Shane is an experienced educator and outdoor enthusiast with over 10 years of international experience and a passion for creating meaningful, inclusive, and transformative learning experiences. As the Head of Experiential Education at Stamford American International School, he has successfully integrated experiential learning into the curriculum, promoting students’ social, emotional, physical, and mental growth through challenging and engaging experiential learning opportunities. With a background in the outdoors and sport, Shane has taken a keen interest in risk mitigation. His extensive experience organizing school trips sparked his interest in trip planning. He focuses on identifying students’ needs and potential pitfalls in the ever-changing environment of education, ensuring that every trip is not only educational but also safe, inclusive and well-structured. Shane has attended the OFFSEAS conference for the past two years, gaining valuable insights and knowledge from fellow educators and outdoor education professionals.