About Roll Outdoors
Welcome to Roll Outdoors, the ultimate destination for thrilling adventures in the heart of Callander, the gateway to the stunning Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park.
As a close-knit family of passionate adventurers, we specialise in creating unforgettable experiences through paddleboarding, kayaking, canoeing, and biking in the breathtaking landscapes of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.
Get ready to join us on a journey that combines exhilaration, natural beauty, and a deep love for outdoor exploration.
Our Purpose
- To share our love of adventure in Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park.
- Actively encourage and support respectful and responsible usage of the natural Scottish landscape.
- To support The British Canoe Association by promoting and delivering safe, accessible paddlesports for all.
- Commitment to reducing our carbon footprint through encouraging the use of bicycles and E-bikes.
- To provide a diverse range of outdoor activities inspiring people to “Roll” out into the great outdoors for the benefit of their mental health and physical well-being.
The Team
Mike Lee
Director, Lead MTB Guide
Mike started his love of the outdoors after finishing school and setting off to conquer Everest Base camp. With experience in the Mountain Rescue, Mike now guides clients on cycling adventures, as well as maintaining and servicing our hire fleet and anyone with bike problems who pops in! His top priority is to create inspiring, educational, fun and safe adventures for all and currently is our delivery man for our canoes and kayaks.
Mike’s qualifications:
- MIAS MTB Leader – MBL2 Technical Terrain
- BCAB Paddlesports Safety Rescue Course
- BCAB Level 1 Paddlesports Instructor Course
- BASP Outdoor Emergency First Aid
- PVG
Maura Lee
Director
Meet Maura, the dynamic force behind our team. While primarily focused on the business side, it’s never hard to persuade her to close the laptop and jump on a board or bike. Maura has grown the business with sustainability and passion for the natural environment, at the heart of everything she does.
Maura’s qualifications:
Maura is a fully qualified teacher who is now dedicating her skills to Roll Outdoors. PVG registered.
Sam Lee
Adventure Activities Lead Guide & Instructor
Introducing Sam, a water enthusiast with strong knowledge and experience in the Adventure Sports Industry.
Sam packed up his kit and his beloved mountain bike when he was 17 and headed for the Isle of Skye where he lived for a year studying mountaineering, paddle sports and mountain biking. He then continued his studies in Fort William at UHI until Covid-19 put a stop to all activities and he came home to assist Maura into establishing the growing business that was now Roll Outdoors. By then he had gained a kayak, paddle board and dry suit! With youth on his side, he not only knows how to make sure his guests have the most fun on the water but his stature and confidence quickly make even the nervous feel at ease.
Sam’s qualifications awarded by the British Canoe Association:
- BCAB Level 1 Paddlesports Instructor
- BCAB Paddlesports Leader
- BCAB Foundation Safety and Rescue Training
- FAA Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid
- PVG
Niamh Lee
Adventure Activities Lead Guide & Coach
As a qualified solicitor by day and enthusiastic water sports adventurer in her spare time, Niamh joins us on a part-time basis. She gained her qualifications to share her passion for being active outdoors and the associated benefits to mental health and wellbeing.
Inclusion and diversity are at the forefront of the work Niamh does with Roll. She is passionate about making paddle sports accessible for all, breaking down barriers and changing conceptions. As part of this she sits on the SCA’s Female Equality and LGBTQ+ Equality groups. Niamh has a particular passion in driving forward female participation in paddlesports and is one of British Canoeing’s #ShePaddles Ambassadors for 2023/2024.
Niamh is driven by helping people overcome personal challenges on a paddleboard and developing safe and responsible paddlers through education and awareness. You can often find Niamh paddling with her co-coach and 4-legged sidekick Lola!
Niamh’s qualifications awarded by the British Canoe Association:
- BCAB Level 1 Paddlesports Instructor SUP
- BCAB level 3 Sheltered Water SUP Coach Award
- BCAB Foundation Safety and Rescue Training
- Outdoor First Aid
- Child Wellbeing & Protection in Sport Officer
- PVG registered
- #ShePaddles Ambassad0r 23/24
Ethan Lee
Photography and Adventure Support Crew
Ethan joins us in the summer, he’s our indispensable social media guru and photographer.
Give him a smile and a wave if you see him!
Ethan particularly loves taking action shots which you can keep to commemorate a special moment, personal achievement or simply an epic outdoor adventure! Contact us to enquire.
Ethan’s qualifications:
- FAA Level 3 Award in Outdoor First Aid
- BCAB Paddlesports Safety Rescue Course
- BCAB Level 1 Paddlesports Instructor SUP
- Join Muir Discovery Award
- Paddle Explore Award
Kayla Lee
Paddlesports Instructor
Say hello to Kayla, Roll Outdoors youngest Paddlesports Instructor!
Kayla was a keen member of Club Roll throughout the summer of 2023 and really enjoyed being able to get out on the water and paddle alongside friends. This is also where she was inspired to get qualified so she could take her friends out on the water, teach them how to paddle, share her skills and techniques and ensure their safety.
Kayla is often joined on the water by her paddling pup Corrie. Check out their blog on our website to read about the adventures of Kayla and Corrie!
Kayla’s Qualifications:
- BCAB Level 1 Paddlesports Instructor SUP
- BCAB Paddlesports Safety Rescue Course Training
- Outdoor First Aid
Our history
Roll Outdoors stemmed from, ‘mountain bike’ mad Sam’s love for all things bikes. While he was completing his studies on the Isle of Skye, Sam joined forces with his mother, Maura, and together they created the bike hire business called ‘Roll’. During his time on Skye, Sam quickly developed a passion for paddle sports. This, combined with his sister Niamh’s love for outdoor adventure, and their father Mike’s history of mountaineering, skiing, and remarkable ability to fix anything, led to the birth of Roll Outdoors.
As the younger children in the family grew older, they each found a separate interest within the business, ranging from leading activities and tours to teaching and promoting safe and accessible paddlesports, as well as IT and photography. The result is a strong and passionate family unit of outdoor enthusiasts, guided by their “Roll Mom,” who strives to keep everyone in check and not dwell too much on the daring (yet fun) activities the kids often enjoy together during their time off. These activities include white water paddleboarding, cliff jumping, gorge walking, and even bungee jumping!
At Roll Outdoors, you will receive a warm-hearted welcome, and you will often leave not only as a valued customer but as a genuine addition to our already large family!
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