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For today’s adventure pairing, I offer a lovely dodge along Tinker’s Path between Tors Cove and Mobile on the East Coast Trail with a snack stop on Kearley’s Beach. Today’s snack, the @theoatcompany Sea Salt Brownie Oat Bar paired wonderfully with the swoosh of the waves making landfall on the shore. Re-energized after the break, all of our other senses were tickled by the tapestry of colour, the cacophony of a pounding surf, and the thrill of a breaching whale. Tinker’s Path is a great choice for new hikers, multigenerational hikers, young hikers, all hikers. The 5.1 km path is relatively flat, easily managed terrain with spectacular sights around each nook and cranny. Puffins, whales, beaches, and islands filled with sheep-what more could you ask for?A view out towards where the whales were breaching and the fog was inviting them to dance.I was introduced to @theoatcompany through my being a local hike advocate for #HikeNL and @legendarycoasts. After finished my blueberry bars, I ordered a 12 pack so I could try all their flavours. Yesterday on our Spout hike, the Snowball bar was just the ticket of sweet and chocolate to finish lunch and to propel us through the post lunch 40 minute steep climb out. So, this is my Snowball (chocolate and coconut) at the Spout! #maderighthere and with speedy free delivery here in St.John’s, they are now my go-to hike treat for the summer. I can’t wait to try the rest of the flavours! #BuyLocal #poweredbyoats #ExploreNL #OutdoorEats #Getoutside #hike #yummyinmytummyWe had an absolutely fantastic stupendous hike to “The Spout” yesterday. We tried the overland route and with the dry conditions this summer, it went well. Following the good navigational challenge, The Spout-a freshwater geyser propelled by ocean wave action, did not disappoint. It was blowing well. During lunch, we spotted some whales at the next point and didn’t they just breach while the spout was spouting. A magical moment for sure that will never be forgotten.My turn to make a shape. We had a lovely ride beside the sea in Conception Bay South. I found a few lumps to roll over and @wissmarian snapped this beauty. It looks like I’m riding in the mountains but it was sea level.This marvellous track took us from St. Mary's to Gaskiers and back. As we returned the weather threatened with the steely blue sky but ultimately gave us a pass. Isn't that sky the most amazing colour? We returned to the trailhead with only some wet feet from jumping over a few boggy bits. We kept our eyes peeled for whales and the view from the Gaskiers' Light new disappoints. Lots to do and enjoy in around St. Mary's Bay.TA’s Facebook Page
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We check your blog daily and are enjoying your pictures and audio posts. We can’t wait until you start your climb!!!
Mrs. Baker’s Grade 4’s
Hr. Breton
Fingers crossed we fly in the morning!
Hi TA!
We have been anxiously awaiting your updates every day and are excited to follow along with you on your trek. It has been “so cool” learning about Nepali culture and we are loving our Sherpa names! We hope you get to fly out tomorrow and we can’t wait to hear what you are up to next!
Safe travels!
Ms. White’s Grade 4 Class
Phoenix Academy
Carmanville, NL
Welcome aboard. Thanks for letting me know your enjoying learning about Nepal
Hey TA,
We look forward to checking your blog posts and finding out how your day is going! We have just 2 questions that we would like for you to answer, if you get time. 1. Do you need to wear an oxygen mask when you reach the top of the mountain? 2.How high is Mount Everest?
Thanks, hope you are able to respond.
Ms. Green’s grade two class at Holy Family Elementary in Paradise, NL.
Hi. Mount Everest is 8848 meters high and most people need to use oxygen at the summit. A few folks manage to summit without it.