Tag Archives: Nova Scotia

Thanksgiving Blessings

Post-tropical storm Phillipe gifted us with a window decoration this morning! Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving, Anna

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”

Trail Scouting Expedition

I am leading a guided hike for Hike Nova Scotia on Saturday. Today was the day to check on the trail. There were no surprises along the beach leading to Partridge Island. The weather was spectacular and the trail was deserted. At the start of the trail the earth was wet and I had toContinue reading “Trail Scouting Expedition”

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!

Early Morning at the Foot of Partridge Island

It was my first time since Tropical Storm Lee had pounded our shoreline. And the changes I saw today were surprising. It really drove home the fact that the erosion of our shores is relentless. My goal this morning was to access the back beach at Partridge Island, it was the last day of veryContinue reading “Early Morning at the Foot of Partridge Island”

Quick Afternoon Hike to Wards Falls with my Friend

It was a busy weekend! I am so glad to have been able to attend the 13th Annual Parrsboro Film Festival for the first time since moving here. What a fantastic event! The line up of feature length and short films was truly educational, thought-provoking and entertaining. My friend Kristi was in the area forContinue reading “Quick Afternoon Hike to Wards Falls with my Friend”

Witnessing the fog lift…

…from Ottawa House-by-the-Sea beach. It was a tranquil Friday morning. I didn’t have to share the beach with anyone. What a treat! There was only 15 minutes between the first and last image of Ottawa House. Hope you are enjoying a relaxing weekend so far!

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”

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”