Category Archives: Special Feature

A Wet Adventure For A Great Cause!

I can’t imagine a better way to start a rainy Saturday in October😜… get up at 5:45, pile everyone into the car for a 6:45 departure and drive in complete darkness on muddy gravel roads to walk 10+km to raise funds for the Pugwash Ground Search & Rescue organization. The trail was well signed, itContinue reading “A Wet Adventure For A Great Cause!”

Wait Five Minutes…

…and the weather will change! That was certainly true today! It was a glorious fall day with rain showers, a rainbow and some vivid autumn colours!

Contributing to a Community Fundraiser

Parrsboro Creative, a local umbrella organization, is hosting their first ever Gala Dinner, Dance & Auction this coming Saturday, October 21st. I delivered my donation today. It consists of two parts: some art… and a guided ocean walk tour! The art pulled me back into the studio for several afternoons and evenings. The ocean floorContinue reading “Contributing to a Community Fundraiser”

The View from Cape Spencer

Tranquil moments while observing the receding tide at Cape Spencer just after noon. If you ever wondered how strong the currents are… this video might provide some insight!

Hike NS Fall Hike #2

I am leading free hikes this fall under the Hike Nova Scotia umbrella in conjunction with the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark. Last Saturday was my second hike, the Partridge Island Eco-Loop was our destination. I had several last minute cancellations due to illness. In the end I headed out with Larry and Caleb. Caleb isContinue reading “Hike NS Fall Hike #2”

Hidden Falls – Best Kept Secret To Date!

Those who have followed my blog for a while saw my post from August where I tried to reach Hidden Falls but the high water in the brook prevented my attempt at crossing. I tried twice more… to mo avail. Last Thursday, October 5th, my friend and I stopped on the way back from FiveContinue reading “Hidden Falls – Best Kept Secret To Date!”

It’s beginning to look a lot like… autumn!

So, we did a thing today😜… we jumped in the car to check on fall colours. One of my favourite places is the sugar bush in Fenwick. By this time last year we were almost past “leaf peeper season”… this year it’s just beginning! Enjoy the images, Happy Thanksgiving weekend!

Trail Scouting Day

We set out with the intention of hiking to Red Head Look-off in Five Islands Provincial Park only. The biggest reward was the way the cliff colours were illuminated just as we arrived at our destination. With the great weather we decided to hike through the campground and head toward the Estuary Trail, but notContinue reading “Trail Scouting Day”

Fall Colours at That Dutchman’s Cheese Farm in Economy

Just had to share! We stopped at That Dutchman Cheese Farm for some supplies and these are the colours that greeted us. Nothing can make a mundane shopping trip more enticing than lush flower beds and autumnal reds… enjoy!

Sharing my Passion About Parrsboro and the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark

Just as I was preparing to compose today’s post, this notification flashed on my screen! 50,000 views of my website? I couldn’t be happier! Thank you all for your interest and support! Coincidentally, the post was going to focus on reflections of my guided tour business. I met and connected with awesome tour participants fromContinue reading “Sharing my Passion About Parrsboro and the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark”

By popular demand…

For those looking for a nutritious breakfast cookie that is packed with nutrition… here is my recipe for Fundy Jewels! https://fundycontemplations.ca/fundy-jewels-the-recipe/ Many tour participants have welcomed this treat during a break on the ocean floor or woodland trail. With all natural ingredients this high-protein plant-based soft cookie hits the spot! Enjoy, you are welcome!! Anna

Compass and Map Certification

It was a fantastic weekend: sunshine, great location (Trenton Park), self-motivated and like-minded people, well-informed instructor and diverse learning on using maps and compass! Thank you to Hike Nova Scotia for organizing another well presented Outdoor Council of Canada certificate workshop and to Gregory Nix for sharing his passion! Time and energy well spent! NoContinue reading “Compass and Map Certification”

A weekend well spent!

The primary reason for spending time in Pictou County was to attend the Hike NS organized OCC course for using maps and compass. We had a dynamic group and an excellent, passionate instructor! I learned a lot! I passed the course! Ready to tackle the wilderness… no more getting lost in the woods while foragingContinue reading “A weekend well spent!”

Pictou Impressions

Pictou has come a long way over the past five years! We enjoyed our weekend in the area to learn more about its deeply-rooted Scottish history. If you have not visited I highly recommend doing so. The “Hector” Museum and Reproduction is well worth the time. There is a choice of restaurants and drinking establishmentsContinue reading “Pictou Impressions”

A New to Me Beach Near Sunset…

Autumnal equinox golden hour moments brought to you from Nova Scotia’s north shore! My exploration of Pictou County beaches continued. After a long day in a map and compass course which involved a fair amount of bushwhacking it was high time for some sandy beach walking.

Abundance!!!

It has been a stellar year for mushrooms! The rain, high humidity and warm temperatures created the perfect environment for various mushrooms. While I am only confident to pick three varieties for consumption I am busy preserving my last haul of close to 20 lbs (cleaned) chanterelles and Hydnum sp., otherwise known as hedgehogs. TheContinue reading “Abundance!!!”

Lace up your hiking boots and join us for several free guided hikes this fall!

Here is a direct link to the guided fall hikes offered in conjunction with the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark: Cliffs of Fundy Geopark Joint Events Our first hike takes place on Tuesday, September 26th. We are heading to Clarke Head. Space is limited, register soon! Hope to see you there, Anna

Hurricane Lee – Images and Videos from Parrsboro

First stop: First Beach Second stop: The end of Park Street Third stop: Lighthouse Road Fourth stop: Ottawa House Beach Fifth stop: Two Islands at High Tide (note the complete lack of beach!) Sixth and final stop: Two Islands Road with the best view of Clarke Head in the mist We still with power, theContinue reading “Hurricane Lee – Images and Videos from Parrsboro”

It’s Dahlia Season at the Halifax Public Gardens

The predicted rain held off for the time we spent in Halifax. There was a 2.5 hours window for me to set out exploring. I decided to revisit the Public Gardens since it had been well over a year since I last walked the winding paths. I was immediately struck by how lush the gardensContinue reading “It’s Dahlia Season at the Halifax Public Gardens”