Their aspirations into realities
LET’S GO!