Jack has been part of Roots since 2023 and has grown into a confident leader, trusted Director and positive role model for younger members. Whether he’s supporting others on challenging Routes hikes, opening Project Room, or encouraging the next generation to get involved, Jack brings energy, dedication and a genuine passion for helping people thrive.
Jack has been attending Roots activities since 2023, after being introduced to us by his sister. Known as the “Old Man” of the group, he naturally looks out for the younger boys, encouraging their love of football, PS5 and the outdoors. Jack really shines as a youth leader on our Routes hikes, motivating others, helping them through difficult climbs, and supporting them to succeed in extreme challenges.
As a trusted key holder and Director, Jack regularly opens Project Room so younger members can access activities and feel welcomed. He also loves spending time at the Lanzalotty and often brings along his younger brother, Tyler, who enjoys digging huge holes and picking blackberries and raspberries.
I love all the hiking we have done, having the chance to get out of Grimsby and visit places such as Peak District, Lake District and Wales. My favourite walk has to be the Dragon’s Back in the Peak District an epic walk with lots of scrambling and nearly blown off the top!
Learning all about mountaineering, keeping everyone safe, working as a team, navigation skills and being committed to completing the hike has been a real highlight for me and has encouraged me to continue this into my adult years and probably for the rest of my life.
Roots has made me a better person, more confident, more outgoing and able to handle responsibility. It gives me a real sense of pride knowing that I can be a great role model especially for the boys that don’t have a significant male role model in their lives, which is how I grew up.
