Circumnavigating Two Islands through the Hershey Kiss and experiencing the Meeting of the Waters last Saturday – what a way to start your Cliffs of Fundy Geopark holiday, Louise and Jon! This experience was topped with a rustic beach breakfast and freshly baked dulse-infused biscuits and a choice of tea or coffee. Great start toContinue reading “Two Tour Re-cap…”
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Media Coverage on CBC The National
A week ago we spent a very warm (and buggy) morning at Soley Cove. The reason: an interview to support the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Geopark re-evaluation efforts. Here are a few images: And here is the full story: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/unesco-global-geoparks-cliffs-of-fundy-discovery-perce-1.7550782 Thank you to Kayla Hounsell and Mark of CBC The National for your time andContinue reading “Media Coverage on CBC The National”
Successful May Tours with Fabulous Clients!
May 2025 started with a busier-than-expected tour schedule. With clients from Boston, Edmonton, Montreal and Halifax, the calendar filled up quickly. While most bookings are one-time events the Montreal gang had claimed four consecutive days with various beaches to explore. My job assignment with this repeat client and her friends, as always: “Keep us safeContinue reading “Successful May Tours with Fabulous Clients!”
Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Geopark Certified Experience Provider
🌊 Exciting News from Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers! 🌊 We are thrilled to share that Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers is now officially certified as a Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Geopark Experience Provider! This new initiative, launched by the Geopark earlier this year, aims to recognize businesses that deliver authentic, safe, and sustainable experiences within thisContinue reading “Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Geopark Certified Experience Provider”
Map & Compass Navigation: Life-saving Skills!
Spring is in full force here in Nova Scotia. If you are like me, you are probably out and about checking the trails and inspecting new growth. Sometimes an interesting plant beckons or the colour of a wildflower takes us off the defined woodland trail. It’s easy to find ourselves in surroundings like these… …andContinue reading “Map & Compass Navigation: Life-saving Skills!”
Leave No Trace & Ocean Floor Etiquette
Welcome back to the sixth and final installment of The Well-prepared Hiker mini-series! Today, we explore the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace — a simple yet powerful framework for minimizing our impact when we venture outdoors. These guidelines apply everywhere: remote wilderness areas, local parks, even our backyards.Here’s how the Leave No Trace organizationContinue reading “Leave No Trace & Ocean Floor Etiquette”
Emergency Readiness – What To Do If Things Go Sideways
Welcome back to Part 5 of our mini-series The Well-prepared Hiker! There’s a saying that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” — and nowhere is that truer than when heading out into nature. While we always hope for clear skies and smooth trails, a little preparation ensures even unexpected bumps alongContinue reading “Emergency Readiness – What To Do If Things Go Sideways”
Hiking With Kids Along the Fundy Shore
A great way to reconnect as a family!
Gear Guide for Ocean Floor Adventures Along The Parrsboro Shore
A deep dive into essential and nice to have items for your day hike.
Know Before You Go – Tides, Timing, and Terrain in and around Parrsboro
The Upper Bay of Fundy Minas Basin shoreline is challenging with varying terrain and tidal pinch points. The more you know the safer you are…
Introduction to Ocean Floor Hiking, Part 1
Why choose a guide for your ocean floor tour? It’s all about unlocking the stories, secrets, and spirit of this remarkable place.
Between Salt Air and Open Arms: Nova Scotia Welcomes You
Tide Rollers & Mudlarkers, also known as ParrsboroShoreTours.ca, is ready to roll into the 2025 season.Registrations are a little more sluggish than last year, and while we all have our theories, a recent comment from a local accommodation provider gave me pause: some potential guests have been calling to ask if Americans are welcome inContinue reading “Between Salt Air and Open Arms: Nova Scotia Welcomes You”
A New Season = New Experiences!
Winter is drawing to a close and preparations are in full swing for the 2025 season. After a couple Soley Cove tour adventures in January and February we are looking forward to snow-free, milder conditions. Over the past several months I have spent time reviewing, updating and augmenting my tour offerings by adding more experiences.Continue reading “A New Season = New Experiences!”
MacAlmonds Pond Trail…
While exploring the Mi’kmawey Interpretive Trail last weekend I found out about the MacAlmond Pond Trail from a fellow walker. After a morning of rushing through shops I made the snap decision to check out this new-to-me trail. What I found was a haven of tranquility! The bear stayed hidden😊 and I had a lovelyContinue reading “MacAlmonds Pond Trail…”
Soley Cove in November
A last minute invitation to join a friend and her out-of -town visitor for “a couple of hours” at Soley Cove turned into a fantastic day on my favourite stretch of Minas Basin ocean floor. The morning was grey and misty… but we easily ignored it as soon as we stepped onto the beach. WeContinue reading “Soley Cove in November”
Mi’kmawey Debert Interpretive Trail
Familiarization of Cliffs of Fundy Geopark sites is high on my list of priorities. Last Tuesday the opportunity presented itself to visit and explore a destination I had on my bucket list for some time. I took Exit 13 on the Trans-Canada, turned my wheels toward the Debert Industrial Park and headed toward the parkingContinue reading “Mi’kmawey Debert Interpretive Trail”
Economy Falls
A visit to Economy Falls has been on my agenda for nearly four years. Between washed out, nearly impassable roads, a crazy schedule and lack of interest from hiking friends it took this much time to finally get to the long anticipated destination. Currently the River Philip Road is a well-maintained gravel logging road. ItContinue reading “Economy Falls”
Beachside October Edition – better late than never…
Apologies for posting the newest edition rather late. Once you read through the newsletter, you will have a better idea why it wasn’t finished earlier. Thanks for your patience! To download your copy to keep or share with friends click on the Newsletter tab in the menu.
Beachside, September Edition
September, a month full of changes, new beginnings and reflection. This edition is chock-full of tributes to the many wonderful people I have met over the last month. There are exciting news about an upcoming photography retreat right here in Parrsboro in October with the wonderful Sylvie Mazerolle. Last, but not least: I am facilitatingContinue reading “Beachside, September Edition”
Foraging Weekend!
For the first time this month I had the weekend off. The weather has been stellar and the tides were favourable for replenishing our dulse stash. Dulse (Palmaria palmata) is an edible seaweed rich in nutrients and popular among maritimers. Every community boats that they have THE best dulse and with prices online of aroundContinue reading “Foraging Weekend!”