The Cape to Cape footpath is approximately 400 kilometres of trail starting at Cape Chignecto and crosses mainland Nova Scotia to Cape George. Being a community based project, trail segments were established throughout four counties. Trail systems such as Rogart Mountain Trail, Kenomee Trail System and the Gully Lake Wilderness Area are part of this footpath.
had the perfect plan! As any savvy parent would appreciate, I found something that was not only fun but was educational too! We decided to take a tour of the Glooscap Heritage Centre & Mi'kmaw Museum at the Truro Power Centre located in Millbrook.
You see, the road from Halifax to Windsor had mile markers along the way. Most were made out of wood, but some were carved into stone. Somewhere along the Post Road trail was mile marker 27.
Theodore Tugboat was once the star of a children's show, named after him, that originally aired for eight seasons, producing 130 episodes shown in of 80 different countries. He lives a life of celebrity, recognized as an icon on the Halifax waterfront for his trademark smile that brightens everyone's spirits.
The first day of our three day trip to Pictou, Antigonish and Guysborough. Today we visit the The Hector Exhibit Centre & Archives and explore the historic town of Pictou.
If you have ever been to the Town of Oxford you've probably seen the friendly giant wild blueberry greeting you to the "Wild Blueberry Capital of Canada." Nova Scotia is the largest processor of wild blueberries in the world!
After the scenic Cape d'Or Lighthouse, I travel to Port Greville to the Age of Sail Museum. This Museum displays themes such as lumbering, shipbuilding, marine life and many items that immerse visitors in this great era of Nova Scotia's history.
When Jewel of the Seas departs the Halifax Seaport at around 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, it will mark the end to another successful cruise season for Halifax. More than 120 cruise vessels visited the Port of Halifax this season, bringing over 240,000 passengers to our region.
This time, I travel to Parrboro to the Historic Ottawa House By-The-Sea, the former summer home of Sir Charles Tupper. Come along as I see the spectacular view at Five Islands, hike through Partridge Island and explore the historic Parrsborough Shore.
This time I travel to Truro to visit Nan Harvey at the Colchester Society Museum and Archives. While in Truro, I see the Tidal Bore, a natural phenomenon, Robie Street Cemetery and the beautiful Victoria Park.