This lovely couple cashed in a gift certificate to explore Clarke Head Arch and the stretch of beach that leads to this impressive landmark along the Parrsboro shore. The perfect activity to start a weekend!
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Family from Ithaca, NY on tour!
Another hot day – an early morning tour inquiry and a scramble to obtain a special permit to guide tours to Two Islands Beach during the trail closures due to extreme dryness in Nova Scotia. I am relieved and happy that a special permit from the Department of Natural Resources enables me to continue withContinue reading “Family from Ithaca, NY on tour!”
Family Geology Tour…
In the footsteps of Eldon George… this budding geologist from the Ottawa region was keen to check out the beaches at Wasson’s Bluff and Two Islands today! There were shiny rocks and hermit crabs galore, skipping rocks was another interest and just wading in the water at low tide kept us cool and focussed. ThereContinue reading “Family Geology Tour…”
Two Tour Re-cap…
Circumnavigating Two Islands through the Hershey Kiss and experiencing the Meeting of the Waters last Saturday – what a way to start your Cliffs of Fundy Geopark holiday, Louise and Jon! This experience was topped with a rustic beach breakfast and freshly baked dulse-infused biscuits and a choice of tea or coffee. Great start toContinue reading “Two Tour Re-cap…”
Successful May Tours with Fabulous Clients!
May 2025 started with a busier-than-expected tour schedule. With clients from Boston, Edmonton, Montreal and Halifax, the calendar filled up quickly. While most bookings are one-time events the Montreal gang had claimed four consecutive days with various beaches to explore. My job assignment with this repeat client and her friends, as always: “Keep us safeContinue reading “Successful May Tours with Fabulous Clients!”
Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Geopark Certified Experience Provider
🌊 Exciting News from Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers! 🌊 We are thrilled to share that Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers is now officially certified as a Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Geopark Experience Provider! This new initiative, launched by the Geopark earlier this year, aims to recognize businesses that deliver authentic, safe, and sustainable experiences within thisContinue reading “Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Geopark Certified Experience Provider”
Map & Compass Navigation: Life-saving Skills!
Spring is in full force here in Nova Scotia. If you are like me, you are probably out and about checking the trails and inspecting new growth. Sometimes an interesting plant beckons or the colour of a wildflower takes us off the defined woodland trail. It’s easy to find ourselves in surroundings like these… …andContinue reading “Map & Compass Navigation: Life-saving Skills!”
Leave No Trace & Ocean Floor Etiquette
Welcome back to the sixth and final installment of The Well-prepared Hiker mini-series! Today, we explore the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace — a simple yet powerful framework for minimizing our impact when we venture outdoors. These guidelines apply everywhere: remote wilderness areas, local parks, even our backyards.Here’s how the Leave No Trace organizationContinue reading “Leave No Trace & Ocean Floor Etiquette”
Hiking With Kids Along the Fundy Shore
A great way to reconnect as a family!
Emergency Readiness – What To Do If Things Go Sideways
Welcome back to Part 5 of our mini-series The Well-prepared Hiker! There’s a saying that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” — and nowhere is that truer than when heading out into nature. While we always hope for clear skies and smooth trails, a little preparation ensures even unexpected bumps alongContinue reading “Emergency Readiness – What To Do If Things Go Sideways”
Gear Guide for Ocean Floor Adventures Along The Parrsboro Shore
A deep dive into essential and nice to have items for your day hike.
Know Before You Go – Tides, Timing, and Terrain in and around Parrsboro
The Upper Bay of Fundy Minas Basin shoreline is challenging with varying terrain and tidal pinch points. The more you know the safer you are…
Introduction to Ocean Floor Hiking, Part 1
Why choose a guide for your ocean floor tour? It’s all about unlocking the stories, secrets, and spirit of this remarkable place.
Between Salt Air and Open Arms: Nova Scotia Welcomes You
Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers, also known as ParrsboroShoreTours.ca, is ready to roll into the 2025 season.Registrations are a little more sluggish than last year, and while we all have our theories, a recent comment from a local accommodation provider gave me pause: some potential guests have been calling to ask if Americans are welcome inContinue reading “Between Salt Air and Open Arms: Nova Scotia Welcomes You”
A New Season = New Experiences!
Winter is drawing to a close and preparations are in full swing for the 2025 season. After a couple Soley Cove tour adventures in January and February we are looking forward to snow-free, milder conditions. Over the past several months I have spent time reviewing, updating and augmenting my tour offerings by adding more experiences.Continue reading “A New Season = New Experiences!”
The Bubbling Tides…
…also known as Glooscap Grandmother’s Cooking Pots along Partridge Island Beach draw crowds every year. The Fundy Geological Museum conducts tours all summer long and if you are at Partridge Islands two hours before or two hours after high tide you can witness the phenomena yourself. I am always in search of new information andContinue reading “The Bubbling Tides…”
Beachside October Edition – better late than never…
Apologies for posting the newest edition rather late. Once you read through the newsletter, you will have a better idea why it wasn’t finished earlier. Thanks for your patience! To download your copy to keep or share with friends click on the Newsletter tab in the menu.
Beachside, September Edition
September, a month full of changes, new beginnings and reflection. This edition is chock-full of tributes to the many wonderful people I have met over the last month. There are exciting news about an upcoming photography retreat right here in Parrsboro in October with the wonderful Sylvie Mazerolle. Last, but not least: I am facilitatingContinue reading “Beachside, September Edition”
Busiest Tour Schedule To Date!
The last ten days have been the busiest and most rewarding this summer. Some days I could have split myself into thirds to accommodate the tour requests. I hate to disappoint anyone interested in a guided tour experience but those clients who registered well in advance reaped the benefits of being organized. It was aContinue reading “Busiest Tour Schedule To Date!”
Driving Tour, Anyone?
When clients request to see as many special beaches as possible while also witnessing tidal changes we have no problem delivering! We started out at 7:30 am and returned at 5:30 pm with huge smiles! My family from Regina, SK communicated their objectives during the winter while planning their Maritime holiday. It was a realContinue reading “Driving Tour, Anyone?”
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