Outdoor Lives by Mike Raine

Hazel Moran of the Martin Moran Foundation talks to Dr. Nathan Chrismas for the Outdoor Lives Podca

Outdoor Lives by Mike Raine

Show Notes

Helen Moran of the Martin Moran Foundation talks to Dr. Nathan Chrismas for the Outdoor Lives Podcast The https://www.martinmoranfoundation.co.uk/ aims to inspire people through the power of mountain adventure, climbing and community in wild places. To elevate the lives of young people through purpose, passion and powerful experiences in the mountains and to remove barriers for young people who want to explore the beauty, freedom and value of our natural world. Find how Martin’s son and daughter are leading the work of the foundation

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