Viking – Live Rural Newfoundland & Labrador

Plum Point Motel is at the Heart of Great Northern Peninsula

May 30, 2022 Live Rural NL

The Plum Point Motel offers 40 guest rooms and 18 fully equipped cottages. Their restaurant specializes in seafood and they have a pub and can

Norstead Trail

July 21, 2021 Live Rural NL

It’s important to support our social enterprises and not-profits as they certainly need visitors to continue to provide the experiences to visitors for many years

Begin the Iceberg Trail at Leif the Lucky

July 19, 2021 Live Rural NL

A towering ten foot bronze statue of Leif Ericson facing north-west is located on the wharf harbour front L’Anse aux Meadows, 50 meters from the

Fabulous Memories at Flat Point Look-Out in Great Brehat

July 12, 2021 Live Rural NL

Local residents certainly have stories to share about the look-out on the point. With views like the one above, I can see why many would

Spectacular Snaps Along Squid Jigging Point Trail, Noddy Bay

June 28, 2021 Live Rural NL

Squid Jigging Point Trail, Noddy Bay on the Great Northern Peninsula is a 2.1 KM loop that takes you to a viewing area. It is

Natural Nuggets of Beauty Found at Noddy Bay Head Trail

June 26, 2021 Live Rural NL

Noddy Bay Head Trail, Hay Cove – is a 3 KM return trail that is rated moderate. This trail is also part of the Iceberg

Tuckamore Lodge – RECOMMENDED BY WUNDERLUST MAGAZINE TOP 100 PLACES TO STAY

June 3, 2021 Live Rural NL

The Tuckamore Lodge offers luxury first-class, Scandinavian style accommodations in the heart of the Newfoundland wilderness, coupled with some of the highest quality outdoor experiences

Viking Trail – Your Road to amazing memories

May 17, 2021 Live Rural NL

The Viking Trail – Your Road to Amazing Memories is a destination highway that leads you from the beautiful Town of Deer Lake, through Gros

A One-Eyed Sea Monster at Round Head, L’anse Aux Meadows, NL

April 5, 2021 Live Rural NL

L’anse aux Meadows is full of firsts, as it is Where the World Came Full Circle more than 1,000 years ago. It is home to

Have You Seen Aunt Bride’s Lookout, Gunners Cove, NL?

March 31, 2021 Live Rural NL

Just 8 kilometres from L’anse aux Meadows World UNESCO site is the community of Gunners Cove, where you can find yourself hiking a portion of

Getting Lost at L’anse aux Bauld , Quirpon, NL

March 29, 2021 Live Rural NL

Quirpon, NL offers some of the most picturesque trails on the entire Great Northern Peninsula. They are definitely under promoted. • Quirpon Look-Out • Finding

Exploring the Isle of Demons – Quirpon Island

March 22, 2021 Live Rural NL

There are lots of mysteries and stories connected to the Isle of Demons or what is believed to be Quirpon Island. Quirpon Island is a

Towering Ancient Ice Giants Live Here…

March 20, 2021 Live Rural NL

The towering ancient ice giants live at Goose Cove East on the Great Northern Peninsula and can be viewed easily from the Pumley Cove trail.

The Northern Terminus for the IAT is at Cape Raven Trail, Straitsview, NL

February 27, 2021 Live Rural NL

The International Appalachian Trail’s Northern Terminus is at Crow Head, Newfoundland and Labrador and can be accessed from the Cape Raven Trail at Straitsview, NL.

A Quest to Find St. Brendan’s Rock

February 8, 2021 Live Rural NL

St. Lunaire-Griquet is the Gateway to Vinland, as you pass through this picturesque town on Route 436 heading to L’anse aux Meadows for your Viking

Sculpin Cones & Berry Ice-cream a Specialty at Cafe Nymphe

January 25, 2021 Live Rural NL

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

Finding (Abandoned) Fortune on the GNP!

January 18, 2021 Live Rural NL

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

It’s All About Love – The Arches Provincial Park, Great Northern Peninsula

February 14, 2017 Live Rural NL

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

Quirpon will see population above 70 people for first time in years

July 20, 2015 Live Rural NL

Quirpon was a prominent fishing community on the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula that has historic ties dating back to the 16th century migratory

A Viking Experience that is only found at L’anse aux Meadows, Newfoundland & Labrador

July 16, 2015 Live Rural NL

L’Anse aux Meadows is where the world came full circle, an event 100,000 years in the making! When the super-continent Pangea broke up, people had

Embroidered Bread & Conche Caplin

May 24, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

Your Road to Adventure Awaits…

January 28, 2015 Live Rural NL

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

Rural Reflection of Summer – July & August 2014: Happy New Year (Part II)

January 2, 2015 Live Rural NL

A lot can happen in a year and 2014 was filled with adventure, travels, issues and accomplishments for this rural Newfoundlander & Labradorian. Part II:

Where the World Came Full Circle: 100,000 years in the making and it happened right here!

September 14, 2014 Live Rural NL

L’Anse aux Meadows with a population of about 30 permanent residents continuously see more than 30,000 visitors annually to a Parks Canada and World UNESCO

Who needs Disneyland when you have Norstead Viking Village & Port of Trade?

August 16, 2014 Live Rural NL

There is still time this summer to visit the Norstead Viking Village & Port of Trade at L’anse aux Meadows, our premier attraction. This social

Dinner at the Daily Catch

July 12, 2014 Live Rural NL

The Daily Catch Restaurant in St. Lunaire-Griquet is located on the top of the hill with a wonderful view. I love dining at this place

Have you been to the Hut?

July 5, 2014 Live Rural NL

The Hut is en route to L’Anse aux Meadows World UNESCO Site on Route 436 in the tiny community of Noddy Bay. This local craft

6th Annual Iceberg Festival A Resounding Success

July 4, 2014 Live Rural NL

The 6th Annual Iceberg Festival was held from June 6th-15th from Port au Choix to L’Anse aux Meadows to Conche to St. Anthony and many

20 Years of Gourmet Meals Served at the Norseman Restaurant, L’anse aux Meadows

June 30, 2014 Live Rural NL

L’Anse aux Meadows with a population of 37 residents is a quaint fishing village that has been placed on the map for being the first

The New Land with the Green Meadows

February 26, 2014 Live Rural NL

L’Anse aux Meadows – Summer L’Anse Aux Meadows World UNESCO Heritage Site has always been a fascinating place to visit. I have been privileged to

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