The Full Story
About
From the moment I could walk and talk 'Just looking to see' was my response to ' Joel! where are you?'. This prompted my family to run and supervise, as I was often atop the fridge, in a tree or on the roof. My curiosity and sense of adventure has only grown since then, but honed in a way that serves my community and the environment.
I have been all of the following but not limited to:
Australian tour bus driver and scuba diver, sea kayak guide and instructor, cross country ski instructor, kids camps facilitator and program director, backcountry camping guide, canoe guide and Big canoe instructor, snowshoe and hiking guide, lead Forest School facilitator and an Interpretive guide for the National Parks.
Looking to Sea is the culmination of decades in the outdoors from the mountain tops to the sea floor. Having seen first hand the damage that tourism does across the globe, I've dedicated my life to the values of Ecotourism and to serving my Community.
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Ecotourism is defined as “responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education” (TIES, 2015).
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Stay curious. Stay kind. Stay safe
Mission
To provide access, inspiration and advocacy towards the natural world and our community.
Vision
"Provide immersive, sustainable, and personalized ecotourism experiences that connect individuals with nature and the community. Through our commitment to environmental stewardship, cultural appreciation, and community engagement, we aim to inspire a deeper understanding of the world and a sense of responsibility for its preservation. We strive to be a catalyst for positive change, empowering travellers to explore, discover, and protect the planet's most captivating destinations."