The one kilometre boardwalk in Grate’s Cove begins just across from Grate’s Cove Studio and Restaurant. Unfortunately for me, they weren’t yet open for the
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Western Bay Painted Boardwalk
I get the feeling there is a strong sense of community in Western Bay. A place where residents come together to create and share their
Colours in Cavendish, Newfoundland
Take a walk along Cavendish Point Trail on Route 80, nestled between Whiteway and Heart’s Delight. These sheds captured fame in 2016 as they were
Merry Christmas from the Mitchelmore’s!
My Christmas tree has been transformed when I stopped collecting shot glasses and began collecting Christmas ornaments from around Newfoundland and Labrador, as well as
Finding Yourself on Flamber Head Path
The East Coast Trail is 25 footpaths that span more than 270 KMs of trails and more than 330 KM when you count communities routes
Returning to LaManche Suspension Bridge
LaManche Village is another re-settled fishing community on the Avalon Peninsula and is a part of the East Coast Trail. The easiest route to LaManche
Trekking from Renews to Fermeuse along the Bear Cove Path
After trekking the Island Path from Cappahayden to Renews in some mist and foggy weather, mom and I lucked out going from Renews to Fermeuse
Island Meadows Path – Cappahayden to Renews
It was a foggy morning but a lovely walk to complete Island Path from Cappahayden to Renews and return for about 20 KM on the
Don’t Take the Sea Glass at Glassy Beach
Sea Glass is a treasured commodity among beach combers and craftspeople. I’ve seen Christmas trees and many wonderful products produced from the weather beaten shards
A Fine Feed of Dried Caplin
Earlier this year, I wrote about the caplin rolling at Middle Cove Beach. It was quite remarkable to see my two little nephews, so excited
A Brisk Walk Around Clarke’s Gulley in Victoria
The Town of Victoria is located on Route 70 and often referred to as the “crossroads to Trinity and Conception Bays.” On my last visit,
Santa’s Reindeer Return to the Great Northern Pen in Time for the Holidays!
The majestic caribou, resemble the reindeer of the North. We often say that Santa’s reindeer are back in time for the holidays! They are fixtures
Have You Been to the Highlands of Perry’s Cove?
The Highlands Walking Trail is 1.4 KM return that starts near the United church at Perry’s Cove. This trail is just off Route 70 and
Nearly 200 Year Old Root Cellar at Bradley’s Cove
Gussets to Western Bay is a 12 KM return trail that takes you from Wharf Loop road in the Town of Small Point-Broad Cove-Blackhead-Adam’s Cove
Mudder Wet Path – A Route Along the Aquaforte River
Another section of the East Coast Trail is a segment of the Spurwink Island Trail that goes from Route 10 near the Welcome to Aquaforte
Little Lawn Beach – A Treasure Known by Locals of the Burin Peninsula
The pebble beach at Little Lawn is truly a hidden gem, nestled between St. Lawrence and Lawn on the Burin Peninsula. You can pull-off and
Spectacular Views of the Tablelands at Trout River Pond
Early this year, my mom and I had a fabulous weekend in Trout River! It is a paradise for hiking and walking adventures. One of
Catching the Big One and Remembering that Big One that Got Away!
The fishery is the most important thing in Newfoundland and Labrador. And when we speak the word fish, we refer to cod. It has provided
Trailblazing with a Caribou On Top of the Tablelands
Gros Morne National Park is the number one destination for tourism in Newfoundland and Labrador and is home to a network of more than 100
Kayaking and Glamping on the Humber River a True Highlight of Summer
Earlier this year, I started watching several episodes of CBC’s Land & Sea. One of the episodes highlighted, Ashley Hann of Riverside Farms. This young
Paradise at Salmon Cove Sands & Trail of the Eagle
A summer time getaway doesn’t always have to be to the sunny south. We’ve found during Covid-19 times new loves from some of our local
Rainbow Rocks at Lance Cove Beach along Cape Broyle Head Path
It’s a long trek to a beautiful beach with many up hill and down hill movements but Lance Cove makes for wonderful memories when trekking
The Caribou Make the Visit to the GNP More Memorable
The majestic caribou are often visible at roadside on Route 430 (The Viking Trail) near St. Anthony Airport. These animals can be seen in various
The Remarkable Berry Head Arch on the East Coast Trail
Completing the East Coast Trail was a goal of mine and I had planned to finish on the Spurwink Island Path to see this remarkable
A Secret Cave at Topsail Beach
There’s incredible beauty at Topsail Beach. You will find many children throwing rocks at the sea, residents basking in the sun or enjoying a beachside
A Fall Harvest
As October approaches, the roadside gardens on the Great Northern Peninsula get harvested. I planted a small crop this season that consisted of kale, cabbage,
Completing The East Coast Trail – Put it on Your Bucket List!
The East Coast Trail is one of our province’s greatest gems for residents and tourists, spanning more than 336 KM on the Eastern edge of
Drying Cod
For hundreds of years, rural Newfoundlanders and Labradorians have salted and dried cod fish. These fish in the past were placed on flakes or flat
Start Planning Your Road Trip as The Road to Conche is Fully Paved!
The residents of Conche have always known that the key to improving their economic future was improved transportation and advanced telecommunications infrastructure. When I first
Patridgeberry Time on the Great Northern Peninsula
As the Great Northern Peninsula transitions from summer to fall, so does the activity of residents from digging their vegetable gardens, moose hunting, packing in