Category Archives: Bay of Fundy

More Soley Cove… The Most Requested Walk on the Ocean Floor

It’s been a fantastic week with two more Soley Cove Tours. Susan and Mark from Montana on Wednesday and Angela from Maine today, lovely people who recognize a special place when they see it! I could not have hoped for better weather. Both days offered up sunshine and a gentle breeze to keep us coolContinue reading “More Soley Cove… The Most Requested Walk on the Ocean Floor”

Five Islands Provincial Park and Soley Cove – in less than 18 hours

Thanks to three interested women and their canine companions the season kick off at Five Islands Provincial Park was a success. We ventured along the beach toward Old Wife Rock, chatted about the fault line where Jurassic meets Triassic era, sandstone cliffs, erosion, columnar basalt and we carefully observed the endangered Mud Piddock ponds. TheContinue reading “Five Islands Provincial Park and Soley Cove – in less than 18 hours”

Five Islands Provincial Park 2024 Season Starts Friday!

June 7th is fast approaching and I have been preparing for the season opener. The weather isn’t looking too promising for Saturday and Sunday. But what is a little rain when we can explore the best campground and beach in Nova Scotia? Here is June’s schedule for guided tours and walks within Five Islands ProvincialContinue reading “Five Islands Provincial Park 2024 Season Starts Friday!”

The Newletter Is Here!

Here is the PDF version for those who want to download a copy and print it.

Cape Chignecto Shelf Fungi

While hiking the Cape Chignecto Costal Trail last month I was struck by the variety of shelf fungi adorning the trees. Here is a small selection of various collections along the trail.

Looking for Treasures…

I enjoyed this Sunday morning tour with Deb and her grandson studying rocks and minerals around Partridge Island. Deb had contacted me a few weeks ago to see if I would accommodate them for a treasure hunt. The tides were favourable. We explored the weir, the beach, columnar basalt cliffs and spent time warming upContinue reading “Looking for Treasures…”

Tour Preparations continued

Part of my tour supplies are Fundy Jewels, a high protein, nutritious, gluten-free, vegan energy bite. I first introduced them to the Keep Your Daydream folks. Since then I have refined and further enhanced the initial recipe. Packed with ingredients like wild blueberries, Cumberland County maple syrup and switching from peanut butter to almond butterContinue reading “Tour Preparations continued”

Evergreen Content

“Evergreen Content” is a term we have all heard before, especially bloggers who have been at it for a while. I began blogging as part of the various websites I have created and maintained since 2008. I began FundyContemplations as a daily blog site on June 1st, 2021, long before I entertained the idea ofContinue reading “Evergreen Content”

Patterns Created by Wind and Waves

Anyone who has followed my blog for a while knows how much I love the ever-changing landscape. The tides present new surprises every time the beach emerges. Enjoy the offerings today!

Phinney Green on Victoria Day…

…with friends. A perfect day for a beach hike. Tranquility, sunshine, like-minded people, clouds reflecting in the Bay of Fundy and nothing but time!

Wild Roses…

Among the first green buds bursting open are the wild rose bushes lining the beaches. I am anticipating the blooms permeating the air with their sweet scent in just a few more weeks.

Five Islands Provincial Park Official Tour Operator

After dotting every “I”and crossing all ”Ts”, signing the contract and submitting the annual licensing fee I am finally able to share the exciting news: Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers is the official tour company to conduct guided hikes, interpretive walks and custom tours within Five Islands Provincial Park. The lengthy and in-depth application process wasContinue reading “Five Islands Provincial Park Official Tour Operator”

The Pebble Hunter

Pebbles from the sea Deposited by the tides – Colours, stripes and hearts!

Different Angles from Phinney Green Beach

Hard to believe these are the same sea stack formations! See them with your own eyes, book a tour!

NS Walks Day 2024

Parrsboro had a great turnout for their walk this morning. We wrapped it up with a nice lunch at the Harbour View Restaurant. For the afternoon we headed down shore to West Advocate for a lively group of of adults and children! My heart is full! Thank you to everyone who helped make this dayContinue reading “NS Walks Day 2024”

West Advocate: Red Rocks

One of the major landmarks along the beach near the starting point of the Cape Chignecto Trail is the Red Rocks Formation. A little driving tour this afternoon had us climb these sandstone rocks, admire the patterns and striations and enjoy the stunning views from the top!

Clark Head in Flat Light…

Sharing my favourite local beach at the end of the day. We stopped under the arch and enjoyed a freshly made cup of coffee. The perfect way to end a slightly gloomy day!