Sticky Adventure Lecture

- News article posted on Monday 15 Feb 2010 at 09:11 by Jim Hardcastle

Jim's unique style of project planning will be the subject of his lecture to post-grad students at Birmingham University next week. The simple but practical technique he uses will be explained using examples from his time as a Ranger, volunteering in Zambia, helping outdoor adventure companies and most recently his role with the Avon & Somerset Search and Rescue Team.

- Posted on Monday 15 Feb 2010 at 09:11 by Jim Hardcastle

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