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I am a 43-year-old California girl, but I moved to Scotland (allegedly for a year or two) in 2005. Since living here, I have embraced trail running, mountain biking, kayaking and the freedom of our Right to Roam – it’s one of the main reasons why my endlessly supportive partner, Andy, and I live here. We can regularly be found in the local hills, lochs and trails doing various activities, often with our rescue dogs, Pirate and Hope (collectively known as The Fluffs).

I have been a social worker for nearly 20 years, initially with children with disabilities and their families and subsequently with adults. I am now a Social Work Advisor with Scottish Government, a job that I love (and for which I got my British citizenship so I could take it up – if that doesn’t demonstrate enthusiasm for what I do, I don’t know what would ).

I am not new to adventure or endurance activities, but the Munro Challenge is the most daunting goal I have ever considered. I’m looking forward to sharing this adventure with friends old and new and have been overwhelmed by the offers of help, many by complete strangers. This will truly be a team effort, though I may be the most sleep-deprived and midge-bitten amongst us!

Latest posts

Huge Thanks to Ooni for the Amazing Pizza Oven

Andy says “we were kindly donated a Koda 12, pizza oven from Greg at Ooni. “This was ideal for some of the late night transitions and when there were a large number of runners to feed. “It takes about 20 … Read More

SHE DID IT! Jamie Aarons Breaks World Record!

Jamie Aarons set out 31 days and a few hours ago on her Munro Challenge – 282 “Munros” (Scottish peaks over 3000 feet), self-propelled in one continuous round to raise money for World Bicycle Relief. She has beaten the World … Read More

Jamie in the News!

Since completing the challenge Jamie has been interviewed by multiple media outlets including: BBC News BBC Radio 4 and BBC Radio 5 STV News The Times She was also mentioned in The Independent, The Scotsman and The Scottish Daily Mail. … Read More

What did Jamie Eat During her Challenge?

Fuelling up for a challenge of this magnitude is a tricky job in itself. I asked Andy what sort of things Jamie ate on the record-breaking 31 days and 10 hours of her challenge. Jamie says “she ate really well!” … Read More

ACL Hire Van Life!

The Van was a long-wheeled base van and it was offered Hollywood movie style in the closing weeks before the challenge started! This provided relief to Jamie, Andy and the team as it meant that they could relax knowing that … Read More

Rory Gibson on his Munro Round in 1992

Jamie is extremely lucky to have 2 veterans on Team Jamie who will be helping out and passing on useful knowledge. The first one we’ll be featuring is Rory Gibson. Rory did his round just over 31 years ago (23rd … Read More