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In Earthwise Geoff writes about the Slow movement (page 36), whilst Richard shares his canoe commute with pointers for group practice on page 33. That said, slowing down isn’t for everyone… seeing as we all experience and connect with our environments in different ways. Thinking about different types of sessions (see ‘How to street paddle’ on page 13), as well as sharing ideas, for example on how we can use technology (page 26) or storytelling effectively (page 29), is uber useful. But more than this, it’s important as a sector to ask ourselves tough questions, like “are there enough career pathway opportunities for individuals with visual impairment?”. Jess does exactly this on page 12, as an extension of the celebratory article about GB Archery instructor Rachel Hanks, who is visually impaired (page 10). Discussing accessibility and opportunity is part of identifying what the future looks like for Outdoor Learning, but there are of course many facets. So, it’s worth reading ‘This is a holiday for you too, right?’ (page 17) about the stigma attached to Outdoor professionals, before you book your ticket to attend the Strategic Forum (page 23): the place to have these conversations. Please also join us in paying respect to the inspirational and influential Barbara Roscoe (née Spark), whose legacy lives on through her many students (page 8). n Editor Carmen Byrne [email protected] Review Board Daniel Towers Richard Ensoll Jason King Graham French Liam Scott Bob Larcher Sam Lee Lizzie Harrington Colin Wood Geoff Cooper Marcus Bailie Horizons Office IOL, Warwick Mill Business Centre Warwick Bridge, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA4 8RR T: 01228 564580 F: 01228 564581 E: [email protected] W: www.outdoor-learning.org PRINTER: Fingerprints, Barrow-in-Furness p2 HORIZONS 86 (Summer 2019) contents 26 10 Featuring Horizons 86 17 38 13 Contribute Features Material for publication is welcome. 08 In memory. Barbara Roscoe, 1936–2019 Articles, press releases, photographs – Graham French, with others, remembers a leading light in outdoor learning. etc., should be sent to the Editor. The Editor will try to return all 10 “I won’t let blindness stop me.” Rachel Hanks gains Archery GB Instructor Award unsolicited material but cannot accept – Jane Percival, editor of Archery UK tells us about a remarkable young responsibility for it. woman. Contributor guidelines: www.outdoor-learning.org/Help/How- 12 Leaders with visual impairment – are there enough opportunities? Do-I – Dr Jess Macbeth shares her thoughts. 13 How to… Street paddle. A gateway to new adventures. The opinions expressed in this – Jason Wragg shares his interest in this gateway activity to other board sports. magazine are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of 17 This is a holiday for you too, right? Social stigma surrounding a career in the the Editor, the Editorial Board, or IOL. outdoors – Tom Kilpatrick reflects on the perceptions. COPYRIGHT of the magazine as a publication is vested in the Editor. 22 The Celebrating Outdoor Learning Awards 2019 – the last chance to enter. Copyright of articles remains with the individual authors who will receive a 23 “Continuing Conversations” Sector Strategic Forum. copy of the issue in which their article – Join us on October 3rd to influence the outdoor learning sector. appears. Reproduction in whole AIMing for good practice in safety or in part is forbidden without the 24 express permission of the Editor who – Sophia Reed of AIM on accident prevention and claims defensibility. is normally happy to grant requests for 26 Digital technology and outdoor learning educational purposes. – David Hills on a framework for decision-making. 29 The magic of story-telling in outdoor learning – Danny English answers questions on The Happiness Tree. DESIGN & PRODUCTION: 32 Reader’s review – Dinah Johnson on The Happiness Tree. Fiona Exon 33 Canoe commute ADVERTISING: on an everyday adventure through time and space. Contact Fiona Exon at IOL – Richard Ensoll [email protected] IOL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY: Where possible IOL uses Regulars environmentally-friendly printing 02 Editorial – Carmen Byrne processes. Horizons is printed using a waterless printing process and where 04 Scanning the horizon – Resource recommendations. possible uses recycled paper. It is mailed to members and subscribers 07 IOL insights – Updates on IOL activities for members and the sector. in 100% compostable potato starch wrapping. 20 Professional matters – What makes Outdoor Learning, Outdoor Learning? – Neal Anderson, IOL Professional Standards Manager, asks. Cover photo: © Thomas B. via Pixabay 36 Earthwise – Taking it slowly. Slow Outdoors: bringing us to our senses. – Geoff Cooper. ©2019 Carmen Byrne 38 Love our outdoors – Catch up with sector news, latest research and resources. ISSN 1462 - 0677 40 Perspectives – Andy Robinson, IOL CEO looks at ‘Life after Licensing’. p3 HORIZONS 86 (Summer 2019) Who says faster is better? RESOURCE: In Praise of Slow by Carl Honore (published by Orion in 2005) WHY IT’S USEFUL: Who says faster is always better? Who decided that as full members of society our function is to consume more and more? This book explains some of the consequences of accelerated living and offers a clarion call for all those who feel there must other speeds and other resources approaches to living. WHERE TO FIND IT: More information about Carl Honore and In Meaningful Praise of Slow can be found at http://www.