After dotting every “I”and crossing all ”Ts”, signing the contract and submitting the annual licensing fee I am finally able to share the exciting news: Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers is the official tour company to conduct guided hikes, interpretive walks and custom tours within Five Islands Provincial Park. The lengthy and in-depth application process wasContinue reading “Five Islands Provincial Park Official Tour Operator”
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The Pebble Hunter
Pebbles from the sea Deposited by the tides – Colours, stripes and hearts!
Different Angles from Phinney Green Beach
Hard to believe these are the same sea stack formations! See them with your own eyes, book a tour!
Monday Morning at Rocky Lake
Light mist was rising as I made my way to the Halifax Search & Rescue training centre for one more day of learning this morning. When the sun emerged this visual haiku caught my attention. A visual haiku is a capture of two seasons… here we have autumn and spring, soft green tips unfurling andContinue reading “Monday Morning at Rocky Lake”
Weekend to remember…
From tenting in the forest, S.O.A.P. note taking, evacuating injured individuals, immobilizing suspected spinal injuries, night time and early morning drills with multiple casualties, to splinting: this weekend did not disappoint! One more day to get advanced certification and it’s a wrap! Heading to my sleeping bag in the woods for one final night withContinue reading “Weekend to remember…”
Chasing Northern Lights
The world has Aurora fever and I slept through it ast night! After a long day of training outdoors culminating in a night maneuver I only have the energy to look up before I slip into my tent. It’s overcast and there is light pollution… wishing everyone a restful night!
Emerging…
…ferns unfurling! Unmistakably spring!
NS Walks Day 2024
Parrsboro had a great turnout for their walk this morning. We wrapped it up with a nice lunch at the Harbour View Restaurant. For the afternoon we headed down shore to West Advocate for a lively group of of adults and children! My heart is full! Thank you to everyone who helped make this dayContinue reading “NS Walks Day 2024”
West Advocate: Red Rocks
One of the major landmarks along the beach near the starting point of the Cape Chignecto Trail is the Red Rocks Formation. A little driving tour this afternoon had us climb these sandstone rocks, admire the patterns and striations and enjoy the stunning views from the top!
Clark Head in Flat Light…
Sharing my favourite local beach at the end of the day. We stopped under the arch and enjoyed a freshly made cup of coffee. The perfect way to end a slightly gloomy day!
New Season = New Tour Clients!
There is no better way to spend Sunday afternoon than with a fresh tour booking to officially kick off the 2024 season. Soley Cove beckoned and it was glorious! My happy client was glad she didn’t have to worry about the tides and when she should turn back to avoid being cut off. She welcomedContinue reading “New Season = New Tour Clients!”
Cape Chignecto: Tree Over Bridge
…when you have to change your stride because a tree is in your path…
Cape Chignecto: Bark Study
Up close and personal, bark layers.
Cape Chignecto: Tranquility
Catching my breath and enjoying the silence along the coastal trail, Saturday, April 27th, 2024
Cape Chignecto Landmark: Storyteller Tree
Between trail marker 27 and 28 km, just before or after the halfway mark, depending if one travels clockwise or counter-clockwise, this ancient, gnarly, attention-demanding sentinel calls the hiker to attention! Many a picture has been captured with this tree… many a story could be told if it could speak!
Refugee Cove
Refugee Cove with the Ol’ Sal Sea Stack is a place for rest, filtering water and prepare for the last 11 km to complete the coastal loop. Bittersweet! Looking forward to my own bed😊
No Monday Blues Here…
That’s my lunch stop today. Isle Haute in the distance floating between heaven and earth!
Stunning Coastal Views
This is what I am enjoying today: perfect Sunday vistas, one more enticing than the last!
Off Grid!
Just a few images to keep you in the loop. I am well on my way by now sauntering counter-clockwise. I am doing the hike solo this year to get away from everyday noise and routines.
Hike or Saunter?
I spent yesterday dividing my time between reviewing the hiking supply list, a meeting with the Geopark manager and fitting back country hiking gear into my backpack. It weighs in at 30 lbs this year (including 2.5 litres of water and food for five days). It felt balanced and quite comfortable as I tried itContinue reading “Hike or Saunter?”
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