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The Band of Historical Hillwalkers was founded in 2007 by Danger Bill Henderson, who continues to this day as Spiritual Leader, assisted by Operations Co-Ordinator Rijk Bissonson.
The BHHW advocates the exploration of the great outdoors wearing attire made by underpaid adult craftsmen in the United Kingdom, as opposed to fashion-wear made by underpaid childern in the Pacific Rim.
Tweed, wool and leather boots are worn in preference to inferior man-made materials. The BHHW considers velcro, gortex and other such imposters objectionable and the wearing therof is viciously discouraged.
“Our mandate is to get outside, breath the air and engage with the world for a few moments. Along the way we make pinhole photographs, or draw and paint the scenes before us - taking time to be present and amazed by the world.
Whether hiking 15 miles or just strolling a few hundred yards onto a salt marsh the Historical Hillwalker pauses and interprets the scene before them, seeing the world rather than merely glancing at it. In this way we engage with the colours, the play of light and the atmosphere and by doing so become whole and happier.
The same ethos applies to all areas of life, for instance, choosing clothes and kit made with natural fibers by people who care about what they are doing and by prefering food that is grown with respect for the enviroment and producer. In this way the Historical Hillwalker endevours to make a positive difference and encourge the ‘right thing’ as much as he/she can.”
SUMMARY
Through drawing, pinhole photography and engaged observation the Historical Hillwalker communes with the natural world in the correct manner. Aware of the values of history and tradition the Historical Hillwalker steps deftly in the present with his toes neatly brushing the future, blending in with the native flora and fauna rather than standing out like a lamentable rough at a sea-side disco.
In just such a mannor The Historical Hillwalker is proud to be alive and human.