Intro to Backpacking Cape Chignecto Clinic
Intro to Backpacking Cape Chignecto Clinic
May 23, 2024, 7:00 pm
Mountain Equipment Company, 1550 Granville St., Halifax
Hike Nova Scotia’s
Intro to Backpacking Cape Chignecto clinic, hosted by
Mountain Equipment Company, is geared for those preparing to backpack the Cape Chignecto loop for the first time. It will be facilitated by Deborah Peddle-Hann of
Journey to Wellness and offered at
7:00 pm on Thursday, May 23 at Mountain Equipment Company in Halifax (1550 Granville St.).
Embark on an exciting journey along the
Cape Chignecto Provincial Park Trail with our seasoned fitness expert and backpack enthusiast, Deborah Peddle-Hann of
Journey to Wellness. In this clinic, she will guide you through every step, from campsite reservations to your triumphant completion of this 50+km adventure. Dive into the trail's stunning and challenging tapestry overlooking the Bay of Fundy as we explore various waypoints, distances, and what to expect along the way. Deborah will unravel reservation day and campsite booking procedures, pros and cons of choosing to hike clockwise or counter-clockwise, campsite and trail section breakdowns, why you need to know tide times and how to find the best water sources, ensuring you're well-prepared for a seamless and successful backpacking trip. Join us for an enlightening session, equipping you with the knowledge and enthusiasm to make your Cape Chignecto Trail exploration unforgettable!
Attendees can enjoy 10% off shopping afterwards (some restrictions apply).
Presenter
Deborah Peddle-Hann is the founder and owner of
Journey to Wellness. She is an award winning fitness and wellness specialist with over 17 years experience. Voted as one of Halifax’s top personal trainers the last four years, Deb has made it her life mission to help as many people as possible live their healthiest and best life. Although she camped and hiked as a child, and was an avid collector of those coveted outdoor Girl Guide badges, her love of backpacking was ignited in her mid-40s. What started as an interest to explore Nova Scotia trails has turned into a passion to reach those stunning places only a tiny percentage of the population ever get to see in person.
“To walk in nature is to witness a thousand miracles!”
This clinic is offered in partnership with
Journey to Wellness ,
Mountain Equipment Company and the
Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage.
Registration
There is limited space, so please register for this free event.
