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In this engaging conversation, Shaun Antle speaks with Kaila Walton, a plus-size hiker and photographer, about her journey in photography, the impact of nature on mental health, and the importance of representation in outdoor activities. They discuss the challenges of social media, the need for authenticity, and how creativity can serve as a coping mechanism. Kaila shares her experiences living in the North and how it has shaped her perspective on life and nature. The conversation culminates in a rapid-fire question segment, providing insights into Kaila's thoughts on photography, mental health, and the beauty of the outdoors.

Takeaways

• Kaila Walton is a plus-size hiker and photographer advocating for body positivity in outdoor activities.
• Photography helped Kaila appreciate the small details in nature and slow down.
• Living in the North has given Kaila a unique perspective on life and nature.
• Kaila emphasizes the importance of representation for plus-size individuals in outdoor spaces.
• Social media can impact mental health, and it's essential to curate your feed positively.
• Kaila's journey in photography began as a way to document her adventures and inspire others.
• Creativity and mental health are intertwined, serving as a coping mechanism for many.
• Kaila encourages people not to wait for the 'perfect' moment to engage in outdoor activities.
• The conversation highlights the need for authenticity in social media and personal expression.
• Kaila's experiences show that nature can be a powerful healer and source of inspiration.

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⁠YouTube⁠ - Everything from photography, rving, winter camping, and so much more (Podcast videos coming soon)

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What happens when your life is shaped by the forest?

In this episode of The Viewfinder Sessions, I sit down with Tegan Legge from Halliburton Forest and Wolf Centre to talk about nature, wildlife, photography, conservation, mental health, and finding purpose outdoors.

Raised in Northern Ontario, Tegan grew up exploring creeks, catching frogs, camping, and paddling until dark. That childhood connection to the wild turned into a career in outdoor adventure tourism and more than 16 years working in one of Canada’s most iconic wilderness spaces.

But this isn’t just about a job. It’s about identity.

We talk about life at Halliburton Forest, working around wolves, breaking common misconceptions about wildlife, and how photography helps capture and share meaningful moments. When COVID slowed everything down, Tegan chose to paddle a new lake each week, eventually exploring over 50. What started as a challenge became something deeper: more presence, more time with family, and a renewed sense of clarity.

This conversation dives into the healing power of nature, setting boundaries, balancing work and life, and why shared outdoor experiences matter more than we think.

If you love wildlife, travel, photography, or simply need a reminder to step outside and breathe, this episode is for you.

Key takeaways:
• Nature heals
• Wolves aren’t what we fear
• Photography preserves stories
• Boundaries protect balance
• Shared adventures matter

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Links to OMNP:

⁠Website⁠ - See when and where Shaun is speaking or exhibiting and check out his online galleries, the online store and even book your next bucketlist expedition. Don't miss his blogs as they keep you up to date on things and provide lots of tips, tricks, and more.

⁠Facebook⁠ - See imagery, commentary and video as well as day to day behind the scenes, etc.

⁠Instagram⁠ - See images and video of high quality and discuss them in the comments.

⁠Threads⁠ - See day to day stuff, images, as well as the occasional political stance.

⁠YouTube⁠ - Everything from photography, rving, winter camping, and so much more (Podcast videos coming soon)

⁠TikTok⁠ - short videos with incredible content.

⁠LinkedIN⁠ - A professional platform to learn about and see what OMNP is doing.

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What happens when you mix deep water, total silence, shipwrecks, and a camera? 🌊📸

On this episode of TVS: The Viewfinder Sessions, I sit down with John, a technical diver and underwater photographer who spends hours below the surface exploring places most people will never see.

We talk about rebreather diving (yes, dives that last 6 to 8 hours), why silence underwater changes everything, and what it feels like to descend into darkness until a massive shipwreck suddenly appears out of the blue.

But this episode goes deeper than gear and wrecks.

John opens up about how diving and photography became a lifeline. How peace, purpose, and focus underwater helped him through substance struggles and gave him something to hold onto when life got heavy. The parallels between creativity, risk, safety, and mental health hit hard in the best way.

We also dig into:
• Why “nothing is worth the shot”
• Sharks, sturgeon, and hidden Great Lakes wrecks
• The insane learning curve (and cost) of underwater photography
• Why video and cinematic storytelling are the next frontier
• Stories still sitting beneath our own local waters

This isn’t just about diving.
It’s about what happens when you find the thing that brings you back to yourself.

🎧 Listen now and dive in.
📍 Follow John: @the_divers_log
🎥 YouTube coming soon

Trust me… you’ll want to hear this one.

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Links to OMNP:

⁠Website⁠ - See when and where Shaun is speaking or exhibiting and check out his online galleries, the online store and even book your next bucketlist expedition. Don't miss his blogs as they keep you up to date on things and provide lots of tips, tricks, and more.

⁠Facebook⁠ - See imagery, commentary and video as well as day to day behind the scenes, etc.

⁠Instagram⁠ - See images and video of high quality and discuss them in the comments.

⁠Threads⁠ - See day to day stuff, images, as well as the occasional political stance.

⁠YouTube⁠ - Everything from photography, rving, winter camping, and so much more (Podcast videos coming soon)

⁠TikTok⁠ - short videos with incredible content.

⁠LinkedIN⁠ - A professional platform to learn about and see what OMNP is doing.

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