Nova Scotia Provincial Parks Guide 2018-19 NS Department of Natural Resources March, 2018 ISBN 978-1-55457-837-5

Nova Scotia Provincial Parks Parks Guide 2018 –2019 KEY Table of Contents Campsites Rules and Regulations 1–2 Safe Stay and Emergency 3 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded1 Open Reservations & Fees 4–5 Self-Registration Parks 6 Beach Access Lighthouse Partnership Advertising 7 Park Seasons 8 Bicycles Lookout Amherst Shore 9 Boat Launch Parking Battery 10 Bunk House Park Office/Information Blomidon 11 Boylston 12 Campground Host Picnic Area Cape Chignecto 13–15 Canoeing Picnic Shelter Caribou–Munroes Island 16 Change Room Playground Dollar Lake 17–18 Ellenwood Lake 19 Cooking Shelter Program Area Five Islands 20–21 Cross-country Skiing Registration Kiosk Graves Island 22 Dishwashing Rinse Shower Laurie 23 Mira River 24–25 Drinking Water Snack Bar Porters Lake 26 Exhibit/Interpretation Snowshoeing Rissers Beach 27–28 Facilities for the Disabled Swimming Salsman 29 Smileys 30 Firepit Swimming (Supervised) The Islands 31 Firewood Telephone Thomas Raddall 32 Valleyview 33 Fishing Trailer Dump Station Whycocomagh 34 Flush Toilets and Showers Vault Toilets Day Use Parks 35–39 Group Camping Walk-in Campsite Park Locator Map 40–41 Park Events by Date 42–56 Group Shelter/Campers' Centre Waste/Recycling Park Event by Location 57 Hiking Wilderness Cabin

Kayaking Wildlife Viewing

Laundry Yurt

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Nova Scotia Provincial Parks Guide 2018-19 NS Department of Natural Resources March, 2018 ISBN 978-1-55457-837-5

Front cover location: Five Islands Provincial Park To ensure everyone has a pleasant stay, please note the following Park Rules and Regulations:

Alcohol-free Period Dogs and Other Pets No alcohol is permitted at camping parks Pets are welcome when owners act from opening date to Tuesday July 3, 2018 responsibly and follow the rules: at 1 pm. After this time, campers may • Dogs must kept under control at all consume alcohol at their campsite only. times, on a leash no longer than Mid-season changes to this policy may 2.0 metres (6 feet), including at occur if local issues arise. swimming areas. Group camping areas are alcohol free. Alcohol is not permitted in day-use parks. • Owners must make sure that their dog does not make excessive noise or Camping Permits disturb other park users. • Campers must have a camping permit • Owners must clean up their dog’s waste and must camp in designated sites. and place it in a garbage container. In • A camping permit is issued to an adult the off-season, owners must remove (19 years and older) who is staying at their dog’s waste from the park. the campsite. • Dogs and other pets are not permitted • A person who is 16 to 18 years of in public structures at the park or age may hold a camping permit if in any area designated as pet free. accompanied in the park by a person Public structures include washrooms, 19 years of age or older who accepts vault toilets, cooking shelters, change responsibility for the younger campers. houses, and administrative and program buildings. Service animals • A camping permit includes up to 6 are permitted in these areas. people and one vehicle. Fees apply for extra people, unless part of one Dump Station family. An extra vehicle needs a Don’t put anything other than the contents separate permit. of your holding tanks or portable toilets • A camping permit may be issued for into the dump station. Do not dump up to 14 nights at the same campsite. directly onto the dump station’s apron. If • A camping permit expires if a campsite you make a mess or spill, be courteous is unoccupied for 48 hours. and clean up after yourself with the water tap/hose provided at the dump station. Check Out Firearms Checkout for all parks is 1:00 pm. Make sure that your campsite is clean. Firearms are not permitted within the park.

Dishwashing Fires Some parks have a dishwashing station for Fires are allowed within campsite grills your convenience. If you choose to wash only. If the site you reserve does not have dishes at your campsite, please dump the a grill, you cannot have a fire. During a water at the dishwashing station; not at fire ban, you may continue to use the grill your campsite. For those parks without at your campsite, unless park staff tell a dishwashing station please dump the you otherwise. water at the comfort station toilets or RV dump station. Dishwashing is not permitted at the comfort station sinks or at the taps located within the park. http://parks.novascotia.ca 1 Firewood Noise Buy firewood locally to prevent the spread Quiet time is 10:30 pm to sunrise. Noisy of invasive species. Moving firewood, even parties and rowdy behaviour are not just a few kilometres, can spread invasive tolerated. insects and diseases to our forests. Regulations • Don't pack wood—buy it locally The Parks Act and Regulations are • Burn it on site enforced at all times. Those who fail to • Leave un-used wood for the next camper comply will be asked to leave the park.

• Never take wood back home Selling Selling is not permitted in the park. Fireworks Advertising or operating a business within Fireworks are generally prohibited. the park requires a special permit. Some exceptions are made for special events. Event leaders should seek special Shelter Equipment permission at least one week in advance You are allowed up to three pieces of from the local DNR district office. shelter equipment, space permitting.

Fishing Showers Fishing is permitted with a Nova Scotia Showers are for registered campers only. sport fishing licence. Traffic Speed Garbage and Recycling Speed limit within the park is 15 km. Practice waste sorting and recycling in accordance with provincial and municipal Vehicles regulations. (Please note: regulations may A camping permit includes one vehicle. vary between municipalities.) The required An extra vehicle requires a separate steps will be posted at the park. Propane permit. Off-highway vehicles and canisters and cylinders: never put these in unlicenced vehicles may not be operated the garbage. within the park.

Generators Visitors/Non-Campers Generators may be used between 9:00 Visitors may enter the park up to 10:00 pm. am and 8:00 pm only. Medical use: If you Visitors must leave by 10:30 pm. require a generator for medical purposes, Access by vehicle may be limited to only tell us when you arrive at the park. We will those who are registered campers. Visitors try to place you so as not to disturb other to a provincial camping park may drive campers. their vehicle through a campground only with permission of the park attendant. Hunting and Trapping If you are not a registered camper, you No hunting or trapping within the park. may picnic in the day-use area only.

2 http://parks.novascotia.ca Tips for a safe stay • Avoid insect bites by using insect repellant and wearing long sleeves and pants. Light coloured fabrics are less attractive to biting insects. • Apply a sunscreen of at least SPF 30, wear a broad-brimmed hat and sun glasses. • Supervise children around water and playground equipment. • Encourage children to keep their distance from wildlife and other campers’ pets. • Have family members tell you when they are leaving the campsite, where they plan to go and when they’ll return. If someone does get lost, be able to give a physical description – weight, height, clothing, hairstyle and colour. • Cook and store food carefully to avoid food-borne illness. Cleaning your picnic table after meals helps prevent odors which attract insects and wildlife. • Keep valuables out of sight in a secure area. Better yet, leave them at home.

In Case of Emergency An emergency evacuation plan has been prepared for all camping parks to ensure everyone can exit the park safely. The law requires that you obey directions given by park staff. Should you or a member of your group have an emergency, notify staff or call 911.

Parks are Natural Environments Coastal Parks • Use caution when walking along the beach as the tide comes in quickly. Check tide times before you head out. • Cliff edges are constantly eroding. Approach cliff edges only at designated stations. Obey all signs and stay behind barriers. • Beware of currents when swimming in the ocean. Wildlife Lives Here Year-Round • Please respect wildlife and appreciate them from a distance. Do not tease or chase wildlife, or allow a dog to do so. • Never feed wildlife. This can cause them to lose their natural fear of people. • If you encounter a large mammal, do not approach it. Leave the area at once by slowly backing away in the direction from which you came. • Avoid dune and beach areas where piping plovers may be nesting.

Leave No Trace Leave No Trace is about respecting and caring for wildlands, doing your part to protect our limited resources and future recreation opportunities. Once this attitude is adopted and the outdoor ethic is sound, the specific skills and techniques become second nature.

http://parks.novascotia.ca 3 Reservations

Making a reservation is easy. Reservation lines open April 2 and operate until park season ends in October.

• Just call 1-888-544-3434 from 9:00 am to Midnight ADT (7 days a week) to speak to a reservation advisor. Service in French is available. Or, visit http://parks.novascotia.ca (24 hrs.) to view park descriptions and site maps. Then book online using our secure internet reservation service. • Those outside North America can make reservations by calling 519-826-5301. • Payment of fees is required at the time of booking. • VISA, MasterCard and American Express are accepted for online and telephone reservations. Personal cheques and money orders are accepted for telephone reservations only. • A campsite can be reserved for a minimum of one night and a maximum of 14 nights. • Reservations can be made until 12:00 Midnight ADT on the day of your arrival. • Reservations are held until 1:00 pm ADT the day following your scheduled arrival. Reservations not claimed by this time will be considered a “no show” with a penalty of the first night’s camping fee being assessed and the remaining reservation being cancelled. • If you forfeit the first night of your reservation but wish to camp for the remaining period, you must make a new reservation with the associated costs. The Department of Natural Resources will gladly refund the remainder of the “no show” reservation when you arrive at the park or you can request it by emailing [email protected] with your booking number, the park reserved and reservation dates. • Please visit the website for more detailed information about the reservation policy.

Group Camping Ten provincial camping parks offer group camping. Groups can make reservations beginning May 1 by telephoning the Department of Natural Resources district office closest to the park of their choice (see http://parks.novascotia.ca for phone numbers). For Blomidon, Cape Chignecto, Caribou-Munroes Island, Dollar Lake, Five Islands, Rissers Beach and Thomas Raddall, reservations can be made by calling the park once it opens for the season. For Smileys, The Islands and Whycocomagh, please call the DNR district office throughout the season to make group arrangements.

Special Events Families or groups wishing to hold events such as weddings, reunions, corporate events or picnics at camping or day-use parks must contact the DNR office closest to the park of interest. Anyone with questions about holding other types of events in provincial parks should contact Parks, Outreach and Service Delivery Division at 902-662-3030.

Hours for Park Offices and Registration Kiosks (yellow phone kiosk) Spring shoulder season: Summer peak season: Fall shoulder season: May 18 to June 28 June 29 to Sept 3 Sept 4 to Oct 15 9 am to 11 pm Daily 9 am to 11 pm Sun to Thursday 9 am to 11 pm Daily 9 am to midnight Fri to Sat 9 am to midnight Holiday-weekend Sundays 4 http://parks.novascotia.ca Fees

All fees include applicable taxes. Provincial Wildlife Park Campsites (up to six people) 902-758-2040 | http://wildlifepark.novascotia.ca Basic (in parks without flush toilets & showers) $20.00 The Provincial Wildlife Park & Greenwing Legacy Basic sites available in Valleyview Interpretive Centre located in Shubenacadie (Exit 11 off Semi-serviced $26.70 Hwy 102) is the perfect place to enjoy the age-old pastime (in parks with flush toilets & showers) of animal watching. Wheelchair accessible pathways lead Serviced $35.60 you to close-up views of a variety of species – from (sites with electrical/water or electrical only hook-up) muskrats and moose to weasels and waterfowl. Each Additional Person (in excess of six) $2.35 Summer Season: Additional Vehicle Parking (per day) $8.30 May 15 – October 15, 9 am–6:30 pm Yurt (for up to four people; Whycocomagh) $59.95 Winter Season: Each Additional Person in a Yurt (in excess of four) $10.90 October 16 – May 14, Weekends Only, 9 am–3 pm Bunkhouse/Cabin (Cape Chignecto) $59.40 Additional Person in Bunkhouse/Cabin $11.85 Summer Season Admission* Daily Season Pass Campsite at Cape Chignecto $26.70 Family $12. $36. Senior’s Discount (65 years & over) $2.35 Adult $4.75 $15. Veteran's Discount $2.35 Youth (6 – 17 yrs) $2. $5.25 Reservation Fee $9.00 Children (5 & under) Free Free Change/Cancel Reservation $7.00 * Fees are for Summer Season only. Winter fees are less, please check Firewood (per bundle) $5.00 with the Wildlife Park website: http://wildlifepark.novascotia.ca Ice (per bag) $2.50 All taxes are included. Fees subject to change. RV/Trailer Sewage Disposal (non-camper) $6.55 Please check the Wildlife Park website.

http://parks.novascotia.ca 5 Self-Registration Parks

Make a Reservation You can reserve a site at a self-reservation park, as you would at any other park, by calling the toll-free phone number or going online. With a reservation, when you arrive at the park you can proceed directly to your site. (At Porters Lake and The Islands you must arrive before the staff leave at 11:00 pm in order to enter the park.)

If You don’t Have a Reservation: Stop at the Registration Centre when you arrive. Look at the park map to note potential sites of interest. Open the yellow box and use the direct line telephone to the booking agent. The line operates 9:00 am until 11:00 pm. The agent will advise on site availability and cost. Provide the agent with your credit card number or put cash/cheque in a camping permit envelope (located in the kiosk). Complete the registration information on the envelope, seal the envelope and deposit it in the Drop Box.

Mobile App You can also register and pay using our mobile app. Look for signage along the park driveway that tells you how to access the system.

Late Arrival; No Reservation If you arrive after midnight, you can camp on a site for one night. (One night because the site you choose may be on reserve for future nights.) Upon arrival complete a registration envelope, place the exact fee in the envelope, and deposit it in the Drop Box. Or, if you will be leaving after 9:00 am you can use the yellow phone on your way out to use a credit card to pay for your camping stay. If you would like to stay longer, the call centre can advise you on site availability in the park. No reservation fee is charged when using the yellow phone to register for a stay at the park or to extend your current stay. The reservation fee will be applied if using the yellow phone to make a future reservation at the park.

Please Note: • The park administration buildings are closed. • Debit cards are not accepted. • No cash is kept on site. • Park staff or campground hosts cannot accept payments or make change. • Self-registration parks are staffed the same hours as other camping parks in the system.

Checkout for all parks is 1:00 pm. Please ensure your campsite is clean.

6 http://parks.novascotia.ca Join the Fun. See Event Listings for Locations.

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Paper Recyclables Organics Garbage • Maps and brochures All Beverage Containers All Food Waste • Styrofoam™ • Newsprint and • Pop, water and juice • Meat, fish and bones • Chip bags flyers bottles* • Fruits and vegetables • Bar and candy • Cardboard • Juice cartons and boxes* • Tea bags and coffee wrappers • Catalogues • Aluminum beverage cans* grounds • Lids, caps and • Magazines • Liquor and beer containers* • Bread and pasta straws • Paperback books • Milk cartons, bags and jugs • Egg and nut shells • Tinfoil and plastic • Paper egg cartons wrap • • Envelopes Other Soiled and/or Wet Paper Broken toys • • Loose leaf and • Glass containers • Paper towels and napkins Plastic cutlery office paper • Tin and aluminum cans • Paper plates and food • Cigarette butts • Plastic bags containers • Chewing gum • Plastic containers • Paper sugar and ﬂour bags • Diapers and sanitary • Aluminum pie plates • Coffee filters products

* Ready-to-serve beverage containers (excluding milk) can be returned to any ENVIRO-DEPOT TM for a refund. To find the nearest depot, download our free My ENVIRO-DEPOT TM app at www.PutWasteInItsPlace.ca/envirodepot.asp

Keep Nova Scotia beautiful. Please sort waste properly while staying in our parks. PutWasteInItsPlace.ca

http://parks.novascotia.ca 7 Park Seasons for 2018 Camping Parks

PARK TOURISM REGION DATE Amherst Shore ‡ Northumberland Shore June 8 – Oct 8 Battery ‡ Cape Breton Island June 8 – Oct 15 Blomidon ** Annapolis Valley May 18 – Oct 8 Boylston * Eastern Shore June 8 – Sept 10 Cape Chignecto Bay of Fundy May 18 – Oct 8 Caribou-Munroes Island ‡ Northumberland Shore June 8 – Oct 8 Dollar Lake Eastern Shore June 8 – Oct 8 Ellenwood Lake ** Yarmouth & Acadian Shores May 18 – Oct 8 Five Islands ‡ Bay of Fundy June 8 – Oct 8 Graves Island ‡ South Shore May 18 – Oct 8 Day-use parks are open: Laurie * Halifax Metro June 8 – Sept 10 May 18 to Oct 8 ‡ Mira River ** Cape Breton Island June 1 – Oct 15 The day-use areas of camping Porters Lake * ‡ Eastern Shore May 18 – Oct 8 parks open and close on the Rissers Beach ‡ South Shore May 18 – Oct 8 same day as the campground Salsman * Eastern Shore June 8 – Sept 10 except for Boylston, Dollar Lake, Smileys * Bay of Fundy June 8 – Sept 17 and Salsman which will be open The Islands * South Shore June 8 – Oct 8 May 18 to Oct 8. Thomas Raddall South Shore May 18 – Oct 8 Valleyview Annapolis Valley June 8 – Oct 8 Whycocomagh * ‡ Cape Breton Island June 8 – Oct 15 *Self-registration park **Self-registration from Sept 4 to closing ‡Some sites have electrical hook-ups

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8 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Amherst Shore Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – OCT 8 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 6596 Hwy 366, Amherst Shore, NS | 902-661-6002

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Looking for restful family camping? Seldom crowded, Amherst Shore, offers comfortable wooded campsites and a bevy of things to do. Hike one of three forested trails, swim at the park’s red sand/cobble beach or take a short drive to one of the nearby provincial beach parks that offer swimming in the warm waters of the Northumberland Strait. Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 3 and follow Highway 366 approximately 40 km (25 mi.) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Amherst • Cumberland County Museum (36 km) Tidnish Bridge • Tidnish Information & Interpretive Center (13 km) Oxford • Wild Blueberry & Maple Center (36 km) New Brunswick • New Brunswick Border (13 km)

Campsite Types: 42 Wooded (27 with electrical and water including 4 pull-throughs and 2 accessible)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 57' 40.25" Longitude (W) 63˚ 52' 44.49"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 9 Battery Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – OCT 15 10110 Grenville St. (Hwy 4), St. Peter’s, NS | 902-535-3094

200 metres 21 Lime Kiln Road Walk-in Sites 23 22 20 24 (12, 13, 15, 19 18 25 16, 17) Backcountry Trail 17 26 13 16 38 14 15 40 12 28 37 39 27 36 41

29 35 30 34 31 Fort Dorchester 33 Site 32 Electrical and Water Sites Lock (32, 33) 8 One Way Lawrence Road St Peter’s Canal Kavanagh’s 6 Pull-throughs Site and Electrical Sites 55 Campsite Type: 45 44 54 49 48 5 (4, 5, 6, 8) 56 46 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open St. Peter’s Canal 4 Fort Toulouse Site 50 42 National Historic Site 47 52 53 51 43 3 2 Campsite Type: 1 Walk-in Sites (1, 2, 3) 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Two Way Road Homestead Ruins

St. Peter’s Campsite Type: St Peter’s Coastal Trail Bay Nova Scotia Parks 1 Parks Canada Wooded 1 Partially Wooded

1 Open Lighthouse

You’ve probably heard location matters and Battery will make you a believer. There’s lots to see – the Atlantic coast, the picturesque Bras d’Or Lake, the historic St. Peter’s Canal, and a wide variety of mammals and birds. There’s lots to do too – paddle, fish, bicycle, dive, snorkel, walk one of the four trails, or visit the vibrant village of St. Peter’s. Directions Follow Highway 104 from Port Hawkesbury (or Highway 4 from Sydney) to St. Peter’s. Look for the park sign east of St. Peter’s at the canal bridge. Nearby Attractions St. Peter’s Area • St. Peter’s Canal (adjoining) • Nicolas Denys Museum (1.5 km) • Wallace MacAskill Museum (2 km) Point Michaud • Point Michaud Beach Prov. Park (18 km)

Campsite Types: 22 Open (4 pull-throughs with electrical, 3 electrical and water) / 8 Partially Wooded / 23 Wooded

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 39' 25.28" Longitude (W) 60˚ 52' 0.35"

10 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Blomidon Provincial Park OPEN MAY 18 – OCT 8 3138 Pereau Rd., Canning, NS | 902-582-7319

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52 50 53 48 46 54 51 44 49 42 40 56 47 38 55 45 43 41 39 3 km to 57 58 37 36 Look-off 59 Trail 404 35 60 34 61 Emma Tichenor 33 406 62 63 Campers’ Centre 403 31 72 73 71 32 405 64 65 402 29 67 74 30 66 Campsite75 Ty28pe: 401 69 408 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open en Brook Trail 3.5 k 70 Bord m 68 16 18 Fence 20 19 17 21 15 22 14 Campsite Type: Maintenance 24 23 11 13 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Compound 26 12 Registration 25 9 Kiosk 10 27 7 407 5 2 3 8 6 1 4 Campsite Type: Access to Beach Day Use Area m Bank rail 6 k 1 Wooded Jodrey T Eroding 1 Partially Wooded

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Overlooking the scenic Minas Basin, and the world’s highest tides, Blomidon rises 183 metres (600 feet) above sea level. Truly a hikers’ dream, enjoy one of four forested and coastal trails or challenge yourself to hike nearby Cape Split. Back at the park you can bicycle, swim, wildlife watch or fly a kite. Don’t forget your camera! Directions From Highway 101, take Exit 11 and follow Route 358 north to Canning. Proceed through Canning to Pereau Road which ends at the park entrance. Nearby Attractions The Look-off • Blomidon Look-off Provincial Park (12 km) Scots Bay • Cape Split Hiking Trail (20 km) Starrs Point • Prescott House Museum (23 km) Wolfville (29 km) • Atlantic Theatre Festival • Robie Tufts Nature Centre • Randall House Historical Museum • Acadia Botanical Gardens Grand Pre • Grand-Pre National Historic Site (35 km)

Campsite Types: 16 Open / 5 Partially Wooded / 55 Wooded Caution: Note tide times; don’t get stranded on the beach. Approach cliffs only at designated viewing stations and stay behind the fence. GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 15' 24.01" Longitude (W) 64˚ 21' 6.23"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 11 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Boylston1 Wooded 1 PProvincialartially Wooded 1 Ope Parkn OPEN JUNE 8 – SEPT 10 11131 Hwy 16, Boylston, NS

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Boylston invites you to relax at its open and wooded hilltop sites in a peaceful setting overlooking the Milford Haven River. Bring your canoe and fishing gear as Irving Lake is stocked annually. While here, you’re just minutes away from golf and various historical attractions. Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 37 and follow Highway 16 south for approximately 28 kms (17.5 mi.) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Guysborough (7 km) • Osprey Shores Golf Course Resort • Mulgrave Road Theatre • Guysborough Historical Museum • Guysborough Marina Boat Rental Canso • Grassy Island National Historic Site (35 km)

Campsite Types: 34 Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact DNR Guysborough Office 902-533-3503

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 25' 36.62" Longitude (W) 61˚ 30' 38.17"

12 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Cape Chignecto Provincial Park OPEN MAY 18 – OCT 8 1108 West Advocate Rd., Advocate Harbour, NS | 902-392-2085

Towering 185-metre high cliffs, sheltered coves, Backcountry Access rare plants, and old growth forests can all be The backcountry is accessible only from the designated trailhead at found at Cape Chignecto Provincial Park. Red Rocks unless park staff authorize an alternate route. The spectacular scenery and the wilderness experience will bring you back time after time. Camping for Kayakers Camping is permitted at: Refugee Cove and Seal Cove. Eatonville Day-Use Area Campers must register at the office. Open May 18 – Oct 8. Group Camping Don’t forget your camera as you enjoy a day of Available at the walk-in site. Requests from groups will be addressed on outdoor adventure on two user-friendly trails that a case-by-case basis. Maximum group size: 12 persons, including tour let you behold some of the nation’s best scenery. guides. Maximum tent capacity: 4 persons. Maximum number of tents: Enter via West Apple River Road. From there, 3 four-person or 6 two-person tents. Each tent requires a campsite permit. take one trail to the Three Sisters sea stacks, and then take the other trail to Squally Point. Be Careful Note: the Eatonville Visitor Centre is closed • The tidal range and steep coastal cliffs may trap unwary hikers. until further notice. The tide rises and falls at a rate of one inch per minute. • Hiking along the beach west of McGahey Brook is not permitted. Directions • Approach cliffs only at designated viewing areas. The cliff line is From Highway 104, take Exit 12. At Parrsboro, constantly eroding and may be unstable. take Highway 209 to the park entrance. From • Boil, filter or treat all water before consuming. New Brunswick on Highway 104, take Exit 4 to Highway 302 south to Highway 242 east. Then Respect The Environment follow Highway 209 to the park entrance. • Pack out all garbage and sort garbage and recyclables. • Most trash can be eliminated by packing food in plastic bags Check Out | Check In instead of cans, foil and bottles. Campsites: Check-out: 4:00 PM • Do not put garbage in the outhouses. (Please ensure your campsite is clean) • Outhouses are provided at all campsites. In other areas, dig a hole and bury human waste at least 100 metres (300 ft) away from Cabins and bunkhouse: Check-in: 1:00 PM, streams and other sources of drinking water. Check-out: 11:00 AM • Do not bathe or wash dishes in streams or other water sources. Park Rules and Regulations To ensure everyone has a pleasant stay, please note: • No open fires are permitted at backcountry campsites. Fires are only permitted at designated walk-in campsites (fire grills) at New Yarmouth. Make sure your fire is out before you leave or turn in for the night. • Occupancy is limited to one tent per pad (check with staff). • Quiet time is 10:30 pm until sunrise.

Nearby Attractions Cape d’Or (12 km) Port Greville (20 km) • Age of Sail Heritage Centre Parrsboro (45 km) • Fundy Geological Museum • Ottawa House Museum Joggins (45 km) • UNESCO World Heritage Site • Fossil Cliffs & Interpretive Centre

Campsite Types: All Walk-in – 5 Open / 75 Wooded / 3 Cabins / 1 Bunkhouse / 12 Kayak sites When booking online, select “Backcountry Hiking” or “Backcountry Kayaking” or "Bunkhouse" as your Reservation Type.

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 20' 58.27" Longitude (W) 64˚ 49' 24.08"

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14 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Cape Chignecto Provincial Park OPEN MAY 18 – OCT 8

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Beach Spicer Cove Advocate 15 26 Eatonville Road 11 1 24 52 Eatonville 13 20 22 Kayak sites 10 Field 9 7 SC1– SC6 9 16 18 5 3 River 29 12 14 Cape 8 Chignecto 7 7 25 21 19 8 10 6 River 27 23 6 S 17 2 e 5 a 2 l 3 C 4 o 1 Field v 4 e

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RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 15 Caribou-Munroes Island Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – OCT 8 2119 Three Brooks Rd., Caribou, NS | 902-485-6134

To Picnic Area and Beach Electrical Sites 13 12 10 (1–24) 15 200 metres 11 Maintenance 9 8 Compound 16 14 7 17 6 18 Loop A 5 19 20 Northumberland 4 21 22 3 Strait St Peter’s Canal Private 23 1 2 24

St. Peter’s Canal National Historic Site 48 45 44 43 49 42 St. Peter’s 50 46 41 52 47 52 54 51 Campsite Type: 53 39 40 36 38 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 37 Private Open 58 57 Loop B 35 34 59 56 62 60 25 33 64 26 31 61 30 32 63 71 Campsite Type: 72 94 66 65 Loop C 95 27 29 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Main Entrance 67 73 92 68 69 93 28 70 Walk-in 74 Walk-in 90 Sites Sites 91 To Hwy #106 89 75 80 81 86 Campsite Type: 78 79 76 83 To Pictou 77 1 Wooded 82 84 87 88 85 1 Partially Wooded Gate Private Walk-in 1 Open Sites

Like shoreline adventures? Love Caribou-Munroes Island! With its beautiful two kilometer white sand beach…the swimming is great, the beachcombing engaging, the paddling fun and the birdwatching won’t disappoint. Lose your cares with a walk along the three kilometer coastal trail. Oh yes, there’s places to bicycle too! Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 22 and follow Highway 106 to Caribou. Just before the ferry terminal turn right and then take a left onto Three Brooks Road (Route 6) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Pictou (6 km) • Hector Heritage Quay • McCulloch House Museum • Northumberland Fisheries Museum Stellarton • Museum of Industry (25 km)

Campsite Types: 17 Open with electrical / 4 Partially Wooded with electrical / 74 Wooded (3 with electrical)

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 43' 18.48" Longitude (W) 62˚ 39' 24.89"

16 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Dollar Lake Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – OCT 8 5265 Old Guysborough Rd., Wyses Corner, NS | 902-384-2770

Trail to Field To Beach 1.2 km To Hwy 212 Dollar Lake Brook Field (No Showers) To Campground Gate Brook Trail 1 km

i a Loop C

T h ac Be Dollar Lake Bridge

Trail to Field 0.5 km Gate 3 4 Campsite Type: 1 2 A 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Service Road Gate

D Loop D Campsite Type: Gate 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open Sh orelin Loop A e T rail Camper Maintenance Beach Building Campsite Type: 400 metres 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded

1 Open

Approximately half an hour from Halifax, yet worlds away, Dollar Lake invites you to relax and enjoy nature. The lake offers swimming, paddling, boating, and fishing. Four walking trails provide good opportunities to see white-tailed deer, squirrels, hares, ruffed grouse and various birds, including loons. There’s even a beaver lodge visible from the trail. In winter, the road and trail network provides great cross-country skiing. Directions From Highway 102. Take Exit 5A. Follow Route 212 approximately 20 km east to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Enfield • Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum/Hfx. Intl. Airport (25 km) Middle Musquodoboit • Bicentennial Theatre (25 km) Stewiacke • Mastodon Ridge & Showcase Nova Scotia (30 km) Meagher’s Grant (8 km) • River Oaks Golf Club (20 km) Goffs • Airlane Golf Club (20 km)

Campsite Types: 36 Partially Wooded / 81 Wooded

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 56' 46.76" Longitude (W) 63˚ 18' 54.96"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 17 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Dollar Lake Provincial Park 1 WoodedOPEN1 PJUNEartially Wo 8oded – OCT1 8Open

A Loop A Campsite Type: 13 11 9 1 7 Wooded 15 5 3 1 Partially Wooded 17 10 8 1 12 6 1 Open 14 16 4 20 37 2 18 35 39 21 33 36 19 34 38 23 31 32 24 22 26 28 30 25 27 29 40 41 43 42 Shor eline Trail

C Loop C

5 3 6 7 9 4 2 11 13 8 1 10 32 15 12 14 30 29 16 28 17 26 24 18 22 27 19 25 23 20 21

D Loop D

32 34 30 33 36 35 31 28 29 39 3 1 44 Gate 38 2 43 42 40 27 5 4 26 17 16 6 24 25 14 15 20 22 7 13 23 9 11 18 19 21 8 12 10

18 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Ellenwood1 Wooded 1 Partially LakeWooded Provincial1 Open Park OPEN MAY 18 – OCT 8 1888 Mood Road, Deerfield, NS | 902-761-2400

Campsite Type:

1 Wooded 86 85 1 Partially Wooded 84

1 Open 82 83 2

44 1 3 4

87 5

43 42 6

7 9 41 8 10 80 12 Supervised 11 14 46 swimming in 79 47 40 13 day-use area 81 39 15

48 49 16 17 78 38 37 77 50 51 18 76 19 75 52 20 53 36 73 74 35 21 71 34 Registration 72 55 Kiosk 70 54 33 22 57 23 59 56 32 69 24 68 61 58 26 25 30 67 60 31 62 29 28 27 66 63 64 200 metres 65

Make Ellenwood Lake your base when exploring the western part of the province. Enjoy a peaceful camping experience at our wooded sites; some with lakeside views. There are great stargazing opportunities.Take a swim along the 61 m (200 ft) long sandy beach, or go canoeing, kayaking or fishing. On land, unwind at a comfortable pace along the 1 km wooded trail or bicycle around the park. In winter, the road network provides great cross country skiing as the Friends of Ellenwood maintain trails. There is a plowed path for walkers. Directions From Highway 101, take Exit 34 and follow Route 340 north for 6.5 km (4 mi.). Turn right on Saunders Road then right on Mood Road. Nearby Attractions Yarmouth (15 km) • Firefighters Museum of Nova Scotia • Yarmouth County Museum • Cape Forchu Lighthouse Saulnierville • Bangor Sawmill Museum (45 km)

Campsite Type: 87 Wooded

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 43˚ 55' 46.13" Longitude (W) 66˚ 0' 20.52"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 19 Five Islands Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – OCT 8 618 Bentley Branch Rd. (Hwy 2), Five Islands, NS | 902-254-2980

Estuary Trail East 3.3 km G River

Sand Point

n Mountai Economy Trail 3.4 km Moose The Old Wife Re ead Tr Island d H Group Minas Basin ail 1.8 km

Red Head A Trail Distances are one-way Campground A

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B Waste/Recycling

E conom y M Campground B ou nt ain Trail 3.4 km

Tides, time and Mi’kmaq culture make Five Islands spectacular. Ninety- metre high cliffs and 225 million-year-old geological formations overlook the world’s highest tides, while Mi’kmaq culture says Glooscap created the five islands. Spend days here hiking the forested and coastal trails, swimming and beachcombing the cobble/rocky coast, or kayaking to view the cliff formations. Make time to enjoy a picnic in the day-use area. Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 11 and follow Highway 2 to the park entrance. From New Brunswick, take Exit 4 off Highway 104 and follow Highway 2 to the park. Nearby Attractions Economy • Cobequid Interpretive Centre (10 km) Parrsboro (23 km) • Fundy Geological Museum • Ottawa House Museum • The Ship’s Company Theatre Joggins (65 km) • UNESCO World Heritage Site • Fossil Cliffs and Museum

Caution: Approach cliffs only at designated viewing Campsite Types: 73 Open (36 with electrical and water including17 pull-throughs) stations and stay behind the security fence. Tides / 19 Wooded and currents move quickly and can make swimming or walking the mud flats dangerous. GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 24' 28.01" Longitude (W) 64˚ 1' 17.40"

20 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Five Islands Provincial Park 1 Wooded OPEN1 Partially JUNEWooded 8 –1 OCTOpen 8

G Group Camping Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded

1 Open

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A 92 Pull-throughs Electrical and 91 Campground A (1–15, 30 ,33) Water Sites Walk-in Sites (89–93) (1–9) 89 Electrical and 93 Water Sites 4 (10–33) 7 9 90 16 12 6 3 15 11 8 2 14 10 5 18 1 17 13 28 20 29 19 Electrical and Water Sites 45 30 33 (34, 36) 43 22 21 32 40 41 46 38 39 36 37 44 24 42 23 31 34 25 88 26 87 27 Walk-in Sites (87–88)

Waste/Recycling

B Campground B Waste/Recycling

49 86 51 48 79 50 84 81 83 52 85 76 74 77 82 78 72 54 75 53 80 69 73 56 58 62 68 55 64 66 57 59 71 61 70 63 67 Walk-in Sites 60 65 59 to 61

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 21 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

GravesCampsite Type: Island Provincial Park OPEN MAY 18 – OCT 8 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 230 Graves Island Rd., East Chester, NS | 902-275-4425

Campsite Type:

1 Wooded 108 107 109 Walkin 1 Partially Wooded 106 g Tra 110 il (Ap 111 pro 105 104 x. 3 1 Open 101 100 .2 km 112 98 97 ) 113 103 94 Visitor 115 102 93 Parking 114 99 91 117 96 95 90 116 75 92 77 79 82 83 89 74 88 76 85 78 80 87 81 84 86

Electrical and Water Sites 31 (1–32) 29 32 27 34 30 25 2 28 23 4 6 22 Maintenance 35 1 26 W 8 24 20 alki Compound 3 ng 5 21 Tr 36 7 10 ail (A 9 pp 12 19 51 ro Private x 37 11 . 3 14 18 .2 km ) 38 13 17 50 39 15 16 40 49 41 42 43 Mahone Bay 44 45 46 Trail Distances are one-way 200 metres 47 48

Graves Island is newly redeveloped and offering even more to see and do. Most campsites offer picturesque views of Mahone Bay and its sailboat traffic. Bring your walking shoes – you’ll want to stroll the 3.2 km gravel trail, or ride your bike. There’s rocky/coastal beach access, as well as a boat launch for kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing or swimming. Directions From Highway 103, take Exit 7 and follow Route 3 south to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Lunenburg (44 km) • DesBrisay Museum • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic • Knaut Rhuland House Museum New Ross • Ross Farm Museum (44 km)

Electronic entrance gate: Campers will be charged a $3.00 deposit for an entrance swipe card (refundable upon check-out). Campsite Types: 81 Open (33 water and electric sites) / 14 Wooded

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 33' 58.64" Longitude (W) 64˚ 13' 4.11"

22 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Laurie Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – SEPT 10 4949 Hwy 2, Grand Lake, NS

Canadian National Railway

Grand Lake Private

Two-way Trafﬁc 54 52 50 Registration 53 49 Kiosk 48 55 51 17 15 56 13 Campsite Type: 18 16 11 57 14 9 5 1 1 20 12 7 3 1 Wooded Partially Wooded 1 Open 58 10 59 22 8 6 4 2 60 61 63 62 24 Campsite Type: 47 21 26 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 28 Private 23 46 45 25 29 44 27 42 43 30 40 41 36 38 Campsite Type: 39 200 metres 37 1 Wooded 31 Walk-in Sites 1 Partially Wooded (31–35) 32 33 1 Open

34 Rev. Apr 9, 2007 35

Looking for restful lakeside camping near metro Halifax’s attractions? Laurie won’t disappoint! Settle in amid the gorgeous pines. After a day in the city, unwind here with a refreshing swim, a peaceful paddle, a bike ride around the park, or a stroll along the trail. Explore the Day-use park. Directions Southbound: From Highway 102, take Exit 7 and follow Highway 2 south to the park entrance. Northbound: From Halifax on Highway 102, take Exit 5 and follow Highway 2 north to the park. Nearby Attractions Enfield (10 km) • Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum • Halifax Stanfield International Airport Dartmouth • Shubenacadie Canal/Fairbanks Centre (20 km) Halifax (25 km) • Citadel, Museums, Province House • Public Gardens • Sports Hall of Fame

Campsite Types: 63 Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact DNR Waverley Office 902-861-2560.

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 52' 41.14" Longitude (W) 63˚ 36' 8.38"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 23 Mira River Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 1 – OCT 15 439 Brickyard Road, Albert Bridge, NS | 902-563-3373 142 Camper Beach 141 140

Freshwater Fen C Peninsula Loop

Open Field Loop Electrical and Water Sites (1–32 and 40–51) Brickyard Point Loop Registration Kiosk Mira River

Electrical and Water Sites Veterans (162–176) Memorial Park A

To Brickyard DayUseBeach Beach and To Hwy 22 MacLennans Boat Launch Look off

Entrance 200metres Private

Like the renowned river it’s named after, Mira River is bound to leave an impression. There’s lots to see and do here: canoeing, kayaking, boating, fishing, snorkeling, or swimming at the quiet cobble beach. Wildlife enthusiasts may spot fox, deer, ducks and loons. When you’re ready to explore, you’re just a short drive to Sydney, Glace Bay, and Fortress Louisbourg, one of the nation’s historic gems. Directions From Highway 125, take Exit 8. Follow Highway 22 south and turn left on Brickyard Road and drive 3 km (2 mi.) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Louisbourg • Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site (12 km) Marion Bridge • Two Rivers Wildlife Park (25 km) Glace Bay (30 km) • Marconi National Historic Site • Miners Museum Sydney • Cossitt House Museum (22 km)

Campsite Types: 51 Open (44 water and electric sites) / 40 Partially Wooded (15 water and electrical sites) / 65 Wooded

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 46˚ 1' 33.60" Longitude (W) 60˚ 2' 14.57"

24 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Mira River Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 1 – OCT 15 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

OPEN FIELD LOOP A Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 27 28 1 Open 26 24 25 Electrical and Water Sites (1–32 and 40–51) 22 23 2 21 1 20 4 19 18 3 6 17 8 16 10 51 12 14 50 Registration 7 9 15 Kiosk 11 13 49 29 48 30 47 31 43 46 40 45 32 41 42 44

33 39 38 Veterans 34 Memorial 35 Park 36 37

PENINSULA LOOP B 86 85 84 81 88 80 87 83 82 79 77 89 76 90 78 92 75 132 91 117 133 130 93 135 129 94 119 116 136 131 95 134 128 97 121 118 127 96 125 120 115 98 122 113 114 126 123 99 111 112 100 110 124 101 109 103 102 108 104 107 105 106

BRICKYARD POINT LOOP

D 209 208 207 210 206 211 205 204 203 202 201 200

Electrical and 172 173 Water Sites 174 (162–176) 168 175 150 169 176 170 151 162 152 163 171 153 155 158 164 165 166 157 154 156 159 161 160 179 186 177 187 188 178 189 185 180 184 181 183 182

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 25 Porters Lake Provincial Park OPEN MAY 18 – OCT 8 1160 West Porters Lake Rd., Porters Lake, NS

200 metres

Loop A Electrical and Water Sites (1–10) Porters Lake Walk-in Sites 9 7 35 2 51 1 (49–57) 10 8 6 52 53 54 Walk-in 50 55 56 Sites (70–72) Waste/Recycling 49 62 57 63 72 64 71 70 Walk-in 81 27 28 61 Sites 80 30 58 (74–81) 29 Walk-in 60 69 31 26 24 21 Sites 59 65 79 32 19 66 25 (46–48) 68 73 78 33 23 18 Walk-in 67 Campsite Type: 22 48 75 34 20 16 47 Sites Walk-in 74 17 1 1 76 1 35 Site Wooded Partially77 Wooded Open 36 37 15 (58–59) 39 14 46 40 12 (67) 13 38 11 41 42 Campsite Type: Walk-in Loop B 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 43 Sites (43–44) 44

Campsite Type:

Registration Porters Lake 1 Wooded Kiosk 1 Partially Wooded

1 Open

Porters Lake is a welcoming base from which to access the Halifax area, and many Eastern Shore attractions. The park overlooks a large lake with easy canoe/kayak access. Wake to birdsongs, witness busy woodpeckers, or catch a glimpse of one of the many snowshoe hare that live here. Don’t miss the nearby Cole Harbour/Lawrenctown Coastal Heritage Park System which provides access to hiking trails, sandy beaches, coastal salt marches and eroding headlands. Directions From Highway 107, take Exit 19 and travel 4 km (2.8 mi.) south on West Porters Lake Road to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Porters Lake (5 km) Musquodoboit Harbour • Musquodoboit Railway Museum (21 km) Shearwater/Eastern Passage (32 km) • Fisherman’s Cove • Shearwater Aviation Museum Jeddore Oyster Pond • Fisherman’s Life Museum (33 km)

Campsite Types: 10 Open (10 water and electric) / 70 Partially Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact DNR Jeddore Office 902-889-2332

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 41 ' 27.98" Longitude (W) 63˚ 18' 32.01"

26 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Rissers Beach Provincial Park OPEN MAY 18 – OCT 8 5366 Hwy 331, Petite Riviere, NS | 902-688-2034

Private A Sites 58–74 Private Wooded North Rissers

Sites 76–94 Open Walk-in Sites 700–705

Gate Beach Access Trail B C

Private 331 Gate

Private Gate Sites 1–19, 48–57 Sites 20–47 Wooded Open Little Rissers

Atlantic Ocean 200 metres

Rissers Beach is legendary for its white sand beach and selection of open and wooded sites that overlook the Atlantic. The north campground now offers serviced sites, as well as walk-in camping opportunities. You’ll find lots to do here: swim, canoe, kayak, fish, windsurf, dive, snorkel, beachcomb, watch shore birds…plan to stay for several days! Caution: Please protect the park’s delicate dune system by using the boardwalks. Directions From Highway 103, take Exit 15 and follow Highway 331 approximately 14 km (9 mi.) south to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Bridgewater (30 km) • DesBrisay Museum • Wile Carding Mill Liverpool (50 km) • Hank Snow Country Music Centre • Perkins House Museum Lunenburg • Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic (50 km)

Campsite Types: 50 Open (19 water and electric) / 17 Partially Wooded / 32 Wooded

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 13' 56.63" Longitude (W) 64˚ 25' 26.11"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 27 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Rissers Beach Provincial Park 1 Wooded OPEN1 Partially MAYWooded 18 –1 OCTOpen 8

Campsite Type: Loop A North Rissers 69 68 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 70 66 67 1 Open 65 63 64 Electrical and Water Sites 71 (76–94) 62

78 72 61 Walk-in 77 76 73 Sites 60 703 79 90 (700–705) 86 93 59 80 89 702 85 74 704 88 92 58 81 84 701 91 705 82 83 87

700

Loop B Little Rissers

Campground Visitor Parking Ice

Little Rissers 54 52 53 51 50 1 55 49 2 56 48 47 46 6 5 57 12 14 16 4 3 7 15 17 18 19 20 11 13 9 10 8

Loop C Little Rissers

37 35 34 39 32 40 36 33 38 42 30 31 44 41 45 43 24 29 28 Little Rissers 21 22 23 25 26 27

28 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Salsman Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – SEPT 10 15641 Hwy 316, Country Harbour, NS

316 Registration Kiosk

Maintenance Building Monument 34 35 40 33

36 39 1 38 2 32 37 3

Walk-in 4 5 Sites 31 7 6 15 13 14 16 17 27 12 11 10 Campsite Type: 30 8 20 28 29 9 21 19 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 18

23 Campsite Type: 26 Country Harbour 24 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 25

200 metres Campsite Type:

1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded

1 Open

If you’re looking for quiet relaxation, Salsman is the place to find it. Enjoy tranquility amid nature’s splendor along the scenic Eastern Shore. Most of the spacious campsites offer water views. Access the boat launch and try the fishing, or go for a peaceful paddle along the Country Harbour River. Seldom crowded; enjoy camping the way you like it. Directions From Highway 104, take Exit 35 and follow Highway 316 approximately 50 km (31.5 mi.) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Goldboro • Sable Gas Plant (17 km) Sherbrooke • Sherbrooke Village (45 km) Antigonish (65 km) • Heritage Museum • Festival Antigonish

Campsite Type: 40 Open Self-registration park: General inquiries contact DNR Guysborough Office 902-533-3503

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 14' 12.68" Longitude (W) 61˚ 46' 1.74"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 29 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Smileys Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – 1SEPTWooded 17 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 109 Clayton McKay Rd, Hwy 14, Brooklyn, NS

37 35 Campsite Type: 33 32 31 29 27 36 34 1 30 28 26 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 81 24 25 1 Open Maple 23 Loop

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C 40 41 iver r R de an e Elm Loop 1 M Park Entrance Area 2 Registration 43 42 3 Kiosk 74 Cherry 49 76 75 4 Loop 78 77 73 44 72 79 5 14 50 80 70 71 51 13 54 52 68 12 53 66 46 64 47 62 69 7 Birch 55 56 58 60 6 400 65 67 Loop 63 8 45 57 61 15 55 10 9 11

200 metres

No place says fun family times like Smileys. Nestled amid rolling hills alongside the Meander River, you can fish, use the playground, hike the 1.5 km walking trail, or try gold panning. Directions From Highway 101, take Exit 4 and follow Hwy 1 east for 3 km (2mi.). Turn left on Hwy 215 for 3.4km (2mi.) to McKay Road (on right). Follow McKay Road for 4 km (2.5 mi.). Turn left on Clayton McKay Road and travel 0.5 km (0.31) to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Windsor (24 km) • Hockey Heritage Centre • Museums & Theatre Mount Uniacke (26 km) • Uniacke Estate Museum & Park • Bell Park Hiking Trail Halifax • Halifax Citadel, Museums, Public Gardens (65 km)

Campsite Types: 37 Open / 15 Partially Wooded / 28 Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact DNR Windsor Office 902-798-2016

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 0' 50.13" Longitude (W) 63˚ 57' 40.49"

30 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca The Islands Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – OCT 8 183 Islands Park Rd. (off Hwy 3), Shelburne, NS

37 35 33 32 31 12 11 29 27 13 29 36 34 17 18 30 28 26 16 30 14 15 3131 27 32 33 81 24 28 25 34 23 Maple 36 35 39 Loop 10 25 26 9 37 24 38 40 Day Use 8 22 23 22 41 7 51 43 m 21 42 k 21 Maintenance 5 19 50 . 38 20 47 1 20 Compound 49 l 45

i 44 a 18 48 r 19 5 T 39 6 4 3 46 53 l 2 l Park Entrance o 1 r 52 54 t 17 S l l 55 e w 16 56 o r G1 C 40 r 57 41 ive Campsite Type: r R de 58 an 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open e 62 M Park Entrance Area Shelburne Elm Loop 1 59 2 Registration 43 42 Harbour 3 Kiosk 60 74 Campsite Type: Cherry 49 76 63 75 4 1 1 Loop 78 77 73 Wooded Partially Wooded 1 Open 44 72 79 5 14 50 80 70 71 51 13 54 52 68 12 Registration 53 66 Kiosk 46 64 47 62 69 7 Birch Campsite Type: 55 56 58 60 6 400 65 67 Loop 63 8 1 Wooded Day Use 45 57 61 15 55 10 9 11 1 Partially Wooded 200 metres 200 metres 1 Open

At The Islands you can relax in a natural environment while looking across the harbour at Shelburne, one of Nova Scotia’s most historic towns. Rev. Oct. 18, 2006 Naturally, water-related recreation reigns here – canoe, kayak or use the boat launch for your motorized craft and do some fishing or sightseeing. For those who prefer land, the gorgeous Roseway River walking trail can be accessed just 200 metres from the park entrance. Directions From Highway 103, take Exit 26 and follow Route 3 west to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Shelburne • Museums & Roseway River Trail (3 km) Birchtown • Black Loyalist Heritage Center (5 km) Barrington • Woolen Mill Museum (25 km) Pubnico • Le Musée Acadien (45 km)

Campsite Type: 63 Wooded Self-registration park: General inquiries contact DNR Shelburne Office 902-875-2501.

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 43˚ 45' 53.02" Longitude (W) 65˚ 20' 24.37"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 31 Thomas Raddall Provincial Park OPEN MAY 18 – OCT 8 529 Raddall Park Rd., Port Joli, NS | 902-683-2664

Park Ofﬁce Trail 1.3 km Campground e Day-use Area Sandy Day Use Bay Parking Cove wood Ridg Ron Lawson d Day Use Lake Camper ar Memorial Private Beach l H Walk-in Sites Building Beach ta Land as Co (51–55) m G100 36 0.8 k 38 il G300 37 53 55 ra 54 T 40 35 n 52 e 51 rr Maintenance 39 i Ba 42 Sem 41 G200 G400 10 28 27 25 26 24 23 11 34 Open Walk-in 14 12 Area 22 Sites 21 (43–50) 15 13 46 20 45 47 19 16 Campsite Type: 44 48 56 2 17 18 33 1 1 1 43 49 1 60 58 57 4 Wooded Partially Wooded Open 62 3 31 50 7 29 32 61 59 5 64 8 30 63 6 9 Campsite Type:

1 1 1 65 Wooded PartiallyAccessWooded Open Multi-use 81 to Beach Trail 82 66 77 80 78 79 Scotch Poin Private 68 76 t Trail 0.5 km Driveway 74 67 Campsite Type: 71 75 70 73 1 Wooded 72 69 200 metres 1 Path to Beach Partially Wooded 1 Open

Thomas Raddall may be off the beaten path but there’s no shortage of things to do. Both white sand and rocky beaches invite swimming, beachcombing, canoeing and kayaking. Hike or bicycle along a diverse trail network to see fascinating geology, forests, barrens and the intriguing plants and animals that call these areas home. Caution: Help protect the dune system, and piping plover nesting areas, by walking close to the water’s edge or on established trails. Directions Take exit 22 from Highway 103 and proceed to the East Port L’Hebert Road and proceed to the park entrance Nearby Attractions Liverpool (32 km) • Hank Snow Country Music Centre • Liverpool Historical Walking Tours • Rosignol Cultural Centre Shelburne • The Dory Shop Museum (40 km) • Black Loyalists Heritage Society (45 km) Kejimkujik Seaside Adjunct (10 km) Liverpool Golf & Country Club (17 km)

Campsite Type: 83 Wooded

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 43˚ 50' 41.22" Longitude (W) 64˚ 55' 10.90"

32 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

Campsite Type: Valleyview Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – OCT 8 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open 960 Hampton Mountain Rd., Bridgetown, NS | 902-665-2559

Campsite Type: 101 1 10 Wooded 9 11 1 Partially Wooded 8 12 13 1 Open

14 16 15 18 17 7 19 6 Private 3 28 4 2 29 5 Cliff 1 30

20 25 23

26 24

21 22

Croskill Lake

Private To Hampton 200 metres

Valleyview’s mountain-top setting offers splendid views of the Annapolis Valley. You’ll appreciate the solitude and often cooler temperatures found here. Stroll around the 1 km forested trail, listen to the bird songs, or perhaps catch a glimpse of white-tailed deer. In the evening, the nine-noted hoot of a barred owl may serenade you as you snuggle around the campfire. Directions From Highway 101, take Exit 20 and follow Route 1 west. In Bridgetown, take Church Street and proceed north to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Annapolis Royal (23 km) • Historic Sites & Gardens • Tidal Power Project • Golf courses (2) Upper Clements Theme Park (30 km) Port Royal National Historic Site (33 km) Aylesford • Oaklawn Farm Zoo (40 km)

Campsite Type: 30 Wooded

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 44˚ 52' 8.56" Longitude (W) 65˚ 19' 4.54"

RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca 33 Campsite Type: 1 Wooded 1 Partially Wooded 1 Open

WhycocomaghCampsite Type: Provincial Park OPEN JUNE 8 – OCT 15 891 ProvincialWooded 1 ParkPartially Rd.,Wooded Hwy. 1105,Ope nWhycocomagh, NS

Campsite Type: 200 metres Scout Trail 2 km 1 Wooded To Salt Mtn Trail distance is one-way 0 m 1 Partially Wooded n Trail 51 cQuee M

1 Open

19 20

13 Electrical and Water Sites 14 28 17 18 (1–9, 15) 12 21 15 11 5 4 22 9 7 27 3 26 23 Gate 6 10 16 Gate 8 25 24 Trail to 2 37 Look-out 1 36 Salt Mtn 1.3 km 38 Registration 29 Maintenance Area Yurt Kiosk 30

35 The High 31 lan de r T 39 ra il 32 Yurt 9 Private 7 0 m 34

DNR District Yurt Ofﬁce 33 40 To Salt Mtn

Whycocomagh appeals to both doers and dreamers. Walkers and hikers can challenge themselves on the invigorating trails to the top of Salt Mountain, while paddlers can ply the quiet waters of Whycocomagh Bay. Those seeking restful refuge will enjoy the spectacular views of land and lake, or marvel at bald eagles as they soar over the water. Directions On Highway 105, just east of Whycocomagh, take Provincial Park Road to the park entrance. Nearby Attractions Orangedale • Railway Station Museum (12 km) Baddeck • Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site (35 km) Inverness • Horse Racing and Golf (40 km) Iona • Highland Village Museum (40 km)

Campsite Types: 40 Open (3 Yurts / 10 water and electric sites) Self-registration park: General inquiries contact DNR Whycocomagh Office 902-756-2339

GPS Coordinates: Latitude (N) 45˚ 57' 59.69" Longitude (W) 61˚ 6' 16.54"

34 RESERVATIONS 1-888-544-3434 | http://parks.novascotia.ca Day-use Parks Operating Season: May 18 to Oct 8. Day-use areas of camping parks Oakfield open and close on the same dates as the campground except for Small beach. Ample parking 366 Oakfield Park Rd, Oakfield. Boylston, Dollar Lake and Salsman which open May 18 and close Oct 8. and recreation area. Size: 55.62 ha (137.44 ac) No day-use facilities at Amherst Shore. GPS: N44 54.725 W63 35.115

• Unless otherwise posted, • Dogs must be leashed. Sackville Lakes day-use parks close one • Swimming is unsupervised Forested natural environment 440 First Lake Dr, Lower Sackville. hour after sunset. (unless otherwise noted), park with managed walking trails. Size: 283 ha (699 ac) • No admission fee and at your own risk. Limited parking. GPS: N44 46.134 W63 39.102 • Open fires, camping and • Supervised swimming, where consumption of alcoholic offered, is July-August South Shore beverages are prohibited. (subject to change). Bayswater Beach Indicates accessible facilities, although not all opportunities White-sand beach. 4015 Hwy 329, Bayswater may be accessible. (Hwy 103, Exit 7). Off-season use: Parks are available for use, however they are not staffed, Size: 4 ha (10 ac) services are limited and parking may be limited or only at the entrance gate. GPS: N44 30.109 W64 04.033

Camerons Brook Shaded rest area under a canopy 7900 Hwy 8, South Brookfield. Halifax Metro of pine and hardwoods. Size: 1.47 ha (4 ac) GPS: N44 19.929 W64 57.261 Crystal Crescent Three white-sand crescent beaches 223 Sambro Creek Rd., Sambro Card Lake or take a 10 KM hike (each way) to Size: 539 ha (1332 ac) Pennant Point. GPS: N44 28.307 W63 37.364 Small beach near a canopy 3895 Hwy 14, Card Lake of softwoods. (Hwy 103, Exit 8). Size: 104 ha (258 ac) Herring Cove GPS: N44 43.164 W64 15.855 Short, rugged coastal hike, just 15 John Brackett Drive, Herring Cove minutes from Halifax. Enjoy the fresh Size: 20 ha (49.4 ac) Cleveland Beach ocean air and remember to keep off GPS: N44 34.619 W63 33.041 the slippery black rocks. Attractive sandy beach. 8878 Hwy 3, Queensland Limited parking. (Hwy 103, Exit 6). Jerry Lawrence Size: 4.43 ha ( ac) GPS: N44 39.002 W64 00.010 Accessible opportunities on Lewis and 4775 St. Margaret’s Bay Rd (Hwy 3) Round Lakes; latter stocked with brook Upper Tantallon and rainbow trout. Size: 747 ha (1846 ac) Cookville GPS: N44 41.173 W63 51.442 Access to the LaHave 1119 Hwy 10, Cookville. River for water sports. Size: 1.41 ha (3.5 ac) Community operated. Laurie GPS: N44 25.322 W64 33.102 Quiet lakeside setting offering 4949 Hwy 2 , Grand Lake canoeing, water skiing, fishing and Size: 747 ha (1846 ac) East River swimming. GPS: N44 52.686 W63 36.140 Picturesque stop on a sheltered 2177 Hwy 3, East River ocean cove. (Hwy 103, Exit 7) Long Lake Size 0.51 ha (1.26 ac) GPS: N44 35.330 W64 10.375 Small carpark (HRM) off St. Margarets St Margarets Bay Road and at Bay Road. Additional entrance with a Northwest Arm Drive/Cowie Hill large parking lot located at the North intersection Fancy Lake West Arm Drive/Cowie Hill intersection Size: 1722 ha (4255 ac) Freshwater beach access for 854 Conquerall Mills Rd., and provides access to the 5 km long St Margarets Bay Road GPS: swimming or non-motorized craft. Conquerall Mills. graveled Lakeview Trail. N44 37.929 W63 39.506 Size: 0.27 ha (0.67 ac) Northwest Arm Drive GPS: GPS: N44 19.702 W64 31.927 N44 37.302 W63 37.483 Hubbards MacCormacks Beach Convenient boat launch 3 KM Hwy 3, Hubbards. Stroll the boardwalk and see beautiful 1641 Shore Rd, Eastern Passage. west of Queensland Beach Size: 0.55 ha (1.35 ac) views of McNabs, Lawlors and Devil’s Size: 6.34 ha (15.5 ac) Provincial Park GPS: N44 38.323 W64 03.681 islands and Halifax Harbour. GPS: N44 36.513 W63 29.492 Port L’Hebert McNabs and Lawlor Islands A 2.1 KM looped trail through 11183 Hwy 103, Granite Village. Old forts and dwellings, intriguing Halifax Harbour (Commercial boat hardwoods and granite boulders Size: 70.97 ha (175.44 ac) wildlife, and 22 KM of trails, all within service from various points in HRM.) with coastal view. GPS: N43 52.488 W64 57.824 view of the city. No drinking water. Size: 484.67 ha (1197.65 ac) GPS: N44 36.702 W63 31.643

http://parks.novascotia.ca 35 Queensland Beach Port Maitland Beach Popular beach. Limited parking. 9600 Hwy 3, Hubbards. Sand and cobble beach. 3297 Shore Rd, Port Maitland. Size: 1.35 ha (3.34 ac) Hwy 101 (Exit 33) GPS: N44 38.127 W64 01.553 Size: 8.41 ha (20.78 ac) GPS: N43 59.090 W66 09.225 Sable River Pine canopy over picnic area. Brook 140 West Sable River Rd, Sable River. Smugglers Cove changes direction (Hwy 103, Exit 23) Site reputedly used by rum runners in 7651 Hwy 1, Meteghan. with the tide. Size: 53.65 ha (132.5 ac) the early 1900s. Cove accessible by Size: 7.74 ha (19.13 ac) GPS: N43 50.110 W65 3.877 stairs at low tide. GPS: N44 10.224 W66 10.851

Sand Hills Beach Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley A 2.5 KM white-sand beach 28 Sand Hills Beach Park Rd., and protected dune system. Villagedale. (Hwy 103, Exit 29) Annapolis Basin Look Off Please use boardwalks and marked Size: 94.61 ha (233.79 ac) Scenic views of the Annapolis Basin. 260 Shore Rd, Digby. paths. GPS: N43 31.777 W65 32.676 Size: 1.5 ha (4 ac) GPS: N44 38.338 W65 45.416 Second Peninsula Softwood forested park 781 Second Peninsula Rd., Anthony with ocean views. Second Peninsula. (Hwy 103, Exit 10) Red sand beach on Cobequid Bay. 6889 Hwy # 215, Lower Selma. Size: 19.44 ha (48.04 ac) Wharf for viewing opportunities. Size: 8 ha (19 ac) GPS: N44 24.144 W64 17.732 GPS: N45 18.807 W63 36.337

Summerville Beach Blomidon Look Off A 1 KM sandy beach backed by dunes 7533 Hwy 3, Summerville Centre. On a clear day see a panoramic view of 3374 Hwy 358, Arlington. and an open saltmarsh. Please keep Size: 33.81 ha (83.5 ac) five counties. Size: 0.13 ha (0.32 ac) on designated paths to protect piping GPS: N43 57.270 W64 48.888 GPS: N45 11.972 W64 24.544 plover habitat. Caddell Rapids Look Off Swissair Memorial Site (Bayswater) Eagle habitat overlooking the 1609 Riverside Rd, Stewiacke. Monument to the 1998 crash of Swissair 4100 Hwy 329, Bayswater. Shubenacadie River. Size: 0.34 ha (.84 ac) Flight 111. Facilities located across the GPS: N44 29.972 W64 04.110 GPS: N45 11.905 W63 23.416 road at Bayswater Beach park. Cape Split Swiss Air Memorial Site (Limited parking) Significant landmark overlooking Carry plenty of drinking water. (Peggys Cove) 8250 Peggys Cove Rd, Peggys Cove. the Bay of Fundy. Trail is approx. 999 Cape Split Rd, Scots Bay. Short path through iconic rock GPS: N44 30.402 W63 55.876 8 KM one way. Wear sturdy Size: 447 ha (1104 ac) formations to monument. footwear and layered clothing. GPS: N45 18.931 W64 25.887 Stay on the trail. Ten Mile Lake Relax beneath a pine/hemlock stand. 3933 Hwy 8, Middlefield. Central Grove Size: 3.27 ha (8.08 ac) Located on Long Island, 1731 Hwy 217, Central Grove. GPS: N44 11.397 W64 49.967 0.8 KM trail leads to view of Size: 13 ha (31 ac) the Bay of Fundy. GPS: N44 19.981 W66 16.281 William E. deGarthe Memorial Small park within Peggys Cove that 109 Peggy's Point Road, Peggys Cove. Clairmont protects rock carving done by William Size: 0.06 ha (0.15 ac) Relax in the shade under a stand 1405 Hwy 1, Kingston. E. deGarthe, a long-time resident of the GPS: N44 29.638 W63 54.854 of red pine. (Hwy 101, Exit 16 or 17) area, in honour of seafarers. Size: 23 ha (58 ac) GPS: N45 00.437 W64 54.479 Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Coldbrook Glenwood Relax under a canopy of pine; located 7073 Hwy 1, Coldbrook, Relaxing park located on Rickers Lake. 5570 Hwy 3, Lower Argyle. near take-out restaurants. Hwy 101, Exit 14 (Junction of Hwys 3 and 103) Size: 3 ha (7 ac) Size: 39 ha (96 ac) GPS: N45 04.032 W64 34.406 GPS: N43 47.637 W65 52.468 Cottage Cove Mavillette Beach Overlooking the Bay of Fundy, 11935 Shore Rd, Port George. Sandy beach backed by fragile dune 295,336,395 John Doucette Rd., 13 KM north of Middleton. Size: 0.5 ha (1.23 ac) system. Extensive sand flats at low Mavillette. GPS: N44 59.602 W65 10.711 tide. No picnic tables. Size: 43 ha (106.40 ac) GPS: N44 05.369 W66 11.448

36 http://parks.novascotia.ca Eatonville Balmoral Mills One KM trail leads to Three Sisters, 2375 Eatonville Road Adjacent to the Balmoral 544 Peter Macdonald Rd, Balmoral Mills. 1.5 KM trail leads to Squally Beach. Size: Cape Chignecto day-use area Grist Mill Museum. Size: 8 ha (20 ac) GPS: N45 25.300 W64 53.657 GPS: N45 38.780 W63 11.904

Falls Lake Bayfield Swimming and access for 1541 New Ross Rd Hwy 14, Vaughan. Sand and pebble beach; supervised 151 Bayfield Beach Rd, Bayfield. non-motorized watercraft. Size: 6 ha (14 ac) swimming on weekends. (Hwy 104, Exit 36) GPS: N44 50.383 W64 14.372 Size: 3.48 ha (8.59 ac) GPS: N45 38.375 W61 45.531 Lake George Beaver Mountain Fresh water sandy beach; 125 North River Rd., Lake George. non-motorized boating. Size: 4.16 ha (10.28 ac) Impressive view of Antigonish 472 Beaver Meadow Rd, James River GPS: N44 55.474 W64 41.422 and Cape Breton Island. (Hwy 104, Exit 30). Trail system is 6 KM long; Size: 136 ha (337 ac) some paved. GPS: N45 33.961 W62 9.339 Lake Midway Roadside park with seasonal 7600 Hwy 217, Lake Midway Blue Sea Beach trout fishing. Size: 1.72 ha (4.25 ac) GPS: N44 31.784 W66 02.511 Sand and cobble beach for swimming. 660 Blue Sea Rd, Malagash Point. Size: 202 ha (499 ac) GPS: N45 48.224 W63 17.899 Londonderry Wayside memorial park with an 1776 Station Rd., Londonderry Fox Harbour interpretive display on site of (Hwy 104; Exit 11) former iron works. Size: 0.11 ha (.27 ac) Small sandy beach on 865 Fox Harbour South Rd, Wallace. GPS: N45 28.303 W63 35.783 warm water. Size: 60 ha (148 ac) GPS: N45 50.100 W63 26.022 Lumsden Pond Greenhill Small park offering easy 2530 Corcum Burns Rd., Black River. access for swimming. Size: 7.18 ha (17.74 ac) Magnificent view of the Pictou County 209 Dan Fraser Rd, Green Hill. GPS: N45 01.554 W64 23.901 farmlands below. (Hwy 104, Exit 20) Size: 9.64 ha (24 ac) GPS: N45 34.925 W62 47.464 MacElmons Pond A 1 KM trail meanders through 219 MacElmon Rd., Lower Onslow. Gulf Shore old fields, pine forest and alongside Size: 7.24 ha (17.89 ac) the pond. GPS: N45 23.459 W63 25.677 Hilltop setting overlooking 1033 Gulf Shore Rd, Gulf Shore the Northumberland Strait. Size: 9.78 ha (24.17 ac) Sandy beach. GPS: N45 52.351 W63 37.582 Mickey Hill Gravel trail, boardwalks, steep 7956 Hwy 8, Graywood. (Hwy 101; Heather Beach staircases lead to river. Exit 22) Size: 72.93 ha (180.21 ac) Located on the warm waters 700 Heather Beach Rd, Port Howe GPS: N44 40.009 W65 27.701 of the Northumberland Strait. Limited Size: 7 ha (17 ac) parking. GPS: N45 52.483 W63 45.226 Provincial Wildlife Park Melmerby Beach Woodland setting featuring 30+ 149 Creighton Rd, Shubenacadie. species of native animals and birds. Size: 20.23 ha (50 ac) Popular 2 KM sandy beach. 6280–6380 Little Harbour Rd. Little Waterfowl and wetlands displays. GPS: N45 05.570 W63 23.576 Ample parking. Harbour (Hwy 104; Exit 25) Ample Parking. Size: 113 ha (279 ac) GPS: N45 39.157 W62 29.764 Savary A picturesque site overlooking 7401 Hwy 1, Plympton. Northport Beach St. Mary’s Bay. Beachcomb along Size: 10.82 ha (26.73 ac) Red sand beach (accessible by stairs) 7722 Hwy 366, Northport. the rocky shoreline. GPS: N44 30.698 W65 54.390 to warm water. Size: 11 ha (27.43 ac) GPS: N45 55.386 W63 50.723 Scots Bay North Watch the world’s highest tides 16 Wharf Rd., Scots Bay. Pomquet Beach rise and fall. Size: 0.26 ha (.642 ac) Best example of dune succession in 432 Pomquet Beach Rd, Pomquet. GPS: N45 18.051 W64 23.700 NS. Tea room near the park; various Hwy 104; Exit 35 or 36 summertime activities. Size: 164.14 ha (405.60 ac) Northumberland Shore GPS: N45 38.691 W61 49.285

Arisaig Powells Point Discover four million years of 5704 Hwy #245 Arisaig. Sandy and rocky beaches and 8049 Pictou Landing Rd, Little Harbour. earth history through fossils. Size: 28 ha (70 ac) the warmest salt water in Size: 25.57 ha (63.18 ac) GPS: N45 45.280 W62 09.990 Nova Scotia. GPS: N45 38.969 W62 34.059

http://parks.novascotia.ca 37 Rushtons Beach Dalem Lake Popular beach on warm salt 723 Hwy 6, Brule. A 2.2 KM trail encircling the lake 220 New Dominion Rd, Boularderie. water. Salt marsh attracts a Size: 18.93 ha (46.77 ac) and a white-sand beach. Size: 48 ha (118 ac) variety of birds. GPS: N45 45.164 W63 07.250 GPS: N46 15.000 W60 25.236

Salt Springs Dominion Beach Nestled against the banks 2532 Hwy 4, Salt Springs. Sandy beach. 48 Lower Mitchell Avenue, Dominion. of the West River. Hwy 104 (Exit 19) Size: 28 ha (69 ac) Size: 28.87 ha (71.34 ac) GPS: N46 12.818 W60 01.729 GPS: N45 32.696 W62 52.772 Dundee Shinimicas Boat launch, shore access on 2285 West Bay Road Take a break under stately 5252 Hwy 6, Shinimicas. the Bras d’Or Lake. Size: 0.2 ha (.494 ac) elms along the banks of the Size: 6.95 ha (17.17 ac) GPS: N45 41.847 W61 06.326 Shinimicas River. GPS: N45 52.332 W63 54.557 Groves Point Tatamagouche Sand and pebble beach on 1055 Hillside Boularderie Rd, Near most village of Tatamagouche 2664 Hwy 6, Tatamagouche. warm salt water. Groves Point. Located 5 KM (3 mi) attractions. Size: 6.47 ha (16 ac) south of Hwy 105. GPS: N45 42.581 W63 16.004 Size: 4.64 ha (11.47 ac) GPS: N46 13.905 W60 20.746 Tidnish Dock Historic site of eastern terminus 821 Tidnish Head Rd, Tidnish. Irish Cove of proposed rail transport of Size: 9.32 ha (23 ac) Roadside park on a hill 16165 Hwy 4, Irish Cove. ships between Fort Lawrence GPS: N45 59.653 W64 00.66 overlooking Bras d’Or Lake. Size: 1.08 ha (2.66 ac) and Tidnish. GPS: N45 48.923 W60 41.463

Waterside Beach Lake O’ Law Long sandy beach on 649 R. Grant Rd, Caribou River. Inland park offering swimming 4830 Cabot Trail Hwy 19, Lake O’Law. warm water; seldom crowded. Size: 95.71 ha (236.5 ac) and carry-in boating. Size: 2.15 ha (5.31 ac) GPS: N45 45.544 W62 46.585 GPS: N46 16.572 W60 57.745

Wentworth (no showers) Lennox Passage Scenic views year-round along a 14160 Hwy 4, Wentworth. Two KM of trails, and a 2313 Hwy 320, Isle Madame. small meandering river. Trails Hwy 104 (Exit 7 or 11) lighthouse to explore. Size: 37.11 ha (91.7 ac) connect to Cobequid Mountain. Size: 143.3 ha ( 354.10 ac) GPS: N45 35.145 W61 01.378 Popular birding location. GPS: N45 37.782 W63 33.315 Mabou Cape Breton Panoramic view of the Mabou Valley. 11925 Hwy 19, Mabou Size: 2.23 ha (5.5 ac) Barrachois GPS: N46 4.921 W61 22.288 Formerly a farm, this park is 2315 Route 223, Ironville. situated on a knoll under a Size: 118 ha (292 ac) MacCormack canopy of trees. GPS: N46 08.551 W60 26.658 Overlooking Bras d’Or Lake. 2481 St. Columba Rd., Iona. View of picturesque Plaster Cove. Size: 4.43 ha (10.95 ac) Ben Eoin GPS: N45 57.833 W60 48.621 Look-off with a view of East Bay. 5549 Hwy 4, Ben Eoin. Size: 90 ha (223 ac) North River GPS: N45 57.750 W60 27.650 Take a day hike to a spectacular 681 Oregon Rd, North River. steep-sided river canyon with Size: Cabots Landing a 32 metre (104 ft) waterfall. GPS: N46 31.815 W60 66.056 Scenic views of Pollets Cove-Aspy 1904 Bay St. Lawrence Rd, 18 KM round-trip. Fault Wilderness Area. Historic Sugarloaf. cairn commemorates the landing Size: 9 ha (21 ac) Petersfield of John Cabot. GPS: N46 56.635 W60 28.007 Cultural history parkoverlooking 1126 Westmount Rd, Sydney. Sydney Harbour. Seven KM of trails. Size: 22.81 ha (56.36 ac) Cape Smokey GPS: N46 8.640 W60 13.462 Spectacular views of the coast 40301 Cabot Trail, Cape Smokey. and highlands. Ten KM (return) trail Size: 718 ha (1774 ac) Point Michaud Beach takes approx. 4 hours to hike. GPS: N46 35.723 W60 23.135 Sandy beach, backed by sand 3796 Hwy 247, Point Michaud dunes and cranberry bogs. Surfing Size: 60.60 ha (149.75 ac) opportunities. GPS: N45 35.533 W60 40.805

38 http://parks.novascotia.ca Pondville Beach Marie Joseph A 1 KM sandy beach, backed 219 Pondville North Rd., Arichat. Picturesque roadside park with a 1420 Hwy 7, Liscomb Mills. by gentle dunes, a large lagoon Size: 3.35 ha (8.28 ac) view of offshore islands. Size: 0.68 ha (1.68 ac) and salt marsh. GPS: N45 32.319 W60 58.681 GPS: N44 58.066 W62 05.195

Port Hood Station Martinique Beach Cobble beach with adjacent 8657 Hwy 19, Port Hood. Crescent, white-sand beach. 2389 Petpeswick Rd., East white sand beach. Size: 16.38 ha (40.47 ac) Protected area for piping plover. Petpeswick. GPS: N46 00.191 W61 31.797 Limited parking on weekends. Size: 47 ha (116 ac) GPS: N44 41.394 W63 08.841 Ross Ferry Boat launch to the Bras d’Or Lake. Hwy 305 Ross Ferry. Musquodoboit Valley Size: 2.63 ha (6.5 ac) Day-use park bordering the 11685 Hwy 224, GPS: N46 08.632 W60 35.029 Musquodoboit River. Middle Musquodoboit. Size: 67 ha (165.54 ac) St Anns GPS: N45 03.586 W63 06.868 A 500 m trail offers scenic 51475 Cabot Trail, St. Anns. views of saltmarsh, bay, and Size: 4.27 ha (10.5 ac) Port Shoreham Beach softwood forest. GPS: N46 12.488 W60 37.358 Sand and cobble beach. 1720 Hwy 344, Port Shoreham. Size: 39.28 ha (97.06 ac) Trout Brook GPS: N45 25.567 W61 23.946 White sand beach on the 2535 Hwy 395, Trout Brook. shores of Lake Ainslie. Size: 8.58 ha (21.20 ac) Rainbow Haven Beach GPS: N46 05.738 W61 08.454 Popular beach in Cole Harbour– 2249 Cow Bay Rd (Hwy 322) Lawrencetown system. Size: Uisge Bàn Falls GPS: N44 38.874 W63 25.437 A 1.5 KM (round trip) trail amid 715 North Branch Rd. Baddeck Forks. hardwoods to a spectacular 15 m Hwy 105 (Exit 9) Sherbrooke waterfall. Size: 147.49 ha (364.5 ac) Softwood forest beside the 8407, Hwy 7, Sherbrooke. GPS: N46 12.168 W60 46.658 St. Marys River. Size: 0.31 ha (.76 ac) GPS: N45 09.151 W61 58.519 West Mabou Beach Natural environment park with 1757 Little Mabou Rd, Mabou. Shubenacadie Canal and (no showers) large sand beach and dune system. Size: 275.26 ha (680.18 ac) Waterway – National Historic 54 Locks Rd, Dartmouth Walking/hiking trails. GPS: N46 04.333 W61 28.952 Civil Engineering Site Size: 7.44 ha (18.38 ac) Interpretation at Fairbanks Centre. GPS: N 44 42 7.928 W 63 33 12.638 Eastern Shore Spry Bay Black Duck Cove Roadside stop overlooking 19310 Hwy 7, Spry Bay. Day-use park with a small sandy 1409 Little Dover Road, Little Dover the bay. Size: 0.13 ha (.32 ac) beach and a 3.5 km (2 mi.) shoreline Size: 137.14 ha (338.88 ac) GPS: N44 50.525 W62 37.214 walking trail. GPS: N45 16.602 W61 1.964 Taylor Head Clam Harbour Wind swept peninsula with a variety of 20140 Hwy 7, Spry Bay. Long, wide sandy beach with 158 Beach Rd, Clam Harbour. habitats, geological features, scenic Size: 855.95 ha (2115.09 ac) supervised swimming on weekends. Size: 183 ha (43 ac) look-offs, and secluded beaches. GPS: N44 50.675 W62 34.889 GPS: N44 43.823 W62 53.132 Tor Bay Cole Harbour-Lawrencetown Picturesque rocky point looking 650 Hwy 316, Tor Bay. Coastal Heritage Park System Lawrencetown Beach, out to the Atlantic; sandy beach. Size: 12.88 ha (31.83 ac) Sand and cobble beaches with 4348 Lawrencetown Rd GPS: N45 11.275 W61 21.267 adjacent trails. Noted surfing Size: 746 ha (1843.5 ac) area. Strong riptides and currents. GPS: N44 38.688 W63 20.706 swimmers must exercise caution.

Elderbank Non-motorized access on the 5819 Hwy 357, Elderbank. Musquodoboit River. Size: 0.81 ha (2 ac) GPS: N44 58.837 W63 12.970

Lochiel Lake Quiet setting with wooded and open 13575 Hwy 7, Lochiel Lake areas overlooking the lake. Size: 4.1 ha (10.3 ac) GPS: N45 21.231 W62 03.496

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Important Event Information Tips for an Enjoyable Event PLEASE READ • Wearing the proper clothing and footwear is essential. Closed-toe footwear with good tread is advised. Flip-flops are not advisable. The information provided in this guide was supplied by the sponsoring organization or event leader earlier this • For water-based events such as clam digging year. A more comprehensive description of the events or fishing, boots or water-proof footwear is can be found at http://parks.novascotia.ca/events. recommended. You’ll also find event listings online that came in after this guide was printed. • Dress in layers keeping in mind that coastal locations and those at higher elevations can have It is always advisable to phone or email the event significantly cooler temperatures than inland contact person to confirm the event is on schedule and areas or low elevations. see if you need to take any special actions prior to the event date. You may also want to confirm the location • Follow the weather forecast and bring raingear where participants should meet to start the event. if necessary.

Some events require pre-registration and a • As these are outdoor events always remember confirmation to be issued to participants. to bring sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent, and drinking water. Some events require a registration fee. • Depending on the length of the event and the Parental supervision is required (except for youth exertion level required, carry snacks and day camps). lunches to keep your energy up. Leashed pets may be permitted at some events. Get the most out of events by bringing Please check in advance. some supporting equipment such as: A rain date has been set for some events. If in doubt, • For hikes, walks, birding: binoculars, field guides check with the event contact person. • For storytelling: camp chairs

• For clam digging, sand castle building: buckets, shovels, digging tools

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Bird Studies of Canada Extended Park Season Activities OCTOBER TO DECEMBER 2018 Canoe Kayak Nova Scotia Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Chebucto Hiking Club Through a partnership agreement between The Friends of Taylor Head Cliffs of Fundy Geopark Provincial Park (FOTHP) and NS Department of Natural Resources, the Park gate is open beyond the normal October 8 closing date, until Dartmouth Volksmarch Club December 4. During this extended open period, FOTHP volunteers are maintaining washroom facilities and garbage collection. Contact Ducks Unlimited Canada Warren at 902-772-2207 or email [email protected] or visit www.friendsoftaylorhead.com for more information. Elizabeth Balser Five Bridges Wilderness Heritage Trust

DECEMBER 2018 TO MARCH 2019 Friends of Ellenwood Park Cross-country Skiing Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County Friends of McNabs When the conditions are right, there’s no place like Ellenwood Lake Provincial Island Society Park for the best cross-country skiing and snowshoeing around. Don’t Friends of Taylor Head have your own equipment? No problem! An easy 1.5 KM walk from the park Provincial Park gate will bring you to the ski cabin where you can borrow everything you need from us. We have equipment sizes to fit the whole family and 7 KM of Fundy Geological Museum groomed trails that’ll leave you breathless! Bring water, snacks or lunch, warm outdoor clothing, hat, thick socks, and gloves. Sponsored by the Halifax Regional Municipality Friends of Ellenwood Provincial Park. Find us on FaceBook or visit our Halifax Wildlife Association website at www.friendsofellenwoodpark.ca anytime for hours of operation, trail conditions and updates. For more information call Misty National Audubon Society at 902-742-8868 or email [email protected]. Nova Scotia Bird Society

Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources

Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service

Royal Astronomical Society of Canada – Halifax Centre

Shelburne Kayak Festival Committee

Song of the Paddle

Westmount Canada Day Committee

http://parks.novascotia.ca 43 MAY Saturday, May 19 • 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM Cape “Blow-Me-Down” – What’s in a Name Saturday, May 5 • 10 AM to 1 PM Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County Annual Volunteer Day Join us for an evening of stories and history all about Cape Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Blomidon. Accompanied by old photos, paintings and artifacts, we Colchester County will learn about the rich past that makes Cape Blomidon and Cape Join us for our 3rd annual Volunteer Day! This event is open to Split such important landmarks for people of all cultures and anyone thinking about, interested in, or already volunteering at the traditions that have lived and/or explored around the Minas Basin. Wildlife Park and Wetland Interpretive Centre! Come join us for an Hear about the adventures of Kluskap, the voyages of Champlain, introduction on how the park works, learn about our different and the Battle of Blomidon. There will be something to pique the programs and how you can get involved. This will include a walking interest of anyone with an open mind, a love of learning, or an tour of the facilities, so dress appropriately for weather conditions. appreciation of folklore, art, photography and science. Meet at the Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Admission Emma Tichenor Campers' Centre near the Comfort Station. is free for registered participants. Please register by emailing All ages welcome. Adult supervision for children required. Picnic [email protected] or phone 902-758-4541. tables will be provided for seating or you may bring a camp chair. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Sunday, May 6 • 10 AM to 12:30 PM Lucas at 902-582-7319, 902-679-6097 or email blomidonpark@ Porters Lake Trail Walk novascotia.ca. Porters Lake Provincial Park, Halifax County Sunday, May 27 • 12 NOON to 3 PM Join the Dartmouth Volksmarch Club for an easy 6 KM or 10 KM trails walk at Porters Lake Provincial Park. Adults only. Registration May Fair in the Park for this event will open at 9:30 AM and the walk will begin at 10 AM. Jerry Lawrence Provincial Park, Halifax County There is a $2/person fee which will be collected at registration. Five Bridges Wilderness Heritage Trust invites you to celebrate the Dress for weather conditions and wear hiking boots, hiking shoes or arrival of spring at the 12th annual May Fair in the Park. Join in runners suitable for walking on light pebbles and sandy soil. Bring some outdoor fun with your friends, family and neighbours including water, snacks, sunscreen and insect repellent. Meet at the park barbecue, snacks, children’s games, face painting and other entrance at 1160 West Porters Lake Road. No rain date. For more surprises that are sure to entertain and amuse all. This event is free information contact Bill (10 KM) at 902-497-7218 or Margaret to the community and everyone is welcome. BBQ, games and (6 KM) at 902-454-9280. displays will be set up on the grass near the parking area. If weather is inclement, this event will be held at the Estabrooks Community Saturday, May 12 • 8 AM to 5 PM Centre located near the park at 4408 St. Margaret’s Bay Road, Lewis Migration Bird Count Lake, Upper Tantallon. Contact Joanne at [email protected] or Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County 902-826-9512. This event, sponsored by the Nova Scotia Bird Society, is conducted annually on the second Saturday in May throughout North America. JUNE All the trails in the park will be covered and all birds will be counted – not only migrants. We can expect to see a variety of species Saturday, June 2 • 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM including Cormorants (Greater and Double-crested), Long-tailed Learn to Fish Ducks, Willets, Greater Yellowlegs, Swainson’s and Hermit Thrush, Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Magnolia Warblers, Fox and Song Sparrows. Weather is usually cold Colchester County and raw this time of year, so dress warmly. Bring a lunch, hot drink, Learn the safe and proper way to fish in Nova Scotia. We and any equipment you use for birding. All birders welcome. Meet at recommend this event for ages 8 to 100. Children under 16 must be 8 AM at the Park Info Kiosk at the last parking lot. No rain date. accompanied by an adult. Fishing gear will be supplied if needed. Be Contact either Jim at 902-885-2970 or email jim.cameron@ns. prepared for a 1.5 hour classroom session, then take to the pond sympatico.ca; or Warren at 902-772-2207 or email rosalieeast@ns. and try your hand at catching some delicious fish. You decide sympatico.ca; or visit www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. whether to catch and release, or take the fish home for dinner. Bring outdoor clothes, rubber boots, hat, insect repellent and sunscreen. Regular park admission fees apply. You must pre-register and receive confirmation from the park in order to attend this event. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. To register, phone 902-758-5316 or email [email protected].

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Sunday, June 3 • 7 AM to 10 AM Saturday, June 16 • 6 AM to 12 NOON Warbler Walk Bird Songs Jerry Lawrence Provincial Park, Halifax County Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Join Five Bridges Wilderness Heritage Trust members and other Listen to our park’s bird chorus. We are fortunate that the park has early risers for a special guided tour through the Jerry Lawrence some of the most beautiful bird singers in the world. We will do Provincial Park with avid birder Hans Toom leading the way. You will some short walks but spend most of our time listening. We will learn about the birds, their song, and their environment. Nova Scotia identify as many birds as possible by voice as they announce their attracts 22 Warbler species in total. We hope to hear the birdsong of presence “on territory” to competitors and prospective mates. Early some of the 17 species of Warblers that nest in this area. Expect to mornings can be cool in June, so dress warmly and consider be walking about 3 hours. This event is not suitable for small bringing a lunch, snacks and water. The only requirement for this children. Bring water and snacks, and wear appropriate clothing and walk is an interest in, and a love of, our natural world. Sponsored sturdy footwear for walking. Meet in the picnic area just beyond the by Friends of Taylor Head Park Society. No rain date. Meet at the parking lot. Free event, everyone welcome. For more information Park Info Kiosk at the last parking lot. Contact either Jim at contact Joanne at [email protected] or phone 902-826-9512. 902-885-2970 or email [email protected]; or Warren at 902-772-2207 or email [email protected]; or visit Sunday, June 3 • 9:30 AM to 5 PM www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. McNabs Island Clean-up McNabs & Lawler Islands Provincial Park, Saturday, June 23 • 10 AM to 2 PM Halifax County Wildflower Walk Participate in Environment Week by helping the Friends of McNabs Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Island Society clean up McNabs and Lawlor Islands Provincial Park! Early summer is a special time in Taylor Head Park. The wildflowers Suitable for the whole family. Meet at Murphy's Cable Wharf on the are in full bloom and the vegetation is fresh and lush. During this Halifax Waterfront (1751 Lower Water Street, Halifax) before 9:30 outing we will stroll along the trails through the forest, old fields, AM. Transportation with A & M Sea Charters from Eastern Passage and the sand beach looking for the display of early summer (87 Government Wharf Road, Eastern Passage) also provided. Space wildflowers and other flora. This is a walk everyone can enjoy, even on the boats is limited so everyone MUST REGISTER with those using mobility aids as the walk takes place on surfaced trails EVENTBRITE.CA to guarantee their spot. Groups such as clubs, and sand beach near the parking lot. Bring a lunch and water. schools, youth groups should contact us in advance. Bring work Sponsored by Friends of Taylor Head Park Society. No rain date. gloves, drinking water, a lunch and ENTHUSIASM. Wear comfortable Meet at 10 AM at the Park Info Kiosk at the last parking lot. Contact footwear (no sandals) as shoreline is rocky. We will supply the Peter at 902-499-4114 or email [email protected]; or Warren garbage bags and FREE transportation to the island for volunteers at 902-772-2207 or email [email protected] or visit willing to clean up the beaches. This event is rated as a moderate www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. level of hiking and/or physical activity encompassing 5–20 KM of shoreline. Donations appreciated to cover the cost of the clean-up. Saturday to Monday, June 30 to July 2 To register contact Faye at 902-443-1749 or Cathy at 902-434- • 12 NOON to 4 PM 2254, email [email protected], or visit www.mcnabsisland.ca. Wild About Butterfly Gardening Rain date: Sunday, June 10 from 9:30 AM to 5 PM. Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Colchester County Friday, June 8 • 5:15 PM to 7:30 PM Celebrate Canada Day week-end with us at the beautiful Long Lake Trail Hike Shubenacadie Wildlife Park and learn about our incredible Long Lake Provincial Park, Halifax County pollinators. Watch our butterflies be released at 2 PM. Imagine how Join the Chebucto Hiking Club for a 10 KM hike suitable for all ages. it would feel to go from a caterpillar, to sleeping in a cocoon, to a This moderate hike is rated 2C – some moderate hill or stair flying creature! We will also be weeding our garden, offering starter climbing, a significant part of the walk takes place on somewhat kits for worm composting and sharing our milkweed seeds for you difficult terrain (rocky /rooted paths). Dress for weather conditions. to grow (the endangered Monarch Butterfly’s main food source). Bring water, snacks, hiking boots or shoes. Meet at the trail parking Regular park admission fees apply. Sponsored by the NS lot, St. Margaret’s Bay Road, Halifax at 5:15 PM for a 5:30 PM start. Department of Natural Resources. For more information email For further information contact Isacc at 902-479-1601 or visit our [email protected] or phone 902-758-5316. website at www.chebuctohikingclub.com. No rain date.

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http://parks.novascotia.ca 45 Saturday, July 7 • 7 PM to 8:30 PM JULY Wildlife in Nova Scotia Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County Saturday, July 1 • 1 PM to 4 PM This is an interactive talk on wildlife in Nova Scotia. There will be Westmount Canada Day Celebration lots of information on Hawks, Eagles, and Owls that we can see right Petersfield Provincial Park, Cape Breton County here in Nova Scotia. Bring your questions about other wildlife found All are welcome to join us at the park to celebrate Canada's Birthday in Nova Scotia as well. Conflict between our activities and many with entertainment, food, and plenty of kid's activities. Meet at the species of wildlife can be minimized with a little knowledge and Cape Breton Regional Municipality Booth. Sponsored by the understanding of local wildlife. This is a great educational event for Westmount Canada Day Committee. No rain date. For further the whole family! Meet at the Emma Tichenor Campers' Centre at information contact Densie Phillippo at [email protected], the park. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. 902-562-7963 or 902-578-5767. Contact Kim at 902-679-6097 or email kimberley.huskins@ novascotia.ca. Wednesday, July 4 • 6 PM to 7:30 PM Get Your Feet Wet – Saturday & Sunday, July 7 & 8 • 12 NOON to 4 PM Tidepool and Rock Adventures Wild About the Ocean William E. deGarthe Memorial Provincial Park, Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Halifax County Colchester County Peggy’s Cove is a fascinating place, with 375 million year old rocks The ocean covers 71% of the earth and is home to over 220,000 that have been shaped by fire and ice, carnivorous plants, and sea identified species. We will explore the array of seashells found in creatures that are survival experts. Climb the granite rocks that have Atlantic Canada and learn about how they prey upon the wealth of inspired artists and geologists, wade in tidepools looking for some life around them. Our display will keep you guessing about the of the secretive organisms that call it home. Discover seaweeds you identity of creatures from the deep. A simple experiment eat every day, and well-adapted marine animals that could grace demonstrates the density of sea water. Make a fun ocean craft for your dinner plate on another day. Join biologist and geologist, $1. Regular park admission fees apply. Sponsored by the NS Martha Grantham of NS Department of Natural Resources, and Department of Natural Resources. For more information email geologist Bob Grantham, on this adventure, and prepare to get your [email protected] or phone 902-758-5316. feet wet!! Dress for the weather, wear sturdy footwear (boots or Sunday, July 8 • 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM water shoes are good for tidal pools), insect repellent, and sunscreen. Please note that you will be climbing over rocks and McNabs Island Summer Heritage Tours uneven ground. Youth (5+ years) must be accompanied by an McNabs & Lawler Islands Provincial Park, adult. Participants must provide their own transportation. Halifax County Meet at the carved granite rock across the road from the Visitor Our popular Friends of McNabs Island Society Heritage Tours are Information Centre. If the weather is uncertain the day of the event back! Learn about the important role the island played as a Mi'kmaq call 902-956-3166 (decision made by 2 PM). First Nations summer encampment, a French fishing station, and as the protector of British North America. Discover what it was like to Saturday, July 7 • 10 AM to 2 PM live on the island during the World Wars and in peacetime. A Getting Started in Birdwatching moderate level walk of 5–20 KM, suitable for all ages. Dress for Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County weather conditions and wear comfortable footwear as some If you want to start bird watching or have started and want some shorelines are rocky. Bring a lunch, drinking water, sunscreen and help, practice, or encouragement, this event is for you. The focus is insect repellent. Meet at A&M Sea Charters, 87 Government Wharf on basic bird identification techniques. We will do an easy walk-a- Road, Eastern Passage by 9:15 AM. Advance REGISTRATION IS bout to find and identify the birds that nest or visit the park during REQUIRED. A second trip will be added based on demand. Register the summer season. During the course of the morning we will also with EVENTBRITE.CA to guarantee your spot. Tickets are $17 cover optical equipment, guide books, and other aids useful to members and children/youth under 16; and $25 non-members to birders. Bring binoculars. Some loaners will be available if you have cover transportation costs. Groups such as clubs, schools, youth none. Bring a lunch and water. Meet at 10 AM at the Park Info Kiosk groups should contact us in advance. Visit our website for details at at the last parking lot. No rain date. Sponsored by Friends of Taylor www.mcnabsislands.ca or www.facebook.com/mcnabsisland. No Head Park Society. Contact Peter at 902-499-4114 or email rain date however this event will be cancelled in the event of heavy [email protected]; or Warren at 902-772-2207 or email rainfall and/or high winds. [email protected]; or visit www.friendsoftaylorhead.com.

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Wednesday, July 11 • 6 PM to 8 PM Saturday & Sunday, July 14 & 15 • 12 NOON to 4 PM Interpretive Paddle Wild About Busting Animal Myths Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Join “The Song of the Paddle” for an after-supper interpretive Colchester County kayaking trip along the shoreline of Ellenwood Park. Becky Cottreau Everyone has heard stories about unusual characteristics of and Deanna Nauss will be your guides as you learn about beautiful animals. Sometimes the most incredible are true! However, there are Lake Ellenwood, the history of the park, and the amazing flora and many myths passed around, about their physical and behavioral fauna found there. Bring your own kayak and equipment or request abilities, that need to be busted. Visit our Centre and play our trivia one of the limited number of boats available, compliments of The game to help clear things up. Regular park admission fees apply. Song of the Paddle. This event is suitable for adults and youth 16+ Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. For more years of age. Pre-registration is required and the number of information email [email protected] or phone 902-758-5316. participants is limited, so book early to avoid disappointment. Please note that if you plan to bring your own kayak, canoe or Sunday, July 15 • 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM paddle board, you are still required to register so that event leaders McNabs Island Summer Heritage Tours will know numbers of participants to expect. We will meet you at the McNabs & Lawler Islands Provincial Park, Day-use Beach. Information regarding what to wear and what items Halifax County to bring with you will be available upon registration. Sponsored by Our popular Friends of McNabs Island Society Heritage Tours are the Song of the Paddle and the NS Department of Natural back! Learn about the important role the island played as a Mi'kmaq Resources. For further information and to register, contact Deanna First Nations summer encampment, a French fishing station, and as at [email protected]. Rain date: Thursday, July 12 from the protector of British North America. Discover what it was like to 6 PM to 8 PM. live on the island during the World Wars and in peacetime. A moderate level walk of 5–20 KM, suitable for all ages. Dress for Friday, July 13 • 5:15 PM to 7:30 PM weather conditions and wear comfortable footwear as some Pennant Point Trail Hike shorelines are rocky. Bring a lunch, drinking water, sunscreen and Crystal Crescent Provincial Park, Halifax County insect repellent. Meet at A&M Sea Charters, 87 Government Wharf Join the Chebucto Hiking Club for a 10 KM hike suitable for all Road, Eastern Passage by 9:15 AM. Advance REGISTRATION IS ages. This moderate to difficult hike is rated 3C — some significant REQUIRED. A second trip will be added based on demand. Register hill or stair climbing, a significant part of the walk takes place on with EVENTBRITE.CA to guarantee your spot. Tickets are $17 somewhat difficult terrain (rocky/rooted paths). Meet at the members and children/youth under 16; and $25 non-members to first parking lot at the park, off Hwy 349. Dress for weather cover transportation costs. Groups such as clubs, schools, youth conditions. Bring water, snacks, and hiking boots or shoes. groups should contact us in advance. For details visit www. For further information contact Donna at 902-497-2553 or visit mcnabsislands.ca or www.facebook.com/mcnabsisland. No rain www.chebuctohikingclub.com. No rain date. date however this event will be cancelled in the event of heavy rainfall and/or high winds. Saturday, July 14 • 7 PM to 9 PM Geological Walk Canada's Parks Day Five Islands Provincial Park, Colchester County July 21, 2018 Join Dr. John Calder, Sr. Geologist, NS Department of Natural Resources and Cliffs of Fundy Geopark on a geological walk to the Saturday, July 21 • 10 AM to 12 NOON Old Wife. Explore one of the most exciting Geo-heritage sites in Nova Scotia and the world. Learn about the break-up of a world Make a Kite Day called Pangea and how the dinosaurs flourished after one of the Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County mass extinctions in the history of life. Meet at the park beach Come celebrate 25 years of Blomidon's annual kite making workshop parking lot. Participants will be stepping in mud and water so wear with us. This event is fun for children of all ages! Materials are appropriate footwear and bring sunscreen, hat, windbreaker, snacks provided. Parental supervision is required. Regular camping fees and water. Bare feet are not recommended for this event. Contact apply. Meet at the Emma Tichenor Campers' Centre located beside the park at 902-254-2980 or email [email protected]. the Comfort Station in the park. Visitors welcome, if you are not (Low tide 8:53 PM, 0.80 m.). This event will take place rain or shine. camping, please park at the Park Office and walk to the Campers' Centre. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Melissa at 902-582-7319, 902-679-6097 or email [email protected].

http://parks.novascotia.ca 47 Saturday, July 21 • 10 AM to 2 PM Saturday, July 21 • 11 AM to 1 PM Duck Day Canada’s Parks Day Celebration Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Five Islands Provincial Park, Colchester County Colchester County Canada's Parks Day is an annual event celebrated in parks and Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) and the Shubenacadie Provincial historic sites across the country. Join us at the Five Islands Wildlife Park present Duck Day! Join us at the Shubenacadie Provincial Park Group Shelter as we celebrate with our annual BBQ. Provincial Wildlife Park for a day of family fun celebrating the Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact partnership between DUC, the wildlife park, and our community of the park at 902-254-2980 or email [email protected]. dedicated supporters. The day will include a FREE BBQ, live entertainment, face painting, crafts, nest box building, critter Saturday, July 21 • 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM dipping and more. Regular park admission fees apply. For more Forest Fire Fighting with Smokey Bear information contact us at 902-758-4541, or [email protected]. Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County Meet Smokey Bear and Nova Scotia forest fire fighters. Get a look Saturday, July 21 • 10 AM to 3 PM at a forest fire truck and all the fire equipment that is used to Experience Our Outdoors! keep Smokey and his wildlife friends safe in their forest homes. Dollar Lake Provincial Park, Halifax County Meet at the Emma Tichenor Campers’ Centre. Sponsored by Join members of the Halifax Wildlife Association for a day of the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Jordan at outdoor activities. There will be demonstrations of fly-tying, fly 902-679-6097 or email [email protected]. casting, wildlife displays, reading maps, using a compass and GPS. There will also be games for younger participants and experienced Saturday, July 21 • Time TBA adult archers will conduct an archery range. We will meet in the Canada’s Parks Day Celebration boat launch area at the Halifax Wildlife Association booth. Water Porters Lake Provincial Park, Halifax County will be offered to event visitors. Please wear comfortable clothing Join staff at Porters Lake for an afternoon of family fun for all ages and dress for weather conditions. There is no rain date. For more including prizes and games for families and children. Join NS information contact Mike at [email protected] or Department of Fisheries & Aquaculture staff for a special Learn to phone 902-830-4310 or 902-434-1925. Fish program. Space is limited to 30, pre-registration is required. Please register at the Registration Kiosk at the park. Hot dogs and Saturday, July 21 • 10 AM to 4 PM cake will be available for all. This event will be held rain or shine so Paddling Basics please dress for weather conditions. Meet at the Registration Kiosk. Dollar Lake Provincial Park, Halifax County Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. For more Canoe Kayak Nova Scotia will instruct individuals and families in information, contact Porters Lake Park at 902-827-5488. paddling basics for canoes and kayaks. All gear provided on a first come, first served basis. This is a fun, easy paddling event for all Saturday, July 21 • 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM ages within a controlled area, with at least one safety boat present. Cape “Blow-Me-Down”–What’s in a Name Mandatory wearing of PFD's (Personal Flotation Device) required, Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County and waivers must be signed. Dress appropriately for weather Join us for an evening of stories and history all about Cape conditions. Wear shoes that you don't mind getting wet, but no Blomidon. Accompanied by old photos, paintings and artifacts, we rubber boots or hip waders please. Bring sunscreen, insect will learn about the rich past that makes Cape Blomidon and Cape repellent, hat and sunglasses. Meet near the boat launch. Split such important landmarks for people of all cultures and There is no rain date. Contact Brian at 902-673-2917, or email traditions that have lived and/or explored around the Minas Basin. [email protected] or visit www.ckns.ca for more Hear about the adventures of Kluskap, the voyages of Champlain, information. and the Battle of Blomidon. There will be something to pique the interest of anyone with an open mind, a love of learning, or an Saturday, July 21 • 11 AM to 1 PM appreciation of folklore, art, photography and science. Meet at the Scavenger Hunt & BBQ Emma Tichenor Campers' Centre near the Comfort Station. All ages Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County welcome. Adult supervision for children required. Picnic tables Come out and join us for a scavenger hunt and BBQ. Scavenger will be provided for seating or you may bring a camp chair. hunt starts at 11 AM and BBQ will be at noon. Meet at the Campers Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Beach by the playground. Pre-registration is required. Bring water Lucas at 902-582-7319, 902-679-6097 or email blomidonpark@ and sunscreen. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural novascotia.ca. Resources. For further information and to pre-register contact Deanna Nauss at [email protected].

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Sunday, July 22 • 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM Wednesday, July 25 • 1 PM to 5 PM McNabs Island Summer Heritage Tours NS Lifesaving Sport Series McNabs & Lawler Islands Provincial Park, Point Michaud Beach Provincial Park, Halifax County Richmond County Our popular Friends of McNabs Island Society Heritage Tours are Lifeguards from across Nova Scotia will be competing in various back! Learn about the important role the island played as a Mi'kmaq Lifesaving Sport Events. The competition includes swimming, First Nations summer encampment, a French fishing station, and as running, surf craft, and rescue events. Pre-registration is required the protector of British North America. Discover what it was like to with a registration fee of $10/person. Sponsored by the Nova Scotia live on the island during the World Wars and in peacetime. A Lifeguard Service. No rain date. To pre-register contact Paul at moderate level walk of 5–20 KM, suitable for all ages. Dress for 902-477-6155 or 902-477-6203 or email [email protected] or weather conditions and wear comfortable footwear as some visit www.nsls.ns.ca. shorelines are rocky. Bring a lunch, drinking water, sunscreen and insect repellent. Meet at A&M Sea Charters, 87 Government Wharf Friday, July 27 • 9 PM to 10:30 PM Road, Eastern Passage by 9:15 AM. Advance REGISTRATION IS Moonlight Night Tour REQUIRED. A second trip will be added based on demand. Register Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, with EVENTBRITE.CA. Tickets are $17 members and children/youth Colchester County under 16; and $25 non-members. Groups (clubs, schools, youth Join us in an easy, nighttime guided walk of the Shubenacadie groups) should contact us in advance. Visit www.mcnabsislands.ca or Provincial Wildlife Park. Get a nocturnal view of the park and its www.facebook.com/mcnabsisland for details. No rain date however this inhabitants. The fee is $6 per person. Cash only. This event is event will be cancelled in the event of heavy rainfall and/or high winds. recommended for ages 12 and up. Dress for weather conditions and wear good walking/hiking shoes. Bring flashlights, insect repellant, and Sunday, July 22 • 10 AM to 12:30 PM water. Pre-registration required. You must receive confirmation from Canada’s Parks Day Walk & Potluck Picnic the park in order to attend this event. Sponsored by the NS Department Graves Island Provincial Park, Lunenburg County of Natural Resources. For more information or to pre-register email Join the Dartmouth Volksmarch Club for a walk of the Park's trails [email protected] or phone 902-758-5316. and/or walk of historic Chester. Adults only. The moderate 10 KM walk to Chester begins at 10 AM; easy 5 KM walk of the park begins Saturday, July 28 • 1 PM to 3:30 PM at 11 AM. Potluck to follow at 12:30 PM at the park. Please bring a Hike the “Back 40” contribution. Registration opens at 9:30 AM for the 10 AM walk. Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County $2/person fee (collected at registration). Dress for weather Join Elizabeth Balser for a 2.5 hour hike on a loop trail that includes conditions and wear hiking boots, hiking shoes or runners suitable parts of the Jodrey, Look-Off and Woodland Trails - an interesting for walking on light pebbles and sandy soil. Bring water, snacks, hike with lots to see. Everyone is welcome but children should be 6 sunscreen, hat and insect repellent. Meet in the picnic area facing years or older as this is a moderate level hike over varied terrain with east in the park for both walks. For more information contact a fair amount of climbing involved. There are several scenic view Margaret at 902-454-9280 or Brenda at 902-444-0649. spots along the way. Bring along your camera/binoculars if you have them. Participants are asked to meet at the Campground Host site Sunday, July 22 • 10 AM to 3 PM at 1 PM. This event will be cancelled if it is very wet and rainy. Natural History Walk: Contact the park at 902-582-7319 or email blomidonpark@ Wildflowers, Wildlife & Geology novascotia.ca. Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Hike along the Headland and Spry Bay Trails and identify plants and wildlife of the seashore, barren headland, and wetlands. Examine some of the Park’s fascinating geological features as we traverse one of Nova Scotia’s most prominent coastal headlands. Hike is about five hours long and the trail is challenging in places. Dress for weather conditions and wear sturdy footwear. Bring a lunch, water, binoculars, sunscreen and insect repellant. Meet at 10 AM at the Park Info Kiosk at the last parking lot. No rain date. Sponsored by the Friends of Taylor Head Park Society. Contact Peter at 902-499-4114 or email [email protected]; or Warren at 902-772-2207 or email [email protected]; or visit www.friendsoftaylorhead.com.

http://parks.novascotia.ca 49 Saturday, July 28 • 8 PM to 9 PM AUGUST Bug Walk & Talk Five Islands Provincial Park, Colchester County Saturday, August 4 • 9 AM to 2 PM Join NS Natural Resources Forest Health Specialist, Jeffrey Ogden, NS Bird Society: Mid-summer for an evening with the insects. Bring your flashlight and we will Birdwatching Walk explore the local night (bug) life. Meet at the Five Islands Provincial Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Park Group Site. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural This will be a joint trip with the Friends of Taylor Head and the Nova Resources. Contact the park at 902-254-2980 or email carol. Scotia Bird Society, and it will be offered in two stages. In the [email protected]. morning, we walk the moderate level Spry Bay Trail and in the afternoon, there is the option of continuing on the more challenging Sunday, July 29 • 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM trail to the headland. At Powers Pond, we will look for nesting and McNabs Island Summer Heritage Tours brooding Common Terns, Cormorants, Eiders, Willets, and Spotted McNabs & Lawler Islands Provincial Park, Sandpipers. Migrating Whimbrels and other waders may also be Halifax County seen here, at the headland, and elsewhere along the Headland Trail. Our popular Friends of McNabs Island Society Heritage Tours are Bring a hearty lunch and water. Terrain is rugged so sturdy footwear back! Learn about the important role the island played as a Mi'kmaq is recommended. Dress for weather conditions. Meet at 9 AM at the First Nations summer encampment, a French fishing station, and as Park Info Kiosk at the last parking lot. No rain date. Contact Jim at the protector of British North America. Discover what it was like to 902-885-2970 or email [email protected]; or Warren live on the island during the World Wars and in peacetime. A at 902-772-2207 or email [email protected]; or visit moderate level walk of 5–20 KM, suitable for all ages. Dress for www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. weather conditions and wear comfortable footwear as some shorelines are rocky. Bring a lunch, drinking water, sunscreen and Saturday, August 4 • 10 AM to 11 AM insect repellent. Meet at A&M Sea Charters, 87 Government Wildflower Walk Wharf Road, Eastern Passage by 9:15 AM. Advance REGISTRATION Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County IS REQUIRED. A second trip will be added based on demand. Blomidon Provincial Park has many interesting wildflowers and Register with EVENTBRITE.CA to guarantee your spot. Tickets shrubs. We will visit several areas in the park to look at some of are $17 members and children/youth under 16; and $25 non- these plants. This will be a relaxing walk that will take approximately members. Groups (clubs, schools, youth groups) should contact us 1 hour to complete. Everyone is welcome. If you have a wildflower or in advance. Visit our website for details at www.mcnabsislands.ca or tree/shrub book, bring it along. Participants are asked to meet Liz www.facebook.com/mcnabsisland. No rain date however this event Balser at the Campground Host Site at 10 AM. This walk will be will be cancelled in the event of heavy rainfall and/or high winds. cancelled if it is very wet and rainy. For more information, contact the park at 902-582-7319 or email [email protected]. Sunday, July 29 • 10 AM to 12:30 PM Pennant Point Trail Walk Saturday, August 4 • 1 PM to 5 PM Crystal Crescent Provincial Park, Halifax County Maritime Surf Lifesaving Championship Join the Dartmouth Volksmarch Club for an easy to moderate 6 KM Martinique Beach Provincial Park, or moderate 11/12 KM walk of this coastal trail observing birds and Lifeguards from across the Maritime Provinces will be competing in geological features. Adults only. Registration for this event will open various Lifesaving Sport Events. The competition includes at 9:30 AM and the walk will begin at 10 AM. There is a $2/person swimming, running, rescue and surf craft events. Sponsored by the fee which will be collected at registration. Dress for weather Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service. Pre-registration is required with a conditions and wear hiking boots or hiking shoes. Bring water, registration fee of $10/person. To pre-register contact Paul at snacks, sunscreen, hat and insect repellent. Meet in the park's parking 902-477-6155, 902-477-6203 or email [email protected] or lot at 223 Sambro Creek Road. For more information contact Stephen visit www.nsls.ns.ca. (11/12 KM) at 902-423-0760 or Lionel (6 KM) at 902-466-4421.

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Saturday & Sunday, August 4 & 5 • 12 NOON to 4 PM Saturday, August 11 • 10 AM to 11:30 AM Wild About Biodiversity Folklore in the Fog Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County Colchester County Enjoy a walk and learn about the rich past of Cape Blomidon. Take a This wild weekend we are going wild about ecosystem biodiversity. stroll through the park and ponder the history and legends that are Join us at the Shubenacadie Wildlife Park to better understand linked to this profound geological form. Hear fascinating stories biodiversity. Three main components of biodiversity are ecosystem, about the Battle of Blomidon, the curse of the Amythest, and the species, and genetic diversity. If you think biodiversity is puzzling, adventures of Kluskap. See the old farms, spectacular view and then come and put the biodiversity puzzle together to help relate the stunning geology visiting places that hold special meaning and connection with all components of an ecosystem. Make a fun craft hidden history. Bring water, hat, sunscreen, sturdy footwear, an open to take home for $1. Regular park admission fees apply. Sponsored mind and a love of nature and history. Campers and non- campers by the NS Department of Natural Resources. For more information of all ages are welcome. Pets on leash are welcome. No fee but email [email protected] or phone 902-758-5316. regular camping fees will apply. We will meet at the Park Office. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Sunday, August 5 • 1 PM to 4 PM Lucas at 902-582-7319, or email [email protected]. Maritime Lifeguard Challenge Martinique Beach Provincial Park, Halifax County Saturday, August 11 • 10 AM to 4 PM The Canadian Lifeguard Challenge is a competition for high NS Junior Lifeguard Games performance Lifesaving Sport athletes. It is hosted and sanctioned Rissers Beach Provincial Park, Lunenburg County by the Lifesaving Society Nova Scotia Branch. The Maritime Junior Lifeguards from across Nova Scotia will be competing in Lifeguard Challenge is a long-distance event consisting of four various Lifesaving Sport Events. The competition includes disciplines: surf ski, swimming, paddle boarding and running. All swimming, running, rescue and surf craft events. Pre-registration is participants must be approved by the Race Manager. For more required with a registration fee of $10/person. Sponsored by the information visit www.nsls.ns.ca. Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service. To pre-register contact Paul at 902-477-6155; 902-477-6203; email [email protected]; Friday, August 10 • 5:15 PM to 7:30 PM or visit www.nsls.ns.ca. Bisset Lake & Cole Harbour Park Trail Hike Cole Harbour-Lawrencetown Coastal Heritage Park Saturday, August 11 • 11 AM to 3 PM System, Halifax County Wild About Reptiles– Join the Chebucto Hiking Club for a 10 KM hike suitable for all ages. With the Maritime Reptile Zoo This moderate hike is rated 2B – some moderate hill or stair climbing, Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, a significant part of the walk take place on well-groomed trails with Colchester County very little more difficult terrain. Meet at the Bissett Lake Park parking Come to the Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park to get up close lot, just past 338 Colby Drive. Dress for weather conditions. Bring and personal with some incredible reptiles from the Maritime water, snacks, and hiking boots or shoes. For more information contact Reptile Zoo, as they embark on a slithery and scaly journey! By Sharon at 902-463-6412 or visit www.chebuctohikingclub.com. combining entertainment, education, and live animals, they hope to dispel myths, alleviate fears, and give the public a chance to Friday to Sunday, August 10 to 12 experience some of the world's most misunderstood creatures. • 4 PM Friday to 12 NOON Sunday Get ready to learn about some of the reptiles and amphibians from Nova East Astronomy Star Party all four corners of the world, as well as those found right here Smileys Provincial Park, Hants County in the Maritimes! Reptile Show Times: 11 AM to 12 NOON; 12:30 PM This is the annual camping and observing weekend for the Halifax to 1:30 PM; 2 PM to 3 PM. Regular park admission fees apply. Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. There will be Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. For various sessions throughout the day on how to use a telescope, more information email [email protected] or phone astrophotography, as well as talks by guest speakers. In the evening, 902-758-5316. there will be observing sessions scheduled with the public invited until 12 midnight (weather permitting). Please check at the reception building for information on free public sessions/talks and viewing. Pre-registration is required and participation fees will be collected ($30/family) for those wishing to take part in door prizes and a BBQ. Please note that regular camping fees also apply. For more information see http://halifax.rasc.ca/ne/ and to pre-register contact Paul at 902-242-2481 or [email protected]. http://parks.novascotia.ca 51 Saturday, August 11 • 6 PM to 8 PM Friday to Sunday, August 17 to 19 Tidal Pool Exploration • Noon Friday to Noon Sunday Five Islands Provincial Park, Colchester County Shelburne Kayak Festival Join Zoologist Andrew Hebda and Biologist Gwyneth Jones for an The Islands Provincial Park, Shelburne County evening walk beyond the Old Wife and investigate the variety of life Join us for the 7th annual Shelburne Kayak Festival. Our waters are found in our tidal pools. Participants will be stepping in mud and paddle perfect! This festival is a weekend full of fun paddling events water so wear appropriate footwear and bring sunscreen, hat, for all levels of paddlers. The Festival will include kayak workshops, windbreaker, snacks and water. Bare feet are not recommended for clinics, certifications, guided paddles, social events and more. this event. Meet at the park beach park lot. Sponsored by the NS Participants are also required to bring a kayak and safety gear. This Department of Natural Resources. Contact the park at 902-254-2980 event is suitable for adults and youth 16+ years of age. Pre- or email [email protected]. (Low tide 7:47 PM; 0.855 m) registration is required. Please note that regular camping fees apply. Visit our website for all festival details including schedules, fees, Sunday, August 12 • 9 AM to 4 PM and kayak rental information at www.shelburnekayakfestival.ca. 40TH Clam Harbour Beach Sponsored by the Shelburne Kayak Festival Committee. For more Sandcastle Competition information contact Gail at [email protected]. Clam Harbour Provincial Park, Halifax County Saturday, August 18 • 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM The sandcastle and sand sculpturing contest attracts over 10,000 people every year to the Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia. There are Interpretive Walk of the Rocks and Landforms cash prizes for various categories, live music, vendors, First Aid of Five Islands Provincial Park personnel and provincial lifeguards on site. There is an on-site bus Five Islands Provincial Park, Colchester County shuttle service to transport people to and from the beach after the Five Islands Provincial Park preserves rocks from the age of park opens at 9 AM. Bring a positive attitude and your sand building dinosaurs and the last major climate change. Join Dr. Howard tools and skills. Please note there is a fee of $5 for adult groups to Donohoe, a retired DNR geologist, as he interprets the 200 million participate in the competition and no fee for children or youth. The year history of Five Islands Park, from the age of dinosaurs to the Registration tent will be available onsite as soon as you step onto last period of glaciation (major climate change) to the present day. the beach. This event is rain or shine. Bring sunscreen, sun hat, This was truly a land of contrasts 190 million years ago – gangs of sunglasses insect repellent, water, snacks, and appropriate beach dinosaurs, floods of basalt, floods of water, and deserts. And during attire. Sponsored by Halifax Regional Municipality. For more the last glaciation there was more than 1 KM of ice. Come hear how information call Paul at 902-490-6979; 902-490-4922; email dinosaurs lived and how glaciers changed the land. The walk is [email protected]; visit www.clamharboursandcastle.ca; about two hours across generally flat sandy areas. Some of the rock Facebook: /hrmcivicevents or Twitter:@hfxcivicevents. outcrops are slippery with moss or sea weed. Dress for weather conditions and wear comfortable shoes; no flip-flops please. Bring Sunday, August 12 • 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM sunscreen, a hat, wind breaker and water. The walk is designed for McNabs Island Summer Heritage Tours all ages with no previous experience with rocks. This event will McNabs & Lawler Islands Provincial Park, Halifax County proceed rain or shine. Meet at the day-use beach at the park near Our popular Friends of McNabs Island Society Heritage Tours are the change houses. Sponsored by the Fundy Geological Museum. back! Learn about the important role the island played as a Mi'kmaq Contact Howard at 902-223-4544 or [email protected]. First Nations summer encampment, a French fishing station, and as (Low tide 1:22 PM; 2.07 m) the protector of British North America. Discover what it was like to live on the island during the World Wars and in peacetime. A Saturday & Sunday, August 18 & 19 moderate level walk of 5–20 KM, suitable for all ages. Dress for • 12 NOON to 4 PM weather conditions and wear comfortable footwear as some Wild About Bees shorelines are rocky. Bring a lunch, drinking water, sunscreen and Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, insect repellent. Meet at A&M Sea Charters, 87 Government Wharf Colchester County Road, Eastern Passage by 9:15 AM. Advance REGISTRATION IS This wild weekend we are going wild about Bees. Join us at the REQUIRED. A second trip will be added based on demand. Register Shubenacadie Wildlife Park to explore the lives of these tiny workers. with EVENTBRITE.CA. Tickets are $17 members and children/youth Check out our active beehive and see if you can spot the queen. Enjoy under 16; and $25 non-members. Groups (clubs, schools, youth a sweet taste test of some delicious local honey. Make a fun craft to groups) should contact us in advance. Visit www.mcnabsislands.ca take home for $1. Regular park admission fees apply. Sponsored by or www.facebook.com/mcnabsisland for details. No rain date the NS Department of Natural Resources. For more information email however this event will be cancelled in the event of heavy rainfall [email protected] or phone 902-758-5316. and/or high winds.

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Sunday, August 19 • 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM Saturday, August 25 • 9 PM to 11 PM McNabs Island Summer Heritage Tours Night Walk: After Dark Sights and Sounds McNabs & Lawler Islands Provincial Park, Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Halifax County The cloak of darkness reveals natural wonders that are known to Our popular Friends of McNabs Island Society Heritage Tours are few. Explore the shoreline, nearby woods, and old homestead fields back! Learn about the important role the island played as a Mi'kmaq to experience how our park sleeps. There is a lot to hear and see as First Nations summer encampment, a French fishing station, and as our ears tune into night sounds and our natural night vision the protector of British North America. Discover what it was like to mechanism adjusts. We will use flashlights sparingly as safety live on the island during the World Wars and in peacetime. A warrants, but our route is easily travelled safely using natural light moderate level walk of 5–20 KM, suitable for all ages. Dress for only. Bring your own flashlights or headlamps. This is a perfect weather conditions and wear comfortable footwear as some event for families. Meet at 9 PM at the Park Info Kiosk at the last shorelines are rocky. Bring a lunch, drinking water, sunscreen and parking lot. No rain date. Contact Warren at 902-772-2207 or email insect repellent. Meet at A&M Sea Charters, 87 Government Wharf [email protected]; or Maria at 902-818-5734 or email Road, Eastern Passage by 9:15 AM. Advance REGISTRATION IS [email protected]; or visit www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. REQUIRED. A second trip will be added based on demand. Register with EVENTBRITE.CA. Tickets are $17 members and children/youth under 16; and $25 non-members. Groups (clubs, schools, youth SEPTEMBER groups) should contact us in advance. Visit www.mcnabsislands.ca Saturday & Sunday, September 1 & 2 • 12 NOON to 4 PM or www.facebook.com/mcnabsisland for details. No rain date Wild About Owls however this event will be cancelled in the event of heavy rainfall and/or high winds. Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Colchester County Join us at the Shubenacadie Wildlife Park to explore these amazing Saturday, August 25 • 10:45 AM to 3 PM predators. Learn about their incredible adaptations of silent flight, Blomidon Trail Hike binaural hearing and night vision. Make a fun craft to take home for Blomidon Provincial Park, Kings County $1 or dissect an owl pellet for $3. Regular park admission fees Join the Chebucto Hiking Club for a moderate to difficult 13 KM hike apply. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. For more at Blomidon Provincial Park. This hike is suitable for adults only and information email [email protected] or phone 902-758-5316. is rated 4C – a significant part of the walk takes place on somewhat Saturday, September 8 • 9:45 AM to 2 PM difficult terrain. We will meet at the Blomidon Provincial Park lower Pennant Point Spine Trail Hike parking lot. Take Exit 11 off Hwy 101, follow route 358 to Canning and Blomidon Provincial Park. Dress for weather conditions and Crystal Crescent Provincial Park, Halifax County bring lunch, lots of water, snacks and hiking boots or shoes. Contact Join the Chebucto Hiking Club for a 13 KM hike suitable for adults only. Nancy at 902-835-5868, or visit www.chebuctohikingclub.com for This moderate to difficult hike is rated 3C—some significant hill or stair more details. climbing, a significant part of the walk takes place on somewhat difficult terrain (rock/rooted paths) and will take approximately 3–4 Saturday, August 25 • 8:30 PM to 10 PM hours to complete. We will meet at the Trail Head, 2nd parking lot at the Moonlight Night Tour park, 223 Sambro Creek Road, Hwy 349. Dress for weather conditions Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, and wear hiking boots or shoes. Bring lunch, lots of water, snack, Colchester County sunscreen and insect repellent. For more information contact Kathleen Join us in an easy, nighttime guided walk of the Shubenacadie at 902-407-6065 or visit www.chebuctohikingclub.com for details. Provincial Wildlife Park. Get a nocturnal view of the park and its Saturday, September 15 • 2 PM to 4 PM inhabitants. The fee is $6 per person. Cash only. This event is recommended for ages 12 and up. Dress for weather conditions and Campfire Stories wear good walking/hiking shoes. Bring flashlights, insect repellant, Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County and water. Pre-registration is required. You must receive Join the Friends of Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park for a classic confirmation from the park in order to attend this event. Sponsored bonfire down by the lake. There will be fireside tales and local lore. by the NS Department of Natural Resources. For more information Bring a story of your own to share! Toasting forks and marshmallows or to pre-register email [email protected] or phone provided. Meet at the ski cabin. The fire pit is an easy 1.5 KM walk 902-758-5316. from the park gate, right in front of the ski cabin. Dress for the outdoors. Fun event for the whole family. Assistance may be arranged for those with mobility issues. Event is weather dependent. Check the website before heading out. For more information contact Chris at 902-881-2658 or visit www.friendsofellenwoodpark.ca. http://parks.novascotia.ca 53 Saturday, September 22 • 10 AM to 3 PM Saturday, October 6 • 2 PM to 4 PM Birdwatching: Fall Migrants Campfire Stories Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County On this outing we will walk the Spry Bay Trail and Headland Trail. It Join the Friends of Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park for a classic should be a good opportunity to see and photograph migrating bonfire down by the lake. There will be fireside tales and local lore. wading birds, Blackpoll Warblers, Black-backed Woodpeckers, and Bring a story of your own to share! Toasting forks and Common Yellowthroats. You will encounter rugged terrain on this 5 marshmallows provided. Meet at the ski cabin. The fire pit is an easy hour walk, so wear hiking boots or other sturdy footwear. Dress for 1.5 KM walk from the park gate, right in front of the ski cabin. Dress weather conditions. Bring a lunch, water, binoculars, sunscreen and for the outdoors. Fun event for the whole family. Assistance may be insect repellent. Meet at 10 AM at the Park Info Kiosk at the last arranged for those with mobility issues. Event is weather dependent. parking lot. No rain date. Sponsored by Friends of Taylor Head Park Check the website before heading out. For more information contact Society. Contact Jim at 902-885-2970 or email jim.cameron@ns. Chris at 902-881-2658 or visit www.friendsofellenwoodpark.ca. sympatico.ca; or Warren at 902-772-2207 or email rosalieeast@ns. sympatico.ca; or visit www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. Saturday, October 6 • Time TBA Pumpkin Carving Saturday, September 22 • 8 PM to 9:30 PM Porters Lake Provincial Park, Halifax County Night Tour Participants will have the opportunity to both have fun and express Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, themselves creatively by carving/decorating pumpkins. No Colchester County restrictions on the theme of entries, however they must be family Have you ever walked in the forest at night? Join us in an easy, friendly. Pumpkins will be provided. Participants must bring their guided moonlight walk of the Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park. own carving tools and/or decorations, snacks, and water. Dress for Get a nocturnal view of the park and its inhabitants. The fee is $6 weather conditions. Meet at the green space by the gatehouse at the per person. Cash only. This event is recommended for ages 8 and entrance to the park. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural up. Dress for weather conditions and wear good walking/hiking Resources. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register contact the shoes. Bring flashlights, insect repellant, and water. Pre-registration Park at 902-827-5488 or [email protected]. Rain required. You must receive confirmation from the park to attend this date: Sunday, October 7. Time to be determined. event. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. For more information or to pre-register email legacycentre@novascotia. Saturday, October 6 • Time TBA ca or phone 902-758-5316. Pumpkin Carving Dollar Lake Provincial Park, Halifax County Participants will have the opportunity to both have fun and express OCTOBER themselves creatively by carving/decorating pumpkins. No Date TBA • 10 AM to 3 PM restrictions on the theme of entries, however they must be family Magic, Mysterious Mushrooms friendly. Pumpkins will be provided. Participants must bring their own carving tools and/or decorations, snacks, and water. Dress for Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County weather conditions. Meet at the Boat Launch at the park. Sponsored Forests would not grow without them. Orchids wouldn’t bloom by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Pre-registration is without them, and some even glow in the dark. Throughout history, required. To pre-register contact the Park at 902-384-2770; mushrooms have been regarded with fear and fascination. Learn the 902-568-0131; or email [email protected]. Rain date: facts about what is edible and what is poisonous, and where (and Sunday, October 7. Time to be determined. when) to find them. Discover how mushrooms (fungi) are absolutely essential to our well- being. Dr. Scott Cunningham has a doctorate in Saturday, October 6 • 7 PM to 9 PM molecular biology and his specialty is the mushroom flora of the Annual Halloween Spooktacular region. The trail is rough, so wear appropriate footwear. Dress for Thomas Raddall Provincial Park, Queens County weather conditions. Bring water and a trail lunch. Meet at 10 AM at Trick or treaters, young and old, join us for our closing weekend and the Park Info Kiosk at the last parking lot. No rain date. Sponsored 14th annual Halloween weekend featuring the campsite decorating by Friends of Taylor Head Park Society. Contact Warren at and pumpkin carving contests. Bring your Halloween decorations 902-772-2207 or email [email protected]; or visit and pumpkins to carve. Don't forget about candy for the little trick or www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. treaters! Stop by the Campground Host Site to cast our vote for best pumpkin and best decorated campsite. Regular camping fees apply. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact the park at 902-683-2664 or email [email protected].

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Friday, October 12 • 7 PM to 8:30 PM Saturday, October 27 • 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM Family Night Tour Wild About Halloween Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park, Colchester County Colchester County Have you ever walked in the forest at night? Join us in an easy, Come to the park for tricks and treats, where the animals can see guided moonlight walk of the Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park. your Halloween costumes. Surprise our wildlife with your outfits and Get a nocturnal view of the park and its inhabitants. The fee is $6 we will have some surprises for you. Regular park admission fees per person. Cash only. This event is recommended for all ages. apply. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Dress for weather conditions and wear good walking/hiking shoes. For more information email [email protected] or phone Bring flashlights, insect repellant, and water. Pre-registration 902-758-5316. required. You must receive confirmation from the park to attend this event. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. For more information or to pre-register email legacycentre@ NOVEMBER novascotia.ca or phone 902-758-5316. Saturday, November 3 • 10 AM to 2 PM Sunday, October 14 • 9:30 AM to 5 PM Late Season Guided Hike McNabs Island Fall Foliage Tours Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County McNabs & Lawler Islands Provincial Park, Late autumn is a special time to experience the natural wonders of Halifax County Taylor Head Park. The air is fresh, cool, and clear. There are no biting Join the Friends of McNabs Island Society to see the island in its insects, and lots of elbow room on the trails. Join us for a walk on autumn splendor and to participate in guided history and nature the Bull Beach Trail and the Bob Bluff Trail to Psyche Cove Beach tours. Hikes vary from 5 KM to 20 KM in length and are suitable for (Taylor Head Beach). Our walk continues along the beach to Powers all ages. Dress for weather conditions and wear comfortable Pond and the beginning of the Spry Bay Trail, then back to the main footwear as some shorelines are rocky. Bring a lunch, drinking water, parking lot to finish off. Participants will have the option of a shuttle and sunscreen. Meet at Murphy's Cable Wharf on the Halifax back to the Bull Beach parking lot, or you may choose to walk the Waterfront before 9:30 AM. Transportation with A&M Sea Charters Park Road back to your car. Hiking on exposed coastline in from Eastern Passage also provided. Space on the boats is limited November can be cool and damp, so good boots and seasonally so everyone MUST REGISTER with EVENTBRITE.CA to guarantee appropriate clothing is recommended. This walk is considered a your spot. Tickets must be purchased in advance ($17 members and moderate level of difficulty with easy sections. Bring snacks, lunch, children/youth under 16; $25 non-members to cover transportation and water. Meet at 10 AM at the Bull Beach parking lot. No rain date. costs). Groups such as clubs, schools, youth groups should contact Sponsored by Friends of Taylor Head Park Society. Contact Peter at us in advance. For more information, contact Cathy at 902-434- 902-499-4114 or email [email protected]; or Warren at 2254; Faye at 902-443-1749; email [email protected] or visit 902-772-2207 or email [email protected]; or visit www.mcnabsislands.ca or www.facebook.com/mcnabsisland for www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. more details. Rain date: Sunday, October 21 from 9:30 AM to 5 PM. Saturday, November 10 • 2 PM to 4 PM Wednesday, October 24 • 7 PM to 9 PM Campfire Stories Moonlight Hikes Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County Join the Friends of Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park for a classic Hiking or snowshoeing at Ellenwood Lake by the light of a full moon bonfire down by the lake. There will be fireside tales and local lore. is magical! Join other enthusiasts for an astronomical experience Feel free to bring a story of your own to share! Toasting forks and you’re sure to remember. Meet at 7 PM at the main gate and dress marshmallows will be provided. Meet at the ski cabin. The fire pit is for the weather. Bring a flashlight just in case! Feel free to wear your an easy 1.5 KM walk from the park gate, right in front of the ski snowshoes if there’s snow or borrow a pair of ours. Sponsored by cabin. Dress for the outdoors. This is a fun event for the whole Friends of Ellenwood Lake Park. This event is weather dependent so family. Assistance may be arranged for those with mobility issues. check our website at www.friendsofellenwoodpark.ca or find us on This event is weather dependent so check the website for updates Facebook for updates and details before heading out. For more and details before heading out. For more information contact Chris information contact Chris at 902-881-2658. at 902-881-2658 or visit www.friendsofellenwoodpark.ca.

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Friday, November 23 • 7 PM to 9 PM Friday, December 14 • 7:30 AM to 5 PM Moonlight Hikes Christmas Bird Count Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Hiking or snowshoeing at Ellenwood Lake by the light of a full moon The Nova Scotia Sheet Harbour Christmas Bird Count is one of is magical! Join other enthusiasts for an astronomical experience about 30 counts that take place around the province. The count area you’re sure to remember. Meet at 7 PM at the main gate and dress extends in a circle around Taylor Head Park and from Tangier to for the weather. Bring a flashlight just in case! Feel free to wear your Sober Island. All the trails in the park are covered. Teams composed snowshoes if there’s snow or borrow a pair of ours. Sponsored by of 2-4 counters are assigned an area to count. Birders will meet later Friends of Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park. This event is weather in the day back at the Spry Bay Community Hall to sum up the count dependent so check our website at www.friendsofellenwoodpark.ca and a delicious hot meal will be available. These bird counts are or find us on Facebook for updates and details before heading out. sponsored by the National Audubon Society, Bird Studies of Canada, For more information contact Chris at 902-881-2658. NS Bird Society, and the Friends of Taylor Head Park. NOTE: Please notify Jim or Warren if you plan to attend. Meet at the Spry Bay Sunday, November 25 • 10 AM to 3 PM Community Hall (opens at 7:30 AM) No rain date. Contact Jim at Birdwatching: Winter Birds 902-885-2970 or email [email protected]; or Warren Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County at 902-772-2207 or email [email protected]; or visit On this leisurely walk along the spectacular Headland Trail, we focus www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. on birds that typically overwinter along our coastline. We expect to see lots of Eiders, Grebes, Scoters, Dovekies, Guillemots, Mergansers, Harlequin Ducks, Long–tailed Ducks, and Purple JANUARY 2019 Sandpipers. Hiking on exposed coastline in late November can be Monday, January 21 • 7 PM to 9 PM challenging, so waterproof boots and seasonally appropriate Moonlight Hikes clothing is recommended. Bring snacks, lunch, and a hot drink. All Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County birders and nature lovers are welcome. Meet at 10 AM at the Park Info Kiosk at the last parking lot. No rain date. Sponsored by Friends Hiking or snowshoeing at Ellenwood Lake by the light of a full moon of Taylor Head Park Society. Contact Jim at 902-885-2970 or email is magical! Join other enthusiasts for an astronomical experience [email protected]; or Warren at 902-772-2207 or email you’re sure to remember. Meet at 7 PM at the main gate and dress [email protected]; or visit www.friendsoftaylorhead.com. for the weather. Bring a flashlight just in case! Feel free to wear your snowshoes if there’s snow or borrow a pair of ours. Sponsored by Friends of Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park. This event is weather DECEMBER dependent so check our website at www.friendsofellenwoodpark.ca or find us on Facebook for updates and details before heading out. Saturday, December 1 • 10 AM to 2 PM For more information contact Chris at 902-881-2658. Late Season Guided Hike Taylor Head Provincial Park, Halifax County Late autumn is a special time to experience Taylor Head Park. The FEBRUARY 2019 air is fresh, cool, and clear. There are no biting insects, and lots of Tuesday, February 19 • 7 PM to 9 PM elbow room on the trails. Join us for a walk on the Bull Beach Trail Moonlight Hikes and the Bob Bluff Trail to Psyche Cove Beach (Taylor Head Beach). Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park, Yarmouth County Our walk continues along the beach to Powers Pond and the beginning of the Spry Bay Trail, then back to the main parking lot to Hiking or snowshoeing at Ellenwood Lake by the light of a full moon finish off. Participants will have the option of a shuttle back to the is magical! Join other enthusiasts for an astronomical experience Bull Beach parking lot, or you may choose to walk the Park Road you’re sure to remember. Meet at 7 PM at the main gate and dress back to your car. Hiking on exposed coastline in December can be for the weather. Bring a flashlight just in case! Feel free to wear your challenging, so good boots and seasonally appropriate clothing is snowshoes if there’s snow or borrow a pair of ours. Sponsored by recommended. This hike is considered moderate with easy sections. Friends of Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park. This event is weather Bring snacks, lunch, and water. No rain date. Meet at 10 AM at the dependent so visit www.friendsofellenwoodpark.ca or find us on Park Info Kiosk at the last parking lot. Sponsored by Friends of Facebook for updates and details before Taylor Head Park Society. Contact Peter at 902-499-4114 or email heading out. For more information [email protected]; or Warren at 902-772-2207 or email contact Chris at 902-881-2658. [email protected]; or visit www.friendsoftaylorhead.com.

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B G Moonlight Night Tour – July 27 Wild About Biodiversity – Aug 4 & 5 Blomidon Provincial Park Graves Island Provincial Park Wild About Reptiles—With the Maritime Cape “Blow-Me-Down”–What’s in a Name Canada’s Parks Day Walk & Potluck Picnic Reptile Zoo – Aug 11 – May 19 – July 22 Wild About Bees – Aug 18 & 19 Wildlife in Nova Scotia – July 7 Moonlight Night Tour – Aug 25 Make a Kite Day – July 21 J Wild About Owls – Sept 1 & 2 Forest Fire Fighting with Smokey Bear Night Tour – Sept 22 Jerry Lawrence Provincial Park – July 21 Family Night Tour – Oct 12 May Fair in the Park – May 27 Cape “Blow-Me-Down”–What’s in a Name Wild About Halloween – Oct 27 – July 21 Warbler Walk – June 3 Hike the “Back 40” – July 28 Smileys Provincial Park Wildflower Walk – Aug 4 L Nova East Astronomy Star Party Folklore in the Fog – Aug 11 – Aug 10 to 12 Long Lake Provincial Park Blomidon Trail Hike – Aug 25 Long Lake Trail Hike – June 8 T C M Taylor Head Provincial Park Clam Harbour Provincial Park Migration Bird Count – May 12 Martinique Beach Provincial Park 40TH Clam Harbour Beach Sandcastle Bird Songs – June 16 Maritime Surf Lifesaving Championship Competition – Aug 12 Wildflower Walk – June 23 – Aug 4 Getting Started in Birdwatching – July 7 Cole Harbour-Lawrencetown Maritime Lifeguard Challenge – Aug 5 Natural History Walk: Wildflowers, Coastal Heritage Park System McNabs and Lawlor Islands Wildlife & Geology – July 22 Bisset Lake & Cole Harbour Park Trail Hike Provincial Park NS Bird Society: Mid-summer – Aug 10 McNabs Island Clean-up – June 3 Birdwatching Walk – Aug 4 Crystal Crescent Provincial Park McNabs Island Summer Heritage Tours Night Walk: After Dark Sights Pennant Point Trail Hike – July 13 – July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29, Aug 12, and Sounds – Aug 25 Pennant Point Trail Walk – July 29 Aug 19 Birdwatching: Fall Migrants – Sept 22 Pennant Point Spine Trail Hike – Sept 8 McNabs Island Fall Foliage Tours – Oct 14 Magic, Mysterious Mushrooms – Date TBA Late Season Guided Hike – Nov 3, Dec 1 D P Birdwatching: Winter Birds – Nov 25 Christmas Bird Count – Dec 14 Dollar Lake Provincial Park Petersfield Provincial Park The Islands Provincial Park Experience Our Outdoors! – July 21 Westmount Canada Day Celebration – July 1 Shelburne Kayak Festival – Aug 17 to 19 Paddling Basics – July 21 Point Michaud Beach Provincial Park Pumpkin Carving – Oct 6 Thomas Raddall Provincial Park NS Lifesaving Sport Series – July 25 Annual Halloween Spooktacular – Oct 6 E Porters Lake Provincial Park Porters Lake Trail Walk – May 6 W Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park Canada’s Parks Day Celebration – July 21 Interpretive Paddle – July 11 Pumpkin Carving – Oct 6 William E. deGarthe Memorial Scavenger Hunt & BBQ – July 21 Provincial Park Campfire Stories – Sept 15, Oct 6, Nov 10 R Get Your Feet Wet–Tidepool and Rock Moonlight Hikes – Oct 24, Nov 23, Jan 21, Adventures – July 4 Feb 19 Rissers Beach Provincial Park Cross-country Skiing – December 2018 to NS Junior Lifeguard Games – Aug 11 March 2019 S F Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park Five islands Provincial Park Annual Volunteer Day – May 5 Geological Walk – July 14 Learn to Fish – June 2 Canada’s Parks Day Celebration – July 21 Wild About Butterfly Gardening Bug Walk & Talk – July 28 – June 30 to July 2 Tidal Pool Exploration – Aug 11 Wild About the Ocean – July 7 & 8 Interpretive Walk of the Rocks and Landforms Wild About Busting Animal Myths – July 14 & 15 – Aug 18 Duck Day – July 21 http://parks.novascotia.ca 57 Sun, Fun and Fitness Dr. Peter Green MD FRCPC, Associate Professor Dalhousie University and Chair, Sun Safe N.S. Get the most enjoyment from your summer recreational activities in Nova Scotia Provincial Parks by practicing sun safety. Nobody enjoys getting a sun burn! In the short term – it can be painful and really takes the fun out of your day. In the long-run, over-exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet rays can put you at risk for developing skin cancer.

Protect Your Skin and Your Eyes: PKS-83 Printed 2018 30M Information Circular • Check the daily forecast for the UV Index each morning and protect your skin accordingly. Environment Canada: https://weather.gc.ca/forecast/ public_bulletins_e.html • When the UV Index is 3 or higher, protect your skin as much as possible. In general, the UV Index in Canada can be 3 or higher from 11 am to 3 pm between April and September, even when it’s cloudy. • Seek shade or bring your own (e.g. an umbrella). • Wear clothing and a wide-brimmed hat that cover as much skin as possible, as appropriate to the activity and weather. • Use sunscreen labelled “broad spectrum” and “water-resistant” with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30, on skin not covered by clothing. Apply sunscreen generously and reapply when required. • Don’t use UV tanning equipment or deliberately try to get a suntan, and avoid getting a sunburn. • Wear sunglasses or prescription eyeglasses with UV-protective lenses. • Wear a wide-brimmed hat for added eye protection.

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