Category Archives: Contemplative Photography

Magical Morning Light…

Gentle morning light! Today marks five years of exploring the Fundy Shore. Five years ago we broke free from quarantine and started our new life in Nova Scotia. #tiderollersandmudlarkers #tiderollers_mudlarkers #parrsboroshoretours #cliffsoffundygeopark #bayoffundy #visitnovascotia #explorecumberland #makingnovascotiahome #parrsboronovascotia #autumnlight #morningfog

Maccan Tidal Marshland Park

Pausing for a much needed reset… a welcome spot along the road between Amherst and Parrsboro! The Maccan Tidal and Freshwater Marsh is never busy but offers an easy stroll through nature! #tiderollersandmudlarkers #tiderollers_mudlarkers #parrsboroshoretours #explorecumberland #maccantidalwetlandspark #pausetobreathe

Bitter-sweet…

…our last mindfulness photography session at Five Islands Provincial Park this afternoon was a windy event! The waves were crashing onto the shore with the tide approaching their highest levels. We caught one last glimpse at the 200 million year old dinosaur print first spotted last Monday:

Mindfulness Photography at Five Islands Provincial Park

Excellent turn out for our first ever free mindfulness photography session at Five Islands Provincial Park last Friday afternoon! Interested? Our next session takes place on Saturday, September 27th from 2-4 pm in the Day use area. Look for the sign!

A free day calls for a contemplative hike to Clarke Head Arch!

A glorious day to blow the cobwebs from my mind! Clarke Head Arch never lets me down.

MacAlmonds Pond Trail…

While exploring the Mi’kmawey Interpretive Trail last weekend I found out about the MacAlmond Pond Trail from a fellow walker. After a morning of rushing through shops I made the snap decision to check out this new-to-me trail. What I found was a haven of tranquility! The bear stayed hidden😊 and I had a lovelyContinue reading “MacAlmonds Pond Trail…”

Soley Cove in November

A last minute invitation to join a friend and her out-of -town visitor for “a couple of hours” at Soley Cove turned into a fantastic day on my favourite stretch of Minas Basin ocean floor. The morning was grey and misty… but we easily ignored it as soon as we stepped onto the beach. WeContinue reading “Soley Cove in November”

Mi’kmawey Debert Interpretive Trail

Familiarization of Cliffs of Fundy Geopark sites is high on my list of priorities. Last Tuesday the opportunity presented itself to visit and explore a destination I had on my bucket list for some time. I took Exit 13 on the Trans-Canada, turned my wheels toward the Debert Industrial Park and headed toward the parkingContinue reading “Mi’kmawey Debert Interpretive Trail”

Thanksgiving Photography Retreat…

Sylvie Mazerolle and I connected in late June and the idea of a photography retreat in the area crystallized. I had the distinct pleasure to guide this dynamic group of hardy women with cameras last Saturday! The following images and movie clips tell a better story than words. Enjoy! From Port Greville to Spencer’s Island,Continue reading “Thanksgiving Photography Retreat…”

Foggy Summer Mornings…

…a feast for the eyes! And yes, foggy morning tours can be arranged.

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”

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.

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.

The Pebble Hunter

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

Monday Morning at Rocky Lake

Light mist was rising as I made my way to the Halifax Search & Rescue training centre for one more day of learning this morning. When the sun emerged this visual haiku caught my attention. A visual haiku is a capture of two seasons… here we have autumn and spring, soft green tips unfurling andContinue reading “Monday Morning at Rocky Lake”

Chasing Northern Lights

The world has Aurora fever and I slept through it ast night! After a long day of training outdoors culminating in a night maneuver I only have the energy to look up before I slip into my tent. It’s overcast and there is light pollution… wishing everyone a restful night!