Ep 63: Embracing the Outdoors at Any Stage of Life with Jessica Meinhofer

Adventure doesn’t have to mean climbing mountains or running marathons—it can be as simple as stepping outside. In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Meinhofer, an outdoor advocate and cancer survivor, to talk about how nature became a powerful force in her healing journey.

From full-time RVing with her family to rediscovering the outdoors after her diagnosis, Jessica shares how she’s redefined adventure to be more accessible, healing, and deeply personal. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just looking to reconnect with nature, this conversation will inspire you to embrace the outdoors in a way that feels right for you.

Topics Covered:

• How Jessica’s cancer journey transformed her relationship with nature.
• Why adventure doesn’t have to be extreme to be meaningful.
• The healing power of slowing down and noticing the little things.
• How paddleboarding and hiking became part of her recovery.
• Overcoming fears of the outdoors, from alligators to bears.
• Making nature accessible for all ages and abilities.
• Jessica’s work with the Florida Springs Council and conservation efforts.
• Tips for beginners who want to explore the outdoors.

Here are some actions you can take, whether you have 5 minutes or 50:

• If you have 5 minutes, check out Jessica’s free starter gear checklists for hiking and paddleboarding. They’re simple, practical guides designed to help beginners or anyone who wants to feel more prepared before heading out.
  • https://walkandpaddle.com/free/
• If you have 50 minutes, I have an episode from the Being Human Podcast called “The Healing Power of Nature”.
  • https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/287-the-healing-power-of-nature-with-florence-williams/id1369745673?i=1000643967052

Connect with Jessica!
Website: https://walkandpaddle.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkAndPaddle/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkandpaddle/

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