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Feature · 15 Sept 2018
Conquering my fear on the Aonach Eagach ridge
Alice Stearn decided to face her fear of scrambling by attempting to conquer the infamous Aonach Eagach ridge.
Alice is a primary school teacher from Cumbria. After spending 18 years’ sailing she decided she needed a change. She now attempts running, open water swimming, walking and the occasional climb. Alice has a fear of scrambling and an addiction to cake making.