Bob Telfer taught physical education and outdoor education in Stirlingshire during the 1970's and 1980's, during which time he was involved in the development of curricular outdoor education both in his school and with his Local Authority. In 1989 he moved to Speyside to develop and run Craigower Lodge Outdoor Centre, working primarily with groups of young people. During this time he was involved in the development of adventure activity provision in the commercial sector in Scotland, including a period as secretary of the former Scottish Activity Holiday Association. In 1996 he was recruited to the Inspectorate team at the inception of the licensing scheme. He has retained an active interest in the field of outdoor education through involvement with a local high school in their outdoor education and DofE expedition programmes. He continues to actively participate in outdoor activities, currently pursuing adventures in open canoeing, climbing, skiing, and sea kayaking.