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
Catching the Big One and Remembering that Big One that Got Away!
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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
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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
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Make 100 days count in 2021!
It is very satisfying when you set a goal and you work hard to achieve it! So Make #100Days Count in 2021! In July 2019,
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Wrecks & Rescues at North Boat Harbour
North Boat Harbour is a quiet little fishing community at the end of an 8 kilometre gravel road with a very tiny population on the
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Finding Miniatures in St. Margaret’s Bay
St. Margaret’s Bay is nestled between the Dog Peninsula of Bird Cove to Reefs Harbour-Shoal Cove West and New Ferolle. It provided shelter to early
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Springtime Meant Leaving Deep Cove for Anchor Point, NL
Today a collection of colourful miniatures create the atmosphere of what life was like in Deep Cove on the Great Northern Peninsula in days gone
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Returning to Resettled Little Brehat by Trail, Great Brehat, NL
Great Brehat is a picturesque fishing community that is near St. Anthony and home to beautiful icebergs, whales, ocean views and an abundance of wild
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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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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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There’s No Place Like Home – Grandois 2015
Like a line from the 1939 film ‘The Wizard of Oz’, Dorothy is heard saying, “There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home”,
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Candace Cochrane Adds Creative Flair to Conche, NL
I first met Candace Cochrane via her literary work, which is a photo book of Outport NL, which is proudly on display at my Confederation
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Embroidered Bread & Conche Caplin
The creative community of Conche is where I purchased this tapestry of embroidered bread and caplin. It sits in the public gallery at the Straits-White
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Iceberg at Tapper’s Cove, Torbay
I’m from Iceberg Alley! There is no better place to see icebergs than on the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula – L’Anse aux Meadows,
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A Little Piece of Heaven Exists on Change Islands, NL
As the sun sets on the horizon, one has a feeling that a little piece of heaven exists on Change Islands, NL, On Saturday, May
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Under the O – 75
Rural Newfoundland & Labrador thrives on vibrant social gatherings that happening each night of the week in community. In my little community of Green Island
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A Mountain of Relaxation in San Marino
After leaving Malta, I took a low-cost flight with Ryanair to Bologna for $75, a bus to the Central Train Station for a couple of
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Your Road to Adventure Awaits…
Those who live on the Great Northern Peninsula appreciate the true beauty, the mystique and charm that comes with Northern living. I’ve spent a lot
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A Walk Down Memory Lane…
It seems almost a lifetime ago, yet my first foray into business is strongly linked to the political world. In March 2002, I left my
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My First Visit to Prague was January 2007…I’ve had many returns
I moved to Europe in January 2007 to attend a semester abroad at Memorial University’s campus at Harlow in the United Kingdom. This was a
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Rural Reflection of Summer – July & August 2014: Happy New Year (Part II)
A lot can happen in a year and 2014 was filled with adventure, travels, issues and accomplishments for this rural Newfoundlander & Labradorian. Part II:
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Mummer’s Walk to Celebrate Milestone – 5 Years on December 29th
The Mummer’s Walk on the Great Northern Peninsula all started when two friends shared a conversation about their love for the tradition of mummering. The
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My Christmas Tree Tells Many Stories…
I put up my Christmas tree the last weekend of November. It is certainly a different process than my childhood, as we would have a
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Community Leaders, Ideas and Innovation changing our Rural Landscape
A community is built and shaped by the people that live, work and share common interests and goals. On the Great Northern Peninsula we have
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Main Brook Research & Development Corporation Building A Diversified Economy
Community economic development should be at the heart of any small Town. The Great Northern Peninsula has numerous development associations (White Bay South, White Bay
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Quidi Vidi Village is Representative of Outport Living
The Quidi Vidi Village of St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador is not found on the Great Northern Peninsula but is part of the fabric that
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Rock Houses in Englee
One Englee resident has surely shown their true creativity with a row of rock houses. I love seeing yard art and this one truly does
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Gorgeous Goose Cove Embodies Our Heritage, Quintessentially Rural Newfoundland
If you have make the trek up the Great Northern Peninsula and did not have the pleasure of visiting Goose Cove East than you are
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Fishing Point Emporium Filled with Newfoundland Treasures, St. Anthony, NL
Fishing Point Park. St. Anthony is at the “Peak of Your Experience” on the Great Northern Peninsula with a host of walking trails, wildlife, nature,
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Mussel Festival returning in St. Lunaire-Griquet this weekend!
Last year, residents in St. Lunaire-Griquet started a community development initiative to host a mussel festival, a fitting name given the Town is the only
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