Roaming Free Podcast - Episode 15 - The Right Kit for Every Adventure: Craig Bolton’s Story

In Episode 15 of the Roaming Free Podcast, hosts Ian Henderson and Steve Fleming are joined by Craig Bolton from GoOutdoors, a knowledgeable and passionate outdoor enthusiast. Craig shares stories from his youth, when joining a local boys’ club — and meeting an inspiring leader named Rod — first sparked his love for adventure and the natural world.

That early encouragement led Craig to study an Outdoor Leaders’ course at college, where he developed his skills and went on to become a Mountain Leader and Forest School instructor. Throughout the episode, Craig intertwines his personal journey with practical advice on choosing the right equipment for different outdoor settings, from mountain expeditions to woodland learning environments.

Warm, insightful, and full of experience, Craig’s story is a celebration of how early inspiration, good mentorship, and the right gear can set you on a lifelong path of exploration and connection with the outdoors.