Adventure begins here
Do you have a dream adventure that you're struggling to turn into reality?I offer one to one, bespoke mentoring to go from pipe dream to memories of a lifetime.Mentoring is offered for free to those typically under-represented in the world of adventures.
About
Adventure Mentor is an initiative to share my adventure experience and expertise to enable more people, and from more diverse backgrounds, to feel empowered and informed to go on their own adventures, big or small.Mentoring takes place on a 50 minute video call. We can focus on whichever parts of your adventure you wish: research, equipment, safety, visas, money, when to go, where to go, how to make sure you have fun, and so on!Equally, if you're not sure where to start, I can give some helpful pointers to get us going. My aim is for you to leave the session with clear next steps for your trip preparation, as well as having the belief to confidently take them.Adventure Mentoring is available for free to:
- female, trans or non-binary people
- people of colour
- people from a low income household
- people who are neurodivergent, disabled, or have special educational needs
- people who are LGBTQIAAdventure Mentoring is available to all. If you do not meet the criteria for free mentoring, paid sessions are available. These help cover the costs of the sessions of those from less privileged backgrounds.
Testimonials
"With Jude’s expertise and knowledge, I feel like anyone would find it very beneficial especially when they may just be starting to travel or want to set a challenge for themselves. I feel as if I’ve gained confidence within my plans and Jude has given me that reassurance I was needing. It was great to get advice on how to plan effectively for my upcoming travels." - Mireya"The session gave me a nice confidence boost and it gave me some practical things to look into to help me prepare." - Alice"The session provided me with some reassurance around concerns I’ve had over wild camping every night. As discussed with Jude, it’s totally fine to check into a guest house every 3-4 days and rest up. I received some great tips around fundraising and posting on instagram. I feel even more inspired, and actually a little more relaxed about taking on such an adventure. " - Anon"Jude helped me take the first step to a plan that works for me. An outside perspective was very useful. Jude is a good listener and can provide constructive feedback" - Anon
Profile
Hi, my name's Jude Kriwald. I've been adventuring for as long as I can remember, and have been helping others turn their dreams into adventurous realities for over ten years.My adventure journey started spontaneously and with very poor preparation, aged 18, cycling up "the highest road in the world" in just a pair of cotton trousers and a wooly jumper. Equally terrified and enthralled, I took two lessons away from that experience. Firstly, I knew I was hooked on adventure and wanted more of it. Secondly, I knew I had to prepare better if I wanted to rely on more than mere luck to come back to tell the stories.Since then, my adventures have taken me from England to India by bicycle, alone through West African rainforests, trekking solo in Pakistan's Karakorum mountains, hitch-hiking on yachts through the Caribbean and on winter ascents of snowy peaks.Whether it's a one-night camp out or the expedition of a lifetime, I've been privileged to guide others by joining them on their adventures. From a first-ever adventure, camping overnight in the woods, to driving a van from Shanghai to Istanbul or guiding Lands' End to John o'Groats, I've loved the thrill of enabling people to get out into the wild. I was honoured to win the British Exploring Society's Leader of the Year Award for my work volunteering as Basecamp Manager in 2024.Adventures makes us stronger, healthier and give us clarity. They build confidence, teach invaluable lessons and often provide us with new friends for life.I can't be on the road all the time, however, so Adventure Mentor is my initiative to support your adventure by giving you the space to explore the most pressing questions, talk through your biggest fears, and work out the steps you need to make your dream adventure come true.In 2024, I was honoured to recieve the British Exploring Society's Leader of the Year Award for my contribution as Basecamp Manager, a voluntary role supporting teenagers and young adults from challenging backgrounds on an expedition in the Scottish Highlands.Instagram