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Aviemore youngster on a high after claiming prestigious climbing award





Jamie Lowther receives his award from Stuart Younie, chief executive of Mountaineering Scotland.
Jamie Lowther receives his award from Stuart Younie, chief executive of Mountaineering Scotland.

An Aviemore youngster has been declared the 'stand-out choice' after being crowned Scotland's young climber of the year.

Jamie Lowther was named ClimbScotland's Young Climber of the Year for both his own skills but also equally importantly the inspiration he is proving to be for others learning the ropes.

Judges of the prestigious contest said Jamie was the recipient of the honour for his passion and dedication to climbing and coaching as well as his ongoing commitment to personal development.

He is an instructor and mentor at the Cairngorms Geckos Climbing Club based at sportscotland's national outdoor centre Glenmore Lodge.

A ClimbScotland spokesperson said: "Inspiring a new generation of climbers in Scotland, Jamie has become a role model for the sport, and continues to generously give his enthusiasm and time to young climbers.

Jamie Lowther has been recognised for his own climbing talent and his coaching contribution.
Jamie Lowther has been recognised for his own climbing talent and his coaching contribution.

"Jamie started out as a youth member of the Cairngorms Geckos Climbing Club where he quickly showed talent and flair for climbing, participating in youth climbing competitions and developing his indoor climbing skills, before moving on to performance outdoor climbing.

"He has dedicated hundreds of hours to volunteering on club nights and outdoor sessions, as well as volunteering with ClimbScotland.

"Now one of the main coaches at the Cairngorms Geckos Climbing Club, Jamie has supported club members to participate in competitions – offering advice on strategy, technique and psychological support – alongside competing himself.

"Jamie’s commitment to his climbing career and selfless attitude to supporting others made him the stand-out choice for the Young Climber award."

Jamie is currently away climbing in Turkey but is due to return to the strath next week.

He popped into Mountaineering Scotland headquarters in Perth to get his honour before jetting off.

Jamie Lowther defying gravity whilst climbing.
Jamie Lowther defying gravity whilst climbing.

The latest winners of the ClimbScotland awards are revealed in the latest issue of Scottish Mountaineer.

The accolades are given to inspirational members of the community, whether for their own performance and achievements, or for their services to the world of mountaineering and climbing.

The awards, which have previously been presented at Mountaineering Scotland’s AGM, were this year given to the winners on separate occasions due to availability and location.

The Mountaineering Scotland Volunteer of the Year award was presented to Ian Rendall, of the Orkney Climbing Club, at the YCS Grand Final at RockStar Climbing in Swindon.

The Strathy hopes to catch-up with Jamie when he returns from Turkey for more on his achievements in the sport.


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