Raised mostly on the east coast of Yorkshire, Craig spent most of his earlier childhood running wild which continued after a move to north Yorkshire at the age of 10. During this time a love of exploring his surroundings and being outside in nature was born. This was put aside for exams, education, working and family for a good period of time until booking as a customer on a Woodland Ways Weekend in 2020, followed by a five day immersion in 2021.