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Stephen Venables remembers mountaineer, author and Community Action Nepal charity founder Doug Scott, who passed away this week.

'He was a man of principle – visionary and adventurous, but in some ways quite conservative, rooted in traditions which he valued. One of those traditions was the notion that if we climbers are going to spend our lives doing something that has no ostensible practical purpose, then it is important how we carry out that pursuit. And for Doug, if I have understood him correctly, paramount in that 'how' were notions of curiosity, personal responsibility, risk and a willingness to embrace – even seek out – uncertainty.'

I understand completely about his compost heap for, 5 years ago he turned me down for a trip out climbing. The reason- he was lifting his onions!

Inspiring person

RIP Doug.

Lovely read. Nicely written.

PS. Loved your lecture in Tiso's in Glasgow just after your Kanshung escapade.

Stephen,

As per all your books and articles this has been extremely well written with plenty of insight and interesting details. 

A truly fitting account of an amazing man who led and amazing life.

Thank you.  Yes, he led an enviably full life and was an inspiration to us all.  Best wishes, Stephen

I thought this was a beautifully written piece and a far better tribute than any of the newspaper obituaries. Many thanks Stephen - please write more for UKC !