In Rural Newfoundland & Labrador it would not be uncommon to enjoy wild game as part of the regular rotation of meals from the kitchen.
Caribou Stew – Don’t Mind If I Do!
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Caribou Crossing – Viking Trail (Route 430) Great Northern Peninsula
A caribou herd had decided to establish a crossing on the Viking Trail. My European friend’s were treated to another experience with nature on the
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Joey’s Lookout – Gambo, NL
Gambo, NL depicted above was the homestead of the Province’s first Premier, Joseph R. Smallwood. He signed the documents that brought Newfoundland & Labrador into
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Random but Fun Observations from the Urban Holiday Travels
Here are a few observances from our few days in the Capital: It is important to Think Swiss! It seems we are consuming their culture
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A Resemblance of Shamus from Family Guy on Bell Island, NL
I have always had an appreciation for those who had taken the time to be creative and produce a form of Folk Art. It seems
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Provincial Government Eases Travel Burden by Improving Medical Transportation Program
The Department of Health and Community Services announced on January 10, 2012 that it had made improvements to the medical transportation program, which impacts the
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Find Yourself on Bell Island, NL – Part 2
Even if you get lost on Bell Island, Newfoundland & Labrador, it is quite the experience. I know there were times that I circulated up and down
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Find Yourself on Bell Island, Newfoundland & Labrador
On January 2, 2012 – My friends & I set out on our first adventure of the New Year. We hopped in the car, drove
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Nominate An Individual for Newfoundland & Labrador’s Highest Honour
The Order of Newfoundland & Labrador is the highest Honour of the Province. The Order of Newfoundland and Labrador was established and given Royal Assent
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Second Annual Mummer’s Walk & Food Drive Draws More Participants!
Sabrina Gaulton, NDP District Association President for the Straits-White Bay North organized the 2nd Annual Mummer’s Walk and Food Drive in the Straits. Despite the
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Is that Donny Dunphy or a Christmas Mummer?
Donny Dunphy is quite iconic with his jib rap, videos and musical performances. Him and Brenda have left an impression on myself and friends that
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A Swiss, German and Rural Newfoundlander Re-united for the Holidays.
On December 25th, 2011 I was re-united with my Swiss and German friend, who I had met in the Czech Republicin 2007. Unfortunately two others
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Having a Good Scuff at the 10th Annual St. Anthony Music Festival
On August 5, 2011 myself and a friend had plans to take in the 10th Annual St. Anthony Music Festival. After a quick stop at
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My Talking Stick…
I was first introduced to the talking stick when I had to work on a project for the Big Droke Cultures Foundation and had a
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Jumping Bean Blueberry Tea
I look for products that are Made Right Here, in Newfoundland & Labrador. Sometimes, I am able to find them when I catch NTV‘s Danielle Butt on
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Outraged with the price NL Lobster Fisherman will receive this season
There was a sense of positivity of some recovery in the fishery of Rural Newfoundland & Labrador in 2011 as the announcement of crab prices
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Change needed in how we run the fishery in Canada…
 It is upsetting to read headlines on the CBC – Lobster prices two dear: processors. The pricing panel set the starting price at $4.26
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RADIO CONCHE 105.9 FM!!!!!
 Community Radio is coming to Conche May 9 – 10. Make sure to tune in to 105.9 FM.  The French Shore Cultural Centre will
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The Loss of the General Store
 John Reeves Ltd., a family run enterprise may have closed its post in the Town of Conche many years ago, but there is still
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Apple, Walnut and Blue Cheese Salad with Lingonberry Vinaigrette
The Lingonberry in Rural Newfoundland & Labrador is referred to locally as the “Partridgeberry”. After reviewing From Our Atlantic Woods –Non-Timber Forest Product Directory 2009-2010,
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Squashberry Jam from Grandmother Pearl
My youthful Grandmother Pearl at 66 years of age is a wonder in the kitchen. She tends to prepare large meals for her extended family
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Traditional Firewood to Heat our Homes
 Wheelbarrow and a Fine Tier of Wood  Newfoundlander’s & Labradorian‘s have always depended on forests. The trees were used to build temporary residences
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Scenic Gros Morne National Park
A view of Norris Point, Gros Morne National Park There is always a scenic photo to be taken when you visit Gros Morne National Park. These
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Live Rural NL retaliates against Ellen’s stance of “Stop Seal Hunting in Canada”
Dear Ellen Degeneres – I am deeply disappointed that you have chosen to become the latest  celebrity to advocate against the Canadian Seal Hunt, joining forces with PETA
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Sandy Beaches at Norris Point, Gros Morne National Park
 Tropical Paradise on March 21, 2011 at Gros Morne? I always enjoy treks to Gros Morne National Park, which is one of our Rural Crown Jewels.Â
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Vernacular Architecture thrives in Conche, NL
The road to the French Shore will ultimately take you to Conche, NL. This is a must see Town on the North Eastern part of the Great Northern
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Ski-dooing in Rural Newfoundland…
Buddy Wasisname, a Canadian Comedian born in Newfoundland & Labrador has been known to tell jokes, especially about “Da Yammie”.   Buddy Wasisname: You knows what
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NL Moose Soup on Saturday
Saturday in Rural Newfoundland, has long been known as Soup Saturday. In September 2009, I returned to my community on the island of Newfoundland. Since
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Irish Road Trip….with Great Friends!
 Thursday morning started with our newest member of the team, Tobias, who I also met while studying at the University of Economics, Prague, Czech Republic.
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Dining in Galway…
Late Wednesday afternoon we checked into Sleepzone. The room for the night cost 1 Euro each, or the equivalent of $1.36 Canadian. Sadly, I paid
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