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Fall Escape Gallery
In fall 2021, the NSNU launched the Fall Escape Photo Contest asking members to share pictures and commentary of their favourite fall pastimes, and ways they nurtured selfcare.
We received beautiful photos and thoughtful messages, all depicting the hobbies and activities members have been enjoying this colourful season.
The winner – Chantal Hamilton – was selected today by random draw. Chantal, who works at Colchester Regional Hospital, shared a lovely image of herself and her pup Remi surrounded by the fall foliage.
Thank you to all who entered the draw. We loved hearing from you and seeing your inspiring submissions. Photos can be viewed below.
WINNER: Chantal Hamilton, LPN
My pup Remi and I enjoy running, especially in the fall colours!
Dianne Hearn, RN
Enjoying a serenely calm day and the colours at Oakfield Park.
Jody Huffman, RN
Blomidon Beach walk.
Carolyn Adams, LPN
Aerials among the trees
Joanah Sigue, RN
Loving the leaves changing colours.
Allana Ivany, RN
Enjoying the beautiful autumn hiking trails with my gorgeous Sheltie, Baelin. This shot was taken at Laurie Park.
Allison Jewers, RN
My favourite autumn activity: spending the day on a farm! Anyone need a ride to work?
Michele Jelfs, RN
Fall hike to the little waterfall.
Cathy Burchell, RN
Cathy enjoys a motorcycle trip to Briar Island.
Kelly Ehler, LPN
Kelly enjoys hiking Cape Split.
Colleen George, RN
My favourite outdoor pastime and perfect way to alleviate stress is to grab my camera and simply get outside in nature. I love my photography adventures while exploring the beautiful Annapolis Valley!
Jen Thiele, RN
Jen creates a work-life balance by spending her days off immersed in her forest.
Angela Gullens, LPN
Hiking a lookoff trail in Wentworth Valley.
Courtney MacPhail, RN
Some fall fun near Dominion Beach. Stretching it out!
Holly Dexter, LPN
My daughter and I are trying to be healthier physically and mentally, as we both suffer from anxiety. We focus on breathing techniques and looking at the beauty surrounding us. We walk as much as we can and go as often as we can. We are not allowing pressure on ourselves to fulfill this as a need or something we have to do, but something we want to do.
Stephanie Harvey, LPN
This fall my husband took me to Cape Breton for the very first time and we did the Cabot Trail. While there we decided to make the best of it and went up in a helicopter to admire the stunning scenery.
Jenna Hayes, RN & Matthew Rizzato, RN
Jenna and Matthew hiking the Skyline Trail in Cape Breton with their son, Jack.
Marcy Dwyer, RN
Marcy’s “Granddoodle”, Bella Doodle, enjoying the fall colors in Greenhill.
Irish Hernandez, RN
Irish enjoys a beautiful fall hike.
Rhonda Jacquard, LPN
My sister and I on a walk, taking in all the vibrant colours of fall!
Connie d’Entremont, RN & Judy Maher, RN
Nurse sisters enjoy warm temperatures and a glorious Thanksgiving meal with family at the cottage.
Michele Jelfs, RN
Visit to a local waterfall.
Alannah MacNeil, RN
They say laughter is the best medicine, spending time with my two nieces and nephew always has me belly laughing. Here we are before heading to the park. Behind the camera is my mom, who is also a nurse!
Sonya Hudgins, RN
I love to go on my paddle board. Listen to music as I paddle, and go out to this large rock in the middle of a secluded area on the lake. There, I sit and just enjoy my surroundings (as I sip on my coffee). I often think of my many blessings. One of my most cherished blessings is how much I genuinely love my job as a paediatric nurse. The people I have met in this journey have taught me so much about what life is all about, appreciating the beauty in the relationships we have made in our careers. Being a nurse is hard work, but so rewarding when you know you have helped someone. Just like paddling - rewarding when you reach your destination. Beauty in all we do. We just need to look for the beauty and appreciate it when we see it!
Amy Thibeau, RN
Apple picking with my daughter.
Glenda Keddy Oliveira, LPN
Glenda photographs the beautiful falls scenery.
Heather MacVay, RN
Hiking Franey trail in Ingonish
Cathy Burchell, RN
Cathy road trips to Baddeck and Iona in Cape Breton
Monique Bullen, RN
Enjoying the fall colours while taking a walk to Kearney Lake.
Tracy Gates, LPN
Tracy enjoys fall family time with her granddaughters.
Melissa Theriault, LPN
Autumn beauty in my own backyard.
Susan Savage, NP
I love canoeing, and this time of year makes those paddles extra special.
Lindsey Smith, RN
My favourite way to de-stress is to go for hikes with my adventure buddy, my two-year-old German Shepherd, Blue.
Noel Ross, RN
This is a hike I did with my daughters on Moses Mountain near Mill Section in NS
Melissa Theriault, LPN
In order to find peace, one must first be open to seeing the beauty that surrounds us.
Irish Hernandez, RN
My favourite outdoor pastimes are Hiking, long drives/road trips, and capturing photos, especially when gorgeous fall colours are my backdrop.
Mandy Wagner, RN
My fall escape is backyard fires with my hubby and kids.
Lorianne Peach, RN
Hiking with my dog (or whoever is willing to go)! Our favorite spot is the Uniacke House, but we’ll travel anywhere to enjoy a good hike and the smell the surroundings.
Debra Visser, RN
Here I am rock climbing at Mills Falls, close to Kingston.
Irish Hernandez, RN
I have always loved the outdoors and I really believe in the hashtag, #FreshAirSelfCare.
Rhonda Jacquard, LPN
Enjoying photographing the beauty of fall.
Vanessa MacLeod, LPN
Spending time in Mabou, CB is one of my favourite places in the world! Here I am with my husband.
Tracy Gates, LPN
My favourite escape has always been spending time with my two beautiful granddaughters.
Michelle Lowe, RN
A picture of some of our babies. They love to snuggle. So therapeutic.
Judy Veinott, LPN
Had a beautiful day trip to take in the fall colours, caught a mirror image on Zwicker Lake.
Jody Huffman, RN
Looking out over Grand Lake on the road to Oakfield Park.
Kimberly Shaw, RN
I am an avid amateur photographer, so I love getting outside in NS to see the beauty of nature.
Laurie Gardiner, LPN
Spending family time at our local farm.
Becky Singer, RN
We love fall camping. This picture was taken at Kouchibouguac National Park, where we love to camp and hike.
Glenda Keddy Oliveira, LPN
Glenda loves going for fall walks on trails exploring nature with her family
Joanah Sigue, RN
Joanah enjoying the pumpkin patch.
Sue Ellen Morrison, RN
Whitewater rafting in NS.
Cathy Burchell, RN
Doing some fishing on the Bras d'or Lakes.
Noel Ross, RN
Another beautiful photo of the fall.
Holly Dexter, LPN
This is a graveyard in the Windsor area that is surrounded by trees that allows us to walk in quiet and comfort.
Lindsey Smith, RN
Enjoying some quality time exploring St. Andrews, NS, with my pup, Blue.
Rachel MacDonald, RN
Enjoying a fall hike in Mabou Cape Breton with her mom, Rosa (CCA)
Vinetta Rockwell, LPN
Taking in the beautiful scenery.
Vinetta Rockwell, LPN
Love getting my hubby out for long walks.
Vanessa MacLeod, LPN
Walking my dog Jack on a beautiful fall afternoon.
Tirzah McNutt, NP
Walking on my lunch break. As an NP sitting all day it’s a great mental break to get out and enjoy the fall Colors.
Melissa Stronge, LPN
I am a homebody so this is my view right now with all the fall colors. We also love to have backyard bonfires all year long.
Alaura Moore, RN
I tried out the Spryfield farmers market and got some fresh local fruits and vegetables! Then proceeded home to make a beautiful fresh kale salad with my finds.
Kristen Hanna, LPN
Out enjoying some hiking trails with my side kick, Cairo.
