Hiking for Wellness in Nova Scotia: Self-Care, Nature & the Bay of Fundy
Just Hyke: For Women Who Are Ready to Hike Their Way to Strength, Confidence, and Adventure · Melanie @ Just Hyke
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Show Notes
Guest: Deborah Peddle-Hann — Founder, Journey2Wellness.ca Host: Melanie Michaelchuk, CPT-NASM | Just Hyke
Holistic wellness, nature-based movement, mindset, and hiking in Nova Scotia and the Canadian Maritime provinces
In this episode of the Just Hyke Podcast, Melanie sits down with Deborah Peddle-Hann, founder of Journey2Wellness.ca, to explore how hiking for wellness in Nova Scotia supports physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Deborah shares her personal wellness journey and how reconnecting with nature—especially through hiking—became a powerful form of self-care, stress relief, and nervous system regulation. Together, they discuss hiking throughout Nova Scotia and the Canadian Maritime provinces, highlighting coastal trails, accessible outdoor adventures, and the grounding energy of time spent near the ocean.
This is a Sidewalk to Summit conversation about moving your body, reconnecting with nature, and redefining wellness—one hike at a time.
What You’ll Learn
- How hiking supports physical, mental, and emotional wellness
- Why Nova Scotia is ideal for hiking experiences
- The stress-reducing benefits of coastal hiking and ocean air
- Why women often deprioritize their wellness—and how to shift that
- How small, intentional steps lead to long-term transformation
- The connection between mindset, boundaries, and sustainable self-care
Destinations & Topics Discussed
- Nova Scotia hiking trails
- Canadian Maritime provinces (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI)
- Nature as a tool for grounding, clarity, and healing
- Walking and hiking as accessible wellness practices
Notable Quotes
“Wellness isn’t about pushing harder—it’s about tuning in.” “Nature has a way of resetting us when we give ourselves permission to slow down.” “Every journey—on the trail or in life—starts with one intentional step.”
Connect with Deborah Peddle-Hann
- Wellness: https://journey2wellness.ca
- Healthy Hiking: https://healthyhiking.ca
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hikewithdeb
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/journey2wellness
Connect with Just Hyke
- Book available on Amazon: Sidewalk to Summit
- Listen & Subscribe: Just Hyke Podcast (Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube)
- Newsletter & free trail resources: JustHyke.com
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