My name is… Charlotte

Job Title… Outdoor Instructor

Original Country… United Kingdom

Specialising in… Appreciating nature and pointing out wildlife to everyone.

Previous Experience… I worked for the United Kingdom’s largest outdoor camp provider, PGL, as an Activity Instructor/Group Leader (Study) for four seasons. I then went on to become a Tutor and sequentially a Senior Tutor at the Field Studies Council, which is an environmental education charity in the UK. In addition, I have completed my Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and I am a qualified Hill and Moorland Leader.

Why I love Lakewood… Getting to meet lots of new people, supporting guests to challenge themselves and grow their comfort zones, and learning amazing things about Aotearoa/New Zealand from our staff team and visitors. Plus, the view from Low Ropes hill across Lake Whangape is pretty special!

My Favourite Movie… The Parent Trap with Lindsay Lohan.

Favourite Lakewood Animal… Tilly the dog

Favourite Food at the Lodge… Nancy’s amazing nachos!

Favourite Lakewood Lodge Disco song… YMCA

Favourite Activity to Instruct… Flying Fox!