Adventure Day in Paris & Brantford: Take a fall re-set and enjoy an adventurous & soul-filling day!
Saturday, October 17th, 2026 from 10:00am-3:30pm
Photo credit: Yoksel Zok, Unsplash
When: Saturday, October 17th from 10:00am-5:00pm (plus travel time)
What: Enjoy a re-set day at a time of year we start to feel the fatigue of the busy fall season. We’ll start with a guided Spiritual Nature Walk along a gentle creek. We’ll then make our way into the quaint town of Paris for a delicious lunch, followed by hitting my favourite local shops. We’ll conclude our day with a seasonal ritual by The Grand River.
Key Take-aways:
· Reset your body, mind and spirit with a day for YOU
· Immerse yourself in nature and learn Carolinian teachings, wellness and spiritual experiences in the forest and by the water
· Delight in local cuisine and support merchants (aka Christmas shopping!)
· Time at a lovely, less known beach
· Gather with like-minded people
Transportation: If you need a ride just let me know. I can take up to 3 people in my vehicle and can also help with carpooling as needed. Gas contributions appreciated.
Investment: $75 per person (includes full day guided & curated experience; lunch and purchases extra). Space is limited to ensure depth of experience.
Contact: Leigh@leighshand.com to register.
What is Spiritual Eco Adventures?
This exciting new venture brings nature and spirit together through meaningful outdoor adventures combined with spiritual teachings and rituals like honouring the elements (earth, water, fire and air) and taking care of our bodies and minds (i.e. yoga/stretching/meditation).
With 1 in 4 Canadians now identifying as having anxiety, depression or PTSD, this type of programming is more important than ever before as nature has incredible healing qualities: lowers the stress hormone cortisol, improves breathing, relaxes the nervous system, provides a sense of calm and grounding, reduces anxiety and depression, improves mood, cultivates connection, rejuvenates body, mind and soul.
Eco Adventure Programs
Spiritual Nature Hikes
The first program being offered is guided Spiritual Nature Hikes that blend yogic and other spiritual teachings with key learnings from my naturalist training (i.e. animal tracking and identification, wildlife photography, identifying local flora and fauna, etc.). The intention of this program is to slow down, enjoy the journey, connect with a like-minded community and learn new things while taking care of ourselves and the earth.
Stay tuned for spiritual kayaking sessions, snowshoeing, seasonal retreats and more coming soon!
What is Spiritual Nature Hiking?
Immerse yourself in nature with Leigh Shand, an Experienced Teacher, Spiritual Naturalist, Yoga, Mindfulness and Holistic Healing Practitioner.
Are you looking to experience the healing effects of nature? Do you want to ground your body, calm your mind and rejuvenate your spirit? Then Spiritual Nature Hiking could be just what you have been seeking.
Throughout the two-hour program, Leigh blends all her holistic modalities and naturalist teachings to create a unique and rich nature hiking experience. You will have the opportunity to walk, stretch, journal, experience a drum healing, tree meditation, seasonal rituals and Indigenous teachings, learn the local flora and fauna, tree and wildlife identification and much more. You’re sure to leave feeling calmly uplifted, inspired and connected.
What’s Included: a two-hour hiking experience, tea, detailed handout and a small gift for all participants.
Investment Options:
Private guided hike: $250
Semi-private guided hike (2-3 people): $85-$125 per person
Group guided hike (up to 10 people): $40 per person
Corporate: customized offerings and packages
*Please note there are extra fees for travel outside of London, Ontario (I offer hikes in Brantford/Paris, Long Point and Muskoka and other locations may be considered).
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Find out more about Leigh, her schooling and background visit the About Page
Testimonials
“My spiritual nature hike with Leigh was both an uplifting and rejuvenating experience. Leigh’s detailed knowledge of local flora , fauna, tress and wildlife combined with her holistic mediation and healing modalities enabled me to reconnect to the calming rhythm of the natural world. I would highly recommend this hike for anyone looking to leave the business and busyness of their day to ground and refresh their mind, body and spirit.”
