EXPLORER 2013 Official Visitors Guide Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia, Canada & Area

Stroll Through the Centuries

Port-Royal and Fort Anne National Historic Sites (Parks Canada/C.Reardon) MAPS ATTRACTIONS RESTAURANTS LODGING SHOPPING FESTIVALS DIRECTORY Port-Royal National Historic Site (Parks Canada)

Town Crier, Peter Davies, and His Lovely Escort, Valerie Davies

Something Fun for Everyone’s Taste! (Fry)

Kejimkujik (Parks Canada/C.Reardon)

Bohaker Falls (Fry) Historic Gardens (Fry) MAPS ATTRACTIONS RESTAURANTS LODGING SHOPPING FESTIVALS DIRECTORY

(Historic Gardens/Fry) Scallop dragger moored on the scenic Annapolis River (Melanson)

he scenic Annapolis River has been an important waterway for centuries. Colourful Annapolis Royal/Port-Royal Area has been welcoming visitors T since 1604. In fact the Order of Good Cheer, North America’s first social club, was started here in 1606. The same attributes that Champlain saw over 400 years ago continue to make this a “must see” destination for discerning travelers. Although quite safe and peaceful today,Annapolis Royal holds the distinction of being the most fought over tract of land in Canada. With over 130 registered heritage properties and 4 National Historic Sites, picturesque Annapolis Royal is one of Canada’s largest National Historic Districts. It is also one of the oldest permanent European settlements in North America.

EXPLORE ~ Canada’s Roots Imagine over four centuries of history coming to life before your very eyes. The Mi’kmaq, Scottish, French, British, Acadian, Loyalist, New England Planter and African Canadian cultures intertwined to form a colourful mosaic unparalleled in the nation. Canada’s roots are deep here. The area served as colonial capital for both the French and British before Louisbourg and Halifax. Even our province’s name, Nova Scotia, (Latin for “New Scotland”) is attributed to the Scottish attempt to colonize our area (1621-1632). The Scots also gave us our Nova Scotia Flag and Coat of Arms and built Charles Fort on the grounds where Fort Anne is located today. The rich Acadian (”Cajun”) story also started here when French families settled on our scenic shores in the 1630s. The Annapolis Royal/Port-Royal Area is known as the cradle of Acadie, and there are over 3,000,000 Acadian descendants worldwide. EXPERIENCE ~ The Best of Both Worlds Couple the rich cultural heritage with a moderate climate tempered by the Gulf Stream, then add spectacular scenery, gardens, lakes, rivers, wilderness trails, numerous eco-tourism adventures and the world-famous Bay of Fundy with the highest tides on earth – you get an explorer’s paradise. The region is also part of UNESCO’s Southwest Biosphere Reserve in recognition of its globally significant ecological and cultural landscape and commitment to sustainable development and conservation. (There are only 16 such regions in Canada.) Escape into nature, relax, and invigorate your body, mind and soul. Whether you prefer petals, pedals or paddles, are a history buff or nature lover, the Timeless Annapolis Royal Area offers the best of both worlds and a bouquet of adventures for all ages. ENJOY ~ Award-Winning Hospitality & Amenities Let the EXPLORER be your guide to award-winning accommodations, unique shopping experiences, an array of artists and craftsmen, delightful dining, colourful gardens and art galleries, interesting museums, lively theatre, waterfront boardwalk, a multitude of fun-filled tours and attractions plus stately homes set amidst scenic vistas. Designated as one of the “Cultural Capitals of Canada” and winner of and the “World’s Most Liveable Small Community” (endorsed by the United Nations), Annapolis Royal has also won numerous Provincial, National and International “Communities in Bloom” awards. The area truly blooms in more ways than one - our gardens bloom, but so do our arts, our heritage, our community spirit and our hospitality. Come explore Annapolis Royal, and let your spirit blossom. It’s the perfect place to stop and smell the roses. What are you waiting for? After all.....“Good Cheer” started here!

EXPLORER GUIDE ~ follow us! Durline Melanson, Editor EXPLORER Strolling Through the Centuries since 1995 IN THIS ISSUE Explore Annapolis Royal 2 How Do I Get To Annapolis Royal? Explorer’s Welcome 3 How to Get to Annapolis Royal 4 5 Annapolis Stroll Through the Centuries Royal Tapestry & Tours 6 Fun for all Ages 7 Bay of Fundy Festivals & Special Events 8 10 Digby Eco-Tourism Adventures 11 Halifax Design Destination Things to See & Do 12 Yarmouth Maps 14 16 Atlantic Ocean NOVA SCOTIA More To See & Do Artists’ Studios Tour 18 Annapolis Royal is located in Nova Scotia on Canada’s East Coast. It is 200 Explore the “Fun”dy Coast 19 kilometers (120 miles) from the Halifax International Airport and 32 Business Quick Links 20 kilometers (20 miles) from the ferry in Digby. For Information contact Town Business Locations Map 22 Hall, 285 St. George Street, P. O. Box 310, Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0. More Maps & Magnolias 24 Phone: (902) 532-2043, Fax: (902) 532-7443 Kidz’ Fun Zone & More Tours 24 Historic & Scenic Circle Tour 25 Comment se rendre à Annapolis Royal? Fun for All Seasons 26 Upper Clements Parks 27 Annapolis Royal est situé en Nouvelle-Écosse sur la côte est du Canada; à 200 Historic Gardens & More 27 kilomètres (120 milles) de l’aéroport international d’Halifax, 32 kilomètres (20 Scenic Annapolis River 28 milles) du traversier de Digby. Pour des renseignements addressez-vous à l’hôtel de ville, 285 rue Saint George, C.P. 310, Annapolis Royal, N.-É., B0S 1A0. Published Annually By Téléphone: (902) 532-2043, Téléc: (902) 532-7443 TRANS WORLD Durline Melanson Alan Melanson Visitor Information Centre Editor Historian

The Annapolis Royal Area Visitor Information Centre, open seasonally, is Don & Jeannie Allen, Peter Wyman operated by the Annapolis Board of Trade. It is located on the causeway in Explorer Consultants Annapolis Royal inside North America’s only Tidal Power Generating Station. Trish Fry/Historic Gardens Annapolis Board of Trade, P. O. Box 2, Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0. Ryan Scranton/Annapolis Heritage Society Phone: (902) 532-5454 C. Reardon/Parks Canada Deb Ryan/Annapolis County Recreation Follow the Explorer Guide! Wally Hayes/Nova Scotia Tourism Primary Contributing Photographers The Explorer Guide is your Year-round, 24 / 7 Information Destination for the Annapolis Royal Area. “Like” Us on Facebook for all of the latest info. PARTNER WITH US www.facebook.com/ExplorerGuide Ph: (902) 532-3035, Fax: 532-2911 [email protected] www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com www.annapolisroyal.com No portion of this publication may be reproduced or duplicated without the written permission of the Explorer. www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com Contents © Copyright 2013. EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 5

Fort Anne National Historic Site (C.Reardon/Parks Canada) Stroll Through the Centuries

One of the oldest permanent In 1607, the settlers built North Port-Royal & Fort Anne Enjoy a delightful blend of lighthouse, delicious dining European settlements in America’s first water-powered National Historic Sites panoramic scenery and culture and gracious accommodations Canada, Annapolis Royal is grist mill. Many other very as you stroll through over 400 await you. From the Farmers’ Fort Anne opened in 1917 also one of the country’s largest important “firsts” in the country years of history. Festivals and and Traders’ Market, boat haul- and is the oldest continuously- National Historic Districts. It also took place at Port-Royal. special events, King’s Theatre, up and Fort Anne, to the operated National Historic Site was a Mi’kmaw encampment Artsplace, the O’Dell House Historic Gardens, Port-Royal site 3,600 years before the The Struggle in Canada. The exquisite Fort and Sinclair Inn Museums plus Habitation, Tidal Power Plant arrival of Europeans. During the 105 year struggle Anne Heritage Tapestry, on a host of eco-tourism adventures and Bay of Fundy, the colourful display in the Officers’ Quarters Port-Royal for control of the continent, the offer fun-filled entertainment Annapolis Royal Area makes area changed hands between Museum, was stitched by over options for all ages. Unique the perfect weekend getaway In 1605 the area was settled the French and English seven 100 volunteers during a four waterfront shopping with its or vacation destination. by a small group of French times. In the 1640s the French year period. This large mural scenic boardwalk and historic Explore Annapolis Royal! explorers two years before constructed the first of four forts tapestry features highlights of Jamestown, Virginia, three years on the site that is now Fort Anne. the past 400 years. before the founding of Quebec, The Scots erected the first fort The original Habitation at and fifteen years before the (Charles Fort) on the site in 1629. Port-Royal was burned down Pilgrims landed at Plymouth, by the British in 1613. It was Massachusetts. Led by Samuel Annapolis Royal reconstructed in 1939 using de Champlain and Sieur de Champlain’s original drawings. Mons, the French named the In 1710 the British captured Port-Royal and renamed it It is the first reconstruction of a new land Port Royal and built National Historic Site in Canada. the Habitation as a center for Annapolis Royal to honour Queen Anne. It remained the operations in Acadia. A Timeless Treasure In 1606 this creative group capital until Halifax was started formed the “Order of Good in 1749. The star-shaped Today Annapolis Royal is Cheer,” North America’s first fortifications are among the the quietly dignified home of social club. For entertainment, country’s best examples of about 481 people and the site of a young Parisian lawyer, Marc Vauban earthenworks. As the another very interesting “first,” Lescarbot, wrote and produced seat of government for both North America’s only tidal “The Theatre of Neptune”, the French and British regimes, the power generating station. The first European drama in North area holds an important place Town has won numerous America. He also wrote one of in Canada’s early history. It prestigious awards for beauty, the first travel books about his continues to be a leader today heritage preservation, ecology, Port-Royal National Historic Site (Parks Canada) experiences in Port-Royal. in heritage preservation. conservation and lifestyle. (Port-Royal Habitation, Parks Canada/C.Reardon) Page 6, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide

Men’s & Women’s We have Leather Jackets MOTORCYCLE GEAR Shearling Coats including Jackets, Chaps, Boots, Rigor Outerwear Goggles & Helmets Tilley Hats Socks Scarves Gloves Hats The Fort Anne Heritage Tapestry, designed by Kiyoko Grenier-Sago, was stitched by over 100 volunteers. Handbags Wallets Fort Anne’s Annapolis Royal Heritage Tapestry MAD HATTER 2 hrs. from Halifax Kentville BOOKSTORE Exit 22 Halifax Fort Anne’s Heritage Tapestry Books Books Books depicts 4 centuries of the area’s Bainton's colourful history. Picture a myriad 213 St George Street Tannery Annapolis Royal, NS Outlet of 95 different shades of Persian 1-800-565-2070 www.baintons.ca Yarmouth wool interwoven and stitched to form an historic tableau unparalleled in all of Canada. Reflect upon the patience required to complete over three million delicate needlepoint stitches. Ponder the efforts of over 100 volunteers from a community ACADIAN taking pride in its 400 year history, Candlelight and doing something about it. That’s the incredible story behind Tour the Heritage Tapestry. Discover the Cradle of Acadie by Measuring approximately 18 Former Prime Minister Martin is among thousands of visitors who have Lantern Light with 10th Generation feet in length and 8 feet in height, enjoyed the Historical Association’s popular Walking Tour programs. Acadian, Alan Melanson. the tapestry was a labor of love over Mondays in July & Aug 4 years in the making. It is a unique Music 9:30 PM Lighthouse work of immense proportions, but 22 Years ~ 22 EXTRA Tours! EXCLUSIVE Annapolis Royal Annapolis Royal is a community Scallop Pearl Dance with an epic story to relate. Jewellery Food Candlelight Graveyard Guided National Have you ever thought of a prestigious Golden Hospitality Award CREATED FROM Stories graveyard as a place of adventure, fun, for Nova Scotia, tours begin at 9:30 World Famous Digby Scallops www.scalloppearl.ca Historic District learning and discovery? Wondered p.m. sharp (rain or shine) every Sun., www.fancyjewellers.com $12.50 Adult about the meaning of gravestone art Tues., Wed. and Thurs., June 1 Annapolis Royal Digby $ 8.00 (13 - 18) and Acadian Tours on old tombstones? Read names, through October 15. Extra Tours 532-5185 245-2431 $ 4.00 (12 & Under) 902-532-3035 dates and wondered about the include every Fri. and Sat. in July and people? Local - Handmade - Unique - Elegant www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com “Stroll Through the Centuries” August plus every First Friday, June is The Historical Association of If you are ready for a unique, through October. Meet at the parking experience and want to learn about lot of Fort Anne. Sponsored since Annapolis Royal’s award-winning 1992 by The Historical Association of Walking Tour Program. A guided “images of the past etched in stone”, don’t miss Annapolis Royal’s Annapolis Royal. Tour cost is $7 National Historic District Tour adults, $3 (13-18) $1 (children 12 and offers a scenic stroll with a Candlelight Tours of the Garrison Graveyard, one of Canada’s oldest under). No Reservations. 902-532- costumed heritage interpreter along 3035, www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com one of the oldest thoroughfares in English graveyards. North America. It showcases Trip Adviser’s #1 Area Tour and Come see why the award- Canada’s largest National Historic highly recommended by The New winning Candlelight Graveyard District and highlights Annapolis York Times plus numerous other Tour is a “must” for Nova Scotia Royal, both past and present. publications worldwide, these popular visitors. Share your experiences on The Acadian Heritage Tour tours have been enjoyed by thousands Trip Advisor and Facebook, wear offers an opportunity to experience of visitors including Prime Minister, comfortable shoes and don’t forget to the Cradle of Acadie through stories Paul Martin. Winner of the TIANS’ bring your sense of adventure! and dance with renown heritage interpreter, Alan Melanson, a proud 10th generation Acadian. Both tours depart at 2 p.m. from the Annapolis Royal Lighthouse, late June through early Sept. (Acadian: Tues & Fri; Historic District: Mon, Wed & Thurs). $7.00 Adults, $3.00 (13 - 18), $1.00 (12 & Under). Private tours also available. 902-532-3035. www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Founded in 1919, The Historical Association was recognized as one of Canada’s Top Ten Organizations for preservation and presentation of heritage by Prime Minister Jean Chrétien. EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 7 C

Annapolis Royal ~ Fun for All Ages! H A R A D E

A lively abundance of Gifts, Antiques & Folk Art

268 St. George St. Historic Gardens Hiisttoriic Gardens Annapolis Royal, NS (902) 532-5162

FUNDY TRAIL CAMPGROUND & COTTAGES

Fort Anne (Melanson)Acadian Heritage Tour Fort Anne From saying “I Do” in a romantic haven, enjoying recreation and heritage treasures, celebrating that special occasion or setting your sights on the perfect retirement paradise, your experiences in the Annapolis Royal Area are truly “Timeless”. On Bay of Fundy 15 minutes north of Annapolis Royal nnapolis Royal’s SCENIC watching is also just a short drive beauty, vibrant arts Nestled in the pretty Annapolis away. Eco-tourism combined with Oceanview Cottages A community, colourful Valley between the Annapolis and its laid-back lifestyle and friendly LiveLive itit ...... Tent & Trailer Camping shops, appreciation for heritage, Allain Rivers, Annapolis Royal is hospitality make the scenic Annapolis Heated Pool, Playground unique accommodations, special located only minutes away from the Royal Area an explorer’s paradise. Saturday Fireworks restaurants, amenities, scenic vistas, world-famous Bay of Fundy. LoveLove it!it! Minigolf, Arcade leisurely lifestyle and numerous Known for the highest tides COME FOR A VISIT ~ Famous Delaps Cove attractions make it fun for all ages. Wilderness Trail and some of the most dramatic COME BACK TO “LIVE!” Upper Clements Park & coastal seascapes in the world, the Winner of “The World’s Most HISTORIC Bay of Fundy was 1 of the 28 world Whale Watching Discounts Liveable Small Community”, “Prince The Annapolis Royal Area has finalists, and Canada’s only entry, had many names through the years. in the global contest to name the of Wales” and “Communities in 1-877-519-CAMP (2267) Originally called “Te’wapskik” New 7 Wonders of Nature. Bloom” awards, Annapolis Royal www.fundytrail.com (flowing waters) by the native was also featured in “This Old Mi’kmaq, Champlain named the FUN House” as 1 of the 61 most vibrant area “Port-Royal” because he was neighborhoods in North America struck by the beauty of this The Annapolis Basin is a very sheltered harbour. “Polis” is Greek popular spot for fishing, and there for one-of-a-kind, period houses. ANNAPOLIS ROYAL INN for city, so Annapolis Royal, named are picturesque lakes nearby, perfect Whether you spend a day, vacation in 1710 in honour of Queen Anne, for swimming, kayaking, canoeing, or a lifetime, Annapolis Royal is a Peaceful Comfort, History and Excitement! means the “Royal City of Anne”. hiking and bird-watching. Whale great place to live life to the fullest. Beautifully maintained grounds

Quiet, restful rooms with two double or one queen-size bed Breakfast Lunch New two-room suite Dinner with kitchen Daily Specials Seafood Our Cedar hot tub, sauna, Specialty outdoor salt water Opposite swimming pool Exit to Fort Anne Complimentary National Park continental breakfast Take-out and Wi-Fi Available

532-5254 Email: [email protected] 1-888-857-8889 www.AnnapolisRoyalInn.com Phone: 902-532-2323 Your Family Restaurant 3924 Highway 1, Annapolis Royal, N.S. Fax: 902-532-7277 Page 8, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide Festivals Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia

CELEBRATE MAGNOLIAS & RARE PLANT SALE May (See feature on p. 22) Celebrate Magnolias, May 1- 15, in Annapolis Royal. Don’t miss the Rare and Unusual Plant Sale, May 11. Welcome to ten acres of award-winning HISTORIC GARDENS horticultural excellence featuring Victorian, Governor's, Knot, and Innovative display gardens. SEASON KICKOFF Experience our spectacular Rose Collection and our May 11 (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) popular Acadian house and garden. Often described Music and activities to kick off as "Nova Scotia's Hidden Treasure", we're rated as the season! Admission by donation one of Canada's finest gardens! Plan your visit now! this weekend only. 532-7018 Ask about our special Senior / Family / Group rates. FARMERS’ & TRADERS’ MARKET May 18 - October 12 The popular Farmers’ & The colourful Sunset Ceremony at Fort Anne National Historic Site is Traders’ Market operates at Market one of the annual highlights of the popular Natal Day weekend. Square, May 18 - Oct. 12. On Oct. 19 the Winter Market opens at the MASONIC LODGE TOURS and activities in celebration of Historic Gardens’ Gazebo location. June 1 - Oct. 12 roses. Rain or shine. 532-7018, On most Saturday mornings www.historicgardens.com HISTORIC GARDENS Annapolis Royal Masonic Lodge #33 DINNER & AUCTION will be open for a tour of the building. CANADA DAY May 26 (4 p.m.) Free will offering. 532-5285. July 1 A wonderful meal, great social Come celebrate Canada’s time and terrific selection of gifts, FIRST FRIDAYS 146th birthday! Join in the singing June 7, July 5, August 2, of “O Canada” at the flag raising artwork and plant material for a ceremony; walk in the procession lucky bidder to take home at the September 6 & October 4 from Town Hall to the grounds at Annapolis Royal Legion. In support Music, entertainment, food, fun, Fort Anne; eat a slice of cake; play a of the Historic Gardens, 532-7018, special Candlelight Graveyard Tours, game of croquet; listen to musical www.historicgardens.com extended business hours and more! entertainment, and take part in Gracious Victorian heritage home. Annapolis Board of Trade: 532-5454. children’s activities from noon ‘til 3 4-Star Hospitality and Accommodation 275th ANNIVERSARY at Fort Anne. Free Admission. 532- Across from Courthouse. MASONS IN CANADA DANCING 2397, [email protected] Close to Ft. Anne, Historic Gardens and downtown shops and restaurants. June 2 AT THE MARKET (7 p.m.) The first Masonic Lodge June 20, July 18, August 15 TOURS OF ST. LUKES At the Turret Bed & Breakfast Meeting in Canada was held in Dance for Fun ‘n’ Fitness with ANGLICAN CHURCH 372 St. George St., Annapolis Royal Annapolis Royal in 1738. To Durline Melanson and Trans World July & August (See p. 8) Tel: 902-532-5770 Toll-free: 866-717-0067 celebrate the 275th Anniversary, Dance students every third Thursday www.attheturret.com June 2, 2013 has been proclaimed at the Farmers’ Market. This free, easy Masonic Day in Nova Scotia to and fun-filled “Our Nova Scotia” WINE & ROSES welcome Freemasons from class features special music, songs July 5 (5 - 7 p.m.) and dances relevant to this area. Enjoy an evening of wine, Royal LePage Coast & Country throughout the world. The Annapolis Royal Lodge will open at 8 a.m. for Enjoy the “Scotia Shuffle” in nibblies and live music as you stroll Ph: (902) 532-5285 Annapolis Royal where it originated. the Historic Gardens. 532-7018, Fax: (902) 532-1451 coffee and building tours. A Masonic Parade will depart from the parking (Weather permitting.) Dance, Fitness www.historicgardens.com www.royallepage.ca Toll Free: 1-877-446-4403 lot in front of the Annapolis Royal and free Fun for all ages! 532-3035 P.O. Box 314 228 St. George St. Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 Lodge at 9:30 a.m. and proceed to [email protected] HOUSE & GARDEN Town Hall for the Official Program www.rlpcoastandcountry.com / [email protected] TOUR including the 1606 stone installation ROSE FESTIVAL July 6 (10 a.m. - 4 p.m.) Residential, Commercial & Seasonal ceremony. The festivities will be June 29 - July 7 Visit the Historic Gardens and Properties followed by a Pig Roast Barbecue, Did you know that with 2,000+ special private gardens and houses Property Management Services open to the public, at the Legion. rose bushes at the Historic Gardens in and around Annapolis Royal. The Residential, Commercial & International Special 275th Anniversary Tours Annapolis Royal is home to one of tour supports the Historic Gardens Mortgages will conclude the celebration. 902- the largest rose collections in and is a summer highlight. 532-7018, 532-5285, [email protected] Canada? Enjoy special events, tours www.ExploreOurGardens.com

Harold Theriault, MLA Digby / Annapolis

Constituency Office 310 Conway Avenue PO Box 1038 Digby, NS B0V 1A0 Open May - October Ph: 902-245-2991 Fax: 902-245-6853 Email: [email protected] EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 9 Special Events

ACADIAN BANDFEST 2013 NATAL DAY CANDLELIGHT TOURS July 19 - 21 ENCAMPMENT Mondays in July and Aug. The 18th annual Bandfest will August 2 (p.m.) - August 4 (a.m.) Enjoy Music, Dance, Food and welcome community bands from Enjoy the sights, smells and Stories, 9:30 p.m., Annapolis Royal across Nova Scotia and beyond for a sounds of black powder musketry, Lighthouse. (See p. 17) 902-532-3035 weekend of learning and outdoor cooking and life in an 18th performing. Highlights include century military camp. The 84th RAVEN HAVEN children’s activities, music, fun at Regiment of Foot 2nd Battalion the Historic Gardens and a public (Royal Highland Emigrants) create FAMILY FUN DAY concert on Sun. afternoon. 532-2741. a vivid picture of the conditions of July 6 (1 - 5 p.m.) 18th century military life. 532- The 18th Anniversary of 2397, [email protected] Raven Haven’s Family Fun Day “WASHING SOLDIERS” We offer a variety of fresh o ff e r s g a m e s , p r i z e s a n d Sun. & Wed. Evenings in Aug. seafood & lobster specials entertainment for all. Enjoy free By popular demand, the MOTORCYCLE RALLY seafood & lobster specials access to the park, supervised Annapolis Heritage Society is August 2 - 5 based on traditional swimming, canoe, kayak and pedal bringing back its successful Tales Enjoy the 33rd Annual Rally. EUROPEAN CUISINE. boat rentals. Bring the family out From a Tiny Perfect Town series. 532-7269, www.74thcrusaders.ca Enjoy the incredible for a great afternoon of fun “Washing Soldiers 1797” is a water view! beginning at 1 p.m. Take Exit 22 off musical based on a visit by the Duke LOCAL ARTISTS’ Hwy 101, follow Rt 8 towards of Kent. When the visit is ART SHOW & SALE Have an unforgettable South Milford, then turn right onto announced, everyone in town experience on our deck! Virginia Rd., and head for Sandy (including Molly who runs the bath August 2 - 11 Bottom Lake. Call 532-2334, email house) is thrown into a bizarre series Don’t miss this free Art Show OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER. Reservations highly recommended! [email protected] or visit of events. The fun unfolds, 7 p.m., and Sale, Masonic Hall, 21Church TEL: 532-1251 235 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal www.annapoliscounty.ca O’Dell House Museum. 532-7754 St., daily 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 532-7622. www.restaurantcompose.com www.annapolisheritagesociety.com FLOWER SHOW 34th ANNUAL & DESSERT TEA CELEBRATE ACADIE FUN RUN July 13 August 1 - 15 August 3 Annapolis Don’t miss Champlain Garden The spotlight will be on the Join in a 4km run in historic Club’s annual show at the Legion, u nique Acadian House at the Annapolis Royal, partly on paved o e 2 - 5 p.m. (Tea ‘til 4.) Entries Historic Gardens and 17th century road and partly on cross country. welcome. Numerous categories. life in the Annapolis Royal Area, Prizes awarded to runners of all 532-0957. the Cradle of Acadie. For info: 532- ages and abilities. Registration $5 7018, www.historicgardens.com per person. Pre-register online up Home Owners helping homeownersTM MI’KMAW HERITAGE until July 26 (or July 15 if you want DAYS, PORT-ROYAL NHS NATAL DAY WEEKEND a t-shirt) www.annapoliscounty.ca July 14 & Sept. 1 (1 - 4 p.m.) August 2 - 5 or at the Recreation Dept., 752 St. Natal Day Weekend is one of the George Street in Annapolis Royal. A photo is worth Come and experience Mi’kmaw Payment is due at the time of A photo is worth traditions, history, drumming, song annual highlights in Annapolis Royal. a thousand words... It consists of four delightful days of registration, payable to Annapolis and lifestyle in these two special County Recreation. Limited run days highlighting Mi’kmaw culture. fun including the Coronation of the 67th Queen Annapolis Royal, Fun day registration 8:30 - 9:15 a.m. Sing a Mi’kmaw song, participate at the Municipal Building. Run in a game of “waltes”, and be sure Run, Princess Tea and Fashion Show, Queen’s Ball, Farmers’ and Traders’ starts at 9:30 a.m. sharp! 532- to visit the wigwam. 532-2898 or 2334, [email protected] [email protected] Market, 74th Crusaders Motorcycle Rally, Outdoor Concert, Art Shows, Sports Day and Legion’s Barbecue VINTAGE AUTO SHOW NORTH HILLS MUSEUM open to all, Mobile Canteen, Beerfest, August 11 (1 - 4 p.m.) COMMUNITY BARBECUE Fire Hall Pancake Breakfasts, Mini Come view a wide selection of & POTLUCK Golf, Grand Street Parade, Natal vintage autos dating from 1900 - July 16 (6 p.m.) Day Birthday Party, Horseshoe and 1980 at lovely North Hills Museum, Bring a salad or dessert. North Sports Tournament, Ecumenical 5065 Granville Rd., Granville Ferry. Hills provides the rest! Enjoy good Service, colourful Sunset Ceremony, Chat with the owners, and vote for food, live music and the museum. Fireworks and more. Fun for All! your favorite. Don’t miss this fun- This is a free family event. 532-2168, [email protected] 532-2397, filled, free family event! 532-2168 494 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal ~ 1-902-532-7850 1-877-536-0403 www.annapolisheritagesociety.com 532-2043, www.annapolisroyal.com www.annapolisheritagesociety.com www.queenanneinn.ns.ca NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT ACADIAN HERITAGE TOUR

FIRST PLACE WINNER Hometown Pride Event of the Year Nova Scotia Festivals & 2:00 at the LIGHTHOUSE Events Council 2005 2:00 at the LIGHTHOUSE MONDAY, WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com TUESDAY & FRIDAY THE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION OF ANNAPOLIS ROYAL’S HISTORIC WALKING TOURS Page 10, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide Eco-tourism Adventures

Whether you board a traditional boat or a zodiac, you’re sure to enjoy your whale watching adventure off nearby Digby Neck. OLDE-TYME VARIETY STORE Whale Watching of seals most often seen are Grey and Harbour. The Grey Seal is the A little bit of Whale watching adventures larger and has a noticeably square await you about an hour drive from head. Harbour Porpoise are the EVERYTHING Annapolis Royal from June to Sept. most abundant. At times, white- The Bay of Fundy’s great tides sided dolphins run with the boat, from A to Z create a rich ecosystem that swimming playfully along side, supports abundant wildlife, whales jumping in and out of the water. and seabirds. The waters off the This area of the Bay of Fundy is mouth of the Bay of Fundy, from located on the Atlantic Flyway, a REASONABLE PRICES Brier Island up to Digby Neck, are 902-532-2341 major migration route for many important feeding areas. Enjoy species of sea birds, shorebirds and 292 ST. GEORGE STREET minke, humpback and fin whales, ANNAPOLIS ROYAL waterfowl. Birdwatching is a special harbour porpoise and Atlantic added plus with Puffins, Gannets, www.facebook.com/annapolisvariety white-sided dolphins. Right whales Cormorants, Shearwaters, Petrels are often seen. Sperm, sei, orca and and Ducks, both common Elders Explore the marsh during a leisurely walk around the French Basin Trail. blue whales have also been spotted. and American Blacks. Oaklawn Farm Zoo Humpback whales, “ clowns of the sea”, are the most likely to be Sport Fishing seen. They breech (jump out of the water), flipper slap and tail lob the The Annapolis Basin and lower most (bring the tail out of the water Annapolis River are noted for striped and slap it on the water). They also bass, white bass, sea trout and white spy hop, coming out of the water flounder. Public access is located just nose first, to look at people. off Hwy 1 near the Tidal Power Plant. Finbacks are some of the largest Record size bass have been landed. at 60-80 feet, second only to the Blue. Minkes are the smallest of the French Basin Trail group of whales in the Bay at about This scenic 1.2 km easy walking NOVA SCOTIA’S 30 feet in length. They are quite trail, co-sponsored by Ducks Unlimited, friendly and often come close to the is located in the heart of Annapolis LARGEST ZOO boats to delight visitors. You might Royal just 1 block from the traffic light. AYLESFORD - Only 45 even see the rare North Atlantic Right Encircling the picturesque Annapolis min. from Annapolis whale. Only about 350 are still living. River, it provides public education, Open 10am to dusk - 7 days a week Along with whales, you may improvement of the water quality, Easter through mid-November also encounter seals, dolphins and conservation of wildlife, plus year- www.oaklawnfarmzoo.ca 902-847-9790 harbour porpoises. The two kinds round eco-tourism fun for all ages. Swim at Raven Haven Beachside Family Park on nearby Sandy Bottom Lake.

Ocean Explorations

Beachside Family Park

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Dear Visitors, Welcome to our historic and very liveable small Town! Our community is ready to receive you at any of our local events. Our many accommodations, cafés, restaurants, studios, specialty and retail shops are all looking forward to serving you. If you have any special needs or requests, please feel free to stop by Town Hall at 285 St George Street and we will do our best to assist you.

Cher Visiteurs Notre petite ville historique et très vivable vous accueille chaleureusement. Soyez des nôtres à nos Beauty is everywhere in Annapolis Royal, from the stalls of its Farmers’ évènements communautaires. Nos établissements Market to the homes of its citizens. hôteliers, cafés, restaurants, ateliers, et magasins de détail vous attendent avec impatience. Pour tous vos besoins ou demandes, n'hésitez pas de communiquer If you love design – houses, potters, award-winning heritage avec l'hôtel de ville; nous nous ferons un plaisir de vous gardens, art, crafts, antiques, contractors, charming shops selling aider. vintage and modern creations – you antique, vintage and modern creations successful recycling of old and will love Annapolis Royal! The to add beauty to your life. unwanted structures. Through its area is more than Canada's This colourful and vibrant area artists and craftspeople and shop birthplace…it is a centre for the has museums, markets, galleries, owners and volunteers, you'll see design arts….a unique design restaurants, a year-round theatre intelligent, relevant cultural Michael Tompkins destination. Annapolis Royal and and is home to the Annapolis Royal institutions. Through its citizens, Mayor / Maire its surrounding townships are home Historic Gardens, one of the most you'll see a real community. to countless artists and designers beautiful and celebrated small who have moved here from other gardens in North America. www.annapolisroyal.com parts of Canada, the United States Come See for Yourself! and Europe. They have joined the Lifestyle & Heritage Founded in 1605, Annapolis growing concentration of local A design destination, though, is Royal has reinvented itself A Seafaring Maiden artists and specialized craft and more than just a place to buy things. throughout four centuries, but it is is a Heritage Property (c.1881) trades people in an area recognized It's about ideas, as well. When you still about the values you hold Three well appointed rooms, all for its beauty, quality of life, come and visit Annapolis Royal, dear…a sense of place, a sense of with Annapolis River views. sustainable lifestyle and historic you will learn what makes this permanence, an old-fashioned Gourmet breakfast served in our connections with the wider world. small town and its economic respect for heritage and the values elegant licensed dining room. survival so extraordinary. Through of the past, coupled with an Located on the Annapolis River Handcrafts & Design its heritage, you'll see continuity acceptance of today's different with views of Fort Anne. The artistic and professional with the past. Through its lifestyles. It is a centre of Toll-free reservations: quality of the work of the Annapolis geography, you'll see unspoiled excellence for the design arts…. a 1-888-532-0379 Royal area design community is rural beauty. Through the wealth of vibrant, creative community that [email protected] both sophisticated and strong. It has restored and re-purposed buildings, would love to share its “design for nationally recognized artists and you'll see an example of the living” with you!

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Mrs. Nicholson Home We seek out and sell interesting vintage furniture, lighting, textiles, art and accessories. We also make our own pillows, benches and footstools from vintage fabric. We invite you to enjoy our vast collection of Asian specialty antiques. Enjoy the stone statue garden while taking a We turn the past into beauty you can use today. So no matter whether your home is moment to rest in our authentic tiki bar...sorry no alcohol. your castle, your camp, your cottage or your condo, you will find something fitting and fabulous at Mrs. Nicholson Home. Come visit sisters Jane and Christine in Annapolis 218 St. George Street Royal, and see for yourself! Our tiny town is your perfect design destination. HOURS: Monday to Saturday 10-6 ’ Sunday 12-5 212 St. George Street. (902) 532-5263 TEL: 902-532-0179 OPEN: Tuesday - Saturday 10 - 5, Sunday 12 - 5 CLOSED: Monday www.mrsnicholsonhome.com www.nslocal.ca/farfetchedantiques Page 12, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide Things To See and Do

Savings & Service since 1993 Private Tours O’Dell House King’s Theatre National Durline Melanson & Step-on Guides Museum (1869) King’s Theatre has been a Historic District (902) 532-3034 popular area landmark since 1921. Customized itineraries, special The O’Dell House Museum, is a It’s roots, however, go back to 1606 Annapolis Royal is the smallest private tours, full tour coordination remnant of the economic prosperity when Marc Lescarbot produced “The incorporated town in Nova Scotia, and step-on bus guides are available brought to the community by the rail- Theatre of Neptune” mainly as a but with over 130 registered heritage throughout the year. Contact Durline road and also international shipping diversion for the band of adventurers properties, it is one of the largest Melanson, 902-532-3035 or visit interests during the Victorian period. at Port-Royal, to be followed in later National Historic Districts in Canada. www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Built by Cory O’Dell, a former Nova years by various performances by Be sure to plan to stay long enough Scotia Pony Express rider, it was traveling troupes and roving thespians so you can enjoy all the region has Visitor Info Centre originally used as a stagecoach inn in this bustling seaport town. to offer. Walking tours depart the and tavern and the first stop for many A vital force in the life of the historic lighthouse at 2 p.m. most Located at Tidal Power Plant. travelers getting off the ferry from Open seasonally. 902-532-5454. community, historic King’s Theatre weekdays from late June to early Sept. Granville Ferry. Remains of the old entertains the area year-round with Private tours available. 532-3035, ferry slip can still be seen at low tide. an impressive schedule showcasing www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Victorian Stagecoach Inn Tidal Power Plant The museum is displayed as a ca. 1870 local, national and international talent Exhibits on Annapolis Royal's History Annapolis Royal is home to Victorian inn and tavern on the main in a delightful mix of live theatre, Bay of Fundy the only tidal power plant in North floor with contemporary museum AHS Genealogical Centre music and dance. It also features The Bay of Fundy, renown for America. Since the Bay of Fundy exhibits on the second. 532-7754, current movies and classic films. the world’s highest tides, awaits you Annapolis County's www.annapolisheritagesociety.com Genealogical Resource has the highest tides in the world, During the summer months, King’s only 10 minutes from the heart of the Annapolis is an ideal location with Theatre spotlights local artists in National Historic District. Mi’kmaw Microfilm, church records, its average tide of 7 metres. It uses Farmers’ and Traders’ vital statistics, family files, etc. their colourful King’s Theatre Art folklore claims the tides are caused the world’s largest straflo turbine to & Winter Markets Gallery located in the lobby. The by the splashing of a giant whale. See Local Archives generate up to 30 million kilowatt- 24-hour event hotline is 532-5466. p. 23 for more about the Bay of Fundy. 136 St. George St., Annapolis Royal hours per year, electricity for about Farmers’ and Traders’ Market 532-7704, www.kingstheatre.ca Annapolis Heritage Society is open on Sat. mornings, May 18 to Tel: 902-532-7754 Email: [email protected] 4,500 homes. Nova Scotia Power is Annapolis Heritage also experimenting with new in- Oct. 12, and also Wed. afternoons in Historic Gardens stream tidal technology in the Bay the summer. This popular area, Genealogical Centre See feature article on p. 25. of Fundy. To learn more about across from the wharf, served as a Housed in the O’Dell House Nova Scotia Power's commitment public meeting place and market Museum, the Genealogy Centre is Visitor Info Centre to increase the mix of renewable square during colonial times. It is HMCS/CFB Cornwallis open all year and offers resources at North America’s first energy used to provide power across often the site of entertainment events. Military Museum for people looking for families who Nova Scotia visit www.nspower.ca Visit with the friendly local farmers may have lived in the Annapolis Tidal Power Station Down Under Tours may be and tradespeople, sample fresh Cornwallis, the largest training base in the British Commonwealth, Royal region over the past 400 (902) 532-5454 available. For info: 902-532-0502. produce and tasty home-baked treats years. Hard copy, microfilm and and search for special collectibles. trained the sailors who served in Canada’s Navy, the third largest by digital resources include Annapolis Fort Anne NHS Enjoy the Winter Market, and the Granville township books, October 19 - May 10, Saturday the end of WW2. Armed Service Fort Anne was designated a unification dictated that it become a cemetery records, both published mornings inside the Historic and unpublished genealogies, local National Historic Site in 1917 and Gardens’ cozy Gazebo. 532-7018. tri-service facility. It features special is Canada’s oldest. It is located in the memorabilia from the three branches newspapers, the Annapolis County heart of Annapolis Royal’s National of the armed service and the Merchant deeds, vital statistics, funeral home Historic District. See pages 5 and 6. Port-Royal Habitation, Navy. Some displays are unique to records, an extensive photographic Melanson Settlement the museum. With a well stocked collection along with a variety of St. Luke’s gift shop, the museum is located on excellent on-site Acadian/Cajun files & North Hills Museum the former base, just about halfway for genealogical research. 532-7754, Anglican Church The Scenic Circle Tour on between Annapolis and Digby on www.annapolisheritagesociety.com Tours offered in July and August, page 23 features these three unique Hwy 1. Enter main gate. Follow the P. O. Box 2, Annapolis Royal, NS Tuesday to Saturday, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. attractions which are located along signs. For hours and admission info Upper Clements Parks www.tradeannapolis.com [email protected] Canada’s Oldest Settlement Rd. visit www.cornwallismuseum.ca See page 25 for a feature article.

A Message from the Warden Un message du Préfet Dear Visitors: It is with great pride that Council, Staff and residents of the Municipality of the County of Annapolis welcome you to our beautiful region. We hope you enjoy your stay and encourage you to take The in as many activities within our County as your time will allow. Chocolate Shop C’est avec grande fierté que le conseil municipal, le personnel, et le peuple du comté d’Annapolis vous offrent un accueil charleureux à & Café notre pittoresque région. On espère que vous allez passer un bon séjour et on vous encourage de participer dans autant d’activitiés que possible. The coastal communities, towns, villages, historic properties and parks stretching across our region make us a unique destination by any standard. We are so happy you chose to visit us. Please explore our area to its fullest and find out why we are so proud to call this place home. Enjoy your holiday, take care and return soon.

Reg Ritchie Warden/Préfet Municipality of the County of Annapolis /Municipalité du comté d’Annapolis EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 13 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL AREA Historic - Scenic - Fun

Explore Fort Anne’s 1708 powder magazine, Park’s Canada’s oldest building.

Catch a glimpse of 17th century French colonial life at Port-Royal National Historic Site.

Discover over 300 years of skilled construction techniques at Sinclair Inn NHS. Buy local treats at Markets year ‘round. Take in the Annapolis Heritage Society’s Production of “Washing Soldiers”.

Visit Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia and explore 400 years of history. AS ONE OF THE OLDEST European settlements in Canada, Annapolis Royal is one of only a few National Historic Districts in the country. In 1605 the area was settled by a small group of French explorers led by Samuel de Champlain and Sieur de Mons. The French named the new land Port-Royal and built the Habitation as a centre for their operations in Acadie. In Annapolis Royal you will enjoy a delightful blend of culture and stunning scenery as you stroll through 400 years of history. Outdoor activities are abundant, including hiking trails, biking, golf, canoeing, fishing and bird watching. Visit historic sites and gardens, take a candlelight graveyard tour, wander through artists' studios and spend a Saturday morning at the Farmers' and Traders' Market. Unique shopping, live theatre, gourmet meals and historic inns and B&B's make the Annapolis Royal area the perfect weekend and vacation destination.

Phone 902-532-2043 for your free travel kit or check out the website at www.annapolisroyal.com Page 14, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide

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EXPLORER Things To See and Do Points d’intérêts 1 Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail 18 Farmers' & Traders' Market 35 Library Serving the Annapolis Royal Area 2 Port Royal National Historic Site 19 Mohawk Fort 1712 Monument 36 Grant Potter Children's Playground since 1995 3 North Hills Museum 20 King's Theatre 37 Skateboard Park & French Basin Trail Published Annually By 4 Tidal Power Station 21 Tennis Courts & Swimming Pool 38 Melanson Settlement N.H.S. TRANS WORLD 5 Visitor Information Centre 22 Grist Mill 39 Action Jax Family Fun Park For Visitor Information Contact Town Hall 6 Sport Fishing 23 Golf & Country Club 40 Victoria Beach P. O. Box 310, Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia 7 ArtsPlace 24 Upper Clements Parks 41 Tupperville School Museum Canada B0S 1A0 Telephone: (902) 532-2043 8 Queen's-Kings Wharf 25 St. Edward's Church 42 Whale Watching Fax: (902) 532-7443 9 26 43 Raven Haven Beachside Family Park www.annapolisroyal.com Petite Park Cornwallis Military Museum 10 Lighthouse 27 Mickey Hill Pocket Wilderness 44 Bear River Durline Melanson AlanAlan MelansonMelanson 11 Editor Historian Scenic Boardwalk 28 Kejimkujik National Park Don & Jeannie Allen, Peter Wyman 12 Sinclair Inn Museum N.H.S. 29 Town Hall B Bank Explorer Consultants 13 Wharf 30 Post Office C Church To Advertise Ph: (902) 532-3035, Fax: 532-2911 14 Historic Gardens 31 Court House H Community Health Centre [email protected] 15 Fort Anne National Historic Site 32 Garrison Graveyard P Parking www.ExploreAnnapolisRoyal.com 16 O'Dell House Museum 33 Boat Haul Up R Recreation © Trans World 2013 17 Shopping District 34 Fire Station Washrooms EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 15

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Conquer the coveted Crofton Chalice at the Conkers Championship, October 19.

ARTsUNLEASHED TERRY FOX RUN August 17 - 25 September 15 Enjoy a Celebration of Art at Walk, run or bike to raise Enjoy the Historic Gardens’ Acadian Cottage ARTsPLACE. www.arcac.ca cancer research funds. 532-3148. (left) and Wharf Rat Rally photos (above). PAINT THE TOWN WINTER MARKET August 17 - 18 (See p. 19) October 19 - May 10 Buy local meat, eggs, baked goods, produce, and more on Sat. PHOTO CONTEST mornings, 9 - Noon, at the Historic August 17 - Sept. 2 Gardens’ Gazebo. 532-7018. Enjoy art-themed exhibits and activities at the Historic Gardens. Amateur Photo Contest. GHOST TOWN Entry Deadline: August 7. 532- October 18 - 31 7018, www.historicgardens.com Ghostly Gardens, Haunted Sinclair Inn, Ghost Town Lantern Walks, Candlelilght Graveyard Tours, and DELAPS COVE much more. Visit, if you Dare! WALK WITH NATURE www.ExploreGhostTown.com August 18 (1 p.m.) Join staff from Annapolis HAUNTED County Recreation Services for a fun, guided, interpretive tour SINCLAIR INN Play an 18-hole round of golf amid spectacular views of the Annapolis Basin. Join in the family fun at Action Jax. along scenic Bohaker Trail and October 18, 19, 25 & 26 the Bay of Fundy Shore. Sturdy This is a chance to see the 300 footwear, smiles and heaps of year old Sinclair Inn Museum enthusiasm are recommended. No transformed into a frightening lair charge. Delaps Cove Wilderness and meet some ghosts of the Trail is approx. 24 km (15 mi.) Annapolis Royal region. 532-7754, northwest of Annapolis on the www.annapolisheritagesociety.com Bay of Fundy shore. 532-2334, www.annapoliscounty.ca GHOST TOWN CANDLELIGHT PORT-ROYAL GRAVEYARD TOURS CONSTRUCTION DAY October 19 & 26 August 18 (1 - 4 p.m.) Tour the Garrison Graveyard by Interact with a variety of Candlelight. 9:30 p.m., 532-3035. craftsmen who will demonstrate www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com their skill and share knowledge of the techniques used to reconstruct NORTH AMERICAN the Port-Royal Habitation. Leave CONKERS CONTEST with a greater appreciation of the effort undertaken to rebuild this October 19 Treat yourself to the beautiful sounds of the Massed Band Concert at Bandfest. Check out Annapolis River’s 28’ tides. milestone in Canada’s preservation The North American Conkers movement. 532-2898. Championship, open to all ages and genders, is on tap for Oct. 19 at the Historic Gardens in Annapolis WHARF RATS: HAWG Royal. A centuries-old British WILD IN THE GARDENS game of kings and school boys, this August 30 - September 2 form of sporting battle spans the Come to the Gardens for generations and sexes. special events celebrating this Using the hard brown seed of great motorcycle rally! 532-7018 the horse chestnut tree threaded on a length of string, individual bouts feature two players taking alternate NOVA SCOTIA DAY attempts to break their opponent’s September 10 conker. The conkers are collected On Sept. 10, 1621 the Charter from local trees and graded to meet to establish a Scottish colony in the size requirements of a North America was signed at minimum of 1 ½” in diameter. Windsor Castle. See a 1621 The 2012 champion and original copy of the Charter on recipient of the prestigious Crofton permanent display at Fort Chalice is Jeff Hafting. Come give Anne. It’s Nova Scotia’s Birth conkers a whirl! To enter: 532-2739, Certificate! 532-2397. www.annapolisroyalconkerclub.ca Enjoy local, national and international entertainment and movies at King’s Theatre. Explore the cradle of Acadie with a tour. EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 17 Trans W rld More To See and Do DANCE COMPANY Come Join the Fun! Dancing at the Market “OUR NOVA SCOTIA” Scenic Waterfront Sinclair Inn Museum Annapolis Royal Golf Acadian Free - June 20, July 18, Aug. 15 Fall Classes Start Sept. 19 Shopping District The Sinclair Inn Museum is a & Country Club Candlelight Tours Adult & Youth 532-3035 National Historic Site and one of Shopping in Annapolis Royal Canada’s architectural and historic Annapolis Royal is a golfer’s Join 10th generation Acadian [email protected] is a delightful adventure. Step back in paradise. Home to one of the most Alan Melanson (of Candlelight gems. Portions date to 1710 or earlier, Graveyard Tour fame) and his wife, time, and enjoy a leisurely shopping making it one of the oldest surviving scenic courses in Nova Scotia, two pace with friendly and personalized others are conveniently located Durline, for a living-history, lantern wood-frame structures in Canada. light experience in the birthplace of service. Explore quaint shops full One of the few dwellings from the within a short 30 minute drive. of unique treasures. From Maritime Open to the public, the beautiful Acadie. Enjoy Music, Dance, Food French regime in Acadia (prior to Samples and Stories. Learn to make art, crafts, curios and collectibles, 1713) in existence, it offers a Annapolis Royal course is 18 SINCLAIR INN to books, art, jewellery, clothes, holes, challenging, lined with apple Rappie Pie, and take home a special Museum unique opportunity to view original Acadian Heritage Booklet. Alan’s shoes and antiques, you’ll find Acadian construction techniques. trees and overlooks the Annapolis something for everyone along Basin and North Mountain. Green ancestors founded the Melanson The current building combines Settlement (c.1664), now a “Canada’s Oldest Thoroughfare.” two older ones joined in 1781 by fees $37.00, golf clubs and carts are Oldest wood frame building in Savour delicious specialties in available for rent. European style National Historic Site, and he is Canada now open to the public Fredrick Sinclair. It has operated t h e r e t i r e d S u p e r v i s o r o f fine restaurants, or choose take-out under many names and owners, cooking, restaurant and clubhouse 2 original Acadian structures for a picnic. Stroll along the scenic open all year. (902) 532-2064, Interpreters for Parks Canada. (built ca. 1708 and 1710) and primarily as an inn and tavern. Site The Acadian Candlelight Tours joined in 1781 waterfront boardwalk with its of the first Masonic Lodge meeting www.annapolisroyalgolf.com gentle breezes and spectacular view [email protected] depart from the Annapolis Royal Rare example of pre-expulsion in Canada in 1738, the building has Lighthouse at 9:30 p.m. every Acadian construction of Granville Ferry across the river. witnessed many important events. Home of Canada's first Masonic Monday evening in July and August. Lodge in 1738 You can see over 300 years of Ecotourism $12.50 Adults, $8.00 (ages 13-18) ARTsPLACE construction styles and techniques, 300 years of architecture, history & Recreation and $4.00 (12 and under). 532-3035, and living This popular public art gallery from the clay walls of the original www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com hosts a year 'round schedule of art Acadians to wood paneling of the Enjoy kayaking, wind-surfing, exhibits showcasing talented, local 1950s. Modern-day ghosts and bicycling, golf, sport fishing, bird Acadian Passport and professional artists. It also offers new exhibits with QR codes are a watching, canoeing, hiking. There unique workshops and coffee houses testament to the on-going legacy of are also tennis courts, baseball and Discover Acadian history and with both local and visiting artists. Annapolis Royal’s inhabitants. soccer fields, swimming pool and culture in the cradle of Acadie while www.annapolisheritagesociety.com skateboard park. Stroll along the travelling the Annapolis Valley, the 532-7069 or visit www.arcac.ca Clare Region and down to Pubnico. boardwalk in the National Historic Ghosts of the Sinclair District. Explore scenic hiking trails, Pick up your passport at any of the 8 Action Jax old rail line, French Basin Trail, participating locations, and be sure Family Fun Park Thanks to an innovative display Grist Mill and Bay of Fundy shore. to get it stamped for a chance to win technique, ten “ghosts” from the Cross country ski in winter. Raven prizes. www.discoveracadie.com Open 7 days a week, this family past share memories and personal Haven Beach, Mickey Hill Pocket fun centre is located only two minutes stories of life in Annapolis. 532-7754 Wilderness,Kejimkujik,Oaklawn Oak Lawn Farm Zoo from Annapolis Royal. Enjoy go- Farm Zoo, Delaps Cove Wilderness karts, golf driving range, miniature Candlelight Nova Scotia’s largest zoo, Trail and Whale Watching nearby. located in Aylesford, is only 45 golf, space ball, batting cage, a Town: 532-2043, County: 532-2334 children’s playground, food court, Graveyard Tours minutes from Annapolis. It has one games arcade and much more. Call Award-winning tours. 532-3035, of the largest displays of Big Cats in Go-Karts - Mini Putt 532-0911, visit www.action-jax.com www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Tupperville Eastern Canada. The 50-acre zoo Driving Range or email [email protected] School Museum offers a relaxing, family farm & Much More! Old St. Edwards atmosphere in a rural setting. It On Hwy 201 between Annapolis features a wide variety of exotic, Grist Mill Loyalist Church Museum and Bridgetown, this one-room school endangered, native, and domestic Phone: 532-0911 4708 Highway 1 A 17th century French grist mill This interesting museum, one house was used 1869-1970 for grades birds, mammals and reptiles. Enjoy 2 minutes East of Annapolis Royal replica houses a hydroelectric plant of the earliest in Nova Scotia, 1-11. Call for days/hours of operation. up-close adventures with amazing www.action-jax.com in nearby Lequille. The first grist features early Loyalist artifacts. It 665-2579. Enjoy homemade ice cream animals. Open daily. 902-847-9790, Email: [email protected] mill was built in the area in 1607. is located in nearby Clementsport. and an ice cream social on July 27. www.oaklawnfarmzoo.com

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www.discoveracadie.com Page 18, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide Up Close & Personal ARTsPLACE contemporary Artists' Studios T our art gallery in historic Annapolis Royal NS The Annapolis Royal region is After enjoying your special visit at turn onto Drury Lane (the cross steeped in rich tradition dating back ARTsPLACE turn right at the traffic street at the Farmers’ & Traders’ Open Year ‘Round over 10,000 years to the Mi’kmaq light on Prince Albert Rd. (Hwy 1) Market). Park in the large parking First Nations people. The European to continue on your Artists’ Studios lot for a visit to the next artist’s Tues. to Fri: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. influence began over four centuries Tour. The second tour stop is at the studio which is located adjacent to Weekends: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.* ago as the Area became the seat of second house on the right just Ye Olde Towne Pub. Canada’s first enduring European behind ARTsPLACE. (*Weekends by Volunteer - Call ahead) settlement. The region continues to evolve and flourish today, attracting 396 St. George St., Annapolis Royal, NS 902-532-7069 creative artists and art aficionados e-mail: [email protected] website: www.arcac.ca of all ages. ARCAC, (Annapolis Region Community Arts Council), is one of the Cultural Centres in the province Folk Art & Crafts designated by NS Department of Visit our cheerful gallery and Tourism & Culture. It hosts a vibrant studio. We’ve got an unusual year round schedule of workshops, collection of art and craft classes, concerts, coffee house including lots of folk art from evenings, readings, slide shows, some of our region’s best loved talks and special events. Through folk artists. A little funky, a little whimsical and a lot of fun. their Scholarship Fund, they assist DEBRA KUZYK students of all ages who wish to & RAY MACKIE Open Daily May to October pursue art-related courses of study. RION MICROYS 170 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal (902) 532-3055 ARCAC also helps coordinate PMS Papier Mache Sculpture Lucky Rabbit Pottery arts resources in the region and 92 Prince Albert, Annapolis Royal 15 Church St., Annapolis Royal operates ARTsPLACE, an artist-run Ph: (902) 532-2392, Fax: 532-0861 (Across from the Market.) gallery which is open year ‘round. Email: [email protected] Ph: (902) 532-0928 The Annapolis Area has a large Lively artist’s studio open by www.luckyrabbitpottery.ca representation of artists in all of the chance or appointment. Open daily. Off season by arts disciplines including visual Go back to the light, and turn right appointment. Distinctive porcelain arts, crafts, performing arts and onto St. George Street. The next pottery and functional art objects, literary arts. To meet some of these tour stop is across from Fort Anne. from mugs to mosaics. multi-talented artists in person and Drive back toward the water on Fun Gifts & Other Things visit their studios is a highlight. Drury Lane. Turn right on St. The following tour showcases George St. Catfish Moon, a A colorful collection of just a few of the area’s artists and * Global Market, A delightful, family-friendly, provincial heritage cheerful gallery and studio is property offering self-contained Motel-style units. galleries. (Maps p.14, 15 and 22.) Fair Trade Treasures Outdoors a hot tub and cozy fireplace await you. located in the first block on the right. * Souvenir Trinkets * Windsocks, Kites & Mobiles DRAGONFLY INN Your Hosts: Jenna & Wes Roy 8 Victoria St., Annapolis Royal (Next to the Royal Bank) 124 Victoria Street Annapolis Royal Nova Scotia 532-7602 (902) 532-7936 / 1-877-943-2378 www.dragonflyinn.ca

WESTSIDE STUDIO 304 St. George St, Annapolis Royal A fun shop with unique gifts, Ph: (902) 532-0275 souvenirs& local handcrafts, [email protected] jewellery, crystals & prisms. ARTsPLACE Unique gallery offering paintings, We even sell RAINBOWS! 396 St. George St., Annapolis Royal sculpture, gifts from near and far, in PHILIP WOODS Meet Harley ~ Spokescat for Team TNR Ph: (902) 532-7069 addition to collectible artwork of Catfish Moon (TNR: trap/neuter/return), a non-profit www.arcac.ca charity. Since 2006, 1,280 feral or stray Special: crystal earrings ~ $6. the talented artist, Richard Zenkner. For info see page 20 under Gifts. cats have been spay/neutered, given Enjoy delightful art exhibitions and Continue down St. George Street. TNR DONATION LOCATION - Thanks for caring! shelter and food. No donation is too workshops featuring contemporary When you see King’s Theatre and small, tax receipts given for $20. or more. 223 St. George, Annapolis Royal 532-0772 teamtnr.webs.com www.nslocal.ca/timelesstreasures local and visiting artists all year. the wharf on the left, make a right CHRISTMAS SHOP EARLY Annapolis Royal’s creative shops are full of unique items and delightful treasures. The Artists’ Studios Tour is a great time to pick up one-of-a-kind works of art. ARCAC also hosts “Paint the Town” August 17-18, and a very popular Members’ Show and Sale, Dec. 1 - 19. For more info call 532- 7069 or visit www.arcac.ca EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 19 EXPLORE the “FUN”DY COAST!

Banner Real Estate 324 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 phone: (902) 532-7501, fax: (902) 532-7288 We have a wonderful selection of heritage properties, waterfrontage, country houses and retirement options. Visit us on our website: www.remax-valley.com

Alyn How Flora Hall 665-5220 638-3145 he Annapolis Royal Area is a Raven Haven Canoe Annapolis fun-filled year ‘round vacation destination. For more Beachside Family Park County T Raven Haven, open June 12 to Over 220 lakes in Annapolis Mike LeBlanc David Journeay info on parks, trails and recreation 532-7852 532-2050 publications contact the folks at Sept. 2, is a 4-acre family-oriented County provide numerous paddling Annapolis County Recreation Services, park on the scenic shores of nearby and fishing opportunities. Canoe 532-2334, www.annapoliscounty.ns.ca Sandy Bottom Lake, owned by the Annapolis County: A Paddler’s or email [email protected] Municipality of Annapolis County, Guide to Outdoor Adventure ... in a charming, c1770 Georgian home - managed by Recreation Services. features twenty-five canoe routes, Reservations are recommended for ranging from day trips to exciting Annapolis Royal’s only Annapolis County guest house on the water. the campsites, cabins and hostel. overnight/river trips, plus key To reserve your Parks, Trails & Qualified lifeguards will supervise components about boating safety, experience call swimmers daily from 11 a.m. until equipment, the wilderness ethics, 1.877.532.1285 Open Spaces or visit This popular brochure includes 7 p.m. Enjoy the playground, join in various outfitters, trip planning, a map and 40 outdoor adventures. a game of beach volleyball or ring professionally digitized maps, route www.baileyhouse.ca Whether you walk, jog, hike, cycle, toss, and visit the canteen for tasty locations, and a stunning collection paddle, bird watch, garden, fish, treats. 532-7320. (Off season: 532- of photographs depicting Annapolis cross country ski or enjoy traveling 2334 ) [email protected] County’s interesting and centuries- Suzan A. Hebditch, Proprietor ... 150 St. George Street, by car, the diverse landscape with its old paddling tradition. $21 (taxes in) Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia picturesque parks, scenic vistas, trails Bicycle Annapolis and beautiful sunsets will inspire you. County Mickey Hill If you bike be sure to pick up a Pocket Wilderness Annapolis Royal Delap’s Cove free copy of Recreation Services’ This beautiful and secluded Wilderness Trail popular Bicycle Annapolis County: wilderness area is located on Rt. 8 will become a Stroll through the lush forest A Cyclist’s Guide to Outdoor about 10 minutes from Annapolis and emerge for a breath of salt air Adventure. It features twenty-one on the way towards Kejimkujik on the rugged, windswept coastline routes, from easy to moderate to National Park. It features scenic of the Bay of Fundy. This is a nature challenging, plus Nova Scotia’s walking trails, a picnic area and lover and photographer’s paradise. bicycle laws, safe cycling tips, beach. Interpretive signs posted. Interpretation sites and picnic areas detailed route descriptions and offer wonderful opportunities for professionally digitized maps. special educational and pleasurable Kejimkujik Nat’l. Park wilderness adventures. Located only Keji, both a National Park and approx. 24 km (15 miles) northwest Outdoor Recreation a National Historic Site, is located of Annapolis, Delaps Cove has two Map only 45 minutes from Annapolis scenic wilderness trails, Bohaker This free new map encourages Royal. Consisting of 381 square km October 18 - 31 and Charlie’s, each with its own a healthier lifestyle and helps you of forests laced with streams, rivers unique ecosystem. The abandoned plan active outdoor recreation and lakes, it is a nature-lover’s Be sure to visit...If you dare! Old Shore Rd. links them. Bohaker adventures for all four seasons in delight and a welcome refuge. 902- Trail has a magnificent waterfall. beautiful Annapolis County. 682-2772, www.pc.gc.ca www.ExploreGhostTown.com Paint the Town - August 17 - 18 Paint the Town© is the anchor fund-raising event for the Annapolis Region Community Arts Council (ARCAC) and its artist-run gallery, ARTsPLACE. The 18th annual event is on tap for Aug. 17 - 18 and will feature up to 75 artists and crafts people creating works of art inspired by this beautiful, historic town. Rain or shine, artists set up easels at various scenic locations throughout Annapolis Royal and work in whatever medium suits them best and the outdoor format. Paint the Town© is great fun for artists, craftspeople, buyers and browsers alike! A portion of each afternoon’s Auction at the The first Paint the Town© took place in August 1996, with 25 artists Legion benefits ARCAC. For coming to paint on site around the historic town of Annapolis Royal. details contact 532-7069 or visit Today it has grown into the anchor fund-raising event for the colourful www.arcac.ca Annapolis Region Community Arts Council. Page 20, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide Explore Annapolis Royal

ARTISTS’ STUDIOS OAKLAWN FARM ZOO THE GARRISON HOUSE INN MILFORD HOUSE PHOTO In Aylesford, 45 minutes from Celebrating 30 Years 5296 Highway 8, South Milford Studios d/artisants Annapolis. Take Exit 16, off highway 350 St. George, Across from Fort Anne Ph: (902) 532-2617 CREDITS See special Tour on page 18. 101 & follow the blue zoo signs. Ph: (902) 532-5750, Fax: 532-5501 www.milfordhouse.ca (902) 847-9790, oaklawnfarmzoo.ca www.garrisonhouse.ca MOUNTAIN TOP COTTAGES O’DELL HOUSE MUSEUM HEDLEY HOUSE BY THE SEA Parker Mountain Rd. and a Very ATTRACTIONS 136 St. George St. Exit 24 or 25 off Hwy 101 (5 minutes from Annapolis Royal) Special Attractions Ph: (902) 532-7754, Fax: 532-0700 Ph: (902) 245-2500, Fax: 245-1012 Ph: (902) 532-2564 www.annapolisheritagesociety.com www.hedleyhouse.ca www.mountaintopcottages.com RAVEN HAVEN Thank You! ACADIAN CANDLELIGHT TOURS SINCLAIR INN MUSEUM The paradise by the sea. 232 St. George St. HILLSDALE HOUSE INN BEACHSIDE FAMILY PARK 9:30 p.m. Mondays in July & August Sandy Bottom Lake Annapolis Royal Lighthouse Ph: (902) 532-7754, Fax: 532-0700 519 St. George St. Action Jax, Ryan Scranton (Annapolis www.annapolisheritagesociety.com Ph: (902) 532-2345, 1-877-839-2821 (20 minutes from Annapolis) Ph: (902) 532-3035 Ph: (902) 532-7320 Heritage Society), Annapolis Royal Golf, www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com UPPER CLEMENTS PARKS www.hillsdalehouseinn.ca 5 min from Annapolis in Upper Clements Canada Select 4 Star, CAA/AAA www.annapoliscounty.ca Deb Ryan (County of Annapolis), Trish ACADIAN HERITAGE TOURS UPPER CLEMENTS COTTAGES Fry (Historic Gardens), Beth Halliday, “Hometown Pride Event of the Year” Ph: (902) 532-7557, 1-888-248-4567 Member Property, Weddings, www.upperclementsparks.com Reunions, Small Conferences/Events Next to Upper Clements Park Wally Hayes (NS Tourism), Paul Illsley 2 p.m. Tuesdays & Fridays (5 minutes from Annapolis) (www.paulillsley.com) Geoff Keymer Annapolis Royal Lighthouse JUST B LODGING Ph: 1-800-717-6549, (902) 532-0269 (King’s Theatre), Ken Maher, Alan and www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com BANKS 92 Prince Albert Rd. www.upperclementscottages.ca Durline Melanson (The Historical ACTION JAX Ph: (902) 532-2392, Fax: 532-0861 FAMILY FUN PARK Banques Association of Annapolis Royal), Ocean www3.ns.sympatico.ca/justb 4708 Hwy 1 (2 min. E. of Annapolis) THE KING GEORGE INN DANCE INSTRUCTION Explorations, Petit Passage, Chris Ph: (902) 532-0911 RBC ROYAL BANK 548 Upper St. George St. Leçons de danse Reardon (Parks Canada), Parks Canada, www.action-jax.com Ph: Toll Free: 1-888-799-KING Upper Clements Parks, Angelika Waldow 248 St. George. St., Annapolis Royal ANNAPOLIS REGION www.kinggeorgeinn.20m.com DANCING AT THE MARKET COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL Ph: (902) 532-2371 www.ExplorerGuide.ca SCOTIABANK Grand Victorian sea captain’s home, Free Classes, Farmers’ Market, 7 p.m. 396 St. George St. circa 1868, furnished in period Every 3rd Thursday, June - Aug. Ph: (902) 532-7069, Fax: 532-7357 219 St. George St., Annapolis Royal Ph: (902) 532-2393 Serving the antiques. Heritage property. Walk to TRANS WORLD DANCE www.arcac.ca major attractions. Large rooms, Ph: (902) 532-3035, Durline Melanson ARCHITECT ANNAPOLIS ROYAL GOLF community for 136 years www.scotiabank.com private baths, decks, jacuzzi and [email protected] Architecte & COUNTRY CLUB Faith’s legendary hospitality. Family 3816 Hwy 1(2 km west of Annapolis) and honeymoon suites. No smoking. Ph: (902) 532-2064 BED & BREAKFAST QUEEN ANNE INN DEPARTMENT STORE JOST ARCHITECTS www.annapolisroyalgolf.com 240 St. George St., P. O. Box 458 INNS 494 St. George St. Grand Magasins ANNAPOLIS ROYAL Ph: (902) 532-7850, 1-877-536-0403 Ph: (902) 532-2395, Fax: 532-7707 HISTORIC GARDENS Email: [email protected] Auberges www.queenanneinn.ns.ca ANNAPOLIS VARIETY 441 St. George St. THE TULIP TREE 292 St. George St., Ph: 532-2341, Ph: (902) 532-7018, Fax: 532-7445 A SEAFARING MAIDEN BED & BREAKFAST [email protected] ADVERTISING www.historicgardens.com Located on the Annapolis River 683 St. George St. Olde-Tyme Variety Store CANDLELIGHT with views of Fort Anne. 4 Star. GRAVEYARD TOURS Toll Free: 1-866-532-1051 Agence de publicité Toll-free reservations 1-888-532-0379 Email: [email protected] Every Sun, Tues, Wed & Thurs, Email: [email protected] FLORIST TRANS WORLD June 1 thru Oct 15. Also Every Fri & Sat in July & Aug. Plus Every First AT THE TURRET The Explorer (Since 1995) BED & BREAKFAST CLOTHING & SHOES ROYALE DECOR FLOWERS Durline Melanson Fri June thru Oct. Fort Anne, 9:30 p.m. sharp. Rain or shine. 372 St. George, Across from FortAnne Vêtements et souliers 9744 Highway 8, Annapolis Royal Ph: (902) 532-3035, Fax: 532-2911 Ph: (902) 532-5770 Ph: (902) 532-1222 Email: [email protected] No Reservations taken. www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com www.attheturret.com BAINTON’S TANNERY OUTLET www.royaledecorflowers.ca FORT ANNE, PORT-ROYAL & A comfortable stroll to shops, 213 St. George St. ART & ANTIQUES MELANSON SETTLEMENT museums, etc. Air conditioned. 4 Star. Ph: (902) 532-2070, 1-800-565-2070 BOOKS & NATIONAL HISTORIC SITES BAILEY HOUSE www.baintons.ca Open 7 days a week GIFTS Ph: (902) 532-2397, 532-2321 BED & BREAKFAST LOCKHART’S Cadeaux COLLECTIBLES www.pc.gc.ca 150 St. George Street CASUALS & WORKWEAR Art / Livres / Antiquités KAYAK ANNAPOLIS ROYAL Ph: (902) 532-1285, 1-877-532-1285 258 St. George St., Ph: (902) 532-7706 ARTISTS’ STUDIOS - See p. 18 Located at Dunromin Campsite www.baileyhouse.ca (4.5 Star rating) [email protected] CATFISH MOON STUDIO CRAFTS FAR-FETCHED ANTIQUES & ART Ph: (902) 532-2808 One of Annapolis Royal’s oldest homes 170 St. George St. 218 St. George St. www.dunromincampsite.com (circa 1770). Superb waterfront location Ph: (902) 532-3055 Ph: (902) 532-0179 KING’S THEATRE SOCIETY on quiet, historic Lower St. George St. COTTAGES, www.catfishmoon.com www.nslocal.ca/farfetchedantiques 209 St. George St. Easy walk to shops, restaurants, theatre TENTING & Rvs A unique collection of fine art and GREAT EXPECTATIONS Ph: (902) 532-7704, 532-5466 and museums. craft. A must visit! BOOKS & ANTIQUES www.kingstheatre.ca BREAD & ROSES INN Chalets / Camping CHARADE 165 St. George St. NATIONAL HISTORIC 82 Victoria St., P. O. Box 177 268 St. George St. Ph: 902-532-0120 DISTRICT TOURS Ph: (902) 532-5727, 1-888-899-0551 DUNROMIN CAMPSITE Ph: (902) 532-5162 MAD HATTER BOOKS “Hometown Pride Event of the Year” www.breadandroses.ns.ca 4618 Hwy #1 (2 min. E. of Annapolis) A lively abundance of gifts, 213 St. George St. 2 p.m. Mon, Wed & Thurs, Lighthouse Provincial Heritage property (c. 1882) (902) 532-2808 Waterfront camping & antiques and folk art. Ph: (902) 532-2070, 1-800-565-2070 Sponsored by Historical Association CROFT HOUSE cabins. www.dunromincampsite.com THE CROOKED FLOOR www.baintons.ca Open 7 days a week www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com BED & BREAKFAST FUNDY TRAIL GIFTS & OTHER THINGS MRS. NICHOLSON HOME NORTH HILLS MUSEUM 51 Riverview Lane, Granville Centre CAMPGROUND & COTTAGES 8 Victoria St. (next to Royal Bank) 212 St. George St. 5065 Granville Rd., Granville Ferry Ph/Fax: (902) 532-0584 15 min. No. of A.R. on Bay of Fundy Ph: (902) 532-7602 Ph: (902) 532-5263 Ph: (902) 532-7754, 532-2168 Toll free1-866-532-0584 Ph: 1-877-519-CAMP (2267) A shop filled with fun and whimsy, www.mrsnicholsonhome.com Email: [email protected] [email protected] www.crofthouse.ca www.fundytrail.com souvenirs - the usual and unusual.

Stephen McNeil, MLA The Tulip Tree Bed and Breakfast Annapolis Sue and Ted Ashdown 683 St George Street Constituency Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia Office B0S 1A0 142 Commercial St. Toll Free: 1-866-532-1051 P. O. Box 1420 Middleton NS Email: [email protected] B0S 1P0

Heritage Property, circa 1912 Ph: 902-825-2093 Fax: 902-825-6306 Enjoy the luxury, then Toll-Free: 1-800-317-8533 [email protected] www.tuliptree.ca stroll to the attractions. Email: [email protected] EXPLORER, 2013 Holiday Guide, Page 21 Stroll Through The Centuries

ANNAPOLIS ROYAL INN FORT ANNE CAFE GIFT STORES Hwy. 1, Annapolis Royal Across from Fort Anne exit Continued Ph: (902) 532-2323, Fax: 532-7277 298 St. George St., Ph: (902) 532-5254 German Bakery & Café Toll Free: 1-888-857-8889 Same owner for 37 years. LUCKY LOU’S www.AnnapolisRoyalInn.com THE GARRISON HOUSE INN 286 St. George (Across from Town Hall) DRAGONFLY INN 350 St. George St. Ph: (902) 532-7883 124 Victoria St. Ph: (902) 532-5750, Fax: 532-5501 NANCY’S TIMELESS TREASURES Ph: (902) 532-7936 www.garrisonhouse.ca 223 St. George St. Toll Free: 1-877-943-2378 Exquisite dining in three intimate Ph: (902) 532-0772 www.dragonflyinn.ca dining rooms plus a screened www.nslocal.ca/timelesstreasures verandah. Breakfast and dinner WESTSIDE STUDIO PET RESCUE served to the public daily. See Artists’ Studios Tour on page 14 Highly recommended in “Where to Animaux domestiques eat in Canada.” Fully licensed. GERMAN BAKERY & CAFÉ TEAM TNR (Trap/Neuter/Return) 358 St. George St., Ph: (902) 532-1990 HOMEMADE SOUP, SALAD, SANDWICHES HARDWARE www.teamtnr.webs.com www.germanbakery.ca Quincaillerie LEO’S CAFÉ TRADITIONAL GERMAN BREADS PRINTING 222 St. George St., Ph: (902) 532-7424 PASTRIES & APPLE STRUDAL ANNAPOLIS HOME HARDWARE Catering for Small or Large Functions BUILDING CENTRE Imprimeur QUEEN ANNE INN Lunch - Dinner - Candlelight Tour Packages 132 St. Anthony St., Annapolis Royal Call for Reservations, 494 St. George St. Ph: (902) 532-7080 INTEGRITY PRINTING INC. Ph: (902) 532-7850, 1-877-536-0403 902-532-1990 385 St. George Street www.germanbakery.ca www.annapolishomehardware.ca 10 Queen Street, Bridgetown www.queenanneinn.ns.ca Across from Fort Anne Dieter & Heiderose Claussing, Owners Ph: (902) 665-4424 YE OLDE TOWNE PUB www.integrityprinting.ca Across from Wharf, 9-11 Church St. JEWELLERS Brochures, Signs, Business Cards, Ph: (902) 532-2244 Wishing you a memorable visit to our Banners, Postcards, Booklets, A gathering place for great food, beautiful region of West Nova. Bijouteries Posters, Decals, P.O.P. Displays, good friends, and fine times. Souhaitant à vous tous, un agréable séjour Custom Wall Coverings dans notre belle région de Nova-Ouest. FANCY JEWELLERS TRAVEL AGENT Yarmouth: Wilmot: 318 St. George St., Annapolis Royal 233 Water Street 14373 Highway 1 57 Water St., Digby REAL ESTATE Agent de voyage Yarmouth, NS B5A 1M1 Wilmot, NS B0P 1W0 Ph: (902) 532-5185, 245-2431 Immeuble 902-742-6808 902-825-2320 www.fancyjewellers.com TRANS WORLD TRAVEL [email protected] [email protected] Ph: (902) 532-3034, Durline Melanson www.scalloppearl.ca HABITATION REALTIES LTD. Toll Free / Sans frais: 1-866-280-5302 Exclusive Scallop Pearl jewellery 280 St. George St., Box 397 Email: [email protected] HOUSE CHAMBRE created by Craig Fancy, Canadian Ph: (902) 532-5545, Fax: 532-5766 GREG KERR OF DES diamond jewellery, 10K and 14K gold www.habitationrealties.ns.ca VISITOR INFO MP - West Nova / Député - Nova-Ouest COMMONS COMMUNES jewellery, Canadian-made Seagull Victorians, Salt Waters, Hobby Farms, Info touristique Pewter giftware. Retirements, Businesses, Investments. Explore with us. EXPLORER VISITORS GUIDE LEATHER RE/MAX BANNER REAL ESTATE Ph: (902) 532-3035, P.O. Box 638 324 St. George St. Email:[email protected] Cuir Ph: (902) 532-7501, Fax: 532-7288 MUNICIPALITY OF THE www.remax-valley.com COUNTY OF ANNAPOLIS BAINTON’S TANNERY OUTLET ROYAL LEPAGE 752 St. George St., P. O. Box 100 213 St. George St. COAST & COUNTRY Ph: (902) 532-2331 Ph: (902) 532-2070, 1-800-565-2070 228 St. George St. www.annapoliscounty.ca www.baintons.ca Open 7 days a week. Ph: (902) 532-5285, 245-5285 TOWN OF ANNAPOLIS ROYAL Leather jackets and motorcycle www.rlpcoastandcountry.com 285 St. George St., P. O. Box 310 apparel, slippers, sheepskins, gloves, Ph: (902) 532-2043 purses, Tilley hats and Rigor outerwear RESTAURANTS www.annapolisroyal.com VISITOR INFO CENTRE & Restaurants ANNAPOLIS BOARD OF TRADE LEGAL Located at Tidal Power Plant, P.O. Box 2 Avocats AJ’S PIT STOP Ph: (902) 532-5454 TAKE OUT & ICE CREAM www.tradeannapolis.com 4708 Hwy 1 (next to Action Jax) ARMSTRONG & ARMSTRONG Ph: (902) 532-2200 Barristers, Solicitors & Notaries www.action-jax.com WHALE WATCHING 240 St. George St., P. O. Box 575 ANNAPOLIS ROYAL Excursions à baleines Ph: (902) 532-2155, Fax: 532-7211 GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Email: [email protected] 3816 Hwy 1, Ph: (902) 532-2064 OCEAN EXPLORATIONS PATRICIA L. REARDON www.annapolisroyalgolf.com ZODIAC WHALE CRUISES Barrister, Solicitor, Notary Public BISTRO EAST Box 719, Tiverton, NS B0V 1G0 234 St. George St., P. O. Box 366 St. George St., Annapolis Royal Ph: (902) 839-2417, 1-877-654-2341 Ph: (902)-532-7904, 532-5560 Ph: (902) 532-7992 www.oceanexplorations.ca Email: [email protected] www.bistroeast.com PETIT PASSAGE CAFE RESTAURANT COMPOSÉ WHALE WATCH MOTELS Next to Lighthouse, 235 St. George St. 3350 East Ferry, Digby County, NS Ph: (902) 532-1251 Ph: (902) 834-2226, Fax: 245-4162 Artfelt Christmas Motels www.restaurantcompose.com www.ppww.ca FUN FOR ALL AGES!

LTD ANNAPOLIS ROYAL & AREA CHURCH DIRECTORY HABITATION REALTIES Annapolis Basin Vineyard, AnnapolisRoyal…...... 245-4817 United Baptist Church, Annapolis Royal……………...... ……...... 532-7067 St. Luke’s Anglican Church, Annapolis Royal…………..……...... 532-5154 St. George & St. Andrews United Church, Annapolis Royal...... 532-5581 St. Louis Catholic Church, Annapolis Royal………………...... 532-0217 Habitation Baptist Church, Port Royal…………...………..……...... 532-2813 Hillsburn Baptist Church……..………………...... ………...... 532-5177 Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia Parker’s Cove United Baptist Church……………...…...... ……532-5706 Phone: (902) 532-5545 Residential, Leisure & Commercial Property Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints……..……………...... 532-5109 280 St. George Street Property Management Full Gospel Tabernacle…………………………...……………...... 532-5381 St. Mark’s Anglican, Perotte……………………..……………...... 532-5154 Annapolis Royal, N.S. B0S 1A0 Peter Wyman, All Saints Anglican, Gibson Lake………………..……………...... 532-5418 www.habitationrealties.ns.ca Broker Christ Church Anglican, Karsdale……………..………...... …...... 532-5154 Page 22, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide

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FORT ANNE Take your picture in a soldier’s outfit, ANNAPOLIS TOURISM DISTRICT Hampton KIDZ’KIDZ’ explore the dungeon & discover the fort with an Xplorer Activity Booklet. 532-2397 District touristique d'Annapolis Bay of Fundy Parkers Youngs FUNFUN ZONEZONE HISTORIC GARDENS Cove Cove Experience daily scavenger hunts and a Delaps bouquet of opportunities to explore the Cove Bridgetown 1 simple things in nature. 532-7018 1 O’DELL HOUSE MUSEUM - July & Aug. Annapolis Royal 42 Enjoy fun traditional activities on Saturdays, Granville Ferry 10 - 11:30 a.m. Dip candles, make paper dolls Port 3 39 2 Royal or maybe even ice cream. 532-7754 Victoria 201 Round Hill Beach 38 23 Lequille Ferry ARTsPLACE & KING’S THEATRE Terminal 41 24 22 Both offer numerous special events for kids. Whale Annapolis Basin Upper Watching Clements Lake Activities vary. 532-7069, 532-7704 1 Larose 43 Digby 26 Cornwallis 25 ACTION JAX FAMILY FUN PARK 217 Clementsport 101 GRAVEYARD & ACADIAN TOURS KAYAK RENTAL AT DUNROMIN Perotte 27 OAKLAWN FARM ZOO Smiths PORT-ROYAL HABITATION Cove Virginia Greywood East RAVEN HAVEN BEACH Clementsvale UPPER CLEMENTS THEME & 8

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Kejimkujik ODD Graphic © www Swimming Pool and Skateboard Park National T Grant Potter Children’s Playground Park Annapolis Royal Walking Trails 28 Canoe and Bicycle Annapolis County Hike the French Basin Trail Mickey Hill Pocket Wilderness Delaps Cove Wilderness Trails and enjoy the Bay of Fundy! SUGGESTED SCENIC DRIVES, TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Historic & Scenic Circle Tour including the Bay of Fundy and Bridgetown From Annapolis Royal go through Granville Ferry to visit North Hills Museum (3) Melanson Settlement Soup - Sandwiches - Desserts National Historic Site (38) Port-Royal National Historic Site (2) and Victoria Beach (41). Come back towards Catering Services for Small or Large Functions Port-Royal then cross the North Mountain to Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail (1) and the Bay of Fundy shore. Explore Parker’s Cove, Young’s Cove and the beach at Hampton, then continue South to Bridgetown, and return to Annapolis Royal via Highway 1 if you want to stop at Action Jax Family Fun Park (39), or come back on the 222 St. George Street 201 if you plan to visit the Tupperville School Museum (42). See tour, page 23, for additional details. Annapolis Royal, NS B0S 1A0 (902) 532-7424 Highway 1 to Upper Clements, Digby & Whale Watching Adventures Chef / Owner: The Annapolis Royal Golf Course (23) is located on Highway 1, only minutes from the Annapolis Royal stoplight en route to Digby. You’ll also soon arrive at Upper Clements Parks (24), then Old St. Edward’s Loyalist Church Paula Buxton (25) and the Cornwallis Military Museum (26). Whale Watching expeditions (43) from Brier Island or Tiverton on Digby neck are located approximately only one hour from Annapolis Royal. (If you’re going whale watching be sure to allow plenty of time since ferry schedules may be involved.) Refer to page 10 for whale watching info, page 25 for Upper Clements Parks & pages 12 and 17 for other area attractions.

Route 8 to Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site Take Route 8 towards Kejimkujik National Park. The Grist Mill, (22) on the Dugway Road in Lequille, is located only about 5 minutes from the Annapolis Royal stoplight. Continue on Route 8 towards Kejimkujik (28), only 45 minutes from Annapolis Royal, for camping, canoeing, hiking and cross-country skiing. Be sure to also stop and enjoy Mickey Hill Pocket Wilderness (27) and Raven Haven Beachside Family Park (44). For more information on these attractions see pages 19.

Artists’ Studios Tour See page 19 for details on this creative and colourful tour. The Magnolias of Annapolis Royal

The Annapolis Royal Area is Nova Scotia will display and Picturesque Annapolis Royal, Celebrating Magnolias, May 1 - 15. provide unique plants for home of the internationally- For details about Walking Tours, every garden. For info 532-7777, acclaimed Historic Gardens, is Self Guided Maps and Where to [email protected] graced with over 120 maturing Buy Brochures contact Trish Fry As April turns into May, May magnolia trees in public and private at the Historic Gardens, 532-7018, into June, the magnolias come into gardens. Designated amongst [email protected] bloom. Above ever pooling carpets Canada's Communities in Bloom, The 4th Annual Rare and of early Spring bulbs, colour returns its splendid collection is ever Unusual Plant Sale will be held on to winter’s bare limbs. Magnolia growing. Fragrant and glorious, the Saturday, May 11, Mothers' Day flowers are of great variation. First magnolias herald the gardening weekend, from 1 - 4 p.m. at the whites, then creams followed by season in Atlantic Canada. Farmers' Market square, across soft pinks, deep roses, wines, on Come meet The Magnolias of from the wharf. Over a dozen and through into the palest, the Annapolis Royal, and be inspired specialty plant growers from across deepest of golden yellows. by this scenic and historic town. EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 25 Historic and Scenic Circle Tour MOUNTAIN TOP Explore the Bay of Fundy COTTAGES and Oldest Settlement Road Vacation Paradise 1-902-532-2564 Parker Mountain Road 200 acres 3 Stars of nature for ½ peace and Private Lake quiet. All of this Heated Pool and more Paddle Boats at your VACATION Wagon Rides PARADISE! Canoes Only Walking Trails 5 minutes Row Boats from Annapolis Playgrounds Fire Pits

Port-Royal NHS, North Hills Museum, Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail and the Bay of Fundy are “must see” Annapolis Royal Area attractions. www.mountaintopcottages.com Annapolis Royal to first European settlements in North Delaps Cove Young’s Cove and America, founded in 1605 by Sieur Granville Ferry de Mons and Samuel de Champlain. Wilderness Trail Coastal Access Park About a half mile past the Tidal Costumed interpreters bring history In addition to a scenic wharf Continue east to Young’s Cove Power Plant, make a sharp left to to life with period demonstrations and fishing fleet in Delaps Cove, to enjoy the newest Municipal Park, take a journey along Canada’s Oldest and descriptions of life in a 1605 fur two trails offer a wilderness escape Young’s Cove Coastal Access Park. Settlement Road and enjoy a Fundy trading post. The first cereal crops with panoramic vistas and access to Located on the Bay of Fundy Shore, Coast adventure. In Granville Ferry in the country were sown at the the Bay of Fundy. For more on Delaps the Park includes a small parking you'll discover many picturesque Habitation, the first European drama Cove Wilderness Trail, see page 19. lot and pathway to a Bay of Fundy homes, several of which are B&Bs was written and staged in 1606, and viewing area less than 10 minutes and artists’ studios. Parking areas the Order of Good Cheer, the first Delaps Cove to away. Enjoy a picnic, hike along the offer scenic vistas of Annapolis European social club held in North shore, explore tidal pools, and be on the lookout for seals and fishing Royal across the river. Another half America, was started to help pass Hampton away the long winter nights. Discover boats. On Friday nights you can mile after you pass Granville Ferry Follow the magnificent rugged often join in the fun of a local you’ll find North Hills Museum. Canada’s roots, and learn about coastline of the world-famous Bay French colonial life. www.pc.gc.ca musical jam session at Young’s of Fundy on the Shore Road which Cove Community Hall, 7 p.m. North Hills Museum stretches for 20 miles from Delaps Port-Royal to Cove to Hampton. Winding along Hampton to Bridgetown Operated jointly by the Nova the tide-carved Fundy Coast, you’ll Scotia Museum and the Annapolis Victoria Beach discover lighthouses, cobble beaches, to Annapolis Royal Heritage Society, North Hills is one Continue on to Victoria Beach, fishing wharves and a host of fun Drive through Phinney Cove to of the oldest houses in the province past a scenic lighthouse and an 18th activities. Whether you are seeking picturesque Hampton. In Hampton, (circa 1764). It is a small, square, century Anglican Church. At low artists’ studios or salt water marine turn left off of the Shore Road, salt-box house full of many Georgian tide walk the clam flats at Thorne’s life, interested in photography or following the signs to Hampton treasures, mostly from England. It Cove, explore old graveyards and birdwatching or searching for eco Beach. Before you reach the beach showcases 1714 to 1830 porcelain, enjoy a gorgeous view of the Digby adventures like hiking or kayaking, and wharf, a great spot for mackerel 1700s glassware, 1700s and 1800s Gut and Bay of Fundy. You can also you’ll find something for everyone. fishing and spectacular sunsets, paintings and prints, plus elegantly fish off the wharf at Victoria Beach, After passing both Litchfield and you’ll see the Hampton Lighthouse crafted oak, walnut and mahogany the terminus for the Pony Express Hillsburn, you’ll arrive in Parkers (circa 1911) on your right. Climb furniture. An Acadian aboiteau from from Halifax in the mid 1800s. Cove. This is the largest wharf in the the tower for a bird’s-eye view of the nearby Melanson Settlement NHS area and an active lobster fishing the bait sheds at the edge of the is also on display. protected harbour and the long Port-Royal to district today. The nearby seafood gravel beach near the wharf. There CANDLELIGHT market will even cook your lobster Fundy Shore are two tidal, cobble beaches here Port-Royal for a picnic on the wharf. Fishermen for swimming and beach combing. National Historic Site You may pick up the road to the schedule work around the 30-foot From Hampton, re-cross the Fundy Shore on your way back tides as the harbour is dry a portion TOUR scenic North Mountain to Valleyview The road continues past the toward Granville Ferry from Port- of each day. At low tide, you can Provincial Park for a spectacular Melanson Settlement National Royal. Take the Hollow Mountain walk on the bottom of the Bay of view, picnic tables and washrooms. Historic Site, one of the best Road through five miles of Fundy floor and investigate inter-tidal Continue south through farms and preserved pre-deportation Acadian woodland over the North Mountain marine life. If your visit is not at low orchards to Bridgetown. Return to archaeological sites in Canada, on to the Bay of Fundy. Turn left to tide, you may see the fishing fleet Annapolis on Hwy. 1 to enjoy Action to Port-Royal NHS. The Habitation Delaps Cove to enjoy an exciting unloading their catch, or do a little Jax Family Fun Park, or take #201 is a reconstruction of one of the camping or hiking adventure. fishing of your own. for the Tupperville School Museum.

18 hole Public golf course. Open April to November 3816 Hwy 1, RR2 Annapolis Royal Involved in the community Route 101 Exit 22 to Town lights & left 1 mile Garrison Graveyard, 9:30 PM www.annapolisroyalgolf.com Every Sun, Tues, Wed & Thurs with pride for 136 years. June 1 - Oct. 15 Plus Every Fri & Sat in July & Aug Fort Anne (Rain or Shine) No Reservations - Sponsored by - 219 St.George Street THE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION Annapolis Royal, NS OF ANNAPOLIS ROYAL 902-532-2393 www.Tour AnnapolisRoyal.com European Cuisine For Reservations, Party Catering & Tee Times our Specialty Call 1 (902) 532-2064 Lunch & Supper/Dinner [email protected] ™ Trademarks of The Bank of Nova Scotia. Page 26, EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide Fun for All Seasons

inter, Spring, Summer and W Fall, there’s always some- thing fun happening in historic and scenic Annapolis Royal. ARTFELT CHRISTMAS Enjoy unique and leisurely shopping in colourful stores, a fun- filled Winter Market, art shows, craft markets and Victorian Christmas plus a creative blend of whimsical and traditional decor hand-crafted by local artists. Other highlights include Late Night Shopping events, bonfire, old-fashioned Walking Parade of Lights and a special Tree Lighting celebration with hot chocolate, tasty cookies, caroling and visits with Santa. King’s Theatre offers live theatre, musical shows and a free Lion’s Club children’s movie. Welcome 2014 with the Town’s annual New Year’s Day Levee at the Legion. Explorer Guide on Facebook and the online Holiday Explorer has info on sales and Artfelt Christmas contests. www.ExplorerGuide.ca VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS The Annapolis Heritage Society’s Victorian Christmas at the O’Dell House Museum is a “must Artfelt Christmas (Scranton) do” holiday tradition. Sing Christmas carols, and sample tasty cookies and hot mulled cider. Enjoy beautiful costumes and exquisite, hand-made decorations. Nov. 29, 30, Dec. 1, 6, 7 and 8. 7 - 9 p.m. Fri. and Sat. 2 - 4 p.m., Sun. 532-7754. Don’t miss it! www.annapolisheritagesociety.com

Kayak the many waterways www.ExploreGhostTown.com Victorian Christmas at the O’Dell House Museum (Melanson) Snowshoe at Historic Gardens

The Chapel Gallery Annapolis Living & Learning Institute 2013 31 Mar - 28 Apr Sophie Paskins Exhibit 09 June - 30 June Shalan Joudry & Group In keeping with the “Live Schedule 07 July - 28 July “Quotes, Quarks & Life and Learn” philosophy, the Quiddity” Artists Way unique and innovative Annapolis 04 Aug - 08 Sept “Black & Blue” Wayne Living & Learning Institute ARTsPLACE Boucher, Don Pentz brings the skills of the many 15 Sept - 13 Oct My Story Photo Project Tuesday - Friday 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. 20 Oct - 17 Nov Ray Mackie talented people in the Annapolis 24 Nov - 22 Dec Searching for Santa Royal region together with those Weekends 1 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.* who wish to engage in life-long (*Weekends by Volunteer - Call ahead) learning. Enjoy an impressive variety of interesting seminars, Arts Tuesdays The Mym Gallery hands-on workshops, colourful Bite-sized portions of music, art and A series of 18-day exhibitions throughout lectures and fun-filled retreats. drama. Third Tuesday of each month, the year of emerging and established The Annapolis Living and 7:00 - 9:00 pm, thru April 15. By donation. artists and groups. Learning Institute has also Main Gallery Special Events created a repository to gather together and care for the 31 Mar - 05 May East Coast Aboriginal 06 Apr “Going Once Going Twice” Art, Alan Syliboy Auction, Entertainment & costumes made over the years for 12 May - 16 June Anti-Depression Demos. 6 - 10 pm, Legion various events and to facilitate Chamber, 17 - 25 Aug ARTsUNLEASHED their use by the community in the Miller/Roode 17 - 18 Aug “Paint the Town” (See p.15) future. The Institute offers both 21 June - 28 July Steve de Bruyn 20 - 31 Oct Ghost Town Events costume rental and costume- 04 Aug - 08 Sept “Black & Blue” Wayne 03 - 24 Nov ART Foodraiser & Exhibition 01 - 19 Dec ARCAC Members’ Show/Sale making workshops. Gardening, cider pressing, cooking, costume making and photography plus artisan, Boucher, Don Pentz For info on ALLI programs craft and environmental workshops are just a few of the programs that have been 396 St. George Street, Annapolis Royal, NS 902-532-7069 visit www.living-learning.ca offered by ALLI, the Annapolis Living and Learning Institute.. e-mail: [email protected] website: www.arcac.ca EXPLORER, 2013 Official Visitors Guide, Page 27 Atlantic Canada’s Premier Fun Destination Upper Clements Parks

Upper Clements Parks are Enjoying a day at the Theme located five kilometres west of Park will get your adrenaline Annapolis Royal, overlooking the pumping on the wooden roller scenic Annapolis Basin. The Parks coaster or by plunging down the deliver thrilling rides, exciting sky-high flume ride. Crash and adventure and live entertainment, bang in the bumper boats and whirl all in an enjoyable outdoor down the huge waterslide. It’s a day atmosphere. full of excitement for the young and Upper Clements Parks offers young at heart. you an experience like no other at Enjoy a meal or snack in one of The Historic Gardens won a 2012 Canadian and International Garden Tourism Award as one of the “5 North the professionally designed and our restaurants. Try the famous American Gardens Worth Travelling For” and was #1 on Trip Advisor in 2011 for “Things to Do in Nova Scotia”. built Adventure Park. Located extra large cookie from the Homestyle adjacent to the Theme Park, the Bakery or something cold from the 2012 Garden Tourism Award Winner Adventure Park includes 14 zip Ice Cream Parlour. There is lines in combination with 43 something delicious for everyone’s stations of elevated bridges and palette in any of the 10 food service Enjoy The Historic Gardens challenge courses. All situated in a outlets. Attractions Canada Provincial development of gardening in Nova sign lists the family names from the Award Winner and Crystal Tourism Scotia: from displays of native 1671 census. Award of Excellence recipient from species, through methods of early The Innovative Garden is a the Tourism Industry Association Acadian farming, to innovative unique resource for the home of Nova Scotia, the Historic gardening techniques of the future. gardener. Visitors enjoy ideas for Gardens is a special showcase of “Stop and Smell the Roses” garden design, plant materials and gardening methods and plant and enjoy the spectacular Rose creative gardening techniques. species. Renowned as one of Collection featuring some 2,000 The Gardens Interpretive Canada’s finest, the Historic bushes representing more than 200 Centre features photo displays of Gardens delights visitors of all ages cultivars. Other favourite displays the development of the Gardens, with themed gardens, colourful include the stunning Victorian and highlights the Acadian heritage collections and unique displays. Garden and an 18th century of the area, including info on salt Located in Annapolis Royal, Governor’s Garden, illustrative of marshes, and an 18th century an area rich in heritage, and home the period when Annapolis Royal Acadian aboiteau, the large wooden of the first permanent European was the seat of English government sluiceway used by Acadians to settlement in Canada, the Gardens in the province. The Knot Garden, drain water from their dyked lands. is situated in one of the first with its intricate patterns of Original pre-expulsion artifacts are cultivated areas in North America. exquisite interlocking hedge work, scarce which makes this so special. From its picturesque setting reminiscent of the 16th century, is The Historic Gardens is owned overlooking the wetlands and another highlight. and operated by a non-profit meadows of a tidal river valley, The Acadian section features a charitable organization. Admission the Gardens features ten acres of replica of a 1671 Acadian dwelling, fees go toward the operation and display gardens and seven acres of complete with thatched roof, along maintenance of the Gardens. Upper Clements Parks feature 31 rides and attractions at the Theme reclaimed marshlands, enclosed by with a garden, orchard and dyked Tickets are good for the entire day. Park and challenge courses and ziplines at the Adventure Park. a dyke walk. Here visitors will land. This reconstructed example of Senior, family and group rates are experience local history from a pre-expulsion Acadian lifestyle is also available. For info: (902) 532- natural setting where you go A day or two spent at Upper horticultural perspective and the one of only a few in existence. A 7018, www.historicgardens.com through a beautiful forested area Clements Parks promises to be under the canopy of the tree tops. A memorable for everyone – it’s your team of expert guides will ensure a destination for summer fun and Stroll Through the Centuries... safe and rewarding experience adventure. For additional information while you work your way from call toll-free 1-888-248-4567 or visit course to course. www.upperclementsparks.com Historic ~ Scenic ~ Fun

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