2020 EXPERIENCE GUIDE

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The global tourism industry is We love to welcome visitors, but public safety 2 is paramount at this time. As a result, we want 3 based on interactions with other to provide you with factual and up-to-date people and this is especially so on information about the situation on Cape Breton Cape Breton Island where a spirit of Island, please visit hospitality is in our DNA. www.cbisland.com/covid-19-coronavirusupdate/. During this uncertain time, we are releasing this digital copy of our 2020 Experience Guide for visitors to view for future trip planning to the Island when it’s safe to do so. Please visit each operator’s website for their updates on the 2020 season as we progress through this outbreak. VisitCapeBreton.comCap-Rouge Cabot Trail

Welcome to Cape Breton Island At the northern tip of , Outdoor Adventure, Coastal Adventure, Living 4 Cultures, Culinary, History, Music & the Arts, 5 Cape Breton Island is a magical place and Golf. Inside, you’ll find an array of exciting of spectacular coastline, exceptional packages and experiences that range from scenery, delicious seafood, cooking lobster on a beach in Cape Breton Highlands National Park to learning and rich culture. traditional basket weaving with an Indigenous Mi’kmaw artisan. There’s so much to see and do on the Island, so it’s best if we break it down for you into seven We recommend spending at least 5-7 days on the experience categories: Island for a full experience. And you may return home after your vacation, but your heart will never leave. PORT-AUX-BASQUES

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NENN National Park Easy to Find. Prepare for an experience Hard to Leave. Cabot Trail that will uplift your spirit PORT-AUX-BASQUES The journey of a and awaken your senses. lifetime—one of Pleasant Bay Several carriers fly into the JA Douglas McCurdy N ARGENTIA Sydney Airport via Halifax Stanfield International 6h T PERRE the world’s most Ingonish C ET EN EBEC 2 PRNCE ER scenic drives. Airport; there are also direct flights from , N 16h Ontario and Montréal, . Chéticamp NE BRNC 2 Sydney Area - Marconi Trail By car, the Trans- Highway in Nova Scotia 1h SYDNEY Canada’s Rich coal mining history, will lead you to Cape Breton Island. 104 charming Coastal Musical Coast provides bus service from various locations. NTR villages and fine craft. OTTAWA MONTRÉAL NE Celtic fiddling, 14h 30m 401 2h 15m Acadian dance and Margaree Englishtown Visitors from the Northeast United States, New 1h 19m (direct) 2h 25m ERNT BAR HARBOR some of the best Brunswick and can ferry to 3h (via Halifax) HALIFAX North Sydney 6 N CT 3h golf in the world. Nova Scotia and drive through to Cape Breton. 7 St. Ann’s 3h 30m 45m (direct) Inverness Ferries also sail from Newfoundland to NE HPHRE YARMOUTH Sydney North Sydney. TORONTO Wagmatcook Membertou 18h N Mabou 2h 20m (direct) NE R A CHETT Eskasoni Getting Around 2h 55m (via Halifax) E Port Hood Iona T E C T We'koqma'q If you fly into Sydney, car rentals are available or R O E E C CNNECTCT T R you may hire a taxi or take a shuttle. If you have a N E R C O I car, driving time on the Trans-Canada 105 will get Bras d’Or Lake R Louisbourg Area PENNN T A Biosphere Reserve An 18th-century fortress, you from the Canso Causeway, the gateway to N and in-land sea. & beautiful the Island, to Sydney in two hours. NE St. Peter’s Potlotek ERE A surrounding area. Road routes loop around the Island and it’s easy L Port Hawkesbury to get from one region to another. But don’t rush. T ERE Isle Madame RN Cape Breton’s South Coast Pick up a visitors map and savour your journey. A Sumptuous seafood and pristine

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Outdoor Adventure 9 1 10 &11 Pleasant Bay Our trails, hills and mountains provide a wealth of options for Ingonish the outdoor adventurer. Hike in Cape Breton Highlands National 3 Park to a spectacular view of the Cabot Trail as it winds along 6 Chéticamp the coastline. Rent a bike and explore Celtic Shores Coastal Trail as it takes you through communities along the west coast of the Island. Have your camera ready for up-close encounters with whales or perhaps a moose. 4 Margaree Englishtown 8 7 North Sydney 9

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Blue Bayou Resort Breton Air Cape Breton Highlands National Park Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort Ingonish and the Highlands Helicopter Tour Lake Nights 2 Night Honeymoon & Hot Tub Package

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10 11 Pick your place and pick your at night and enjoy a sunset view Welcome to Blue Bayou Resort, away from the National Park limits, As the darkness creeps in, listen for “Seeing in the Dark” at Warren Lake. season for your Honeymoon. of the Bird Islands. Activities are This incredibly scenic helicopter in all flight regimes around our rock Cape Breton Highland’s Glamping positioned along the South Harbour. the haunting sounds of the night Lantern Walk through Time: Or Honeymoon again, along the in abundance; enjoy hiking or tour will have you viewing the in the sea. Visit our website for more Campground. The comfort of a hotel Come to where the mountains during the “Lantern Walk through Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays Cabot Trail! Visit Cabot Shores snowshoeing (season depending), fantastic sights of the Cabot Trail information on our services. Base stay in a billion star environment. meet the sand, where John Cabot Time” by Freshwater Lake. Or learn (1.5 hours) Wilderness Resort and experience relax and enjoy morning meditation including Cape Smokey, Keltic locations are out of Sydney Airport, Breathtaking views are at your made his stand in the Heart of the tips and tricks for using your senses the Cape Breton Highlands and and Qi Gong. Counsel on Cabot Trail Lodge, lngonish and the Cape Breton Port of Sydney and Ingonish Landing doorstep. Situated 200 meters Highlands. to peek under the cover of night Seeing in the Dark: Mondays, Atlantic Ocean from a Japanese and Cape Breton itineraries also Highlands. Our high performance Marina. Call to book your experience during the vibrant nocturnal walk Wednesdays, Fridays (2.5 hours) Cedar tub or soft hot tub. Stargaze available. helicopters allow for safe operations today! • Choice of King or Double Queen suite domes, tipis, or RV sites • 2 nights accommodations with hot tub in either a yurt, lodge room, or • Daily tours offered from 8:00 am - 6:00 pm • Pre-registration required at visitor centre or by phone • Kayaks, Canoes, and SUP board rentals onsite dome (in season) • Must arrive and check in 20 minutes prior to departure • has made a number of changes to operations due to • Discounted Mountain Adventures zipline passes for guests the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult • Dinner for two each night (vegetarian, seafood and meat options) • 3 seat minimum, 5 adults maximum • Use promo code “dome” to save 10% on 2 or more nights stay in our Domes parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. • All you can eat healthy buffet breakfast for two each morning Starting at $200 per night www.bluebayouresort.com www.bretonair.com $14.70 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton Starting at $535 www.cabotshores.com Starting at $169.99 per person for Domes 1-647-995-1633 1-902-789-2169 per person 1-902-285-2535 per couple + Tax & Gratuity 1-866-929-2584 Outdoor Adventure VisitCapeBreton.com

Cabot Trail Biker Guided Tours Cape Breton Highlands National Park Chanterelle Country Inn and Cottages Helicopter Tours with Celtic Air Services & Cabot Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Rentals Seaside Square Set The Cape Breton “Sampler” See Cape Breton Like You’ve Never Seen it Before

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12 13 Rent current model year Harley- Tour includes headsets for up to A sampler of not to be missed estuary of North River as it flows into Davidsons and enjoy Canada’s 13 riders. Bike rentals: $200/day or experiences in Cape Breton that St. Ann’s Harbour and the Atlantic Come and fly with Celtic Air Services out on this unique family friendly favourite Motorcycle Road - The $1,200/week, insurance included, introduces history, culture and nature. Ocean. The 100km Restaurant serves and see the world famous Cabot experience that’s guaranteed Cabot Trail! You may even get a unlimited mileage. $2,500 deposit The eco-award-winning Chanterelle a refined, locally-sourced menu, Trail, and Cape Breton Highlands to leave you with unforgettable personalized guided trip with Daniel paid on rental. Riding gear available. Celebrate the cultural heritage of new-found knowledge to the test as Country Inn & Cottages is the perfect which changes daily depending on National Park. Our exhilarating memories and a new-found Ross, host of Harley-Davidson’s Daily tours with Daniel, unlimited Cape Breton Highlands National you dance a full set to the rhythm of place to take in the beauty and bounty what is fresh. And it’s served on the tours will fly you over some of Cape appreciation of this Island Common Ground Documentary and group size, $1,000/day. Park with this new program. Learn live fiddle music accompanied by of Cape Breton. The 100-acre estate veranda accompanied by flocks of Breton’s most sought-after locations, we call home. founder of Cabot Trail Biker steps and figures, then put your the waves crashing nearby. sits high on a brae overlooking the hummingbirds. showing you breathtaking views of (call for availability). our rugged coastlines like you’ve Email [email protected] never seen them before. Don’t miss to book your next tour! • All gear with rentals is available • 1.5 to 2 hours • Award-winning inn and cottage accommodations • Guide includes ‘In Helmet’ communications with guide • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to • Travel packages designed to “sample” the culture, history, cuisine and the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult nature of Cape Breton • Visit our website for tour locations and times www.cabottrailbiker.com parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. • Daily menu created by our chef from local ingredients • Contact us to get your helicopter tour gift certificate today 1-902-870-4630 $200-$1200 www.cabotpowersports.com $14.70 per person www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton For two, starting at www.chanterelleinn.com Starting at $149 www.celticairservices.com 1-902-539-1730 (Family rates available) 1-902-285-2535 $815 plus tax 1-866-277-0577 per person 1-902-625-2206 Outdoor Adventure VisitCapeBreton.comNorth River Falls North River Provincal Park

Highlands Hostel True North Destinations Wellness Weekends: True North Destinations The Temple of High Adventure & Culture A Signature Luxury Dome Retreat Starlit Night Hike & Stay

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The famous Highlands Hostel is of Cape North, ‘The Winter Capital 14 a Cabot Trail must! This 4-season of Nova Scotia’, at the very top of 15 outdoor adventure base camp is the Cabot Trail. Highlands Hostel strategically nestled between the is action central in Cape Breton’s Join us for a weekend of art, yoga, yoga classes with Breathing Space Cape Breton Highlands National wildest corner! Bring what you wine and hiking that offers the CB, guided local hike, local wine perfect combination of island and chocolate tasting, east coast Join is for a unique adventure with Canada Perfect Picnic for Two Park and the soft sandy beaches of need to explore the Highlands, we’ll our Starlit Skyline Night Hike and (which includes a keepsake blanket the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy any of the provide the cozy base camp. Large adventure and highland repose in art party, oceanside campfires your luxury Geodesic Dome! What’s with music, intro to meditation and see one of the most famous hiking & picnic basket), two guided hikes: 32 hikes, 12 beaches and refreshing groups of 25 are welcome. Stay two trails like never before! Included in the Skyline night hike and MacIntosh rivers all within an hour of the hostel, days; you’ll wish you did! Check out included: welcome wine and hors mimosa closing of the weekend. d’oeuvres, continental breakfast, Each guest will also receive a your package is a one night stay in Brook morning hike. Can’t stay the with the best being right out the our Instagram our 5-star luxury domes, a Parks night? Call us to reserve hiking only! back door. Located in the Village @highlandshostel one light lunch, one dinner, guided keepsake tee or tank.

• #1 Winter Destination! Large groups welcome! • 2 night weekend stay • 3:00 pm check in - full schduele of events online • Ski at Ski Cape Smokey, Snowshoe at North Highlands Nordic • May 22-24, July 17-19 and September 18-20 • Bring proper hiking clothing, water bottle, flashlight/headlamp • Jam Sessions – Sandy Beaches – Let’s get firewood • $1298 per couple, $1796 per quad (4 people) • Hiking only rates available

www.highlandshostel.ca www.truenorthdestinations.ca Starting at $454 www.truenorthdestinations.ca $30 per bunk eh! Starting at $449 per person 1-833-381-6553 1-833-223-6637 per double occupancy 1-833-223-6637 VisitCapeBreton.comDingwall Harbour Meat Cove Dingwall

Coastal Adventure 13 16 Pleasant Bay Cape Breton Island has some of the most dramatic coastline Ingonish in the world. A great way to explore it is by kayak, giving you an intimate and engaging experience with your surroundings. Chéticamp Take a relaxing sailing tour on the Bras d’Or Lake, an inland saltwater sea and UNESCO Biosphere, or adventure onto the Atlantic to see whales, seals and seabirds and our incredible 18 coastal vistas. 14 Margaree Englishtown 16 19 North Sydney 17 St. Ann’s Inverness 17 Glace Bay Baddeck Sydney Wagmatcook 15 Membertou Mabou Eskasoni Port Hood Iona We'koqma'q E Ben Eoin Louisbourg O R R 12

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Canal Landing Capt. Mark’s Whale & Seal Cruise CB West Paddle Boards Cruise and Learn Adventure at St.Peter’s Canal National Historic Site Zodiac Whale Watching Margaree River Run Sailing School 12 13 14 15

Capt. Mark’s is Pleasant Bay’s birds. Off in the distance you may 18 most experienced whale watching even get a glimpse of moose and 19 company. Operating for 26 years, bears. The scenery on its own is Come visit us at the Canal Landing, that are culturally orientated, has Capt. Mark and his son Capt. breathtaking. The spectacular rock Cruise and Learn Adventure Sailing will receive a copy of the Canadian where the ocean meets the inland recreational equipment rentals and Ben take you along Cape Breton’s and cliff formations, mysterious sea School (CLASS) offers Canadian Recreational Yachting Association sea. Located on a National Historic a place to purchase authentic high pristine coastlines in search of caves, waterfalls, abandoned cove Guided tours down the lower honing your skills as you learn a Recreational Yachting Association sailing manual. Students site, The Canal Landing was once quality crafts. We offer a range of whales like Pilot, Minke, Finback settlements and colourful fishermen Margaree River, on a SUP little bit about the area and culture. accredited sailing lessons. Students successfully completing the 5-day the home of Nicolas Denys’ Trading services that cater to your sense of and Humpback. You may also see just make it more so! (stand up paddle board) or kayak. Wear something you’re comfortable will live aboard our 37-foot Tayana course will receive certification as Post, a place where early settlers adventure varying from kayaking to seals, bald eagles and various sea Paddle through changing getting wet in and aqua friendly Cutter-rigged sloop for 3 or 5-day either a Competent Crew or Day would trade with the Mi’kmaw. The lobster fishing to traditional tours. landscapes and salmon pools, while footwear. sessions, learning and applying Skipper, depending on the level of Canal Landing offers experiences • July 1 - October 17 all aspects of handling and sailing course taken. • 10:00 am, 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm (2-3 hour duration) • 2-3 hour duration the vessel. Registered students • Canteen services daily. Pre-ordered picnics available. • Dress in layers, preferably water resisitant clothing. We provide • Daily, June 15 - October 1 • Visit our website for a full schedule of excursions life jackets and rent rain suits. Bring sunscreen, camera and water. • Guided tours at 9:00 am are $69.99. Rentals and transportation • Weekly, June 1 - September 30 • Rentals available daily (weather depending) starting at 1:00 PM are $50 • Warm clothing is required, rain gear, and waterproof footwear

www.canallanding.ca $70/Adult $65/Senior www.whaleandsealcruise.com www.cbwestsup.com $750 per student (5-day class) www.cruiseandlearn.org Prices Vary $69.99 per person 1-902-631-5850 $60/Child 6-18 years old 1-888-754-5112 1-902-224-5770 $500 per student (3-day class) 1-800-717-1432 Coastal Adventure VisitCapeBreton.com

Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari Donelda’s Puffin Boat Tours Live Life In Tents North River Kayak Puffins, Eagles, Seals & Memories of a Lifetime Margaree River Tubing & River Nest Wilderness Cabins

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Take a break from your day to relax (LLIT HQ) to our launch point on 20 on the famous Margaree River. Let the river. Upon completing your 21 Located just 20 minutes east of experience. You’ll also likely see the currents carry you downstream adventure, you will be driven back to Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari is located You will also encounter various the seaside village of Baddeck, on kittiwakes, razorbills and even bald as you dip your toes in the clean, your vehicle. Multiple convenience in the tiny fishing village of Neils seabirds, seals and, in August the Cabot Trail, we are a Bird Island eagles. Watching grey seals basking crisp water. Keep your eyes items are available to make your trip Harbour, just below the lighthouse. and September, the impressive boat tour that travels to the nesting on the rocks is also a probability. Join North River Kayak Tours on the After your tour, you can relax in peeled for salmon, eagles and the seamless. Join us and embark on a minimum Leatherback Turtle. Combine this grounds of the adorable black and The Bird Islands are an official bird famous Cabot Trail for a 1/2 day your private hand-crafted boutique occasional otter. two-hour adventure in search of with the rocky cliff shoreline of white, and orange beaked Atlantic sanctuary located one mile off Pair this adventure with one of our guided kayak tour (3 hours) and a wilderness cabin while gazing out different whale species such as Fin, northern Cape Breton and it will be puffin. Sightings are guaranteed Cape Dauphin. Ground transportation will take you camping and glamping sites for comfortable stay on-site at River at the North River, reflecting on the Pilot, Minke, Humpbacks and others. an unforgettable experience! on this 2.5-hour bird watching from Live Life In Tents Headquarters special discounts. Nest Wilderness accommodations. days paddle.

• Daily Tours: 10:00 am, 12:30 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:30 pm, plus private tours • Adults: $52 (Card) $48 (Cash) CAA/AAA discounts available • 1.5 - 3 hours • 9:00 am and 1:00 pm daily • We supply all the gear required on your adventure whether • Seniors: $50 (Card) $46 (Cash) • Bring water shoes or sandals, dry change of clothes • Bring along a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, footwear that can rain or shine • Youth 7-12 $22 (Card) $19 (Cash) and drinking water • Ages 3 and under not recommended get wet and a spare change of clothes • 6 & Under Free • Daily July 1 - September 3 • Please be prepared to have fun! Adults $49 www.dixonszodiacseafari.com Students $35 $19 to $52 www.puffinboattours.com $30 per person www.livelifeintents.com www.northriverkayak.com 1-855-259-4122 $287 per couple Children 10 & under $25 (Taxes and gratuities extra) 1-877-2PUFFIN discounts for groups larger than 10 1-902-452-1600 1-888-865-2925 VisitCapeBreton.com Meat Cove Eskasoni Cultural Journeys Living Cultures Eskasoni

Pleasant Bay The Mi’kmaq have lived here since time immemorial and their 20 Ingonish culture continues to thrive with legends, music and stories that have been passed down over generations. The Acadians Chéticamp came to the Island from the mid to late 1700’s, bringing their vibrant French culture and joie de vivre to the Cape Breton story. From the mid 1700’s to late 1800’s, the Island welcomed Gaelic immigrants from Scotland who brought their language Margaree Englishtown and culture. These three foundational cultures are central to the 22 23 North Sydney 23 Island’s identity, but industrialization and globalization brought Inverness St. Ann’s Glace Bay more people from around the globe, creating a Baddeck Sydney diverse multicultural society. Wagmatcook 26 24 Membertou Mabou 25 Eskasoni Port Hood Iona We'koqma'q 21 Ben Eoin 27 E Louisbourg R 22 O R

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Cape Breton Highlands National Park Eskasoni Cultural Journeys National Historic Site Kluskap Ridge RV Park and Campground Sharing Stories: Mi’kmaw Culture Mi’kmaw Interpretation Centre

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24 Kluskap Ridge is a one-of-a- We offer Indigenous-inspired arts 25 kind campground destination and crafts and on Thursday nights Hear the story of Sismoqnapui smudging, storytelling, and games. Discover a part of the rich Mi’kmaw The Mi’kmaw Interpretation Centre in . Owned and from June to September we have a Skwe’j—Sweetwater Maiden, a young Programs are delivered 5 days a P’jilasi. ‘Welcome’ in our native delighted to share their knowledge heritage of Unama’ki! During at the Fortress of Louisbourg is a operated by community members drumming session around the fire. Mi’kmaw woman who was the first week by Indigenous author, Parks tongue. The 2.4km hiking trail will with you. Learn to dance make axe Louisbourg’s French occupation, special place to talk about Mi’kmaw from Membertou, a community We also provide customized tipis to discover and boil sismoqnapui Canada interpreter and former chief take you along the Bras d’Or Lake handles and make traditional four the Mi’kmaq played a vital role, history through images, artifacts, of the Mi’kmaq Nation, the for accommodations along with ( sap) in Mi’kma’ki (Eastern Mary Louise Bernard. Check website and its beautiful scenery. Experience cents bread over an open fire. Your supporting the community through songs, traditional drumming and partners wish to share parts of glamping tents and traditional RV North America) or participate in one for further information. several facets of traditional life tour will take two hours and will knowledge sharing and supporting storytelling. their culture with their guests. and tenting sites. of the programs offered: campfires, as you meet and interact with leave you wanting more! the French in times of war. our heritage interpreters who are • We partnered with East Coast Glamping of Halifax to help us offer a • 1 - 1.5 hours • 9:30 am - 5:00 pm 5-Star Glamping service. Now boasting a 4.5 star rating on • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to • Group rates available • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to Trip Advisor and 4.4 on Google.ca the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult • Specialty tours upon request the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult • 7 days a week parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. • Reservations required parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. • 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Adults $49.00 www.dixonszodiacseafari.com Free with park www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton Students $35.00 www.eskasoniculturaljourneys.ca Free with site www.parkscanada.gc.ca/louisbourg $34.50 - $150 www.kluskapridge.ca $40 per person 855 259 4122 entrance pass 1-902-224-2306 Children 10 & under $25.00 1-902-322-2279 entry pass 1-902-733-3552 per night 1-902-929-2598 Living Cultures VisitCapeBreton.com

Comunn Féis an Eilein Membertou Heritage Park Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College Made of Stories – Experiential Tour Interactive Cultural Demonstrations 2020 Summer Gaelic Events

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26 27 Thigibh dhàn Chéilidh-Come to the Deich Bliadhna. The 30th Annual Join our costumed animators as the heart of their struggles and Céilidh! We invite you to explore our Féis an Eilein takes place August Come visit the Membertou Hertiage All workshops are offered daily you travel back in time through yearning for a better life. Celebrate Island’s Gaelic culture. The bilingual 18-22, 2020. The “Féis” is a 5-day Park for our 20 experiences for under pending availability of supplies and four distinct eras – eras that the rich history of these hearty Gaelic-English concert series Gaelic cultural festival designed to Get a first-hand look at the living common Gaelic phrases and a song $20! We offer many experiences from instructor. Please call to book your chronical the Gaels as they built Nova Scotia Gaels on this 43-acre features some of Cape Breton’s provide a hands-on experience with traditions of Nova Scotia Gaels during a milling frolic, tap your toes making your own moccasins, dream workshop and visit our website for a their new lives in Nova Scotia. living history museum perched on finest traditional musicians, Gaelic our language and culture. Enjoy a with these interactive cultural to live traditional music, and watch catchers, medicine pouch, or baskets list of all 20 experiences. Greeted by a thick and unfamiliar a hill overlooking the picturesque www.kluskapridge.ca singers, and step-dancers. concert, lecture, traditional milling demonstrations. Witness the our master weaver create one-of-a- to learning about Mi’kmaq drumming forest, following weeks of Bras d’Or Lake. Tours take place 1-866-929-2598 Complimentary tea and frolic, and workshops in Gaelic construction of the original kilt, learn kind pieces at the loom. and chanting. sailing rough seas, this two-hour Friday and Saturday from refreshments served. Fichead’s language and song. storytelling tour puts you at 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. • Open year round • Half hour to 4 hours • Wheelchair accessible • 7:30 pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm) 2 hour duration • 9:00 am - 4:30 pm daily during peak season (June-October) • Guided storytelling tour and milling frolic • Weekdays (June - October) • Weekly, July 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11 and August 18 - 22 • Monday to Friday (November-May) • Try a traditional oatcake and cup of tea • 10:30 am - 2:00 pm www.membertouheritagepark.com www.highlandvillage.ca $10/Adult, $8/Youth, www.gaeliccollege.edu www.feisaneilein.ca Under $20 per person $25 per person Adults $15 children 1-902-567-5333 $15 per student 1-866-442-3542 $25/Family of Four 1-902-295-3411 14 & under $5 1-902-622-2627 VisitCapeBreton.com Meat Cove Baddeck Lobster Suppers Culinary Experiences Baddeck

Pleasant Bay Cape Breton Island is recognized among culinary enthusiasts Ingonish as a “must-eat” region for its renowned shellfish. The finest lobster and snow crab in the world comes from the cold Chéticamp coastal waters off Cape Breton. From foraging for mushrooms to buying grass-fed Highland beef at a farmers market, the Island celebrates local ingredients, used on the menus of many local restaurants. Pair your meal with a local craft beer, North Margaree Englishtown America’s first Single Malt Whisky, or rum aged to perfection at 28 North Sydney 29 the Fortress of Louisbourg. Inverness St. Ann’s 33 35 Glace Bay 32 Baddeck 34 Sydney Wagmatcook 30 Membertou Mabou 29 28 Eskasoni Port Hood Iona We'koqma'q Ben Eoin E 31 Louisbourg R O R

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Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site Baddeck Lobster Suppers Big Brewing Breton Brewing Co. Organic Craft Beer and Farm-to-Fork Food Truck Tour and Tasting Experience Rum: The Spirit of Louisbourg

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30 Breton Brewing opened its doors of this award-winning brewery by Discover the taste and aroma Parks Canada has partnered with 31 Fresh hard-shell lobster and Breton Island, where they farmed in 2015 and has established itself taking a tour of their brewing facility. of Fortress™ Rum and the story Authentic Seacoast Company, all-you-can-eat chowder and the land and fished the waters to as a must-see destination in Cape Walk through the normally off-limits of this drink made from sugar. who created a signature edition mussels! Incredible! And while the provide for their family. Experience Atlantic Canada’s 4 days a week, a family & dog Breton. A welcoming taproom and area of the brewery to get a richer Sample an authentic rum punch rum maturing in barrels at the food is amazing, so too are the only certified organic on-farm friendly outdoor bar, and incredible beer garden offer a lighthearted understanding of the brewing recipe and learn how sugar Fortress of Louisbourg. Fortress™ stories behind the food. Arriving The Montgomery men continue to craft brewery and hop yard, with local eats from our own Farm-to- atmosphere where patrons can process, then sample some product cane and its alcoholic offshoot Rum captures the authentic spirit from Scotland in 1828, John fish these shores today, bringing spectacular views of the UNESCO Fork food truck—you’ll want to sit and enjoy an array of natural, and learn about its connection to influenced trade, shipping, and of New ’s rum trade. Montgomery and his wife planted the finest fresh lobster to Baddeck Biosphere Bras d’Or Lake, and stop by more than once! Certified unfiltered & preservative-free ales the Island. slavery in colonial North America. À la santé and cheers! their roots along the coast of Cape Lobster Suppers. in-depth tours of our two breweries. Organic: Because Natural Means and lagers. Experience the magic With live music on our cozy patio Nothing. • 35 minutes • Locally-fished hard-shell lobster, Atlantic salmon, • Now offering next-day home delivery to the local area • Must be 19 years of age or older Cape Breton snow crab or AAA striploin steak • Brewery open year-round. Food offered mid May to mid October (30km from brewery) or pick up in store options • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to • All-you-can-eat mussels & chowder • Brewery 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, 7 days a week. Food 11:30 am to 7:00 pm • To order, visit our online store or phone into the brewery the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult • Locally-sourced wines and spirits Wednesday to Sunday. Open until 8:00 pm daily in July and August. • Must be over 19 years of age parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. Adults $49.00 www.dixonszodiacseafari.com www.baddecklobstersuppers.ca PintsStudents and flights $35.00 $8 to $10 www.bigspruce.ca www.bretonbrewing.ca www.parkscanada.gc.ca/louisbourg Prices vary 855 259 4122 Prices vary $10.80 per person 1-902-295-3307 ChildrenFood 10available & under $8 $25.00 and up 1-902-295-2537 1-902-270-4677 1-902-733-3552 Culinary Experiences VisitCapeBreton.com

Glenora Inn & Distillery Governors Pub & Eatery Inverary Resort The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse Backstage Pass Cape Breton Seafood and Celtic Experience Lakeside Sunset Ceilidhs & Lobster 32 33 34 35

32 33 For more than two generations, musicians features music just about See our secrets and learn our the barrel. After experiencing the this local family-owned eatery every night of the week, with special history on a tour through our inn warehouse, your host will bring has been serving up fresh-from- Cape Breton ceilidhs (pronounced Our Ceilidhs & Lobster event Our weekly dinner feature is a fresh, and distillery. We’ll give you a you to the pub for a private tutored the-ocean seafood of the highest KAY-lees), on Wednesdays and takes place every Friday during local lobster dinner served with private tour detailing our journey, whisky tasting of various Glenora calibre, choice hand-cut steaks from Saturdays. For local craft beer, a the summer months from 6:00 homemade potato salad, corn-on- our founder’s vision, the whisky’s expressions. Starting at $125 per the best butchers, and has been Cape Breton-inspired menu and pm - 9:30 pm. Each week, we the-cob, a freshly baked roll and production, and a backstage pass person (excluding taxes). creating appetizers and mains that warm, down-home hospitality, you Enjoy two nights in a king sized chairs reserved with blankets and feature local, talented musicians. garlic butter for dipping. Our full to the Whisky Warehouse where By appointment only, and don’t are distinctively east coast. This hot can’t beat a visit to Governors Pub guest room or suite, sweet treats in accompanied by artisan cheeses Admission is free. You can find us menu is also available. Reservations you’ll draw a sample directly from forget to bring your camera. spot for locals and showcase for & Eatery. your guest room on arrival, breakfast and lightly sparkled Nova Scotian at 424 Charlotte Street in Sydney. are recommended. for two each day, two waterfront red wine. • Participants must be 19 years or over • All shows before 10:00 pm no charge • Large, seasonal rooftop patio overlooking Sydney Harbour • Daily - by appointment only • Showtimes daily, updated schedule on Facebook • 2 Day experience • Open daily 11:00 am • Begins at 3:00 pm, 2 hour duration • Specializes in lobster and local seafood dishes year round • May 24 to October 17 • Lobster & Ceilidh Series - Fridays, 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm during the summer Adults $49.00 www.dixonszodiacseafari.com www.glenoradistillery.com Students $35.00 www.governorseatery.com Starting at $409 www.inveraryresort.com Free to attend - seafood www.oldtrianglesydneyns.com $125 per person Prices Vary 855 259 4122 1-800-839-0491 Children 10 & under $25.00 1-902-562-7646 per couple 1-800-565-5660 dinner at market price 1-902-270-8003 VisitCapeBreton.com Meat Cove International Festival Music and the Arts Island-wide

Pleasant Bay With more fiddlers per capita than anywhere else in the world, 40 Island-wide Ingonish Cape Breton Island is a hot spot for Celtic music and boasts renowned artists like Natalie MacMaster, the Rankin Family, Rita Chéticamp MacNeil, Ashley MacIssac, and many more. The Island also has a rich theatrical scene, from large-scale musicals to a wealth of 45 fabulous local productions.

Margaree Englishtown As you travel through our communities, you can meet artisans 34 37 42 North Sydney 35 at work creating one-of-a-kind masterpieces and even try your 49 St. Ann’s hand in the process. The Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Inverness 48 47 Glace Bay Design has a must-visit Gallery Shop containing the works of Baddeck 43 Sydney Wagmatcook over 100 Cape Breton artisans. 38 39 Membertou Mabou 50 Port Hood 44 Eskasoni Iona 36 We'koqma'q Ben Eoin E Louisbourg R O R

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Acoustic Roots Festival 64th Annual Broad Cove Scottish Concert Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design

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The Acoustic Roots Festival is held laundry facilities, showers, food The Broad Cove Scottish announce that there will be a 36 on the 500-acre site of Two Rivers services, walking trails, petting Concert is deemed as the largest number of local performers from 37 Wildlife Park. The festival features zoo, swimming, wifi services and outdoor Scottish concert in across the province entertaining east coast talent representing observatory for visitors. During Cape Breton. The concert holds us with two major headliners Craft and art often mirror the Sydney. The Gallery Shop offers several genres including folk, the festival, music workshops great significance to the musical to close out the concert! This heritage, lifestyle and geography of Cape Breton craft in a wide variety Baddeck Gathering Ceilidhs are Performers will share the history of country, Celtic, blues and are presented by some of the culture of our Scottish heritage. year’s list of performers boasts a the region where artisans live and of media including pottery, jewellery, entering their twenty-second season the music, tell stories and provide bluegrass. Festival goers get to performers. To book a campsite Entertainment includes traditional strong familial connection to the work – nowhere is this more evident textiles, visual art, wood, glass and showcasing Cape Breton Traditional a musical experience that will enjoy full-service camping for phone 1-902-727-2483. Please piping, fiddling, dancing and performers of the past, weaving than on Cape Breton Island. Cape more. A dynamic exhibition space th Music. A cozy venue that provides delight audiences. A variety of local trailers and RVs as well as a large visit our website for musician singing. The 64 Annual Broad family, music, and culture together Breton Centre for Craft & Design, showcases the latest work of local a unique interactive experience that entertainers will create an authentic tenting area. The Park also has information. Cove Concert is pleased to into one big tartan! located at 322 Charlotte Street, is a artisans as well as regional, national, emulates a traditional kitchen party. look into Cape Breton culture. must-see destination in Downtown and international exhibitions. • September 4: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm, September 5 & 6: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm • Outdoor concert (rain or shine). Seating available, canteen services, • June 17 - October 15 • Three days adult beverage tent, parking, security & washroom facilities • Representing over 100 Cape Breton artisans • Daily from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm • Shuttle service available • Sunday, July 26 from 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm • Share your craft experiences with us using #ilovecbcraft • 2 hour duration • Open year-round $12 per day or $30 for three Adults $49.00 www.acousticrootsfestival.com $20 per adult www.dixonszodiacseafari.com days (discount for students www.broadcoveconcert.ca www.baddeckgathering.com Students $35.00 www.capebretoncraft.com 1-902-727-2483 (children under 12 are free) $10 per person Prices vary 855 259 4122 and seniors) 1-902-295-7663 Children 10 & under $25.00 1-902-270-7491 Music and the Arts VisitCapeBreton.com

Doug Fraser Art Gallery - Experience an Festiville Baddeck Celtic Colours International Festival Customs House Artisan Incubator Evening of Painting with Doug Fraser Art

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38 Join Doug Fraser for a fun and You will leave with your acrylic on 39 unique artistic view of Cape Breton canvas creation. No previous art Island. Enjoy a brief guided walk experience necessary. through the sculptural garden with Celtic Colours International Festival concerts all over Cape Breton Island, a discussion about the pieces and About the artist: Born and raised in is one of Canada’s premiere musical an extensive line-up of community art. Then come into his studio and Cape Breton surrounded by the events and a cultural highlight of events, and a nightly Festival Club At the Customs House Artisan the Gallery Shop which features immerse yourself in Doug’s latest Celtic traditions, it is painting where Nova Scotia’s tourism season. For at Colaisde na Gàidhlig/the Gaelic Incubator in the Town of Port locally handmade Cape Breton craft works (oil on canvas) as he teaches Doug found his creativity. His oil on A fun highlight to the Cape Breton the amazing talent, cultures, and nine days each October, this unique College in St. Ann’s, all set against Hawkesbury, you can see artists in including leather, textiles, jewellery, techniques and perspectives he canvas creations can be found in summer season, this outdoor, spirit of the Island and sweet, celebration of music and culture the stunning backdrop of Cape residence at work in one of the state- pottery, visual art and more. Visit has gained in over 40 years of private and corporate collections evening festival takes over seaside community. presents hundreds of artists in Breton’s brilliant fall foliage. of-the-art studios and learn how the Customs House for all things artistic creativity. worldwide. Baddeck’s main street, showcasing their products are made. Browse handmade! • Friday, October 9 - Saturday, October 17 • Starting at 6:30 pm. 2 hour duration. • 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm • Full schedule available Friday, June 19 • Share your craft experiences with us using #ilovecbcraft • All art supplies and smocks will be provided • July 6 & August 3 • Tickets on sale Tuesday, July 7 • Open year round • Be prepared to do a brief outdoor walk • Free event that is fun for all ages www.celtic-colours.com www.capebretoncraft.com/customs-house $85 per person www.dougfraserart.com www.festivillebaddeck.com Prices vary Prices vary Free Event 1-888-355-7744 1-902-625-1928 (Plus tax, maximum groups of 6) 1-902-258-2455 [email protected] Music and the Arts VisitCapeBreton.com

FireHouse Iron Works & Iron Mountain Glass Artisans Studio & Gallery Town of Port Hawkesbury th Highland Arts Wilderness Cabins - Forge and Forest Glass Blowing Experience 26 Annual Granville Green Concert Series 2020

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Begin this authentic Cape Breton a modern off-grid adventure Island experience by hammering resort in the southern Cape Breton some iron at Whycocomagh’s Highlands. Let the fresh air, dark 40 modern blacksmith shop, skies, and forest revitalize you 41 FireHouse Ironworks Ltd. While as you sit around your campfire , or 2014 as a newly renovated, state- making a small iron item with or sip on a pint or spirit in Nova This year’s series will feature six summer to present wonderful “The HAT” as it’s affectionately of-the-art performance space. In our local smith, you will learn Scotia’s 1st 100% off-grid pub. free outdoor concerts held on music for everyone’s enjoyment. called, is downtown Sydney’s just a few short years, the HAT has more about the heritage craft of In the morning, get a mountain The experienced glass blower It is helpful to arrive well before Sundays from July 5 to August 9 premiere performance venue for become a consistently reliable blacksmithing using a coal forge. hike in, down through the Acadian shows you how to make a piece the class so you can watch the at the Granville Green band shell On the beautiful Strait of Canso, theatre, music, dance, and the professional theatrical presence in hardwood forest via The Great Trail, then guides you to make it. glass blowing demo. The demos in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia. each concert at the band shell performing arts. Formerly the home downtown Sydney, producing quality Retreat from the forge to the forest to a scenic view of the northwestern are free daily 10:00 am through From folk to Celtic, established begins at 7:00 pm and concertgoers of historical St. Andrew’s Church, productions with a special emphasis for an evening at our eco-friendly portion of the Bras d’Or Lake The next day when the glass 5:00 pm. The class must be and emerging artists from across are encouraged to bring blankets the venue officially re-opened in on Cape Breton songs and stories. Iron Mountain Wilderness Cabins, UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. comes out of the kiln, you get to booked 24 hours in advance. Canada will take to the this and chairs for comfort. keep both the demo piece and • Theatre, music and dance productions for everyone’s taste! • Monday - Wednesday. This experience begins at FireHouse Ironworks Ltd. your creation. • Don’t miss our 2020 Summer Season - featuring some of in the afternoon (time confirmed at booking) and check-out at Iron • Sundays - July 5 to August 9 Cape Breton’s best and brightest with a full season of the Mountain Wilderness Cabins at 11am the next morning • 7:00 pm HAT’s Greatest Hits! • Wear sturdy closed toed shoes • Daily, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm • 1 hour duration • 90 minutes • For full schedule and package offers, check out our website below $435 per person Adults $49.00 www.ironmountaincabins.ca www.dixonszodiacseafari.com $575 couple www.glassartisans.ca Students $35.00 www.granvillegreen.ca www.highlandartstheatre.com 1-902-932-7137 $150 per person Free 855 259 4122 Prices Vary $650 family of 4 1-902-929-2585 Children 10 & under $25.00 1-902-625-2591 1-902-565-3637 VisitCapeBreton.com Music and the Arts Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design Sydney Makin’ Waves The Savoy Theatre Theatre Baddeck Presented by Sydney Credit Union The Cape Breton Summertime Revue 2020 Season

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42 Theatre Baddeck is an award- Irish families; He’d Be Your Mother’s 43 winning professional theatre that Father’s Cousin - a reprise of our delights visitors to Baddeck village 2019 sell-out hit; Lauchie, Liza and The Cape Breton Summertime successful musicians At home in Wentworth Park’s including Juno Award nominees with high quality entertainment that Rory - a Cape Breton comedy that Revue is a popular music and and actors have been part of the iconic bandshell in the heart of Neon Dreams, the world renowned is hilarious, heartwarming, and has features many characters and only comedy production which features Cape Breton Summertime Revue – Sydney, Makin’ Waves combines a Celtic ensemble Còig, and The a distinct Cape Breton flavour! Our two actors; and Where You Are – a comical, topical, local content, Maynard Morrison, Bette wonderful community atmosphere Barra MacNeils, and see why Makin’ 2020 Season: Outside Mullingar - a romantic comedy about family, love, mixed with a light-hearted Cape MacDonald, the Rankin Family, Rita with the rich musical tradition of the Waves has been nominated for sweet comedy about neighbouring loss, and life. region. Experience free concerts Event of the Year at the 2020 East Breton perspective and top-notch MacNeil, and Natalie MacMaster, with thousands of new friends Coast Music Awards. original and traditional music. to name just a few. • 7 performances per week from June 25 - August 29 and each Thursday evening in July, Many of Cape Breton Island’s most September 18 - October 4 • Wentworth Park, Sydney Savoy Theatre, Glace Bay • Tuesday - Friday 7:30 pm; Saturday 3:30 pm & 8:00 pm; Sunday 3:30pm • July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 • July 28, 29, 30 • Full performance calendar: www.theatrebaddeck.com/calendar • Weekly at 6:00 pm • August 11, 12 TicketsAdults $18 $49.00- $32 www.theatrebaddeck.comwww.dixonszodiacseafari.com www.makinwavesfestival.ca www.savoytheatre.com (seeStudents website $35.00 for Free Tickets: $54.50 1-902-412-7122855 259 4122 1-902-563-5065 1-902-842-1577 Childrenfull price 10 & list) under $25.00 VisitCapeBreton.com Meat Cove Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site History Louisbourg

Pleasant Bay Travel back to the 1700’s at the Fortress of Louisbourg National Ingonish Historic Site where world powers once fought for control of a continent. French soldiers march through the streets of the Chéticamp town as ladies and gentlemen dance in formal parlours. Cannon fire shakes the ground as harpsichord tunes mingle with baking bread aromas drifting from the stone bakery.

Englishtown Delve into the mind of a genius at the Alexander Graham Margaree 44 North Sydney 45 National Historic Site to see how the inventor helped shape 53 the modern world, from communication to flight to artificial Inverness St. Ann’s Glace Bay respiration. Explore one of our many other museums and Baddeck Sydney Wagmatcook Membertou heritage sites. & Mabou 51 52 Eskasoni Port Hood Iona 54 We'koqma'q Ben Eoin E Louisbourg R O R

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Alexander Graham Bell National National Cape Breton Miners Museum Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site Historic Site White Glove Tour Historic Site Alec & I A Day in the Life of a Cape Breton Coal Miner Cannon Firing | Musket Firing

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Telephones, airplanes, hydrofoil Examine Bell’s own photos, boats - these are the results mementos, gadgets and gizmos 46 of Alexander Graham Bell’s while you learn about the personal Journey into the depths of Ocean rich and lively stories of living and Add an explosive element to your Or sign up with the Compagnies 47 experimentation. But what about and professional influences that Deeps Colliery, a coal mine located mining in Cape Breton. Above visit—train to be a Cannoneer and Franches de la Marine and get a the process? This behind-the- shaped his career. This experience Discover the depth of an incredible and Mabel Hubbard. Deaf since beneath the Museum building. Meet ground, tour our interactive exhibits light the fuse of a cannon identical soldier’s basic training (no push-ups th scenes tour takes you into the is part of Destination Canada’s love story that changed the world. the age of five, Mabel was fluent your tour guide, a former coal miner, and the Miners Village to learn more to those that defended 18 -century required!). You will fire an exact th otherwise inaccessible storage Canadian Signature Experiences Artifacts, photographs, and stories in three languages and involved at the entrance to the mine and about the coal industry and the men Louisbourg. An exclusive training of replica of an 18 -century musket. areas housing artifacts from the collection, which shows the world from more than 45 years spent in her husband’s work from the dress in a poncho and hard hat to and boys who worked tirelessly French colonial artillery techniques. Bell collection. the best that Canada has to offer! together, reveal the trials and invention of the telephone to prepare for the authentic experience underground, and the women who triumphs of Alexander Graham Bell breakthroughs in aviation. ahead. He will entertain you with kept the coal fires burning! • 45 minutes (Cannon) • 30 minutes (Musket) • 30 minutes • Ages 12 and up • Must be 17 years of age or older • Limited to six people per tour • 45 minutes • The underground tour lasts 1.25 hours • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to • For people with mobility issues we recommend the above ground the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult Virtual Mine Tour, a 10 minute ride through the last century of coal parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. mining in Cape Breton • Open from May 24 – October 18: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm $55.20 per person Adults(Cannon $49.00) www.parkscanada.gc.ca/louisbourg $12.27 www.dixonszodiacseafari.com www.parkscanada.gc.ca/bell $7.30 per person www.parkscanada.gc.ca/bell www.minersmuseum.com $36.80Students per person $35.00 1-902-733-3552 per person $18 per person 855 259 4122 1-902-295-2069 1-902-295-2069 1-902-849-4522 Children(Musket 10 & under) $25.00 History VisitCapeBreton.com Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site Baddeck LeNoir Forge Museum Blacksmithing Experience

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48 49 Visit one of the oldest stone buildings Cost includes materials, classes are on Cape Breton Island and learn about limited to 4 participants, and pre- the traditional art of blacksmithing. registration is required. Classes are held Thursdays throughout July and August. Register by calling Participants will produce a forge piece 1-902-226-9364 or e-mail: to take home. [email protected]

• Long pants and closed-toed shoes required, all other protective clothing is provided • 1.5 hour class duration • Blacksmithing classes: Thursdays, July & August: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm • Tea in the Museum: Wednesdays, July 8 - August 26: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm $30 - $65 (Blacksmithing) www.imhs.ca $5 (Tea) 1-902-226-2880 VisitCapeBreton.com Meat Cove Cabot Cliffs Golf Inverness

Pleasant Bay Golf was invented for places like this. Tee off at our Island’s Ingonish many courses, designed to complement the stunning terrain, surrounded by sweeping cliffs and majestic ocean views. Chéticamp 56, 57 & 58 The game of golf is about places — the challenge, beauty and prestige of the course. There are approximately 35 thousand golf courses in the world, but only a selection of these embrace Margaree Englishtown the true spirit of the game. Cape Breton is one of those places 50 North Sydney 51 with 3 courses in Golf Digest’s World 100 Greatest Courses. Inverness St. Ann’s Glace Bay Baddeck Sydney Wagmatcook Membertou Mabou Eskasoni Port Hood Iona We'koqma'q Ben Eoin E Louisbourg R O 59 R

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52 Golf was invented for places like GOLF Magazine and SCOREGolf 53 Cape Breton. And that’s more as one of the best tracks in North than evident when talking about America. Experience for yourself the fabled Stanley Thompson’s why it’s called Thompson’s Come play golf on Stanley round with a great night sleep at the Looking for a getaway for two? Look Links and a choice of one 30-minute Cape Breton Highlands Links golf mountains and oceans masterpiece. Thompson’s Cape Breton Highlands iconic Keltic Lodge resort. Then, no further than Keltic Lodge at the massage, 30-minute facial or a th course. Having celebrated its 75 To truly enjoy the challenge of the Links golf course in our shoulder wake up the next morning after a The Lakes at Ben Eoin is a of Ben Eoin Mountain. After your Highlands! The His n’ Her package pedicure. The package also includes Anniversary in 2016, Highlands place, Keltic Lodge offers the seasons, whether in be in the crisp night full of authentic Celtic music in world-class course with stunning round, indulge in creative, local includes one night accommodations breakfast for two at the Keltic. This has been long recognized by “par-fect” package for two. Spring air or while viewing the our Highland Sitting room, and do it vista views of the Bras d’Or Lake, and irresistible food in our new at the iconic Keltic Lodge resort, a will be a getaway to remember. publications such as Golf Digest, beautiful Fall foilage. Follow your all over again! intricately woven around the base restaurant. round of golf with a cart rental for one at the Cape Breton Highlands • One night accommodation at Keltic Lodge • Spring Dates: May 15 - June 25 Package includes: • One round of golf per person with cart rental at • Fall Dates: September 8 - Season Close • 18 holes with a shared power cart • May 15 - June 25 (Starting at $334 per couple) Cape Breton Highlands Links • One night accommodation and two rounds of golf per person • Dinner for two including bottle of wine • July 2 - September 3 (Starting at $413 per couple) • Breakfast for two with cart rental at Cape Breton Highlands Links • Menu options and wine selection will be available on day of play Adults $49.00 Adults $49.00 Adults $49.00 www.dixonszodiacseafari.com www.dixonszodiacseafari.com www.dixonszodiacseafari.com StudentsStarting at $35.00 www.kelticlodge.ca StudentsStarting at $35.00 www.kelticlodge.ca StudentsStarting at $35.00 www.kelticlodge.ca Starting at $300 www.lakesresort.ca 855 259 4122 855 259 4122 855 259 4122 Children$334 per10 &couple under $25.00 1-800-565-0444 Children$452 per10 &couple under $25.00 1-800-565-0444 Children$174 per10 &person under $25.00 1-800-565-0444 for two people 1-902-828-4653 ere sain a seat or o. ere are more important tins tan pannin or net acation rit no. However, this outbreak will pass, and travel will be safe once again.ntil then, there’s a seat here, waiting for you on our beautiful Island.

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