Meet the In Step Adventurers!

Marguerite Burns has always felt most at home being out in nature. She started In Step Adventures in 2019 after more than 35 years of experience leading and teaching all kinds of outdoor activities for all ages and abilities. She has actively participated in nearly every nature based sport and is Polly's personal favorite hiking buddy.

Patricia, an avid member of NB Ground Search & Rescue, is an enthusiastic adventurer who loves chasing waterfalls, snowshoeing, backpacking, and hiking. Always training for her next big adventure, she enjoys exploring both new destinations and favorite familiar spots. Whether camping year-round or exploring more of the beauty of New Brunswick, Patricia’s passion for the outdoors shines through! As for the 'Y'? Y not!!

Polly was rescued from kennel life in 2017 and has never looked back.  At home on any adventure, land or sea, she is always up for anything. She loves giving morale boosts to every adventurer, being a personal heater on chilly nights, and assisting in gathering sticks for the evening fire. Her favorite food is almonds from a shared trail mix, and her favourite place is by Marguerite’s side. Or whoever has the trail mix!

Walter is a Retired Forester, and has been on the board of the Nature Trust of New Brunswick for over 10 years, and received the prestigious Lieutenant Governor General  Award for his leadership and efforts in conservation. (May 2025) He is the proud grandfather of 8, continues to be an active and seasoned volunteer for the Nature Trust, and is an avid kayaker - enjoying his beautiful waterfront paradise on Passamaquoddy Bay.

Meet Patrick, an aviation student currently living Dieppe with an unquenchable thirst for adventure. Whether he's hiking, backpacking, skiing, or mountain, Patrick is always on the lookout for his next thrill. His most epic accomplishment? Completing the 150km Nepisiguit Trail in just six days. When he’s not exploring the great outdoors, you can find him soaring through skies as a licensed pilot. His favorite trail snack? A Honey Stinger waffle, and he loves to indulge in a Dairy Milk bar to unwind night.

Taryn began guiding in the 90's and enjoys all things out doors. Paddling around the Fundy Isles and hiking at Fundy National Park are a steady high on the favorites, but she's always up for new and exciting adventures.These days you will likely find her out on the trails or teaching her new sidekick Blue the Border Collie all things paddling. 
Taryn is also known as the local gear guru at our local outfitter 'River and Trail'!

Lori is a mom of 3 sons, a native southern New Brunswicker and a lover of people and the outdoors! From cycling and kayaking to Hiking and skiing, she is always open to a new adventure (and typically laughing while doing it!) Lori’s favorite Adventure so far? Thorsmork Volcano hike in Iceland

Sarah is an outdoor enthusiast in every sense of the definition. She loves fun, adventure and just getting out there to be in nature . She's always up for a new challenge,  and eager to stretch and hone her skills. She excels in Bush Craft and shares her skills and knowledge on our adventures. When she's not guiding for us along the NB coast, you'll find her working at MEC in Moncton,  or out running and hiking trails. 

Mel has a love for adventure and travel, and after living in NZ for 8 years, she and her partner settled here in Saint John in 2018 to be close to family.

Mel is passionate about Saint John and all it has to offer to new and established residents alike. With a degree in Social Work, and her Masters  (with Distinction!) in Peace and Justice,  Mel works for Quakers International facilitating  education, resource development and social justice policies