It was an honour to be invited as a business operator located in the Cliffs of Fundy Geopark to take part in a Tourism Nova Scotia presentation for recertification of the Geopark. The event took place at Cape d’Or with a meal to die for! Witnessing the full Sturgeon Moon rise as we hiked backContinue reading “An Evening to Remember…”
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Soley Cove – Where Red Sandstone Cliffs Contrast with an Azure Sky
The brief: “We have one day to explore outside of Halifax. We would love to experience the Bay of Fundy!“ This was the perfect challenge that arrived via text from a couple based in Saskatoon, SK on Monday night. A mutual friend connected us. The weather could not have been more perfect for our SoleyContinue reading “Soley Cove – Where Red Sandstone Cliffs Contrast with an Azure Sky”
Last of the Season!!
Lobster Boil that is!! Big smiles make the best tip! Another happy couple staying at the Pleasant Street Inn took the opportunity to prebook a rustic Lobster Boil. What are you eating tonight? Can’t wait for next year’s lobster season to begin. It was great to meet guests from across Canada and treat them toContinue reading “Last of the Season!!”
Family Treasure Hunting Tour Recap
As “they” say: a picture is worth a thousand words. We spent a productive four hours looking for beach treasures along Wasson’s Bluff and Two Island beaches. We found sea glass, mermaid tears, moon snail shells, agate, quartz, smooth pebbles and colourful rocks! We shared snacks, watched hermit crabs, identified the gender of invasive greenContinue reading “Family Treasure Hunting Tour Recap”
Prep Day!
Every once in a while you get a challenge that is all-consuming! I spent the day getting ready for a special beach treasure hunt tour with a young family from Toronto tomorrow! The Fundy Geological Museum passed my name on three weeks ago suggesting I might be able to take two young girls (7 andContinue reading “Prep Day!”
Edgett’s Beach at High Tide
Edgett’s Beach is located in West Apple River near the Eatonville Day Use Area. We decided to go on a drive this afternoon and as we neared Advocate Harbour fog rolled in from the Bay of Fundy. Once we arrived at Edgett’s Beach the fog was on its way out and just at the timeContinue reading “Edgett’s Beach at High Tide”
Epic Lobster Boil at the Beach
Last evening’s lobster boil was scheduled to take place at the beach. I was glad I selected Partridge Island Beach with a couple shelters over the picnic table. I had prepared well but as I drove to the venue I saw lighting… pretended it didn’t happen and carried on. Trying to set the table withContinue reading “Epic Lobster Boil at the Beach”
In the Footsteps of the Dinosaurs at Wasson’s Bluff & Two Islands
Gillespie House B&B guests tore themselves away from these gorgeous grounds to explore the geology along two well-known and popular beaches along the Parrsboro Shore. Four hours well spent looking for rocks, crabs, hermit crabs and watching the tide rise around Eagle Island! We had mist, fog and even some rain which meant the newContinue reading “In the Footsteps of the Dinosaurs at Wasson’s Bluff & Two Islands”
After the Rain
This rainbow appeared after a heavy rain several days ago. I captured it just in time before it began to fade. The view from our back deck, our own little paradise!!
Shrouded in Mist…
Another RDF (rain-drizzle-fog) kinda day! I won’t keep me from heading to Clarke Head… Hope the sun shines wherever you are! Have a fantastic day, Anna
Evening Beach Escape
The beach called tonight! After a hot day it felt great to feel the cooling breeze.
Last Minute Soley Cove Photo Tour
I just love when my schedule allows for a last minute tour booking, as happed this morning. The text from The Pleasant Street Inn arrived at 8:15 pm inquiring if I was free. I had a morning commitment and knew the tide wasn’t favourable to do an ocean floor tour till later in the day.Continue reading “Last Minute Soley Cove Photo Tour”
Exploring the Carboniferous Age Cliffs on a Hot July Day
I had cleared all commitments from my calendar, met my deadlines and with a day at my disposal decided to tackle a hike on my bucket list, East Bay to West Bay starting near Partridge Island. My starting time was 2.5 hours after high tide which ensured that any possible punch point would be clear.Continue reading “Exploring the Carboniferous Age Cliffs on a Hot July Day”
Tranquility & Serenity: East Bay to West Bay, Parrsboro
It was a hot hike today: East Bay to West Bay – Not for the faint of heart! Lace up your studiest hiking boots, pack lots of water and get ready for rocky terrain and sore feet when you get home! Posting a proper hike recap tomorrow with details and images. Meanwhile, here is theContinue reading “Tranquility & Serenity: East Bay to West Bay, Parrsboro”
A Special Panorama
Fundy Shore Tranquility
Cliffs of Fundy GeoPark BioBlitz
A small group of professional and citizen scientists gathered yesterday for a BioBlitz at Diligent River bog. For nearly two hours we crouched, searched, discovered, recorded and swatted various biting insects while avoiding to get sucked up by the unpredictable bog. Everyone had fun engaging with nature, learning from one another and sharing. Accompanied byContinue reading “Cliffs of Fundy GeoPark BioBlitz”
Eagle and Gull Islands Revisited
Eagle and Gull Islands are better known as Two Islands along the Parrsboro Shore. I finally found time to revisit this elusive destination. So close and yet the access is somewhat limited. You will meet locals who encourage others to cross the shallow waters anytime. Based on personal experience and the many rescue stories thatContinue reading “Eagle and Gull Islands Revisited”
The Meeting of the Waters: Cat Bird Seat to Experiencing Tidal Force
Visitors to the Bay of Fundy’s Minas Basin usually hear about “The Highest Tides in the World” but unless one witnesses the tidal bore forging up a river, the incoming tidal speed, force and volume of water remains an abstract idea. In Parrsboro we are very fortunate because there is one beach where one gainsContinue reading “The Meeting of the Waters: Cat Bird Seat to Experiencing Tidal Force”
Misty Morning Beach Hike to Clarke Head
The mist didn’t deter visitors to Parrsboro from a post breakfast guided tour. “I’m happy!” and “We would have never explored this beach on our own!” were just two of the enthusiastic comments I overheard while walking below the 200 Million year old cliffs. Springer spaniel Angie was in her element: in and out ofContinue reading “Misty Morning Beach Hike to Clarke Head”
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