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
A dog presses its nose towards the camera

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Paddling and Painting the Missouri River

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Brendon Prince to SUP around Ireland 

Brendon Prince, who paddled a stand-up paddleboard around the...
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The First Native American Woman Astronaut Prepares for Liftoff

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Brothers Complete 2,700km Hike Across Norway

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Rowers Rescued After Storm Damages Boat

Jakup Jacobsen and Edmund Berg have been rescued off...
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Artists interpretation of a plesiosaur in the water.

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