Wendy Hanlan – Creative Educator, Sustainability Advocate & Digital Life Skills Coach

My belief that we are in a constant state of co-creation with the world around us. This makes my approach to workshops, courses and coaching naturally grounded in sustainability, adaptability and purpose. Blending these elements together under “one roof” is what makes Harbour Retreat a truly unique experience!

A little bit about me…

As the owner and program creator at Harbour Retreat, I am dedicated to fostering a spirit of lifelong learning and encouraging others to grow sustainably.

I love to transform ocean waste into function art using discarded lobster rope, busted up lobster traps, netting and other ghost gear that washes up on our beautiful beaches.

I can teach you how to do it too! Some of my most interesting “ah ha” moments happened while weaving with old lobster rope…maybe it’s the magic of the Atlantic Ocean coming through.

Digital Life Skills

I am also very fortunate to teach Digital Skills and well as being an E3 Instructor and CAMERA Assessor with the Eastern Shore Musquodoboit Valley Learning Network (ESMV Learning Network).

I have acquired a unique set of skills that allows me meet my learners where they are on their journey. A personal joy of mine is empowering mature adults through experiential, hands-on programming to help them feel confident and self-sufficient in our ever changing digital world.

My measurements of success in this role are not your typical “pass/fail” outcomes, but rather in how well they adapt to new situations that require tech.