Immersion in nature, whatever the age or level of the participants, is an experience that leaves you enriched and more at peace. It may last only a moment or several weeks, but it always leaves a lasting impression.
Holder of the French State Mountaineering Diploma as a Mountain Leader (Accompagnatrice en Moyenne Montagne, AMM) since 2014, I offer hikes, naturalist courses, and treks. Passionate about wide open spaces and raw nature in all its forms, I have a particular fondness for routes that go off the beaten track.
Beyond the educational aspect, I love sharing my passion for the natural world—creating connections between people and their surroundings, and with the fascinating beings who inhabit them, whether furred, feathered, scaled, leafed, or in bloom.
Naturalist Guide – Accompagnateur en Moyenne Montagne (AMM): Mountain Leader
A Mountain Leader (AMM) is above all a sports educator. They organize, guide, and teach hiking and snowshoeing—ranging from simple walks to autonomous treks—both in France and abroad. They are also naturalist guides, sharing their knowledge of the natural environment with a wide audience.
The frech title of the diploma can be misleading: an AMM is not limited by altitude. Their true limits lie in the equipment they are authorized to use to ensure the progress and safety of their group.
Thus, an AMM may lead groups across all types of mountain terrain, except:
- glaciers
- areas where the use of specific technical gear (ropes, crampons, ice axes, etc.) is essential for participant safety
Mountain leaders do more than just guide hikes. Their expertise spans a wide range of fields including wildlife, flora, geology, local heritage, ecology, as well as the cultural and traditional practices of the regions they traverse. Their knowledge is not necessarily limited to mountainous environments. They:
- Design and organize hikes and treks (on foot or snowshoes in winter)
- Assess terrain conditions, weather, and risks, adapting routes accordingly.
- Lead diverse groups: children, adults, people with disabilities, school groups, tourists, and more.
- Train participants in mountain self-reliance: orientation/navigation, safety, logistics, respect for natural sites...
- Organize and lead themed outings and workshops according to their specialties—botany, wildlife photography, and more...
- Share a sensitive and naturalist approach to the environment.
