Hiking & Walking
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5 Easy Hikes to Waterfalls in Nova Scotia
Everybody loves a waterfall, don’t they? I know I do. I’ve visited lots and lots of waterfalls in Nova Scotia and here are 5 I’ve found that are pretty easy hikes and kid friendly. In no particular order, here they are ! Borden Brook Falls, Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County 3138 Pereau Rd, Canning, NS B0P 1H0 From the Blomidon Lower parking lot, cross the road onto the grass -you’ll see signs. Once in the woods, just follow the trail to the waterfall. If you take a left at the bridge just before the falls, you will follow the rest of the Borden Brook Trail, but…its steep, and muddy and…
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Strolling Kentville Ravine
Situated in the eastern end of the Annapolis Valley with the North Mountain as a backdrop , is the town of Kentville. It’s location was chosen for the Cornwallis River which meanders though the town. Kentville is proud of its recreational facilities-outdoor pool, arena, soccer and baseballs fields and more. All these are meticulously looked after. I go there for the trails,mostly. There are 5 to chose from: The Harvest Moon Trail which stretches for 110 km from Grand pre to Annapolis Royal. Popular for biking as well as hiking.Easy access to nearby towns along the way. Miner’s Marsh- a short, looped trail great for birdwatchers ,walkers and…
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All About Black Bears
I Had Questions About Bears At least one. Last night while lying in bed, I asked my husband a question. “Listen”,I said “l know what to do when meeting a black bear, but what if I need to use bear spray and the wind is blowing towards me? ” I had no desire to be blinded by capsicum spray nor be a snack. I wasn’t really looking for an answer. Nor did I get one.But I decided today to look it up, just to satisfy my curiosity . I had idly wondered if one should somehow,someway wriggle themselves around so the wind was in a more favorable position – blowing…
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Hiking Cape Split During Mud Season
Updated March 18/26 The temperature was perfect as we wound our way along the trail. We encountered some big fluffy snowflakes followed by sunny skies. All were welcome. I’ve hiked Cape Split numerous times but this is only the second time I did the the new loop. I had done some research and was expecting mud and I was not disappointed to find, it was indeed, mud season. The newly looped trail, is 13.2 km, not including distance to viewpoints, and runs through old growth forest with some new scenic look offs. Scots Bay trail-the new section, offers views of the Bay of Fundy while the ‘old’ trail-the Minas…
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Hiking Ruby’s Trail
Hiking Ruby’s Trail in New Ross I’d heard about this trail for awhile before I actually put boots on it. Just heard about it-and that it is was in New Ross. That’s all. When our hiking group actually made the trip to hike it we found that it IS delightful. The history of the trail shows the power of community support and love. Ruby’s Trail is a gift back to the community for the outpouring of kindness and caring shown after the heartbreaking of death of 1 year old Ruby Webber. A rare fatal neurological disorder would take little Ruby in May 2017. The Trail The trail winds through the…
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Explore Our Bay Part 1 – Scots Bay to Blomindon
The Bay of Fundy has so much to explore-it might take an entire summer to do it properly. I plan to contribute some information in batches-this post is Explore Our Bay-Scot’s Bay to Blomidon. So lets start now! This short video is Part 1 of a series along the Bay-showcasing Scot’s Bay to Blomindon Provincial Park Scot’s Bay is a rocky beach, popular for driftwood and family picnics . Keep heading south on the 358 and you will come to the infamous Look Off which lays the valley out below you like quilt. Drop in toe the little restaurant across the road for a humongous ice cream. Cape Split is…
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13 Things You Need to Know Before You Date a Hiker
So, you’ve met this person-and you are on your first date. You getting to know each other over a double-double . It’s going well, all talk about jobs and home towns and interests. He mentions he loves the outdoors and especially hiking. You don’t bother to say you…don’t. Or, at least,that you are not very familiar with this activity. Or even a big fan of the great outdoors. After all, how bad can it be to date a person who hikes? Ignorance may be bliss but not when it comes to melding of opposite personalities. Forewarned is, as they say, forearmed. Here’s what to expect if you date a hiker…
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Best Winter Hikes in West Hants
Links for Best Winter Hikes in West Hants Irishman’s Rd Recreation Site Avondale Trail System Dawson Falls Meadow Pond Moses Mountain
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Winter Hiking Tips That Everyone Needs to Know
Being outside in winter is lovely, Maybe not for everyone but for me. Winter trails are beautiful and it can be a mood lifting experience to get out of the house. But it’s important to be prepared. Follow these winter hiking tips for a safe and enjoyable winter outing : Research the trail you are planning to hike. Alltrails has an extensive listing of trails and often reviews from recent hikers telling what trail conditions are like. Check it out at https://www.alltrails.com/ Along with hiker reviews, check things such as the length of the hike, elevation and trail conditions . Know and stay within your limits. Winter is no…
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An October Walk along Houston Beach
It was a perfect day for a walk along Houston beach-mid October. Sunny. Neither too hot ,nor too cold. Perfect. Houston ( or Heustis) is a little sand beach about 1.5 km long along the Minas Basin just below Blomidon Provincial Park It’s quiet this time of year except for the occasional dog and family strolling along the red sand . Today we were there at about 11:45. By then the tide was out a far bit. The tide would not be high again until 7:45 pm. Lots of time to explore. I use this site to calculate the tide at Houston Beach/Blomidon. These tides are also good for Hantsport,…
