Our Staff
At WDC OES we pride ourselves on the quality of our staff. All our team hold National Governing Body qualifications in the activities they lead and are Disclosure Scotland checked.
What really makes our team so good is the wealth of experience they all have. This has been gained through their own interest, enthusiasm and participation in the activities they lead. Whether it's kayaking, climbing or mountain biking they want to be in the great outdoors.
Senior Outdoor Education Officer
John Hamilton
John has worked in outdoor education for over 20 years. He climbs, bikes, paddles, skis, and also kite surfs. His adventures have taken him all over the world including expeditions to Austria, France and Norway and he's still planning more.
Qualifications
BCU Level 5 Coach
BCU Level 4 Coach (open boat)
BCU Level 3 Coach (sea & surf)
Alpine Ski Leader
BASI Nordic (level 3)
Coaching Process Course Tutor
Moving & Handling Course Tutor
Mountain Bike Leader Tutor
Trail Cycle Leader Tutor
British Orienteering Federation Tutor
Additional Roles
Chair of SCA Coaching committee
Secretary for the Scottish Advisory Panel for Outdoor Education
Head Coach Scotland- Special Olympics
Contact
Tel: 01389 720 753
Email: outdoor.education@west-dunbarton.gov.uk
