Our friend and neighbour from California http://365project.org/Weezilou/365/2010-10-01 arrived yesterday, so we were out early to start participating in some of the enjoyable things to do around here. After going to the Farmer's Market, we drove across the peninsula to the Bay of Fundy, which is a truly astounding sight when the tide is out (or rushing back in!)
"The Bay of Fundy has the highest tides in the world, and those enormous tides alone make that the Bay of Fundy is one of the world’s greatest natural wonders.
Twice everyday the bay fills and empties of a billion tonnes of water during each tide cycle—that’s more than the flow of all the world’s freshwater rivers combined.
The height of the tide difference ranges from 3.5 meters (11ft) along the southwest shore of Nova Scotia and steadily increases as the flood waters travel up the 280 km (174 miles) of shoreline to the head of the Bay where, in the Minas Basin, the height of the tide can reach an incredible 16 meters (53ft)."
This photo was taken in Hall's Harbour where you can see the high water mark on the pilings; the tide will rise to that level twice a day.
From there we went blueberry picking and brought home 24#...a wee bit less than last year. We arrived home shortly after 5 and Billy & David joined us out on the back deck for drinks and to renew their friendship with Judee who was here three years ago.
We've got so many plans in the two weeks ahead (and are taking a trip to Cape Breton where I won't have a computer) I'm not sure how often I'll have time to post current pictures. Of course I'll have a hundred choices or more... Tomorrow is the start of Folk Harbour Festival in town through the weekend...
You find the most interesting and lovely things to share with us. I'm sure everyone wishes we could be there with you, but reading your comments and seeing your pictures is the next best thing. I'm so glad you decided to drop back into 365 for the summer!
What a wonderful shot Louise. The information on the tides is so interesting. It must be wonderful to see.
I have not been on 365 for a little while, I gave my computer to Lynda as hers is not working at present. Also I have not been well, so I am a bit behind. :)
Great shot and info. My father was actually born in Christmas Island (Cape Breton). Sometime in August, there is a Gaelic festival called Feis An Eilein. You might even pick up some Gaelic when you are there. :)
@russianblue Before we leave, I'll check to see where that's located! I know we're staying one night in Louisburg, driving the Cabot Trail the next day and staying at the Norma Way the last night. Stay tuned!
As for Gaelic, at the Folk Harbour Festival in the bandstand venue this afternoon, Alys Howe performed for a half hour on the Irish harp and sang one song in Gaelic. If I can get it posted on youtube soon, I'll post it on 365 for you and your dad!
Hall's Harbor is wonderful, did you eat at the restaurant where you order in the store and they deliver the food in the building next door? Oh and Cape Brenton. have been there three times when my children were younger. love the fort. Love the restaurant there where you have t eat everything with a large spoon. Have fun.
@snowy Thanks for the compliment and the fave, Diana! We're just back from a 4-day trip to Cape Breton Island and had the most wonderful time! With over 1000 pictures and a house guest for a few more days, I may be awhile getting something posted...can't wait to look through them myself!
I thought this was Hall's Harbor. Remember it well. Oh, the memories you are bringing back to me now that I can see all your photos of an area of Canada I want to go back to!!
December 31st, 2012
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I have not been on 365 for a little while, I gave my computer to Lynda as hers is not working at present. Also I have not been well, so I am a bit behind. :)
As for Gaelic, at the Folk Harbour Festival in the bandstand venue this afternoon, Alys Howe performed for a half hour on the Irish harp and sang one song in Gaelic. If I can get it posted on youtube soon, I'll post it on 365 for you and your dad!