RITE OF PASSAGE RETREATS - GROWING GOOD, HEALTHY YOUNG MEN

Reflecting on what makes me the man I am today, the time I spent growing up, as a boy, then teenager, then a young man, with my Dad would be some of the most important.

Quite simply, that is where I got my passion for fishing, and for cooking wild food. My Dad set many examples of what makes a good man - being humble, honest, standing up for what you believe in, mucking in and not being afraid to get your hands dirty, working hard, but also having fun.

Quality time in the outdoors is something I make sure I make time for with my own children. I especially think it is important when growing and mentoring young men.

Civilisations and cultures through the years have always held ‘Rite of Passage’ ceremonies for men.

I look at society these days - the stress, the busy-ness, the technology and screens - and wonder whether we might be losing some of these traditions - of growing good men.

At Provider, we can tailor make your own ‘Rite of Passage’ retreat to spend quality time in nature with an important young man - Your son, stepson, Your Grandson, Your Nephew, or it could be a friends son you recognise needs a mentor. These are complex times, but going back in time - it has always taken a village to grow good men.

Our Rite of Passage retreats incorporate fishing, getting out on the water, preparing and cooking wild food, some basic life skills, and give you some quality time away from screens and technology. All accommodation, activities and meals are included.

These retreats are a safe space for boys to be boys and to have some quality time.

We can design something especially for you, or match you up with some others looking for a similar adventure.