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Icons of the Atlantic Provinces
Nothing symbolizes vacation relaxation more than an iconic Adirondack chair. As we explored Canada’s Atlantic Provinces, red ones kept popping up in the most surprising locations. Often they were placed several miles from a trailhead, inviting us to sit, but leaving us wondering who had wrestled them through trees, over rocks and up and down…
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The International Great Crate Race
Our journey back to the West Coast began with a visit with friends Jeannie and Jeff. Our timing was perfect to catch the tail end of Rockland’s 75th Annual Lobster Festival. The 5-day August festival runs Wednesday through Sunday and is jam packed with all the food (lots of lobster), events and entertainment you’d expect…
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The Apple Core Challenge
Described as an “apple core” because of the unique shape, the Cape Forchu Lighthouse soars 98 feet above Yarmouth Harbor.Energetic visitors are challenged to climb the 77 steps to the top for a 360° view. We chose to pass on the invitation, opting instead to enjoy the views from ground level. Information boards posted along…
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Lined With Rainbows
No visit to the southern coast of Nova Scotia would be complete without a stop to explore the port town of Lunenburg. As one of only two urban communities in North America designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we knew we were in for a treat. As we’ve come to expect from Nova Scotia,…
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Scooting Through Nova Scotia
A few days in Nova Scotia will wrap up our time in Canada. What an adventure our journey has been. Our first three days were spent near Halifax at one of the most chaotic campgrounds, in terms of campsite arrangements, we’ve ever seen. A day touring downtown Halifax with its history and vibrant waterfront raised…
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Safe Landing In Gander
After safely landing our trailer into our designated “runway,”we had just one day to explore Gander. Guidebooks insisted we visit the International Departure Lounge at Gander International Airport. We thought that was a quirky suggestion, but surprisingly, it took up a good part of our morning. The historic lounge serves as a museum of sorts.…
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Far East Travel
We arrived at our campsite mid-day, leaving our afternoon free to wander downtown for a bit of city life. With a population of over 110,000, St. John’s is the largest city and the capital of the Newfoundland/Labrador province. St. John’s holds the distinction of being Canada’s most easterly city. Some argue Cape Spear, just outside…
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Damn The Bell…
Terra Nova was established in 1957 as the first National Park of Newfoundland and Labrador. Located on the northeast coast, it was our destination for the next three nights. We left the west coast behind and settled in for the drive, noting the many roadside moose warnings. The tiny fishing village of Salvage was one…
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Stuck In The Mud
Like so many Canadian trails, the Bakers Brook Falls path has hundreds of yards of boardwalk designed to protect the environment and to keep feet dry across the bogs. I think they might create a false sense of security, lulling walkers into believing the coast is clear when in fact, muddy sinkholes await. An accidental…
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