Rebecca McPhee

Rebecca McPhee

Title: Freelance Writer
Email: rebecca.mcphee@explorersweb.com
Location: Northampton, UK
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Expertise

  • Topics of Expertise: Swimming, rowing, open water sports, marine wildlife, adventure travel
  • Years in This Expertise: 5+

Education & Certifications

  • Education: BSc Marine Biology, Newcastle University / MSc International Marine Environmental Consultancy, Newcastle University / Diploma: Freelance Journalism, British College of Journalism / PGCE and QTS Secondary Science Education, Northampton Teacher Training Partnership
  • Years of Writing: 3
  • Certifications: MMO, PAM, PADI Rescue Diver

A Word from Rebecca McPhee

  • Why Author Chose This Career: Being a freelance writer for ExplorersWeb allows me to combine my love of ocean sports, science, and writing.
  • How Author Began Career: Whilst working for a publishing company I realized I wanted to write rather than edit. Doing this in a freelance capacity allows me to teach at the same time
  • Personal Interests: Open Water Swimming, Diving, Hiking, Rowing, Marine Conservation, Travel

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Three Peaks, Nine Days, No Shoes

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Weekend Warm-Up: The Last Ascent

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Dianne Whelan: 500 Days in the Wild

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Father and Son Crossing Atlantic in Hurricane Season

Stefan Ivanov (48) and Maxim Ivanov (17) are rowing...

Restarted: A Roundup of Long-Haul Expeditions on the Move

Since March, many expeditions around the world have been...

Weekend Warm-Up: Hooks

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Ben Cook’s Unusual UK Round Trip

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Louis-Philippe Loncke Completes Another Monster Pack Marathon

In his latest monster pack challenge, Louis-Philippe Loncke has...

Mother and Daughter Hike Across Iceland

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Louis-Philippe Loncke: The Monster Pack Man Takes on the Pyrenees

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Doug Scott Recreates Everest Summit in What Might be his Final Climb

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Legends Series: Mungo Park

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Canadian Teen Canoes for Two Months to Reach his Summer Job

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Brazilian Cowboy Finishes 8-Year Ride Across the Americas

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Updated: Pacific Rower Angela Madsen Found Dead

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To the Bottom of the Sea: Interview with Vanessa O’Brien

On June 8-9, Kathy Sullivan and Vanessa O’Brien became...

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