Creator of Peer Adventures
Shawn Mehall
I arrived in the Hampton Roads area in 1998, via USNavy. After my service, I looked for my purpose for a few years until I started Volunteer Firefighting in NC. After a few years Norfolk took me on. I currently enjoy my profession, but had to learn to not let it define who I am. I have struggled with PTS, anger, depression, anxiety, hyper vigilance, and many more mentally tasking issues. Once I learned I needed help, I started pursuing ways to heal my invisible wounds. I have partaken in group backpacking trips, group motorcycle therapy, Equestrian therapy, EMDR therapy, cognitive therapy, and Peer to Peer therapy, and so much more.
No one thing worked for me, but I tried different approaches and did what worked for me and built from that.
My experience varies from riding motorcycles (cruiser & ADV), bicycles, hiking, backpacking, camping trips, kayaking, blacksmithing, fishing, golfing (not keeping score).
Outdoor adventures are my go to.
I am willing to help anyone challenge themselves on living life better, happier, fulfilling, and with others.
Being part of a community is what Americans need and is how we thrive as a society.
Norfolk Fire Rescue since 2009
NFR Peer Support Team Member
Reginal Virginia Peer Support Team Member
US NAVY Veteran
American Legion Riders Charter Member Post 110
Veteran Peer to Peer Advocate
Contact
EMAIL:
Check out the new channel on YouTube
@peeradventures
https://youtube.com/@peeradventures?si=tY5tP2LBHm9mDSK7
Services
This is focused on First Responders and Veterans, but everyone is welcomed to join on adventures.
We offer a range of specialized services tailored to meet your individual needs.
We can find your adventure. If we dont have one you're looking for, we can help get you in touch with those that can!
From solo micro adventures to a week long road trip with others and anything in between.
TRUST IS DETRIMENTAL!
Everything done here, or "out there" is confidential. Only approved photos or stories are shared with permission.
Taking time for SELF CARE is priority for better health & wellness of each individual.