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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.Starting to contemplate where to head for this weekend's adventure and which method of locomotion to use...will it be hike? bike? hike a bike? canoe? sea kayak? So many choices to choose from to get outside, get active, and have a fine time exploring our province. Any suggestions or recommendations for a place not to be missed this summer?TA’s Facebook Page
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Paddling Chance Cove
Mike, Marian, and I had another fabulous paddling day recently. We set out from Chance Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador and paddled to Rantem and then returned to Chance Cove. We departed from the government wharf, along with many folks headed out to catch cod during the food fishery. We looked across the bay to the popular Chance Cove hike, know for its stunning beauty. Unbeknownst to most hikers, is that the coastline opposite them is equally beauteous-but only accessible via boat, kayak, or bushwhack. Continue reading
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Tagged 2020, Chance Cove, Newfoundland and Labrador, sea kayak, Staycation2020
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Beauty Day Out: Paddling from Chapels Cove to Harbour Main
Marian, Mike, and I spend a lovely day paddling from Chapels Cove to Harbour Main, NL and back. We wanted to share the beauty we saw and experienced with you.
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TA Latitude:58.44980 Longitude:-62.79947 GPS location Date/Time:08/21/2016 17:54:41 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:58.48222 Longitude:-62.66092 GPS location Date/Time:08/20/2016 21:33:24 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:58.19810 Longitude:-62.62549 GPS location Date/Time:08/19/2016 18:05:00 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:58.12124 Longitude:-62.46774 GPS location Date/Time:08/18/2016 20:05:34 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:58.12122 Longitude:-62.46786 GPS location Date/Time:08/17/2016 19:18:00 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:57.99692 Longitude:-62.23105 GPS location Date/Time:08/16/2016 18:22:56 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:57.89604 Longitude:-62.01614 GPS location Date/Time:08/15/2016 16:09:21 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:57.89610 Longitude:-62.01611 GPS location Date/Time:08/14/2016 15:30:39 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:57.94905 Longitude:-62.17007 GPS location Date/Time:08/13/2016 23:35:29 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:58.01603 Longitude:-62.36462 GPS location Date/Time:08/12/2016 22:05:28 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:58.01606 Longitude:-62.36469 GPS location Date/Time:08/11/2016 17:46:54 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:58.09487 Longitude:-62.39777 GPS location Date/Time:08/10/2016 22:59:04 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
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TA Latitude:58.19810 Longitude:-62.62549 GPS location Date/Time:08/09/2016 22:05:39 NDT Message:Paddle 2 Peaks: TA & Marian are paddling in Northern Labrador. Check map 2 see where they are & cheer them on! Click the link below to see where I am located. … Continue reading
Paddle2Peaks: Hour to Hour YoYo
So from Climber Smurf’s picture above, it’s not hard to tell that we are still in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. Our day began at 5:30 am with our first call to Air Labrador dispatch to find out if we had good … Continue reading
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Paddle2Peaks: Hard Telling, Not Knowing
We’re in Labrador! We’d hoped to fly out today, one day early, but the weather gods did not shine upon that prospect so we explored Goose Bay, Happy Valley, and North West River. Our plan is to fly into Saglek … Continue reading
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Visual Soliloquy #978 I have come to accept the feeling of not knowing where I am going. And I have trained myself to love it…
I have come to accept the feeling of not knowing where I am going. And I have trained myself to love it. Because it is only when we are suspended in mid-air with no landing in sight, that we force … Continue reading
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A Time in Twillingate
Twillingate is a great choice for a long weekend get-a-way. Trading the city for an idyllic island is an invitation for all kinds of adventure. Leaving after work on Friday, the 4.5 hour drive zoomed by and we were welcomed … Continue reading
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Tagged 2011, Anchor Inn, hike, Newfoundland and Labrador, sea kayak, Twillingate
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Everest-007 May 2006
May 7, 2006 “The cure for anything is salt water – sweat, tears, or the sea.” –Tagore (a Bengali poet and novelist) Hello All, This statement is what I lived by this week-it is one of my favorites and I … Continue reading
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