December 26th may have brought unusually warm temperatures that resulted in building a sandcastle, going for a run in a t-shirt and the ability to
Find Your Winter Love via Snowshoeing
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Author: Live Rural NL
I’m carrying on my grandfather’s tradition of being a storyteller and will share rural Newfoundland & Labrador culture, traditions, business, travel, geography and experiences.
I completed a Bachelor of Commerce Hons. (Coop) degree from Memorial University of Newfoundland & Labrador. I currently live and work on the Great Northern Peninsula, where I was born and raised. I have lived and worked internationally and travelled to more than 75 countries around the globe. On October 11, 2011 I was elected the youngest Member to Represent the people of the Straits -White Bay North in the Provincial Legislature of Newfoundland & Labrador and served until 2021 the people of the Great Northern Peninsula when I opted to not re-offer for re-election.
The Wonders of White Point Walking Trail
Wedged between the communities of Bartlett’s Harbour and Castor River North is White Point. It’a natural beauty offers an incredible nature and walking experience as
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A Day on the Farm – Roddickton, NL
The Farm is a special place in the Town of Roddickton that has a strong connection to Dr. Grenfell and the important work of the
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Sculpin Cones & Berry Ice-cream a Specialty at Cafe Nymphe
The Dark Tickle Company of St. Lunaire-Griquet is famous for their use of locally harvested wildberries that create specialty jams and jellies. They have continuously
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At least 80 reasons to visit our Great Northern Peninsula!
I’ve put together a list of walking/hiking trails and lookouts on the Great Northern Peninsula from Bellburns and all communities to the North. I’ll be
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Finding (Abandoned) Fortune on the GNP!
The Great Northern Peninsula has a network of incredible hiking trails that pull people to explore Gros Morne National Park, Port au Choix National Historic
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Expansion of Cellular Service on GNP another Success Story!
Today, is another game changer for our Great Northern Peninsula! The community of Conche joined 10 others (Bay de Verde, Burin, Burlington, Cow Head, Cox’s
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A Treasure Map, Sandcastle, S’mores and Double Digit Boxing Day helped wrap up 2020 on the Great Northern Pen
The Great Northern Peninsula is typically “where winter begins and ends on the island of Newfoundland“. This past December had promise of our traditional white
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Climbing another Mountain in 2020
I did something amazing to end the year in 2019! Ending 2019 on a natural 5,200 metre high and out of breath in the Andes
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Live Rural NL returns in 2021
I’m excited to announce the return of regular postings to LiveRuralNL.com. I started this blog, LiveRuralNL.com more than a decade ago, reaching a peak of
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Become A Cultural Ambassador of Newfoundland and Labrador
This summer, I had the distinct pleasure of travelling many communities across Newfoundland and Labrador attending many festivals, events and activities that showcased our uniquely rich
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It’s All About Love – The Arches Provincial Park, Great Northern Peninsula
One can fall in love, over and over again, especially when visiting the Great Northern Peninsula, Newfoundland and Labrador. As you pass ancient fjords of
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Caribou present at Point Riche, Port au Choix
A Parks Canada National Historic Site, Port au Choix is home to aboriginal cultures and heritage dating back almost 5,000 years. There is an expanse
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Great Northern Peninsula would benefit from An Artisan’s Nook
This past summer I visited the Burin Peninsula, which is quickly developing its tourism product. Heritage Run is quickly becoming a destination for many travelers to
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L’Anse aux Meadows Viking Settlement – Where the World Came Full Circle
Imagine, L’anse aux Meadows, Great Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland, Canada is the land of first contact in North America by Europeans. Home of the only authentic Norse
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Clotheslines of Cod on the Great Northern Peninsula
Typically cod would be drying on flakes or neatly spread on flat rocks near the beach, but more and more often the cod fish can
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An End of Summer Surprise – Killer Whales Make Northland Discovery Boat Tour Memorable
At the end of summer, I took what would be my third Northland Discovery Boat Tour in just over a decade. It was my first
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Famous Last Fjords – Western Brook Boat Tour
There’s that famous photo of a hiker trekking Gros Morne National Park that has captivated audiences and brought tens of thousands of visitors to Western Brook
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It’s Like Walking on Mars – Tablelands of Gros Morne
After two days of being in the concrete jungle of a major Canadian city, it was very refreshing to spend a week on holiday in
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Stormy Cove – Old murders, long winters, and a town’s dark secrets
The Great Northern Peninsula is the setting of a new mystery novel by our very own Bernadette Calonego, an author born in Switzerland, who spends
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A Historic Rein….Town of Flower’s Cove Sends Open Invitation
September 9th marks a monumental moment in our history as Queen Elizabeth II’s reign will surpass that of Canada’s other great Mother of Confederation, Queen Victoria.
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What’s in a Name?….Nameless Cove, NL
I think it was Shakespeare’s Juliet in a soliloquy, who asked “What’s in a Name?” We’ll let me tell you… As you leave the paved
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Romanians go all out for Easter in Bucharest
After leaving Istanbul, Turkey, I spent a couple of days in Bucharest, Romania over the Orthodox Easter. This city of just under two million residents
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Tantalizing Traditions Served at Burnt Cape Cafe – Raleigh, NL
The Burnt Cape Cafe is a wonderful place to dine on traditional seafood dishes, moose meals and berry desserts. Situated in historic Raleigh this business
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My Turkish Times – The Real Turkish Delight
During the Easter Holidays, I added Turkey to my travels to experience the real Turkish delight! After a few unforgettable days in the Georgian mountain
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NSHLQ Come Home Year Celebration a Major Achievement – Then, Now & Forever!
When communities come together for a common goal on the Great Northern Peninsula anything seems to be possible. I only have to think about the
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Icebergs anchor in St. Anthony Bight, St. Carol’s and Great Brehat!
Icebergs are a common sight on the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula – it is the iceberg alley after all! The best viewings of
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River of Ponds rocked their 1st Come Home Year
River of Ponds just northeast of Daniel’s Harbour gets its name from the river that flows from a number of ponds in the area extending from
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Peaceful times in Pond Cove
Pond Cove is a small fishing community on the Great Northern Peninsula just 5 KM north of Plum Point and surrounding the beautiful and serene
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Georgia Love! – Post 600
Live Rural NL Blog has now reached 600 posts and more than 795,000 views! I primarily write about the Great Northern Peninsula, but for this
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