Category Archives: Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers

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”

Hot and Humid Beach Hike: Summary in Three Videos

Soley Cove approximately 2 Hours and 15 minutes after high tide I started on familiar territory, the sandy, easy to navigate Soley Cove beach and finished at Five Islands Provincial Park Day-use Area. There was sand, red mud, seaweed hiding some quicksand-like sections that sucked my legs in to well above my ankles and, justContinue reading “Hot and Humid Beach Hike: Summary in Three Videos”

Bushwhacking the Economy Trail Loop at Thomas Cove

I had not been here in a little over three months and what a surprise we had. I always considered this trail easy to navigate. Yes, there are exposed roots and a few muddy sections to consider but overall I felt it was suitable for most abilities. My trail test subject today was Colin. WeContinue reading “Bushwhacking the Economy Trail Loop at Thomas Cove”

The final swirl…

…or, one more “Meeting of the Waters” immersion! Today was the last day for this moon phase to experience the incoming tide. It was also the last opportunity to actually stand on the ocean floor as the waters come together and swirl around our calves. With the next full moon the Bay of Fundy watersContinue reading “The final swirl…”

Soley Cove at Early Light!

This week has been fantastic for early light tours! My clients from Michigan booked this tour after seeing the “Keep You Daydream” video feature of the tour I conducted. Who could have known that the mid-June excursion with Tricia, Marc and Caleb would generate so much interest in a short amount of time? We arrivedContinue reading “Soley Cove at Early Light!”

Can’t Get Enough: Meeting of the Waters, Take Two!

Last night at Ottawa House Story Time I met Becky and her mom who were travelling together from south of the border. While we chatted I mentioned that they are here during the Super Moon and that the tides are very high at the moment. The Meeting of the Waters came up and we quicklyContinue reading “Can’t Get Enough: Meeting of the Waters, Take Two!”

Once in a Blue Moon Low Tide Two Islands Tour

Today’s early morning, once in a lifetime tour was in the planning stages for the past six weeks. These clients contacted me after my debut on the “Keep Your Daydream” feature of Soley Cove. The request was “We are looking for an adventure!” “An adventure you shall have…” was my reply. And the suggestion ofContinue reading “Once in a Blue Moon Low Tide Two Islands Tour”

Custom Tour: Parrsboro to Eatonville and back!

We started out in Parrsboro with a quick stop at the Bubbling Tides near Partridge Island, a sight to behold! Our destination was the Eatonville Day-use Area where we explored the Three Sisters Loop. Views of rugged cliffs, Anderson Cove, Sea Pillars, the site of the old Eatonville settlement and harbour and finally the ThreeContinue reading “Custom Tour: Parrsboro to Eatonville and back!”

Three Trail Safety Checks

Glorious sunshine with mid-day high tides point to time in the forest! Hidden Falls had been calling me for months. The trailhead is located on Hwy 2 just past Prospect Road with a small parking area to safely pull your vehicle off the road while you enjoy time in the forest. Thanks to the wetContinue reading “Three Trail Safety Checks”

Soley Cove Sunday Afternoon

Yesterday’s rain cleared and a dry, pleasant day emerged this morning. It was perfect for an ocean floor excursion with first time visitors to Nova Scotia. My clients today hailed from Georgia and North Carolina. One client contacted me late yesterday. She had heard of me from friends I had shown the Parrsboro Shore fourContinue reading “Soley Cove Sunday Afternoon”

All in a Day’s Hike: Red Rocks to Refugee Cove and Back

22.2 km in 9.5 hours spent with like-minded people on the trail is pretty much a perfect Friday! Brian had volunteered to pick up a tent for someone and Heather and I took up his invitation to join him. The weather was great! And the company could not have been more pleasant. It was notContinue reading “All in a Day’s Hike: Red Rocks to Refugee Cove and Back”