David Haze
David Haze, known as the Nomadic Paddler, is a world-record-setting adventurer who turned his life around through the power of paddleboarding and the great outdoors. After overcoming personal struggles and two prison sentences, David discovered paddleboarding as a path to redemption and purpose. His journey has seen him break records, including paddling the UK’s four longest lakes and crossing the English Channel. Passionate about the transformative power of adventure, David founded Freedom Through Adventure, a charity that helps at-risk youth and young offenders reconnect with nature and explore new opportunities. David’s story is a powerful reminder that failure doesn’t define you—it fuels the potential for growth and change. Through his mantra, “Through adventure we live,” David inspires others to embrace life as a grand adventure.