Charlie Andrews, UIMLA Certified International Mountain Leader

Growing up in Shrewsbury, UK, Charlie was surrounded by the rolling Shropshire Hills, which was the perfect setting for a childhood of mountain biking, orienteering and enjoyment of the great outdoors. His growing love for the mountains continued in Snowdonia; trekking, wild camping and climbing with his friends in the best and worst of British weather. He then had his first taste of alpine climbing in Switzerland, where experiencing the more demanding mountain conditions of the alpine environment he has since strived to develop the techniques for safe travel through the mountains.

Graduating from the University of Sheffield in 2014 with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Charlie has since spent his time between the Italian Dolomites, French and Austrian Alps. During these years he has guided treks and road cycle rides in the summer, lead ski days and snowshoe walks in the winter. His favorite past time is ski mountaineering; combining the exercise and climbing skills on the way up with the enjoyment and thrill of the ski down. With a great interest in alpine flora and fauna, geography and geology, Charlie is keen to share his knowledge and enthusiasm with others.