Category Archives: Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers

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.

Soley Cove With Explorers from B. C.

The weather could not have been more perfect for our Soley Cove Tour. The brief was for “red cliffs” and Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers delivered! I was able to throw in a few sea stacks for good measure… … and the reward were smiles all around

Shifting Season

Wednesday is NS Walks day in Parrsboro. Today was the first time that the air was cool enough that jackets or long sleeves were required. An afternoon woodland excursion reminded me that autumn is upon us…

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”

Waiting for Lee…

Hurricane Lee is steadily advancing. With most of our preparations completed I felt the need to head to the beach. I was amazed by the calm that awaited. Diligent River Beach was approaching low tide and the light was soft and magical. It had been a while since my last visit. I could barely believeContinue reading “Waiting for Lee…”

Drama in the Sky around Clarke Head

We are preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Lee. There is only so much one can do, eventually you sit back and wait. My way to get ready is to head to the beach to survey and anticipate changes. I was treated to some stunning textures in the sky that seemed to intensify the coloursContinue reading “Drama in the Sky around Clarke Head”

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”

Soley Cove Solo Hike Turn Contemplative Photo Excursion

Two days ago I shared a summary of this hike in the form of three videos. I seldom get the opportunity to walk the ocean floor by myself these days. It was a magical time! I accessed the beach just two hours after high tide and as a result had several waits at various pinchContinue reading “Soley Cove Solo Hike Turn Contemplative Photo Excursion”

Spicer’s Cove in the Mist

Spicer’s Cove is on the way to the Eatonville Day-use Area. I stopped here recently during a private tour for a visitor to the area and vowed to return soon. It’s Colin’s birthday today and we decided to meet up with a friend and take the pups to the beach. The colours and textures ofContinue reading “Spicer’s Cove in the Mist”