Island in the Mist…

The goal was to get up early to time our circumnavigation of Partridge Island just so. The end result was that neither Adrienne nor I are into holding on to ropes while slithering over seaweed covered rocks. We walked to the rock outcropping from each side instead (and called it “goal accomplished) while experiencing someContinue reading “Island in the Mist…”

Rock Hounding in the Bay of Fundy

Exploring the beaches has become my passion. Sharing the area with visitors is the next best thing. This week I am spending time with a young rock hounder from Quebec. Our first stop was Wasson’s Bluff shortly after sunrise on Tuesday. Tuesday afternoon we ventured to Five Island Provincial Park to explore the beach aroundContinue reading “Rock Hounding in the Bay of Fundy”

After Dinner Walk at Ottawa House Beach

After a rainy Saturday the sun was a welcome sight today. I got out for two short beach walks. The walk after supper at Ottawa House beach was glorious with a nice breeze across the water. What a way to conclude a weekend. Ready to end May and start June this week! Stay tuned forContinue reading “After Dinner Walk at Ottawa House Beach”

Partridge Island Beach Rocks

Ottawa House Beach is a popular destination for gentle walks. Earlier this week I arrived at a time when the tide was receding. Glooscap Grandmother’s Cooking Pots we’re bubbling, seaweed and kelp adorned the pebbles along the high tide line. The basalt cliffs beckoned… I headed in their direction and discovered a whole new beach…Continue reading “Partridge Island Beach Rocks”

Fundy GeoPark Tour: Part 2 – Ottawa House Beach and Partridge Island

… Last Thursday Ottawa House Beach was transformed into a classroom to learn about the high tides in the Minas Basin and the top of Partridge Island turned out to be the perfect place to learn about Pangea…

Thomas Cove Excursion

…Two hours well spent and with a memory card full of images…

Staying Flexible…

…As we immerse ourselves into the moment, the experience of discovery and fully appreciating what we are seeing and framing with our cameras tops any discomfort due to wet clothing or biting flies buzzing around our heads…