Into walking, but need a walking companion? Perhaps we can help each other.

Posted On: Monday 25th May

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Location: Bolton

Into walking but need a walking companion? Perhaps we can help each other. Im 34 and live in Bolton. I have about 20 years walking experience and am comfortable on various terrains from valley walks to the peaks of the Lake District and Wales. I am physically fit and can easily walk 12-14 miles per day. Swimming and tandem riding are two of my other interests, along with piano playing and computers.

The only difference between you and me is that I cannot see. Im simply aiming to build up a pool of guides walking companions outside my family circle, for day walks and/or walking holidays.

Guiding me is very much easier than you might think. I can easily explain to you how to do it, even if youve never guided a blind person before. The main things you need are an open mind and common sense. If youve got those, we should get on great!

To find out more, please contact me on jbr100uk@googlemail.com. To read about the walks I've been doing recently, please visit my walking journal at http://blindwalker.wordpress.com.

John Robinson