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food fit 

for camping 

No need to invest in fancy – and often tasteless – freeze-dried meals for your 

camping trip; there is plenty of transportable, nutritious food in your local 

supermarket. 

Before you head to the shop, do some planning. Who wants squished bread or 

bruised bananas? Think of meals that are easy to put together, non-perishable 

(or packed so that perishables can be kept properly chilled), filled with energy 

and sturdy. Make sure to bring enough – you don’t want to carry extra weight , 

but neither do you want to go hungry. And, finally, prepare before you go: chop 

veggies, grate cheese or pre-make sauces. You’ll be glad you did. 

some simple meal ideas 

breakfast 

❚ oatmeal 

❚ cereal 

❚ pancake mix (make sure it’s of the “just 

add water” variety) 

❚ dried fruit 

❚ tea bags 

❚ instant coffee 

❚ fruit-flavoured juice crystals 

❚ firm-fleshed fruit like apples and oranges 

lunch 

❚ ramen noodles 

❚ canned chicken, tuna or ham 

❚ pasta salad (in a box) 

❚ cans/envelopes of soup, stew or chili 

❚ peanut butter and jam 

❚ bagels, pitas or tortilla shells (they hold 

up better than sliced bread) 

don’t forget Bring along salt, 

pepper, sugar and your favourite spices. 

supper 

❚ quick-cooking rice 

❚ carrots, onions 

❚ corn on the cob (wrap in foil and cook 

directly on campfire) 

❚ hamburgers (use within the first day) or 

veggie burgers 

❚ hot dogs 

❚ pasta with pre-made tomato sauce 

snacks 

❚ dried fruit 

❚ nuts 

❚ trail mix 

❚ marshmallows 

❚ granola bars 

❚ beef jerky 

❚ carrots, celery

welcome to 

downhome outdoors 

This summer guide is packed with useful and fun information, including a comprehensive 

list of campgrounds, festivals, events and attractions found all over 

Newfoundland and Labrador. We hope you get out and enjoy as many of these 

activities as you can fit into your travel and vacation plans downhome. 

If you would like to be part of next year’s “Downhome Outdoors” or would like to 

update any information included in the guide, please contact us at: 

contents 

Downhome 709-726-5113 (24 hours) 

43 James Lane 1-888-588-6353 (24 hours) 

St. John’s, NL 709-726-2135 (fax) 

A1E 3H3 mail@downhomelife.com 

3 camping food 

7 getting ready 

8 towing checklist 

9 packing your boat 

10 what to pack for... 

11 backyard smoker 

14 summer pig roast 

15 edible plants 

16 campfire snacks 

17 more s’mores 

19 salad recipes 

21 summer drink recipes 

22 west listings 

36 west coast theatre 

38 central listings 

52 east listings 

72 labrador listings 

79 summer pet health 

80 festivals and events 

92 restaurants 

95 egg recipes 

96 day hikers’ checklist 

98 boil-up ingredients 

100 natural remedies 

101 hot lips tips 

102 creepy campfire story 

105 crazy eights 

106 how to play 120s 

108 make a grass whistle 

110 self-charging gadgets 

111 quick and easy toy boat 

113 all about puffins 

115 all about moose 

116 all about whales 

117 all about black bears 

118 all about hares 

119 all about trout 

121 sea shells 

123 avoid moose collisions 

124 rv dumping sites 

127 propane outlets 

128 water conservation tips 

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getting ready ✓ 

>>everything you need for the perfect outdoor family vacation 

Shelter 

Tent 

Ground cloth/tarp 

Extra stakes 

Shade tarp/poles/rope/stakes 

Axe and hammer 

Mat for tent entrance 

Dust pan/brush 

Utility bags for storage 

Bedding 

Sleeping bag 

Sheets/blankets 

Pillow 

Air mattress/sleeping pad/cot 

Air pump 

Cooking 

Large water jug & water bucket 

Potholders/oven mitts 

Coolers/ice 

Pots and frying pans with lids 

Thermos 

Stove with fuel/propane 

Utensils – spatula, knife, spoon 

Matches/lighter 

Tongs 

Charcoal/firewood/starter 

Skewers/grill forks 

Can opener/bottle opener 

Campfire grill/BBQ grill 

Folding table 

Fire starters/newspaper 

Tablecloth/thumb tacks/clips 

Plates & bowls 

Mugs/paper cups 

Silverware/plastic ware 

Mixing bowl 

Measuring cups 

Cutting board 

Heavy-duty aluminum foil 

Resealable plastic bags 

Paper towels 

Napkins 

Trash bags 

Dish pan 

Dish soap 

Dish rags/towels 

Clothespins 

Scrub pad 

Cooking oil/spray 

Seasonings/sugar/condiments 

Containers for food storage 

Potato peeler 

Drinks/snacks 

Hot chocolate/tea bags/coffee 

Clothes 

Shoes/boots 

Shower shoes/flip flops 

Jeans/pants/belt 

Shorts 

T-shirts 

Extra socks 

Hat 

Bandana 

Sweatshirt/jacket 

Underwear 

Pajamas 

Rain gear 

Swimsuit/towel 

Laundry bag 

Personal 

Towels/washcloth 

Soap in plastic case/shampoo 

Toothbrush/toothpaste 

Deodorant 

Comb/brush 

Razor 

Feminine products 

Toilet paper 

Shower bag or 5 gallon bucket 

Personal medicines (take extra) 

Eyeglasses, contacts, sunglasses 

Miscellaneous 

Sunscreen/lip balm 

Flashlight/batteries 

Lantern with fuel/mantles 

Pocketknife 

Extra batteries/bulbs 

Plastic grocery bags 

Compass 

Binoculars 

Insect repellent 

Rope/clothes line 

Whistle 

Canteen/water bottle/coffee pot 

Water filters/purification system 

Bungee cords/straps 

Camera/batteries/film/video 

Cards/games/toys 

Books/magazines 

Duct tape/electrical tape 

Candles 

Notepad/pen 

Tools (screwdrivers, hammer, etc.) 

Cell phone/charger 

2-way radios/walkie talkies 

Backpack/fanny pack 

Small shovel 

Fishing gear/licence/bait 

Safety pins 

Radio 

Money/ID/credit card/quarters 

Musical instruments/song books 

Bikes/helmets 

Camp chairs 

Travel alarm clock 

Work gloves 

Umbrella 

Hand wipes 

Tissues 

Small sewing kit 

Park map/guidebooks/trail maps 

Fire extinguisher 

Lantern pole or hanger 

Scissors 

Medical 

First aid kit 

Pain medications 

Antacids 

Tweezers (for splinters) 

Antiseptic, Band-Aids 

Allergy medications 

Sunburn product 

Insect bite cream 

Before You Go 

Travel guides/maps/itinerary 

Reserve camping site 

Vehicle check 

Install on/off timers on lamps 

Shut down water heater 

Lock windows and doors 

Activate home alarm 

Leave a key with a neighbour 

Arrange for your lawn to be cut 

Arrange to have your mail checked

towing 

checklist 

Tow Vehicle 

Coolant level in radiator 

Coolant level in coolant recovery reservoir 

Radiator cap seals properly 

Water level in battery 

Battery terminals free of corrosion 

Radiator hoses (flexible and tight) 

Fan belt not loose or worn 

Transmission fluid level 

Condition of transmission fluid (if fluid is 

pinkish – oil is OK, if fluid is dark brown, 

you need your transmission serviced) 

Transmission fluid cooler hoses and connections 

Engine oil level – does oil need to be changed? 

Power steering fluid level 

Hose and connections to power steering 

Spark plug wires snug 

Air filter – does it need to be changed? 

Fluid in windshield washer reservoir 

Trailer Walk around and check these items 

All lights operate properly 

All tires (tire pressure and tread wear) 

All wheel lugs 

Safety chains connected and crisscrossed 

Breakaway locking-pin (if used) 

Coupler locking-pin (if used) 

Electric cable connected and secure 

Lights and turn signals functioning with tow vehicle 

Tongue jack fully up 

Dolly wheel removed (if appropriate) 

Stabilizer jacks stored (if appropriate) 

Load distributed in trailer so proper tongue 

weight is maintained (about 10% of trailer load) 

Trailer is level when attached 

Bearings greased 

Coupler size matches ball size 

Pin and clip installed through drawbar of hitch 

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packing 

your boat 

Heading out for a day on the water? Whether you’re 

hopping into a canoe or revving up the motor boat, there 

are a few things you should bring along to ensure a safe and 

enjoyable ride. Here’s a checklist to get you started: 

❏ Life jackets for each person on board 

❏ Drinking water 

❏ Food (include a few extra snacks) 

❏ Compass or GPS and maps in waterproof bag 

❏ Cell phone (off and in a Ziploc bag) 

❏ Sunglasses 

❏ Sunscreen 

❏ Hat 

❏ Rain gear 

❏ An extra warm layer 

❏ Extra socks and gloves 

❏ First-aid kit 

❏ Emergency towline (at least 10 metres long) 

❏ Whistle, mirror and/or flares 

❏ Plastic bags 

❏ Rain gear 

❏ Pocketknife or multi-tool 

❏ Waterproof matches or lighter 

❏ Firestarter (dryer lint works well) 

❏ Money 

❏ Binoculars 

❏ Camera 

❏ Headlamp/flashlight and extra batteries 


what to pack for… 

a road trip 

a variety of music 

If you’re travelling for several hours or 

days, you’ll get sick of the same CDs 

pretty fast. 

portable DVD player & DVDs 

Watching their favourite movies will help 

keep children quiet and content during a 

long drive. 

no-mess snacks 

Sticky sauces and melting chocolate bars 

should be kept for the destination. 

Snacks like dry cereal and sliced fruit 

are good choices for children. 

map or GPS 

Everyone gets lost sometimes – yes, 

even you. 

pillows 

When passengers want to take a 

snooze, a soft pillow will make sleeping 

while sitting up a little more comfy. 

plastic bags 

These will come in handy for storing wet 

clothes after a visit to a swimming hole, 

for storing garbage until you reach a 

gas station, and to save your vehicle’s 

interior from sudden motion sickness. 

a camping trip 

duct tape 

It can be used to fix just about any problem, 

it seems. Use it to fashion a rain hat, 

put a broken tent pole back together, close 

rips in clothing or sleeping bags, etc. 

needle and thread 

In case you run out of duct tape, a needle 

and thread will patch up your tent, clothing 

or sleeping bag, too. 

bungee cord 

Use this to bundle firewood, to secure the 

lid of your cooler, or as a makeshift 

“clothesline.” 

garbage bags 

Aside from their regular use, a plastic 

garbage bag can also cover your backpack 

to keep it dry, or be worn as a 

poncho to keep you dry. 

butter containers 

These make great storage compartments 

for matches, small toiletries – or even for 

carrying the fruits of your berry-picking 

labours. 

dryer lint 

Pack some dryer lint in a waterproof container; 

it’s great for getting a fire going. 


make your own 

backyard smoker 

Longing for smoked salmon? Searching for a different way to prepare 

caplin or trout? How about a whole smoked chicken? Building a home hot 

smoker can be cheap and fast – and the results, very delicious. 

The brainchild of American chef Alton Brown, this trashcan smoker can be 

made in an afternoon. All you need is a metal garbage can, a hot plate, a small 

wood chip box (a heavy metal box without a lid; a thick metal pie plate works), 

wood chips, a grill to fit the top of the trash can, and a meat thermometer. 

1. Place the hotplate in the bottom of the trashcan. Drill two 

small air holes in the lid and a larger hole in the bottom of the 

trashcan. Using tin snips or pliers, peel back enough of the 

metal around the larger hole to get the power cord through. 

Wrap duct tape around the cord where it will rub against the 

metal and fold back into place. 

2. Place the small wood chip box on top of the hot plate and 

fill with wood chips (pre-soak wood chips in water for at least 

a couple of hours). You’ll find woodchips wherever BBQs are 

sold. 

3. Secure the grill in place near the top of the trashcan. One 

way to do this is to affix L-shaped brackets inside the can; the 

grill can be laid on top and removed at any time. 

4. Plug in the hot plate. 

After a few minutes, the 

wood will start to smoke. Put 

meat or fish on the grill and 

replace the lid. If you’re 

smoking meat, use a meat 

thermometer to read when 

it’s done – at about 225°F. 

Remember, this is a process for a chef with time to 

spare. Fish could take up to three hours to smoke; a 

chicken, four or more; some cuts of meat, even longer. 

Be patient: the wait will be well worth it. 

Source: bbq.about.com 


how to host a 

summer pig roast 

Organizing a summer pig roast takes time and pre-planning, but it’ll be 

an event all will remember. 

The first thing you’ll have to do is source a pig – a whole suckling pig is usually 

recommended for first-timers; it’s easier to find and manage than a full-sized 

hog. Talk to your local butcher or meat market owner about placing an order. 

A suckling pig should feed at least 12 (consider at least one pound per person); 

with side dishes and perhaps some extra barbecued items, you could entertain 

a yardful. Invite your friends over early for a relaxing day of minding the 

meat. A pig roast is something to celebrate. 

There are two main ways to roast a pig: on a spit over a large charcoal grill or 

bed of coals; or buried in a pit with smouldering embers. 

Here is a basic recipe for the above ground method 

1 whole suckling pig, dressed by a butcher 15 cloves garlic 

6 large onions 2 apples 

salt a tub of vegetable shortening 

any combination of fresh herbs 

(thyme, parsley and rosemary) 

The day before, sprinkle abundant coarse salt on pig, inside and out. Rub it in well 

and let sit on a tray in a refrigerator (if it fits!) or another cool place overnight. Next 

day, discard any liquid and pat the pig dry. 

Cut slits in skin and insert garlic cloves. Pack cavity with fresh herbs combined with 

chopped onion and apple and stitch closed. Truss the pig securely to the spit. You 

don’t want it to fall apart as it cooks! 

Slather vegetable shortening liberally all over pig. Cover ears and tail with foil to 

prevent burning. 

Place spitted pig two to three feet above 

a bed of coals for four to five hours, turning 

frequently. Baste often with any drippings 

you’re able to capture, white wine 

and/or more shortening or olive oil. 

Roast slowly over a low heat (250- 

300°F) for a tender, evenly cooked pig. 

Meat is done when skin shows deep 

splits and the internal temperature is 

160-170°F. 


how to pick your dinner 

>> 

a brief instruction on edible plants 

Newfoundland and Labrador’s wealth of berries – bakeapples, blueberries, cranberries, 

blackberries, partridgeberries etc. – is well known and admired. But 

there is a wealth of other edible plants out there in the wild, under your feet and 

along the trail. Here are just a few: 

dandelion It may be an irritant for today’s landscapers, but 

dandelion was once a welcome source of food after a long winter. 

The greens are packed with nutrition and can be added to a salad 

(especially the tender young leaves) or steamed or boiled as you 

would turnip tops. The roots can be boiled or dried. And, of course, 

the yellow flowers are often used to make dandelion wine. 

mint This tasty herb 

often grows along 

waterways and in 

shady areas. Use it to 

make mint tea, jam or 

jelly or as a seasoning 

for lamb or a fruit 

salad. If you’re feeling particularly tropical, 

crush some mint leaves in a glass, 

add lime juice, sugar, rum and soda 

water and voilà … a mojito! 

mushrooms 

A number of varieties of 

edible wild mushrooms 

are found in the woods 

of Newfoundland and 

Labrador, including 

chanterelle and porcini. They’re heavily 

sought-after by high-end restaurants for 

their versatility and delicate flavour. But 

go mushroom picking with an educated 

guide; many edible mushrooms look similar 

to their poisonous relatives. 


campfire 

snacks 

bannock 

2 1 ⁄2 cups flour 

1 

⁄3 cup butter 

6 tsp baking powder 2 eggs 

1 

⁄2 tsp salt 

2 tbsp sugar 

1 cup water 

Combine first four ingredients. Add butter, rubbing it in to form fine crumbs. Combine 

eggs with water and add to the flour mixture. Stir to form soft dough; knead about 1 

min. Roll dough into balls the size of a small egg, then flatten until 1 ⁄4-inch thick. To cook, 

put on the end of a stick (or place in a pan) and roast, rotating, over campfire about 10 

min. Serve warm with butter, honey or jam. 

bacon-cheese wieners 

1 pkg hotdogs cheddar cheese, thinly sliced 

12 oz uncooked bacon toothpicks 

Without cutting all the way through, slice hotdogs horizontally. Tuck cheese slices into 

each wiener. Wrap each hotdog with a slice of bacon, fastening with toothpicks. Roast 

over an open flame until bacon is crispy and hotdog is heated through. 

banana s’mores 

1 banana chocolate chips 

mini-marshmallows heavy-duty foil 

Take an unpeeled banana and slice it horizontally. Do not cut all the way through; open 

it like a hotdog bun and place chocolate chips and marshmallows inside. Wrap the 

whole banana in foil and heat on grill over campfire for 6-8 min. 

campfire apples 

1 apple cinnamon 

butter heavy-duty foil 

brown sugar 

Core an apple, leaving the bottom intact. Cut the top of the core away from the centre, 

creating a “lid” for your apple. Fill the apple halfway with butter. Top it up with equal 

amounts of cinnamon and brown sugar. Put the “lid” back on the apple. Wrap in foil 

and heat over campfire for about 30 min. 


more s’mores 

>> 

ooey, gooey, tasty variations on the traditional campfire s’more 

S’More ‘Sandwich’ Material Gooey Goodness That Something Extra 

Traditional 2 graham wafers Marshmallow Milk chocolate block 

Caramel-lovers’ 2 chocolate chip cookies Marshmallow Chewy caramel candy 

Nice n’ Nutty 2 peanut butter cookies Marshmallow Reese’s peanut butter cup 

topped with 

chopped peanuts 

Fruity Fusion 2 chocolate wafers Marshmallow Dark chocolate block 

topped with 

strawberry slice 

(or other fruit) 

Rainbow Treats 2 graham wafers Marshmallow Coloured sprinkles 

dipped in melted 

chocolate 

Newfoundland and Labrador’s 

most successful salmon 

enhancement project 

· Atlantic salmon viewing chambers 

· Torrent River falls 

· Interpretation centre 

· 3 km walking trail 

· Campground and visitor 

information centre 

· World-class fly fishing 

· Wheelchair accessible fishing deck 

The Torrent River is located in the 

town of Hawke’s Bay along Route 430 

P.O. Box 33 

Hawke’s Bay, NL A0K 3B0 

(709) 248-4066 

trsicentre@nf.aibn.com 

www.torrentriver.ca 


From humble beginnings based on affordable, 

trustworthy service, we have grown into a reliable 

resource your family can depend on. Rooted in our 

traditions, we stay firmly connected to the families 

we serve and the care we provide. We continue 

serving all faiths and all families in the only way 

we know how-by staying true to our heritage. 

328 Hamilton Ave. • St. John’s 709-579-6007 

1081 Topsail Rd. • Mount Pearl 709-364-1937

salad recipes 

cool cucumber salad 

2 med. cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced 

2 cups seedless grapes, halved 

1 ⁄4 cup chopped green onion 

1 ⁄3 cup white wine vinegar 

1 tsp olive oil 

1 tbsp honey 

1 tsp salt 

1 ⁄4 tsp bottled hot pepper seasoning 

Combine cucumber, grapes and onion. Mix vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt and seasoning. 

Pour over cucumber mixture and stir to coat. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes. 

curried chicken salad 

1 ⁄2 cup French dressing 3 stalks celery, chopped 

curry powder, to taste 1 green pepper, chopped 

2 cups diced, cooked chicken salt and pepper, to taste 

3 mandarin orange sections lettuce leaves 

Mix curry powder into salad dressing. Combine chicken, mandarin sections, celery 

and green pepper; pour dressing over top. Toss lightly. Season with salt and pepper 

and serve on crisp lettuce leaves. (Submitted by Maud Burton-Dye.) 

crunchy tossed salad 

1 ⁄2 cup vegetable oil 

1 ⁄4 cup sugar 

2 tbsp vinegar 

1 tsp salt 

1 ⁄4 tsp pepper 

1 large head iceberg lettuce, torn in bite-sized pieces 

6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled 

1 ⁄3 cup sliced almonds, toasted 

1 ⁄3 cup sesame seeds, toasted 

4 green onions, sliced 

3 ⁄4 cup chow mein noodles 

Whisk together the first 5 ingredients and chill in refrigerator for 1 hour. 

Just before serving, combine lettuce, bacon, almonds, sesame seeds and 

onions in a large bowl; add dressing and toss. Top with chow mein noodles 

before serving.

summer drink recipes 

screech dark & dirty 

2 oz Newfoundland Screech Rum 

cola or diet cola 

Fill a tall glass with ice, add Newfoundland 

Screech and top up with your 

favourite cola. 

metropolitan 


2 oz cranberry juice 

1 ⁄2 oz orange liqueur 

juice of one lime 

splash of club soda 

Shake all ingredients except club soda 

with ice; strain into martini glass, top with 

splash of club soda and garnish with 

wedge of lime. 

screech punch 


1 oz coconut rum 

1 oz orange juice 

1 oz pineapple juice 

1 oz cranberry juice 

Shake all ingredients together and serve 

over ice. Garnish with a cherry and 

orange slice. 

muffled screech 

1 oz Newfoundland Screech 

1 ⁄4 oz Triple Sec or Grand Marnier 

2 oz cream or milk 

Place a few ice cubes in a glass; layer 

Screech and Triple Sec or Grand 

Marnier and top with cream or milk. 

french connection 

1 oz Newfoundland Screech 

1 oz Dubonnet 

Pour over ice and stir; garnish with a 

slice of lemon. 

screech 3-2-1 

Newfoundland Screech Rum 

Sour mix 

Grenadine 

Shake all ingredients over ice and strain 

into shot glasses or serve over ice.

23 campgrounds 

26 hiking trails 

27 water adventures 

28 outdoor adventures 

29 historic and more 

31 accommodations 


campgrounds 

463 

460 

Cape 

St. George 

Port aux 

Choix 

River of 

Ponds 

Deadman’s 

Cove 

St. Barbe 

Eddies Cove 

Daniel’s 

Harbour 

Portland 

Creek 10 

430 11 

Jackson’s 

Arm 

Cow Head 

12 

Sop’s Arm 

Gros 

Morne 

National 

Park 

16 

17 

Rocky Harbour 13 

Woody Point 

Norris Point 

18 

14 19 

15 

Cormack 

420 

20 

Lark 

Harbour 

25 

Deer Lake 

Cox’s Cove 21 22 

Pasadena 

23 

Howley 

Corner Brook 

26 

24 

Steady 

Brook 

Kippens 

River 

Brook 

Stephenville 

South Branch 

31 

Doyles 

30 

Cape Anquille 

29 

27 

490 

460 

28 

32 

34 

33 

470 Rose Blanche 

Port aux Basques 

Guide to Symbols 

1 

Burgeo 

50 No. of Sites Fire Pits Boat Launch 

Campsites Angling 

Cabins 

RVsites 

Hiking 

Pets 

Dumping Swimming Snack Bar 

Showers 

Boat Tours Public Phone 

Picnic Area Canoeing ATM 

Playground Amp Service Shelter 

Laundromat Water Hookup Beach 

Store 

Internet 

Restaurant 

430 

4 

5 

Castor’s 

River 

6 

7 

Hawke’s Bay 

8 

9 

480 

35 

432 

Main Brook 

432 

Roddickton 

Englee 

Quirpon 

The Beaches 

2 

3 

4 

5 

6 

7 

8 

2 

3 

L’anse aux Meadows 

St. Anthony 

1 

Grandois 

TRIPLE FALLS RV PARK St. Anthony; Tel: 709- 

454-2599; 105 Sites 

VIKING RV PARK Quirpon; Tel: 709-623-2425; 

grace.barney@nf.sympatico.ca; 35 Sites 

PISTOLET BAY 

PROVINCIAL PARK 

Route 437, 6 km south of Raleigh 

Tel: 709-454-7570 

www.gov.nl.ca/parks 

parksinfo@gov.nl.ca 

Pistolet Bay Provincial Park encompasses 

the delightfully varied vegetation 

of the Northern Peninsula. 

BRAYA SEASHORE HIDE-A-WAY TRAILER PARK 

Deadman’s Cove; Tel: 709-456-2800; 23 Sites 

ST. BARBE’S RV PARK 

St. Barbe’s 

Tel: 709-877-2515 

Off-Season: 709-877-2272 

Walking distance to ferry terminal. 

Provides full kitchen and dog 

sitting service. Water not drinkable; 

boil order in place for 

water provided. Electrical hook-ups 

available. Location is open field. 

SEA SHORE RV PARK Port au Choix; Tel: 709- 

861-3777; 10 Sites 

OCEANSIDE RV PARK 

Port Saunders 

Tel: 709-861-2133 / 709-861-3163 

Off-Season: 709-861-3061 

Group meals served upon request. 

Live entertainment. Oceanside RV 

Park, with full services located on the 

seashore near Port au Choix, is 

owned and operated by the Lions 

United Town Lions Club. Open from 

May to October. 

TORRENT RIVER 

NATURE PARK 

Hawke’s Bay 

Tel: 709-248-5341 

Off-Season: 709-248-4066 

www.ingornachoix.ca 

trsicentre@nf.aibn.com 

RV campground on the mouth of 

the Torrent River with 3-km hiking 

trail and underwater Atlantic 

salmon viewing chamber. 

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9 RIVER OF PONDS 

CAMPGROUND 

River of Ponds 

Tel: 709-225-3130 

Off-Season: 709-225-3421 

www.ingornachoix.ca/roppark/ 

dfmahar77@hotmail.com 

Large private sites on large lake 

for trout and salmon fishing, 

swimming, boating and waterskiing. 

54 

10 

11 

12 

13 

14 

15 

MOUNTAIN WATERS RESORT PARK Portland 

Creek Pond; Toll-Free: 1-877-898-2490; 50 Sites 

THE ARCHES PROVINCIAL PARK (DAY USE) 

Parson’s Pond 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This site features a natural rock archway created 

by tidal action. An interpretative exhibit 

explains the formation of the arches, and the 

two ecological reserves in the area – Table 

Point and Watts Point. 

SEA BREEZE RV PARK AND CAMPGROUND 

Cow Head; Toll-Free: 1-877-743-2888; 9 Sites 

GROS MORNE/ 

NORRIS POINT KOA 

Norris Point 

Tel: 709-458-2229 

Toll-Free: 1-800-562-3441 

www.koa.com/where/nl/54125 

koa.grosmorne@warp.nfld.net 

On-site RV rentals, pull-through 

sites, 2- and 3-way hookups, 

games room, interpretive activities. 

Secluded campground that 

sits in a wooded valley at the 

centre of Gros Morne National 

Park. Overlooking a majestic 

mountain lake. 

THE WATER’S EDGE RV PARK Shoal Brook; 

Tel: 709-453-2020; Off-Season: 709-453- 

2280; 25 Sites 

GROS MORNE NATIONAL PARK 

Tel: 709-458-2417 / 458-2066; 

Toll-Free: 1-800-414-6765 

LOMOND RIVER LODGE 

CAMPGROUND 

Lomond River 

Tel: 709-453-2428 

Off-Season: 709-458-2415 

Toll-Free: 1-877-456-6663 

www.lomond-river-lodge.com 

info@lomond-river-lodge.com 

Located in a country atmosphere 

on a scheduled salmon fishing 

river bordering on Gros Morne 

National Park. Wooded and 

open sites. Also cottages and 

rooms available on-site. 

91 

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RIVER SEA R.V. PARK 

White Bay 

Tel: 709-482-2300 

www.riversea.com 

morriswyonetta@hotmail.com 

Motel and RV Park 50 km from 

Route 1, on oceanfront. 

SOP’S ARM PARK 

White Bay 

Tel: 709-782-2224 

sopsarmpark@hotmail.com 

An outdoor recreation camping 

park located at the mouth of Main 

River, a Canadian heritage river 

offering superb salmon angling. 

SIR RICHARD SQUIRES 

MEMORIAL PROVINCIAL 

PARK 

Route 422, Cormack 

Tel: 709-636-1509 



Sir Richard Squires Memorial Provincial 

Park, locally known as Big Falls, 

is a popular place for salmon angling. 

FUNLAND RESORT 

Cormack, NL 

Tel: 709-635-7227 

www.funlandresort.com 

funland@nf.aibn.com 

Your family vacationland. Minutes 

north of Deer Lake. 10 fully equipped 

cabins and Laundromat. Petting zoo. 

GRAND LAKE TOURIST PARK 

Howley 

Tel: 709-635-3028 

www.grandlaketouristpark.com 

sue.brown@nf.sympatico.ca 

Half-hour from Deer Lake, airport 

and golf course. 1 hour from 

Corner Brook or Gros Morne. 

Quiet, treed campground in the 

Howley Narrows of Grand Lake. 

Large sites – some private, beautiful 

scenery, close to T’Railway. 

GATEWAY TO THE NORTH 

RV PARK 

Route 430, Deer Lake 

Tel: 709-635-5888 

Off-Season: 1-888-818-8898 

Toll-Free: 1-888-818-8898 

www.gatewaytothenorthrvpark.com 

geribeaulieu@hotmail.com 

New deluxe campground on the 

banks of the Humber River. Centrally 

located. Wi-fi high-speed. 

29 pull-though sites (65’ long). 

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DEER LAKE RV PARK 

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Deer Lake 

Tel: 709-635-5885 

Off-Season: 709-635-3010 

scec@nf.aibn.com 

Sandy beaches, pristine campgrounds 

and breathtaking views. 

Located near many attractions and 

amenities: golf, airport, Newfoundland 

Insectarium, heritage museum, 

horseback riding, indoor swimming 

pool. 20 min. from Gros Morne 

National Park. 

PINERIDGE CABINS AND CAMPGROUNDS 

Pasadena; Tel: 709-686-2541; 140 Sites 

GEORGE’S MOUNTAIN VILLAGE TRAILER PARK 

Steady Brook; Tel: 709-639-8168; 12 Sites 

BLOW ME DOWN 


Route 450, Lark Harbour 

Tel: 709-681-2430 

Toll-Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Blow Me Down Provincial Park 

offers a magnificent view of the Bay 

of Islands. 

KINSMEN PRINCE EDWARD CAMPGROUND & RV 

PARK Corner Brook; Tel: 709-637-9232; 80 Sites 

ZENZVILLE CAMPGROUND AND RECREATION 

PARK Kippens; Tel: 709-648-9232; 75 Sites 

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BARACHOIS POND 


Route 1, TCH, 20 km west of 

Stephenville. 

Tel: 709-649-0048 

Toll-Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Barachois Pond Provincial Park is 

characterized by a balsam fir forest 

and an interpretation program. 

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CAMPGROUND 

Jeffreys 

Tel: 709-645-2501 

32 Sites 

Nestled in the picturesque 

foothills of Bald Mountain, in scenic 

Bay St. George South. Offering 

family fun since 1988 in a privately 

owned and operated campground. 

Extra 100 (unlimited) sites. 

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CAMPING PARK 

Doyles 

Tel: 709-955-2520 

Off-Season: 709-955-2058 

Toll-Free: 1-877-955-2520 

www3.nf.sympatico.ca/dennis.keeping 

grandcodroyrvcamping@nf.sympatico.ca 

Your home away from home, first off 

the ferry with full-serviced big rig sites 

and beautiful tenting sites. We have 

locally handmade, good quality crafts 

at very reasonable prices in our Country 

Craft Shop. Wi-Fi service available. 

CODROY VALLEY PROVINCIAL PARK 

Codroy Valley 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This scenic beach is located at the mouth of the 

Grand Codroy River, which is a recommended 

canoeing trip. Bring your camera to catch the 

magnificent view of the Long Range Mountains. 

LITTLE PARADISE RV PARK 

28 km from Marine Atlantic 

Tel: 709-955-2682 

Off-Season: 709-695-7154 

www3.nf.sympatico.ca/ 

diane.anderson 

First full service RV park from the 

ferry. Just 28 km (20 min. drive) 

from the ferry terminal at Port aux 

Basques on Route 1. GPS (N47 

45.553, W059 16.529). Park is 

located 500 feet off Route 1. 

T’RAILWAY PROVINCIAL PARK 

Channel-Port aux Basques 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


J.T. CHEESEMAN 


TCH, 10 km from Port aux Basques 

Tel: 709-695-7222 

Toll-Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Firewood for sale. Interpretation Program. 

J.T. Cheeseman Provincial 

Park, with its undulating sand dunes, 

is a haven for Piping Plover. 

SANDBANKS PROVINCIAL PARK 

Route 480, Burgeo 

Tel: 709-886-2331 

Toll-Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Cold-water taps throughout and firewood 

for sale. Sandbanks Provincial 

Park is known for its sand dunes and 

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HEADWATER TOURS 

Northern Peninsula 

Tel: 1-800-316-1889 / 709-898-2288 

headwatertours@nl.rogers.com 

www.headwatertours.com 

Backcountry guided hiking adventures over 

the Appalachian Mountains near Gros Morne 

National Park and Main River National Heritage 

River. 

BOTTOM BROOK TRAIL St. Anthony; Tel: 709- 

454-3453; stanthony@nf.aibn.com 

FISHING POINT TRAILS St. Anthony; Tel: 709- 


GRENFELL HERITAGE TRAIL LOOP St. Anthony; 

Tel: 709-454-3453; stanthony@nf.aibn.com 

HARBOUR TRAIL St. Anthony; Tel: 709-454- 

3453; stanthony@nf.aibn.com 

LAMAGE POINT TRAIL St. Anthony; Tel: 709- 


MILITARY BASE TRAIL St. Anthony; Tel: 709- 


AMERICAN DRIVE TRAIL St. Anthony; Tel: 709- 


CAPTAIN COUPELONGUE TRAIL Conche; Tel: 

709-622-3500; frenchshorehs@nf.aibn.com 

10 EPIN CADORET TRAIL Conche; Tel: 709-622- 

3500; frenchshorehs@nf.aibn.com 

11 OLD MAIL ROAD TRAIL Cow Head; Tel: 709- 

458-2417; grosmorneinfo@pc.gc.ca 

12 GREEN POINT COASTAL TRAIL Sally’s Cove; 

Tel: 709-458-2417; grosmorneinfo@pc.gc.ca 

13 GROS MORNE MOUNTAIN, LOBSTER COVE 

HEAD, BERRY HEAD & BAKER’S BROOK TRAILS 

Rocky Harbour; Tel: 709-458-2417; 

grosmorneinfo@pc.gc.ca 

14 BURNT HILL HIKING TRAIL Norris Point; Tel: 

709-458-2896; info@norrispoint.ca 

15 JAMES W. HUMBER HIKING TRAIL Norris Point; 

Tel: 709-458-2896; 

norrispointtowncouncil@nf.aibn.com 

16 TROUT RIVER BOARDWALK Trout River; Tel: 

709-451-5376; townoftroutriver@nf.aibn.com 

17 TROUT RIVER POND TRAIL Trout River; Tel: 709- 


18 TABLELANDS & LOOKOUT TRAILS Woody 

Point; grosmorneinfor@pc.gc.ca 

19 STANLEYVILLE, LOMOND RIVER & STUCKLESS 

POND TRAILS Glenburnie (Lomond); Tel: 709- 


20 SOUTHEAST FALLS BROOK Wiltondale; Tel: 

709-458-2417; grosmorneinfor@pc.gc.ca 

21 MARGARET BOWATER PARK Corner Brook; Tel: 

709-637-1232; gcole@cornerbrook.com 

22 HARVEY TRAIL 

Isle aux Morts 

Tel: 709-698-3441 

blanfordbillard@yahoo.ca 

www.annharveydays.piczo.com 

Experience the trail, gravesite & festival celebrating 

the heroism of Ann Harvey’s family 

who performed two historic rescues in the area 

in the 1800s. 

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NORTHLAND DISCOVERY BOAT TOURS St. 

Anthony; Tel: 1-877-632-3747; info@discovernorthland.com 

TORRENT RIVER SALMON INTERPRETA- 

TION CENTRE AND NATURE PARK 

Hawke’s Bay 

Tel: 709-248-4066 / 5344 

www.torrentriver.ca 

View wild Atlantic salmon through underwater 

windows, learn the river’s unique history, and 

rest at our fully serviced RV site. 

WESTERN BROOK POND BOAT TOUR Western 

Brook Pond; Tel: 1-888-458-2016; info@bontours.ca 

ATLANTIC CANADA ADVENTURES Norris Point; 

Toll Free: 1-877-458-2929; info@acatours.com 

BONNE BAY BOAT TOURS Norris Point; Toll 

Free: 1-888-458-2016; info@bontours.ca 

BONNE BAY MARINE STATION 

Norris Point 

Tel: 709-458-2874 / 2550 

www.bonnebay.ca 

Take a guided tour of our aquarium and discover 

the awesome creatures living in Gros 

Morne National Park. 

GROS MORNE ADVENTURES 

The Waterfront, Norris Point 

Tel: 1-800-685-4624 / 709-458-2722 

info@grosmorneadventures.com 

www.grosmorneadventures.com 

Guided sea kayak tours for novice paddlers, 

natural history buffs and experienced adventurers. 

Discover whales, eagles, sea stars, sea 

urchins, Arctic terns and much more! 

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TROUT RIVER POND BOAT TOURS Trout River; 

Tel: 1-866-751-7500; ivycrocker@hotmail.com 

TRUE NORTH CHARTERS AND TOURS INC. 

Cox’s Cove 

Toll Free: 1-877-OUR-NFLD (687-6353) 

www.truenorthtours.ca 

pappy@cdli.ca 

Join us aboard The Pilgrim to experience 

majestic mountainous fiord scenery; watch for 

bald eagles and whales while catching a lesson 

in Newfoundland history and culture 

through entertaining stories and songs. 

10 ADVENTURE TOURS Corner Brook; Toll Free: 

1-866-652-2269; cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 

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Ramea 

Tel: 709-625-2522 

Toll Free: 1-800-56-KAYAK 

info@easternoutdoors.com 

www.easternoutdoors.com 

Discover the Southwest Coast in a sea kayak! 

Paddle the island archipelago, striking fiords 

and white-sand beaches! All-inclusive packages 

available. 

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Raleigh 

Tel: 709-454-7795 


The home of over 30 species of rare plants 

and a total of more than 300 species of plants. 

A famous locale for botanical and geological 

enthusiasts. Interpretative tours are provided 

daily starting from Pistolet Bay Provincial Park. 

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Main Brook 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This reserve is comprised of Gilliant, Spring 

and Brent Islands and protects the breeding 

habitat of Eider ducks. 

TABLE POINT ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Belburns 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This reserve is a unique fossil locality of international 

importance. It contains excellent 

examples of limestone approximately 470 

million years old. The limestone contains 

well-preserved fossils. 

WATTS POINT ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Belburns 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


The area’s combination of geology and climate 

yield conditions that foster a rare variety 

of Arctic-alpine plants. Some of these plants 

occur only on the east and west coasts of 

North America, some have ancient affinities 

with European flora, and a few are found 

nowhere else in the world, including barrens 

willow and Fernald’s braya. 

X-TREME BACK COUNTRY ADVENTURES Deer 

Lake; Tel: 709-635-4862; xtremebackcountryadv@gmail.com 

LITTLE GRAND LAKE PROVISIONAL 

ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Corner Brook 

709-635-4520 


This area preserves the habitat of the endangered 

Newfoundland pine marten and representative 

portions of three of the province’s 

ecoregions. 

GRAND LAKE ADVENTURES Corner Brook; Tel: 

709-634-9666 

ADVENTURES X LODGE St. George’s; Tel: 709- 

647-3580; ingo@addxweb.com 

APPALACHIAN ADVENTURES St. George’s; Toll 

Free: 1-866-690-8687; info@appalachianadventures.ca 

KING GEORGE IV ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Burgeo 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This delta is a part of the Lloyds / Exploits 

River system. The area encompasses one of the 

largest undisturbed delta sites on the island. 

LAYDEN LAKE OUTFITTERS 

Burgeo 

709-886-2966 

lee@leesoutfitting.com 

www.leesoutfitting.com 

Fly fishing for fresh Atlantic salmon at its best! 

Grandy’s River has a 100 per cent opportunity 

for easy fishing with lodging provided. 


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NORSTEAD L’Anse aux Meadows; Tel: 709- 

623-2828; Toll Free: 1-877-620-2828; 

info@norstead.com 

THE DARK TICKLE COMPANY WILDBERRY 

ECONOMUSEE St. Lunaire-Griquet; Tel: 709- 

623-2354; sales@darktickle.com 

GRENFELL HISTORIC PROPERTIES St. Anthony; 

Tel: 709-454-4010; info@grenfell-properties.com 

FRENCH SHORE INTERPRETATION CENTRE Conche; 

Tel: 709-622-3500; frenchshorehs@nf.aibn.com 

CHALOUP HOUSE Port au Choix; Tel: 709-861- 

3549; stellamailman@yahoo.ca 

PORT AU CHOIX HERITAGE CENTRE Port au Choix; 

Tel: 709-861-3549; stellamailman@yahoo.ca 

NURSE BENNETT HERITAGE HOUSE 

Daniel’s Harbour 

Tel: 709-243-2601 

bmbrophy@nf.sympatico.ca 

Heritage house steeped in history – Nurse 

Bennett’s volunteer posting evolved into a 

lifetime of service from her clinic in the family 

home, restored with original artifacts. 

DR. HENRY N. PAYNE COMMUNITY 

MUSEUM / CRAFT SHOP 

Cow Head 

Tel: 709-243-2023 

www.cowhead.ca 

Hear tales of virtue and villany! An intriguing 

collection of artifacts including a murder 

weapon, a 700-year-old walrus skull, 4,000year-old 

stone tools and much more. 

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HERITAGE MUSEUM & HOSTEL 

Norris Point 

Tel: 709-458-3072 

bbchhc@nf.aibn.com 

Public library, campsite access, Cottage Hospital 

Museum guided tours. Crafts studio space, wellness 

centre. Gros Morne National Park area. 

JOHN WILLIAMS ROBERTS HOUSE 

Woody Point 

Tel: 709-453-2273/2977 

woodypoint.heritage@live.ca 

Historic Woody Point, nestled within the picturesque 

hills of Bonne Bay. Enjoy our rich, cultural 

and natural heritage. Something for everyone! 

11 FISHERMAN’S MUSEUM Trout River; Tel: 709- 

451-5376; townoftroutriver@nf.aibn.com 

12 JACOB A. CROCKER HERITAGE HOUSE Trout River; 

Tel: 709-451-5376; townoftroutriver@nf.aibn.com 

13 ROY WHALEN HERITAGE MUSEUM & VALLEY 

CRAFTS Deer Lake; Tel: 709-635-4440 

RAILWAY SOCIETY OF NEWFOUNDLAND 

Corner Brook 

Tel: 709-634-6089 / 9655 

venture.centre@nf.sympatico.ca 

This train site honours the province’s railway 

history and includes rolling stock, trackage, 

freight shed, telegraph instruments and more. 

Open daily June – August, 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. 

15 CERCLE DES MEMOIRES Mainland; Tel: 709- 

642-5254; cfenwick@arcotnl.ca 

16 OUR LADY OF MERCY CHURCH, MUSEUM, TEA 

ROOM, CRAFT & GIFT SHOP Port au Port West; 

Tel: 709-648-2745; gravels@persona.ca 

17 SOUTHWEST COAST HISTORICAL SOCIETY 

Channel-Port aux Basques; 

reverendcapt@msn.com 

18 ROSE BLANCHE LIGHTHOUSE 

Rose Blanche 

Tel: 709-956-2052 

rblighthouse@nf.aibn.com 

www.roseblanchelighthouse.com 

Built in 1871 from a nearby granite quarry by 

Scottish engineers D & T Stevenson, family of 

noted author Robert Louis Stevenson; restored 

in 1999 and furnished with 19th-century reproduced 

furniture and local antiques. 


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POLAR BEAR DISPLAY St. Anthony; Tel: 709- 


FLOWER’S COVE THROMBOLITES Flower’s 

Cove; Tel: 709-456-2124; townofflowerscove@nf.aibn.com 

ST. BARNABAS SKIN BOOT CHURCH Flowers 

Cove; Tel: 709-456-2124; townofflowerscove@nf.aibn.com 

UNDERGROUND SALMON POOL Roddickton; 

Tel: 709-457-2328; trevor@mayfloweradventures.com 

ST. PAUL’S INLET Near Broom Point; Tel: 709- 


INTERPRETATION CENTRE Trout River; Tel: 709- 

451-5376; townoftroutriver@nf.aibn.com 

CACHE RAPIDS STABLE Reidville; Tel: 709-635- 

5535; horse@nf.sympatico.ca 

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OUTBACK ON HORSEBACK Deer Lake; Tel: 

709-635-5224; horse@nf.sympatico.ca 

MOUNTAIN TOURS & PHOTOGRAPHY Corner 

Brook; Tel: 709-634-3780; 

mountain.tours@sympatico.ca 

10 DHOON LODGE GOLFING Black Duck Siding; 

Tel: 709-646-5177; o.pike@nf.sympatico.ca 

11 HARMON SEASIDE LINKS GOLF COURSE 

Stephenville; Tel: 709-643-4322; harmonseasidelinks@nf.aibn.com 

12 ALPACAS OF NEWFOUNDLAND Felix Cove; 

Tel: 709-648-9414; alpacas@persona.ca 

13 OUR LADY OF LOURDES GROTTO Lourdes; Tel: 

709-642-5367/5617; 

ed.terry49@hotmail.com 

14 ST. ANDREWS NA CREIGE GOLF COURSE 

Codroy Valley; Tel: 709-955-3322; 

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TUCKAMORE LODGE ★★★★ 

Main Brook 

Tel: 709-865-6361 

Toll-Free: 1-888-865-6361 

www.tuckamorelodge.com 

No.1 greatest travel secret, our company is recommended 

by Wunderlust magazine’s “Top 100 

Places to Stay.” Our list of amenities includes 

sauna, hot tub, billiard room, library, living room 

with cable TV, fitness equipment, canoes for paddling 

on Tuckamore Pond, extensive decks for 

relaxation with views of Tuckamore Pond. Smokefree 

environment. There is so much at Tuckamore 

that a week’s stay will seem a few short days. 

RIVERSIDE CHALETS INC. ★★ 1 ⁄2 

71 Main Rd., River of Ponds 

Toll-Free: 1-866-575-4750 

www.riversidechalets.com 

jr.house@nf.sympatico.ca 

Three fully equipped chalets located on the bank 

of River of Ponds River, one of the premier salmon 

rivers in the area. Quiet setting with gorgeous 

view. Laundromat on site. Decks to enjoy the view 

and BBQs supplied. Each chalet has 2 bedrooms 

plus pull-out sofa in the living room. Fully 

equipped bathrooms. Satellite TV, coffee makers 

and full kitchens make these chalets your home 

away from home. $85 - $95 per night. Weekly 

rates available. No smoking. Pets welcome. 

RIVERSEA COTTAGES AND MOTEL ★★ 1 ⁄2 

32 Main St., Pollards Point 

Tel: 709-482-2300 / 709-482-2228 

Off-Season : 709-482-2020 

Toll-Free: 1-877-480-2300 

www.riversea.ca 

morrispittman@hotmail.com 

Eight cottages, oceanfront rooms and housekeeping 

units and lounge. One hour east of Deer 

Lake, 1 hour from Gros Morne, icebergs, whale 

watching, hunting and fishing. Cable TV, bathtubs, 

Laundromat, all 3-room suites with separate 

eating, sleeping and living rooms. Cottages 

$85 - $115, motel $65 - $115. MasterCard, Visa. 

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SEASIDE SUITES ★★★★ 

39 Water St., Woody Point 

Tel: 709-453-2777 

www.seasidesuites.ca 

info@seasidesuites.ca 

We aren’t just waterfront...we are OVER the 

waterfront! Seaside Suites is located in the historic 

community of Woody Point. Our 4-star 

accommodations have three new, well-appointed 

suites with endless views of Gros Morne National 

Park. Close to hiking trails, boat tours, craft 

shops and restaurants. Explore the park and the 

local culture, then return to the comforts of your 

spectacular over-the-water retreat, where you 

can fish and sip wine right from your deck! 

VICTORIAN MANOR ★★ 1 ⁄2 

Main Rd., Woody Point 

Tel: 709-453-2485 

Toll-Free: 1-866-453-2485 

www.grosmorne.com/victorianmanor 

vmanor.grosmorne@nf.sympatico.ca 

Enjoy the leisurely atmosphere of our picturesque 

town by staying in one of our efficiency units. 

Each of the three two-bedroom units has a large 

furnished patio with a view of beautiful Gros 

Morne Mountain and Bonne Bay. To the left of 

the units is a view of The Tablelands, a geological 

wonder. Made up of rock very rarely seen on 

the surface of the Earth, it was formed when the 

ancient ocean floor was thrust upwards by the 

collision of the European and North American 

continents. 

MIDDLE BROOK 

COTTAGES & CHALETS ★★★★ 

Glenburnie, Gros Morne National Park 

Tel: 709-453-2332 

www.middlebrookcottages.com 

info@middlebrookcottages.com 

Six cottages and four non-efficiency units. Visitors 

can relax in the tranquil setting of all pine interiors, 

tasteful decor and solid pine and birch furniture. 

The chalets have an upstairs bedroom and 

a balcony overlooking the surrounding beauty. 

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deluxe suite is the perfect retreat, complete with 

a whirlpool en suite bath. 

PIRATE’S HIDEAWAY INN ★★★ 

McKay’s 

Tel: 709-645-2770 / 709-645-2791 

Toll-Free: 1-877-995-2771 

www.pirateshideawayinn.com 

paulandruth@nf.sympatico.ca 

Fun, active environment with a flavour of Newfoundland 

hospitality and country-style living. 

Hot tub/sauna, outdoor pool, pub/restaurant/gas 

bar, cable TV, complimentary breakfast, 

laundry, summer/winter activities, adventure 

trails, canoeing, fishing, hiking/snowmobile 

tours. $69 single, $79 double, seniors 10% discount. 

Includes breakfast. 

MAJESTIC VIEW COTTAGES ★★★ 

Doyles 

Tel: 709-955-2937 / 709-695-8990 

blanchedowney@hotmail.com 

Peace, tranquility and beauty. Beautiful new 2bedroom 

cottage, fully equipped, veranda overlooking 

the mountains and Grand Codroy River, 

TV/DVD, play area, laundry, BBQ/fire pit, 

access to phone, complimentary tea/coffee, in 

walking distance of general store, beach and 

nature park. $75 - $85 double, $10 per additional 

person, kids under 12 stay for free. 

SHARK COVE SUITES ★★1 ⁄2 

16 Currie Ave., Port aux Basques 

Tel: 709-695-3831 / 709-695-8198 

www.gatewaytonewfoundland.com 

f6sharkc@nf.aibn.com 

Eight housekeeping units, modern spacious 

suites, located in quiet residential area, 2.5 km 

from Newfoundland-Nova Scotia ferry. Cable 

TV, full-sized fridge, microwave, all cooking utensils/cutlery 

and dishware. Queen and double beds 

in 2-bedroom suites, BBQ available, pets allowed. 

Laundromat, convenience store, art gallery, dinner 

theatre. Rates $65 1-bedroom suite, $75 2-bedroom 

suites, off-season rates available. 

GILLETT’S MOTEL ★★1 ⁄2 

1 Inspiration Rd., Burgeo 

Toll-Free: 1-800-268-5834 

www.gillettsmotel.ca 

info@gillettsmotel.ca 

Gillett’s Motel is a clean, modern facility located 

in the beautiful town of Burgeo, a traditional 

Newfoundland community. Come and enjoy the 

friendly, helpful staff and taste our famous homestyle 

cooking in the Galley Restaurant, specializing 

in fresh fish dishes. Nearby Sandbanks 

Provincial Park has 7 km of white sandy beaches, 

abundant wildlife and great fishing. Beautiful 

rugged coastline (great for kayaking), nesting 

site for endangered piping plover. 

HOTEL STEPHENVILLE ★★ 1 ⁄2 

19 Oregon Dr., Stephenville 

Tel: 709-643-5176 / 709-643-5177 

www3.nf.sympatico.ca/hotel.stephenville 

hotel.stephenville@nf.sympatico.ca 

At airport, next to Arts and Culture Centre, fitness 

centres, stadiums and College of the North 

Atlantic. Dining room, lounge, telephone, cable 

TV, bath/shower, non-smoking rooms. $64 - $99. 

THE PALACE INN ★★★★ 

2 School Rd, St. George’s 

Tel: 709-647-1377 

Toll-Free: 1-877-999-1377 

www.thepalaceinn.ca 

thepalaceinn@gmail.com 

A 1904 residence restored to its early charm, 

with antiques. Updated with modern luxuries and 

amenities. Two suites with queen bed, sitting 

rooms and Jacuzzi; 5 rooms with en suite baths; 

full complimentary breakfast; Internet, telephone, 

TV/VCR in each room; laundry; home-cooked 

meals upon request; spectacular view of Sandy 

Point and Bay St. George. 

HOTEL PORT AUX BASQUES ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

2 Grand Bay Rd., Port aux Basques 

Tel: 709-695-2171 

Toll-Free: 1-877-695-2171 

www.hotelpab.com 

info@hotelpab.com 

Closest accommodation to the ferry. Award-winning 

property with scenic walking trail next to 

ocean, banquet/meeting facilities, lounge, dining 

room with healthy choice menu, private bath, 

housekeeping units, business centre with highspeed 

Internet access (Internet access in rooms) 

and laundry. Pets allowed. Single/double 

$89.99 - $119, suites $119.99 - $179.99, family 

rates $89.99. 

RAMEA RETREAT ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

2 Main St., Ramea 

Tel: 709-625-2522 

Toll-Free: 1-800-565-2925 

www.easternoutdoors.com 

info@easternoutdoors.com 

Whether you’re visiting the islands for work or for 

leisure, Ramea Retreat can provide you with 

clean, comfortable and affordable accommodation. 

Rooms and houses available across the 

island. Located in the heart of Ship Cove, the 

Island View Lodge is across from the slipway and 

easily accessible from the ferry terminal. Facilities 

include a fully licensed restaurant, 10 hostel-type 

beds, a large common room with cable TV and 

high-speed Internet access, as well as full bathroom 

and laundry facilities for visitors. 


west coast theatre 

Welcome to the 2009 Gros Morne Theatre Festival. For 

the 60th anniversary since Newfoundland joined Canada 

we present David French’s Mercer Family saga. Five separate 

but connected plays reveal the humour, sadness, and 

drama of a Newfoundland family struggling to survive. 

The plays are funny, sad, tragic and always entertaining. 

And let’s not forget our ever popular Ethie dinner theatre 

and Neddy Norris show. Come and witness this 

extraordinary theatrical event in Cow Head this summer! 

Neddy Norris Night (Cabaret) 

In 2009 we are marking 60 years of Confederation 

with Canada, so, come, sit 

back, have a few cups, clap your hands, 

tap your toes and revel in an evening of 

recitations and traditional Newfoundland 

music focusing on the Newfoundland and 

Canada partnership. Musical Direction by 

Louis McDonald - Staged by Jeff Pitcher 

Ethie (Dinner Theatre) 

by Shane Ellis Coatesatre 

The coastal steamer Ethie is docking again 

at the Shallow Bay Motel for another wondrous 

journey back to December 1919. 

Join Captain English, Cassie Brown, 1st 

Mate Gullage, and the colourful crew as 

they recreate the tale of how she came to 

rest on the rocks of Martin’s Point 90 years 

ago. Directed by Jeff Pitcher 

Soldier’s Heart 

by David French The start of the Mercer 

Family saga has Esau Mercer, a veteran of 

the First World War, trying to persuade his 

alienated 16-year-old son, Jacob, not to 

leave home. Slowly, Esau’s devastating 

and unsparing account of what secrets lay 

in his soldier’s heart bring father and son 

together. Directed by Jeff Pitcher 

Saltwater Moon 

by David French French’s most produced 

play, it focuses on Mary, a fierce teenager 

with “steel in her heart.” Her former beau, 

Jacob, returns from the big city of Toronto 

to steal her back from her boring schoolteacher 

fiancé. Directed by Sarah McDonald-Anderson 

1949 

by David French The saga continues, and 

we find Jacob and Mary married and 

moved to Toronto. The play deals with the 

emotional and political decisions that the 

characters must come to as Newfoundland 

joins Confederation on April Fool's Day of 

1949. Directed by Jeff Pitcher 

Leaving Home 

by David French The first written play of 

the Mercer Family Series that tells the story 

of the family that has emigrated from Newfoundland 

to Canada in the 1950s. A classic 

drama that poignantly tells the story of 

Jacob and Mary’s two sons Bill and Ben as 

they come of age and attempt to leave the 

family home. Directed by Stephen Drover 

Of the Fields, Lately 

by David French Jacob and Mary’s son, 

Ben, returns home after an absence of two 

years to find his mother and family friend 

Wiff trying to sustain his father, Jacob. 

Directed by Todd Hennessey 

Little Neddy on the Heady 

An afternoon Neddy show for families! Set 

in one of the most beautiful vistas on the 

entire west coast, Newfoundland folktales, 

songs and children’s stories come to life in 

an animated and colourful production! 

Musical Direction by Louis McDonald 

Staged by Jeff Pitcher 

Who’s Darkening Our Door? 

A great relaxed atmosphere where you the 

audience are invited to learn how to 

square dance – the Cow Head way! 

To book tickets go to 

www.theatrenewfoundland.com 

or call 1-877-243-2899 (May 4 to September) 

or 1-709-639-7238 prior to May 4.







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FORT BIRCHY PARK AND CAMPGROUND Birchy 

Lake; Tel: 709-636-3678; 100 Sites 

FLATWATER POND PARK Baie Verte; Tel: 709- 

532-CAMP; g.noble@nf.aibn.com 

ISLAND COVE PARK La Scie; Tel: 709-675- 

2266 / 2460; townoflascie@nf.aibn.com 

GEORGE HUXTER MEMORIAL PARK Springdale; 

Tel: 709-673-3808; todd.springdale@nf.aibn.com 

KONA BEACH PARK 

South Brook 

Tel: 709-657-2400 

konabeach@hotmail.com 

Beautiful family campground 

situated on 

lake/salmon river with birch 

trees, level lots and quiet. 

MARY MARCH 

WILDERNESS PARK 

Buchans Junction 

Tel: 709-672-3348 

Off-Season: 709-672-3348 

www.angelfire.com/va3/mmwp 

steharris@nf.sympatico.ca 

Located on Newfoundland’s second-largest 

lake, the historic Red 

Indian Lake. We promote the 

natural beauty and wilderness 

areas in the park. 


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CATAMARAN PARK Badger; Tel: 709-539-5115; 

100 Sites 

OCEAN VIEW PARK 

Leading Tickles 

Tel: 709-486-7782 

Off-Season: 709-483-2180 

www.leadingtickles.ca 

leadingtickles@nf.aibn.com 

Bordered by two beaches, surrounded 

by cliffs and lookouts, with walking 

trails that lead you to a view of 

icebergs, whales and capelin rolling 

on the beaches. 

SPAWNING POOL PARK Botwood; Tel: 709- 

257-4885; 36 Sites 

10 BEOTHUK PARK Grand Falls-Windsor; Tel: 709- 

489-9832; 70 Sites 

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RV PARK 

Grand Falls-Windsor 

Tel: 709-489-8780 

Tel: 709-489-7350 

fred.parsons@nf.sympatico.ca 

Located on the banks of the beautiful 

Exploits River, the park features 

all full-service sites just minutes from 

downtown Grand Falls-Windsor 

and major tourist attractions. 

FALLSVIEW MUNICIPAL 

PARK 

Bishop’s Falls 

Tel: 709-258-2228 

www.bishopsfalls.ca 

Direct access to salmon fishing 

on the Exploits River; central location 

makes it an ideal home base 

when visiting the Exploits Valley. 

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BROOKDALE RV PARK & CAMPGROUND Bishop’s 

Falls; Tel: 709-258-7377; info@brookdaleinn.com 

WOOLFREY’S POND TRAIL 

AND CAMPGROUND 

Lewisporte 

Tel: 709-541-2267 

Tel: 709-535-2737 

www.lewisportecanada.com 

derek@lewisportecanada.com 

Located within driving distance of 

Lewisporte. Enjoy many beautiful 

attractions. Strategically located and 

offers an excellent base from where 

you can visit Notre Dame Bay. 

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TCH, Lewisporte Junction 

Tel: 709-535-2379 

Toll Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Nestled in the lush forests of central 

Newfoundland, it is an ideal 

choice for the family. Firewood for 

sale on site. 

PEYTON’S WOODS RV 

PARK & CAMPGROUND 

Back Harbour, Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-2000 

Tel: 709-884-5532 

www.twillingate.net 

peytonsrvpark@yahoo.ca 

Situated on a pristine, forested 

site a few minutes from 

Back Harbour Beach. Nearby 

dinner theatre and musicals, as 

well as many other activities. 

SLEEPY COVE PARK & CAMPGROUND Crow 

Head, Twillingate; Tel: 709-884-5651 

DILDO RUN PROVINCIAL 

PARK 

Route 340, 20 km S Twillingate 

Tel: 709-629-3350 

Toll Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Dildo Run Provincial Park is a 

short drive from the small historic 

communities of New World Island. 

JONATHAN’S POND CAMPGROUND 16 km 

north of Gander; Tel: 709-424-3007; 104 Sites 

COUNTRY INN TRAILER PARK Gander; Toll- 

Free: 1-888-256-7755; 70 Sites 

SIR FREDERICK BANTING MEMORIAL MUNI- 

CIPAL PARK Musgrave Harbour; Tel: 709- 

655-2119; 49 Sites 

DEADMAN’S BAY 

PROVINCIAL PARK (DAY USE) 

Deadman’s Bay 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This beach of fine beige sand is a nice 

place to stop for a picnic. The exposed 

coastline is an excellent spot for viewing 

icebergs in early summer. 

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WINDMILL BIGHT PARK Lumsden; Tel: 709- 

530-2312 / 536-7675; 

windmillbight@msn.com; 50 Sites 


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2622; 4 Sites 

INDIAN BAY COTTAGES AND CAMPGROUNDS 

Indian Bay; Tel: 709-678-2332; 16 Sites 

SQUARE POND FRIENDS 

AND FAMILY RV PARK 

Square Pond 

Tel: 709-674-7566 

Tel: 709-533-2960 

www.squarepondpark.ca 

info@squarepondpark.ca 

Family campground with 

upgraded sites and services. 

Updated comfort station. On a 

natural pond with excellent 

salmon river. A friendly, quiet, 

family atmosphere. 

DAVID SMALLWOOD MUNICIPAL PARK 

Gambo; Tel: 709-674-0122; 42 Sites 

EASTPORT PENINSULA SUNSHINE PARK Eastport; 

Tel: 709-677-2438; 126 Sites 

TERRA NOVA NATIONAL PARK 

Toll-Free: 1-800-414-6765 

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JIPUJIJKUEI KUESPEM PARK Conne River; Tel: 

709-882-2470; 32 Sites 

DEADMAN’S COVE PARK Harbour Breton; Tel: 

709-885-2354; 15 Sites 

All campground information confirmed 

as of April 17, 2009. 

Visit www.downhomeoutdoors.com 

for the latest additions and 

information on campgrounds. 

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ALEXANDER MURRAY HIKING TRAIL 

King’s Point; Tel: 709-268-3838 

BEAR HEAD LOOKOUT Leading Tickles; Tel: 

709-483-2180; leadingtickles@nf.aibn.com 

OCEANSIDE NATURE TRAIL Leading Tickles; Tel: 

709-483-2180; leadingtickles@nf.aibn.com 

ROWSELL’S HILL NATURE TRAIL Point Leamington; 

Tel: 709-484-3404; roosevelt@nf.sympatico.ca 

WALKING TRAILS OF BOTWOOD Botwood; 709- 

257-3002; Botwoodtowncouncil@nf.aibn.com 

WOOLFREY’S POND TRAIL 

Lewisporte 

Tel: 709-541-2267 / 709-535-2737 

www.lewisportecanada.com 


A 7 km (boardwalk) nature trail travels the 

perimeter of the pond and winds through tall 

stands of trees. You can observe wildlife in 

their natural environment, and for the more 

challenged walker, visit three lookouts that 

offer a majestic view of Mount Peyton and 

Lewisporte harbour. 

COD JACK’S COVE TRAIL Twillingate; Tel: 709- 

884-5683; fred.bridger@nf.sympatico.ca 

LONG POINT TRAILS Twillingate; 

709-884-5683; fred.bridger@nf.sympatico.ca 

LOWER LITTLE HARBOUR TRAIL Twillingate; Tel: 

709-884-5683; fred.bridger@nf.sympatico.ca 

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FRENCH BEACH TRAIL Durrell; Tel: 709-884- 

5683; fred.bridger@nf.sympatico.ca 

PIKE’S ARM LOOKOUT & PICNIC AREA Pike’s 

Arm; Tel: 709-628-5383; eloder@hotmail.com 

TURPIN’S TRAIL Tilting; Tel: 709-658-7236; 

towncouncil@townoftilting.com 

COBB’S POND ROTARY PARK Gander; Tel: 

709-651-5927; tourism@gandercanada.com 

DOVER FAULT TRAIL & INTERPRETATION 

CENTRE Dover; Tel: 709-537-2139; townofdover@persona.ca 

HIGH TIDE TRAIL Eastport; Tel: 709-677-2161; 

cynthia@eastport.ca 

GUN HILL LOOKOUT Harbour Breton; Tel: 709- 

885-2354; harbourbreton@nf.aibn.com 

MILE POND TRAIL Harbour Breton; Tel: 709- 

885-2354; harbourbreton@nf.aibn.com 


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Buchans 

Toll Free: 1-877-672-4455 

redochreinn@nf.aibn.com 

Come fish for land-locked salmon, speckled 

trout and char, and you’ll never have to tell 

fishing lies again. Check out our ATV Rodeo 

package. 

ASPENWOOD TOURS Springdale; Tel: 709- 

673-4255; tim.howse@nf.sympatico.ca 

SHOREFAST BOAT TOURS Triton; Tel: 709-263- 

2502; info@fudgesmotel.ca 

CARIBOU ADVENTURE TOURS Lewisporte; Tel: 

709-535-8379 / 541-1188; 

caribou.adv@nf.sympatico.ca 

WHALES & BERGS INC. Notre Dame Bay 

(Birchy Bay); Toll Free: 1-877-726-8104; 

bdoyle@nf.sympatico.ca 

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SEAKNIFE KAYAKS ADVENTURES Cottlesville; 

Tel: 709-629-7402; seaknife.lindy@nf.sympatico.ca 

HOSPITAL POND COMMUNITY GARDEN, PIC- 

NIC AND SWIMMING AREA Twillingate; Tel: 

709-884-2109; kfacey@sympatico.ca 

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ICEBERG QUEST BOAT TOURS 

Pier 52, Twillingate 

Toll Free: 1-877-8-WHALES (94-2537) 

Join the Iceberg Quest crew for a narrated 

tour of the unique coastline we so proudly call 

“home.” View icebergs, whales and seabirds. 

Step aboard…Experience the wonder…your 

memories will last a lifetime! 

TWILLINGATE ADVENTURE TOURS 

Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-5999 

Toll Free: 1-888-447-8687 

www.twillingateadventuretours.com 

info@twillingateadventurestours.com 

A two-hour scenic tour to whales, icebergs and 

a variety of seabirds. Lodgings available at 

Harbour Light Inn. 

10 FOGO ISLAND MARINE INFORMATION 

CENTRE Seldom; Tel: 709-627-3366 / 3409; 

bbennett@nf.aibn.com 

11 DIVE MASTER CHARTERS Gander; Tel: 709- 

424-5723; kdlinfield@hotmail.com 

12 BURNSIDE ARCHAEOLOGICAL BOAT TOURS 

Burnside; Tel: 709-677-2474 / 745-4687; 

laurie.mclean@nf.sympatico.ca 

13 OCEAN WATER TOURS Saltons, Terra Nova 

National Park; Tel: 709-533-6024 / 2971; 

oceanwatch@nf.sympatico.ca 

14 COAST OF BAYS ADVENTURES INC. 

St. Alban’s; Tel: 709-538-3934; 

robhanson20 @hotmail.com 

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Harbour Breton; Tel: 709-885-2354; 

harbourbreton@nf.aibn.com

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1 WEST BROOK ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Springdale 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This 10.74 km 2 red pine site is situated at the 

headwaters of West Brook. Red pine is 

presently the rarest indigenous coniferous tree 

species in Newfoundland. 

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MARY MARCH WILDERNESS ADVENTURE 

Buchans Junction 

Tel: 709-672-7074 / 3348 

steharris@nf.sympatico.ca 

Licensed guided wilderness tours: hiking, 

canoeing, kayaking, power boating, ATV and 

snowmobiling adventures in beautiful Exploits 

Valley water system, Millertown – Wildlife of 

Newfoundland – in Buchans plateau areas. 

RED INDIAN ADVENTURES Grand Falls- 

Windsor; Tel: 709-486-0892; 

info@redindianadventures.com 

CARMANVILLE WETLANDS INTERPRETATION 

CENTRE Carmanville; Tel: 709-534-2626; 

dianeyw@hotmail.com 


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65 km offshore from Cape Freels 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This reserve is the last known breeding site in 

North America of the Great Auk – driven to 

extinction by human exploitation. Access is 

restricted to research scientists. 

BAY DU NORD WILDERNESS RESERVE 

Interior Wilderness 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


Within this roadless wilderness the visitor can 

experience wildlife populations and plant communities 

representative of wild Newfoundland. 

The caribou here thrive with little or no disturbance 

from humans. 

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DORSET SOAPSTONE QUARRY SITE Fleur de Lys; 

Tel: 709-253-2126/3474; milliewalsh@nf.aibn.com 

BAIE VERTE PENINSULA MINER’S MUSEUM, INFO 

CENTRE & CRAFTSHOP Baie Verte; Tel: 709-532- 

4477 / 8090; baievertepeda@nf.aibn.com 

OUTPORT MUSEUM, GIFTSHOP & TEA ROOM 

La Scie (June-September); Tel: 709-659-3221 

THE WAY WE WERE MUSEUM Tilt Cove; Tel: 

709-675-2641 

H.C. GRANT HERITAGE MUSEUM Springdale; 709- 

673-3439; townoffice.springdale@nf.aibn.com 

MAINMAST MUSEUM Springdale; Tel: 709-673- 

4279; parsonspete@hotmail.com 

PILLEY’S ISLAND HERITAGE MUSEUM Pilley’s Island; 

Tel: 709-652-3555; traverse@nf.sympatico.ca 

JACK WARD MEMORIAL GENERAL STORE HER- 

ITAGE CENTRE Leading Tickles; Tel: 709-483- 

2212; leadingtickles@nf.aibn.com 

TOWN OF POINT LEAMINGTON 

HERITAGE CENTRE 

Point Leamington 

Tel: 709-484-3463 

donald.stuckless@nf.sympatico.ca 

www.pointleamington.com 

Located on the banks of Mill River, an excellent 

salmon river and trailer park (also dumping station) 

off Route 350. 

10 ROYAL CANADIAN MUSEUM Grand Falls- 

Windsor; Tel: 709-489-6560; 

russ.rowsell@nf.sympatico.ca 

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BOTWOOD HERITAGE 

AND AVIATION MUSEUMS 

Botwood Airbase 

Tel: 709-257-46123 

botwoodtowncouncil@nf.aibn.com 

www.town.botwood.nl.ca 

June 15 – Sept 30 Flying Boats. World War 

II. Cottage Hospital. European Explorers. Shipbuilding. 

Beothuk Displays. PBY Catalina. 

Walking Trails. Guided Tours. RV Parking. 

Dumping Station. 

BY THE BAY MUSEUM AND CRAFT SHOP 

235 Main Street, Lewisporte 

Tel: 709-535-1911 / 3900 

Museum depicts the history of Lewisporte and 

area in logging, railway, coastal and passenger 

boats, World War I and II and medical. 

Craft shop carries an excellent assortment of 

handmade quilts, knitted items, preserves, artwork 

and china. Located on the waterfront. 

MORETON’S HARBOUR COMMUNITY MUS- 

EUM Moreton’s Harbour; Tel: 709-684-2507 

PRIME BERTH FISHING LEGACY ADVENTURE 

Twillingate Causeway; Tel: 709-844-2485; 

primeberth@explornet.com 

TWILLINGATE MUSEUM & CRAFTSHOP 

Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-2825 

twa@persona.ca 

www.tmacs.ca 

Museum depicts life at the turn of the century. 

Theme exhibits: Opera singer Georgina Stirling, 

Maritime Archaic & Beothuk Artifacts, 

Genealogy & Cemetery Data. 

DURRELL MUSEUM & CRAFTS 

Durrell, Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-5537 / 2780 

lebulgin@hotmail.com 

Overlooking the ocean, see the Mounted 

Polar Bear Exhibit and the many artifacts portraying 

the history and culture of the community, 

including the Arm Lads Brigade memorabilia. 

View icebergs from Museum Hill. 

BEOTHUK INTERPRETATION CENTRE Boyd’s 

Cove; 709-656-3114; boydscove@nf.aibn.com 

OVER THE TOP MUSEUM Birchy Bay; Tel: 709- 

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THE OLDE SHOPPE MUSEUM & PETE’S PUTT 

PUTT TOURS Change Islands; Tel: 709-621- 

4541; ps.porter@nf.sympatico.ca 

LANE HOUSE MUSEUM Tilting; Tel: 709-658- 

7326; towncouncil@townoftilting.com 

GANDER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT EXHIBIT 

Gander; Tel: 709-256-6677; 

marketing@giaa.nf.ca 

BANTING MEMORIAL PARK Musgrave Harbour; 

Tel: 709-655-2119; bantinghti@nf.aibn.com 

BONAVISTA NORTH MUSEUM & GALLERY 

Wesleyville; 709-536-2110; 

museum@nf.aibn.com 

RESETTLER’S MUSEUM Centreville; Tel: 709- 

678-6317 

SMALLWOOD & KITTIWAKE COAST INTERPRE- 

TATION CENTRE Gambo; Tel: 709-674-4476; 

sedcor@nf.aibn.com 

GLOVERTOWN MUSEUM Glovertown; Tel: 

709-533-3358; churchills@nf.sympatico.ca 

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KEN DIAMOND MEMORIAL PARK 

Glovertown 

Tel: 709-533-2351 

jperry@personainternet.com 

www.glovertown.net 

Several kilometres of walking trails, bridges 

and lookouts in a natural setting. 

SALVAGE FISHERMEN’S MUSEUM Salvage; Tel: 

709-677-2414; gmheffern@hotmail.com 

THE ELLIOTT PREMISES Harbour Breton; Tel: 

709-885-2885; harbourbreton@nf.aibn.com 

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SUNNY COTTAGE HERITAGE CENTRE Harbour 

Breton; Tel: 709-885-2425; harbourbreton@nf.aibn.com

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GIANT SQUID INTERPRETATION CENTRE 

Glover’s Harbour; Tel: 709-483-2325; 

lillyburton@sympatico.ca 

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JIGG’S FUN FARM & RIDING STABLES Botwood; 

Tel: 709-258-5535; saddletramp53@hotmail.com 

GRAND FALLS GOLF COURSE Grand Falls-Windsor; 

Tel: 709-489-7631; grandfallsgolf@nf.aibn.com 

SALMONID INTERPRETATION CENTRE Grand 

Falls-Windsor; Tel: 709-489-7350; fred.parsons@nf.sympatico.ca 

CAMPBELLTON BERRY FARM 

Campbellton 

Tel: 709-261-2739 

campbelltonberry@NFupick.com 

“...the Best berries I have ever tasted – and I 

should know. “– Retired Produce Buyer for the 

Boston Market, while U-picking. 

MUSICAL BACK ROOM SESSIONS 

WITH ADA AND FRIENDS 

Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-2928 

adablue@persona.ca 

www.adamusic.ca 

Enjoy a relaxing evening of easy listening music 

with ECMA & MUSICNL nominee, Ada Piercey 

Jenkins and her musical friends, every Saturday 

evening during the summer at the Orange 

Lodge, Main Street. 

TOUTONS AND TEA WITH THE SPLIT PEAS 

Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-2282 / 2801 

margaretmanuel@personainternet.com 

June 16 - August 20. Enjoy a great musical 

experience by the seven female members of the 

Split Peas at the Orange Lodge, Main Street, 

Twillingate. Original and traditional/folk music 

every Tuesday and Thursday evening at 7 p.m. 

Toutons and Tea for sale. 

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LONG POINT TOURS & LOOKOUT Crow 

Head, Twillingate; Tel: 709-884-5651 

KARREN & MUSICAL FRIENDS Durrell; Tel: 

709-884-5800; karrenchurchill@yahoo.com 

NEWFOUNDLAND PONY REFUGE Change 

Islands; Tel: 709-621-4400; 

cinfponyrefuge@yahoo.ca 

11 AEROSMITH AIR CHARTERS Gander; Toll Free: 

1-888-999-2376; ksmith@aerosmithinc.com 

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EVA’S AIR CHARTERS 

Gander 

Toll Free: 1-888-651-3827 

charters@evasair.com 

Whether it is whale watching in our picturesque 

harbours, viewing the magnificent icebergs 

off our trident coast, or acquiring a 

completely different perspective of our spectacular 

national parks, Eva’s Air Charters can 

truly reveal the beauty of our great land. 

GANDER GOLF CLUB TCH Gander; Tel: 709- 

256-4653 (for tee times); Toll Free: 1-877- 

256-4650; gandergolfclub@nfld.net 

14 SMALLWOOD AND KITTIWAKE COAST INTER- 

PRETATION CENTRE Gambo; 709-674-4476; 

sedcor@nf.aibn.com 

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HOUSE OF DIAMONDS 

Glovertown 

Tel: 709-533-6672 

jperry@personainternet.com 


Art gallery and gift shop exhibiting work from 

Newfoundland and Labrador artists and artisans. 

Open May – December, 7 days a 

week. 

16 COAST OF BAYS ARTS AND EXPLORATION 

CENTRE Milltown; Tel: 709-882-2470; 

pfoster@mfngov.ca 

17 DEADMAN’S COVE BEACH Harbour Breton; Tel: 

709-885-2354; harbourbreton@nf.aibn.com 

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ROCKY POINT LIGHTHOUSE Harbour Breton; Tel: 

709-885-2354; harbourbreton@nf.aibn.com

central 


DORSET COUNTRY INN ★★★ 

Baie Verte 

Tel: 709-532-8075 / 532-7037 

Toll-Free: 1-877-532-8095 

Located in the centre of town, across from the 

RCMP station. Home-style comforts. Complimentary 

breakfast; coin-operated laundry; non-smoking 

rooms; private bath/shower, TV, telephone 

and high-speed wireless Internet in all rooms; 

boardwalk; 4 pet-friendly rooms. $74 - $89 single. 

WINDAMERE CABINS ★★★ 

Route 391, Rattling Brook 

Tel: 709-268-3863 

www.windamerecabins.com 

debbie@windamerecabins.com 

Beautiful, 2-bedroom fully equipped log cabins, 

with a view of icebergs, whales, dolphins, bald 

eagles etc. Short walk to 800-ft. Rattling Brook 

Falls trail, picnic/play area. Many hiking trails, 

including Alexander Murray Hiking Trail in King’s 

Point. Stay a week and enjoy many scenic day 

trips or walk the beach when the tide is out. Wireless 

Internet, cable. Open year-round, on snowmobile 

trail. Starting at $100. 

OSPREY LANDING COTTAGES 

AND RV PARK ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

54 Main Street, Northern Arm 

Tel: 709-257-2611 

Toll-Free: 1-877-757-2611 

ospreylandingcottages.netfirms.com 

hollydalley@hotmail.com 

Quiet oceanview property just 10 min. from the 

TCH @ Exit 22 on Route 350. Two-bedroom, fully 

equipped cottages, some with queen-size beds, 

fireplaces and whirlpool tubs. Also a three-bedroom 

home with wraparound deck, eat-in 

kitchen, vaulted living room ceiling and more. 

Heated swimming pool, play area, laundry facilities. 

Watch eagles and osprey from private 

patios. 13-site RV park with picnic tables and fire 

pits. 30 amp service with water hook up. $89.50 

- $265.00 double occupancy. RV $25-$30 

per night. 

PELLEY INN ★★ 

43 Little Bay Rd., Springdale 

Tel: 709-673-3931 / 673-4230 

Toll-Free: 1-877-972-3274 

www.islandsafaris.com 

cog@islandsafaris.com 

Economy lodging with true Newfoundland hospitality. 

Whale watching and fishing excursions 

arranged. Private bath/shower, cable TV, nonsmoking 

rooms, cocktail lounge, restaurant, meeting 

facilities, room service, national hiking trail 

nearby, fishing, craft shop. $64-$74 single; additional 

person $10. Amex, Diners Club/Enroute, 

MasterCard, Visa. 

RED OCHRE INN ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Buchans 

Tel: 709-672-7255 

Toll-Free: 1-877-672-4455 

www.redochreinn.com 

redochreinn@nf.aibn.com 

Welcome to beautiful Buchaneer country! Your 

four-seasons resort destination in Central Newfoundland. 

Here at Red Ochre Inn we offer an 

unforgettable first-class experience. Whether you 

take one of our fantastic tours or just relax in our 

beautiful facilities, the staff here at Red Ochre Inn 

will make sure your stay is enjoyable and you 

receive unbeatable hospitality. That’s what we 

are all about, you have our word on it! 

LEWISPORTE COTTAGE ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

21 Premier Drive, Lewisporte 

Tel: 709-541-4584 

Off-Season: 902-864-3022 

www.lewisportecottage.com 

peterjwood@eastlink.ca 

Lewisporte Cottage is an extremely comfortable, 

affordable two-bedroom cottage (sleeps up to 

six). Local telephone, Internet, cable, laundry 

facilities (extra charge) and a private deck with 

BBQ. Lewisporte is a shopping mecca for the 

central Newfoundland region; day trips, tours 

and excursions are easily taken from the cottage 

for whale watching, iceberg viewing, caribou 

safaris and salmon fishing. 

CREWE’S HERITAGE 

BED & BREAKFAST ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

33 Main St., Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-2723 

Off-Season: 709-368-4998 

Toll-Free: 1-866-884-2723 

www.bbcanada.com.9122.html 

c.heritagebb@aibn.com 

Built in the early 1900s, this historic home is 

located on the south side of Twillingate Harbour. 

All rooms have 3-piece ensuite, and deluxe continental 

breakfast with homemade breads, 

muffins, jams and fruit. Iceberg / whale watching, 

museums and crafts, boat tours, hiking / 

walking trails, satellite TV, no pets, non-smoking. 


CRICKET FIELD COTTAGE ★★ 1 ⁄2 

Back Hr. Road, Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-2950 

cricketfieldcottage.tripod.com 

cricketfieldcottage@yahoo.ca 

Historic cottage, close to ocean, 2 bedrooms, living 

room, kitchen, bathroom. Patio with BBQ. 

Bird/whale/iceberg watching. Close to coastal 

hiking trails, museums, boat tours, dinner theatres 

and Long Point Lighthouse. Half-dozen eggs and 

bread supplied for first day. Children love the 

freedom of Twillingate. $89 (no tax). 

RUM RUNNER’S ROOST 

BED AND BREAKFAST ★★ 1 ⁄2 

139 Main Street, Twillingate 

www.rumrunnersroost.ca 

rumrunner@nf.sympatico.ca 

Located in historic Twillingate, Rum Runner’s 

Roost Bed and Breakfast is a rural home originally 

built around 1920. It has been carefully renovated 

to preserve the charm of yesteryear, while 

providing most modern conveniences. Our tranquil, 

rural setting offers perfect accommodations 

for tourists, families, business people or those simply 

seeking escape from the fast-paced world for 

a few days. Conveniently located minutes from 

shopping, boat tours and many local sites of interest. 

ATLANTIC VIEW CABINS ★★★ 


Tel: 709-884-5483 

Three rooms, oceanfront; 1-2 bedroom cabins, 

very quiet and peaceful. Excellent site for watching 

icebergs and whales. Cabins have double 

beds, satellite TV, kitchenette, full bathroom and 

dining room. Two-bedroom cabin has a spacious 

sitting/dining room. Pets allowed, BBQ on site 

and smoke-free. $75-$85. Off season rates available. 

Cash/travellers cheques accepted. 

HARBOUR LIGHTS INN ★★★ 1 ⁄2 


Tel: 709-884-2763 / 884-5999 

Toll-Free: 1-877-884-2763 

www.harbourlightsinn.com 

info@harbourlightsinn.com 

Smoke-free. Located in friendly, historical Twillingate. 

Its character is associated with an 1820s 

house mixed with elegance and the comfort of 

modern amenities. Visiting our exclusive establishment 

situated on the waterfront of the idyllic 

old Twillingate bay and harbour will add a 

unique and memorable experience to your stay 

in Newfoundland. We are pleased to offer 9 

rooms with character, charmingly decorated and 

immaculately clean. 

central 

VICTORIA COTTAGE ★★ 1 ⁄2 

Seaside Place, Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-2950 

victoria.cottage.tripod.com 

cricketfieldcottage@yahoo.ca 

Beautiful 130-year-old refurbished cottage. Twobedroom 

house with large patio to edge of 

beach. 15 min. walk from Long Point lighthouse. 

Experience our breathtaking coastal hiking trails. 

Whale and iceberg watching from your cottage 

patio. Boat tours, dinner theatres, museums, winery 

tours etc. Twillingate is a great island where 

you can relax, explore and experience our 

unique down-home culture and “salt water joys.” 

Half-dozen eggs and bread supplied for first day. 

$109 (no tax). 

PEG’S BED AND BREAKFAST ★★★ 

Fogo 

Tel: 709-266-2392 / 266-7130 

Off-Season: 709-895-0095 

www.pegsbb.com 

efreake@hotmail.com 

Spacious, bright, clean, four-bedroom house with 

a great view of the harbour. Our home is located 

in the centre of the town, walking distances to all 

amenities. Hike to the top of Brimstone Head 

(said to be one of the four corners of the Earth). 

Visit our museums, hike the many trails or kayak 

or canoe in our harbour. $75 per room per night, 

$80 for master room; cot: $10. 

HOTEL ROBIN HOOD ★★★ 

78 Lincoln Rd, Grand Falls-Windsor 

Tel: 709-489-5324 / 489-4120 

www.hotelrobinhood.com 

robin.hood@nf.sympatico.ca 

Visit the enchanting world of Hotel Robin Hood, 

where hospitality is our business. All rooms are 

air-conditioned and non-smoking, cable TV, free 

continental breakfest, pets allowed, room service, 

meeting room facilities, dining room/restaurant, 

fishing, hiking, closest hotel to the Salmonid 

Interpretation Centre. Off season $79.50; high 

season $84.50 - $109.50. 

CARRIAGE HOUSE INN ★★★★ 1 ⁄2 

181 Grenfell Heights, Grand Falls-Windsor 

Tel: 709-489-7185 

Toll-Free: 1-800-563-7133 

www.carriagehouseinn.ca 

info@carriagehouseinn.ca 

The 8 guest rooms in this boutique bed and 

breakfast offer comfortable beds, luxurious linens 

and a hearty breakfast. Whether it’s a bed & 

breakfast atmosphere or the privacy of a country 

inn you’re looking for, you will find it at the Carriage 

House Inn. Close to downtown and shopping. 

Open year-round, and located in the 

breathtaking Exploits Valley. Adjacent to one of 

the best salmon rivers in Newfoundland. $79- 

$119. Interac, Amex, MasterCard, Visa. 


central 

KITTIWAKE COTTAGES ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Notre Dame Park 

Toll-Free: 1-866-651-4121 

www.kittiwakecottages.ca 

bpeckford@nf.sympatico.ca 

A wilderness setting in beautiful Notre Dame 

Provincial Park just east of the intersection of 

Route 340 (Road to the Isles) and Route 1 TCH. 

Open year-round. Six fully equipped 2-bedroom 

cottages. Extras include fireplace, propane BBQ 

and campfire pit. During park operating season 

activities include swimming, playgrounds, paddleboat 

rentals, convenience store and park interpretation 

programs. Also an excellent gathering 

place in wintertime for snowmobiling, skiing or 

enjoying nature. Come and meet “Kitti.” 

MISTY RIVER COTTAGE ★★★ 

44 Spruce Ave., Glenwood 

Tel: 709-679-5799 

www.mistyrivercottages.ca 

info@mistyrivercottages.ca 

Five cottages, close to Gander (22 km) and next 

to the Gander River, old rail bed etc. Within walking 

distance to restaurants, pubs and sundries. 

$99 per unit (2 adults), $8 additional person. 

Interac, MasterCard, Visa. 

COUNTRY INN MOTEL ★★ 1 ⁄2 

321 Magee Rd., Gander 

Tel: 709-256-4005 

Toll-Free: 1-877-956-4005 

fredguzz@hotmail.com 

Clean, comfortable, affordable rooms in a quiet 

country setting, located 5 min. from downtown, 3 

km from shopping, 4 min. from golf. Newly renovated 

rooms, non-smoking, wireless Internet, complimentary 

continental breakfast, private 

bath/shower, cable TV and telephone. $65.95- 

$79.95. Interac, MasterCard, Visa. 

SUNSET MOTEL ★★ 1 ⁄2 

379 Pickersgill Boulevard, Centreville 

Tel: 709-678-2080 

Four rooms located in the trout fishing capital of 

Newfoundland, on Indian Bay, 10 min. from the 

famous Dover Fault. Two double beds, colour TV, 

restaurant/takeout service, dairy bar, electric 

heat, showers and tanning service. $54.95 - 

$64.95. Amex, MasterCard, Visa. 

FRESHWATER INN ★★★★ 

Route 320, Gambo 

Tel: 709-674-5577 

Toll-Free: 1-877-674-5577 

www.freshwaterinn.com 

freshwaterinn@nf.sympatico.ca 

Nestled in a quiet cove, Freshwater Inn offers 

superior accommodations and dining to visitors 

to Newfoundland’s beautiful Kittiwake Coast. 

Rooms are spacious and feature vaulted ceilings, 

hardwood floors, private ensuites and complimentary 

3-course breakfasts in a relaxed oceanfront 

setting. 

SEAVIEW COTTAGES ★★ 1 ⁄2 

325 Beach Rd., Eastport 

Tel: 709-677-2271 

www.seaviewcottages.net 

seaviewcottages@nf.sympatico.ca 

We have 23 fully equipped cottages located on 

scenic oceanfront property in Eastport. Our units 

are equipped with everything you need to make 

your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Heated 

indoor swimming pool, laundry facilities, games 

arcade, fire pit rentals and mini-golf. $70 1 - 2 

persons; $85 2-bedroom 1 - 2 persons; $5 each 

additional person. 

AUNT MAY’S BED & BREAKFAST ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Eastport 

Tel: 709-677-2075 

bsinnott@persona.ca 

Beautiful Cape Cod home, ensuites, full breakfast, 

other meals upon request, smoke-free enviroment, 

common area for guests, cable TV, wireless 

Internet, Jacuzzi. Close to beaches and Terra 

Nova National Park, music and theatre, and hiking 

trails. No pets. 

THE DOCTOR’S INN BED AND BREAKFAST 

★★★★ 

5 Burden’s Road, Eastport 

Tel: 709-677-3539 

Toll-Free: 1-877-677-3539 

www.doctors-inn.nf.ca 

g.hedges@nf.sympatico.ca 

Eleven years serving the travelling public. 2005 

winner of the Norman Parsons award for Hospitality 

and Outstanding Service. Ensuite and private 

baths/showers, cable TV, BBQ, laundry 

services, smoke-free, Internet, welcome refreshments 

and full breakfast included. Large patio, 

gazebo and garden for outdoor relaxation. Art 

and antique shop on premises. Sandy beaches, 

hiking, picturesque communities, restaurants, live 

theatre, archeology, boat tours, golf and Terra 

Nova National Park all nearby. 

VILLAGE RETREAT ★★ 1 ⁄2 

9 Loup Rd., Clarenville 

Tel: 709-466-3719 / 685-6508 

Toll-Free: 1-866-466-6803 

www.thecromwellhouse.com 

stay@thecromwellhouse.com 

Fully equipped 3-bedroom cottage is your home 

away from home. Fully furnished, antique/country 

decor, satellite TV/DVD, video games, phone, 

BBQ and patio deck, near Terra Nova Park and 

a major golf course. $100 a night with a minimum 

stay of 3 nights. Amex, MasterCard, Visa. 


Visit us in 

Scenic Twillingate 

• Winery Tours • Bike Rentals 

• Tasting Rooms • Gift Shop 

Twillingate, Newfoundland 

1-877-639-4637 Toll Free 

www.aukislandwinery.com







cape spear 

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50 No. of Sites Fire Pits 

Garnish 

Frechman’s Cove 

Grand Bank 

Lamaline 

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Campsites 

RVsites 

Dumping 

Showers 

Picnic Area 

Playground 

Laundromat 

Store 

Boat Launch 

Cabins 

Pets 

Snack Bar 

Public Phone 

Restaurant 

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Angling 

Hiking 

Swimming 

Boat Tours 

Canoeing 

Amp Service 

Water Hookup 

Internet 

ATM 

Shelter 

Beach 

Burin 

St. Lawrence 

Swift 

Current 

Monkston 

Thorburn 

Lake 

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DUNGEON PROVINCIAL PARK (DAY USE) 

Cape Bonavista 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


A collapsed sea cave with a natural archway 

carved out by tidal action highlights this site. A 

restored 19th-century lighthouse is nearby at 

Cape Bonavista, a Provincial Historic Site. 

PARADISE FARM TRAILER PARK Bonavista; Tel: 

709-468-6701; 30 Sites 

N & N TRAILER PARK Bonavista; Phone: 709- 

468-7724; 18 Sites 

LOCKSTON PATH 


Route 236, 6 km N Port Rexton 

Tel: 709-464-3553 

Toll-Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Located on the historic Bonavista 

Peninsula, offers forested 

campsites and tranquility. 

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Long 

Harbour 

Bonavista 

King’s 

Cove 

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Elliston 

Port Rexton 

Trinity 

Catalina 

Grates 

Cove 

Old Perlican 

New Chelsea 

Bay de Verde 

Lower Island Cove 

Winterton 

Heart’s 

Content 

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Branch 

St. Stephen’s 

Carbonear 

Salmonier 

Cappyhayden 

Bay Bulls 

Witless Bay 

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TRINITY CABINS TRAILER PARK Trinity; Toll- 

Free: 1-877-341-3657; 12 Sites 

CABOT HI-WAY RV FACILITIES & CAMP- 

GROUND Charleston; Toll-Free: 1-877-654- 

2316; 10 Sites 

TUCKER’S THORBURN LAKE RESORT Thorburn 

Lake; Tel: 709-427-7668; 42 Sites 

KILMORY RESORT TRAILER PARK Swift Current; 

Toll-Free: 1-888-884-2410; 10 Sites 

9 GOLDEN 

SANDS RESORT 

Winterland Road, Route 

222 Burin 

Tel: 709-891-2400 

Located in heart of the 

Burin Peninsula, on a 

freshwater pond. Full mile 

of sandy beach. Free-use 

showers and washrooms. 

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FRENCHMAN’S COVE 


Route 213, Frenchman’s Cove. 

Tel: 709-826-2753 

Toll-Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Frenchman’s Cove Provincial Park 

has a varied habitat with ocean 

views that will fascinate the visitor. 

FRAZER PARK Grand Bank; Tel: 709-832- 

1600; cfollett@townofgrandbank.com 

HORSEBROOK TRAILER PARK Fortune; Tel: 

709-832-1806; 80 Sites 

PUTT-N-PADDLE CAMPGROUNDS Arnold’s Cove; 

Tel: 709-685-6767; ivan.hapgood@labatt.com 

BELLEVUE BEACH PARK 

Bellevue Beach 

Tel: 709-442-4536 

Off-Season: 709-442-3333 

www.bellevuebeach.com 

maxineanderson@bellevuebeach.com 

Contains overflow that can hold up 

to 40 RVs at the top of the beach. 

Boat tours within 30 miles, located in 

Dildo. Whale and osprey watching, 

and caplin spawning site. Installing 

Laundromats. Fiddlers Green Cabins 

5 min. walk away. Small kiosk with 

refreshments. Ospreys Nest Restaurant, 

1 km. Bellevue Beach Park separates 

beautiful Broad Lake from the 

surf of the Atlantic Ocean. 

GOOSEBERRY COVE 

PROVINCIAL PARK (DAY USE) 

Gooseberry Cove 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


Nestled in a valley overlooking Placentia Bay, 

Gooseberry Cove is a perfect place for a rest 

stop. The sandy beach is ideal for picnicking 

and beachcombing. High wave action restricts 

swimming. 

GANNET’S NEST RESTAURANT & RV PARK 

St. Bride’s; Tel: 709-227-4997; 62 Sites 

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OUTSIDE POND PARK Winterton; Tel: 709- 

583-2880; 70 Sites 

NORTHERN BAY SANDS PARK Northern Bay; 

Tel: 709-584-3465; 50 Sites 

SHAG ROCK RV & RECREATION PARK Green’s 

Harbour / Whiteway; Toll-Free: 1-888-826- 

6661; info@nlrv.ca; 130 Sites 

GOLDEN ARM 

TRAILER PARK 

Green’s Harbour 

Tel: 709-582-3600 

Off-Season: 709-582-2847 

Very quiet and friendly, centrally 

located on the Avalon. 

Take Exit 28. Satellite TV 

available in cottages. 

MOUNTAIN VIEW RV PARK Clarke’s Beach; 

Tel: 709-786-3485; 100 Sites 

DROGHEDEA RV PARK 

Route 71, Makinsons 

Tel: 709-786-9619 

Off-Season: 709-786-9619 

Historical farm house built in 

1830. Blueberry picking, walking 

and hiking trails to Hopeall, 

Trinity Bay, about 13 km. Historical 

location with regards life dating 

back to 1612 when Henry 

Crout discovered a trail linking 

Trinity Bay and Conception Bay. 

RIVERSIDE RV PARK Brigus; Tel: 709-528- 

4323; 25 Sites 

CATARACTS PROVINCIAL PARK (DAY USE) 

Colinet 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


A deep river gorge with two cascading waterfalls 

provides a scenic setting for photographs. 

Stairs and walkways enable the visitor 

to descend the gorge and cross the river. 

GUSHUE’S POND PARK TCH - Brigus Junction; 

Tel: 709-229-4003; 177 Sites 

IRISH LOOP RESORT TRAILER PARK Salmonier 

Line; Tel: 709-229-5200; 135 Sites 

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BLUE FIN RV/ 

TRAILER PARK 

Holyrood 

Tel: 709-229-5500 

www.bluefinrv.com 

info@bluefinrv.com 

Recreation building on site. 

Located 20 minutes from St. 

John’s. Just minutes from major 

tourism attractions, walking trails, 

shopping centres and golf courses. 

We invite you to come join us 

by the campfire to sing a song, 

play a tune or dance a jig. 

All campground information confirmed 

as of April 27, 2009. 

Visit www.downhomeoutdoors.com 

for the latest additions and 

information on campgrounds. 


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BUTTER POT 


TCH, 36 km west of St. John’s 

Tel: 709-685-1853 

Off-Season: 709-635-4522 

Toll-Free: 1-877-214-2267 



Butter Pot Provincial Park offers the 

visitor a variety of terrain, vegetation, 

forests, bogs and ponds. 

29 CROSSROADS TRAILER 22 

PARK 

Paradise 

Tel: 709-368-3191 

www.crossroadsmotelnl.com 

ccoveyduck@crossroadsmotelnl.com 

Gazebo. Barbecues. First exit 

off St. John’s Highway. Close to 

all amenities. Come stay with us 

and experience our Newfoundland 

and Labrador hospitality. 

At the Crossroads Motel and 

Trailer Park we will make you 

feel comfortable and welcome. 

30 C. A. PIPPY PARK 

CAMPGROUNDS 

St. John’s 

Toll Free: 1-877-477-3655 

www.pippypark.com 

pippycampground@nf.aibn.com 

A family-oriented campground 

with natural beauty in a quiet 

setting makes camping a 

refreshing experience. With 

more than 200 campsites located 

in the heart of St. John’s, 

you’ll be in no hurry to leave. 

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CELTIC RENDEZVOUS BY THE SEA Bauline 

East; Toll-Free: 1-866-334-3341; 12 Total 

Sites 

LA MANCHE 


Route 10, La Manche Valley 

Tel: 709-685-1823 

Toll-Free: 1-877-214-2267 



La Manche Provincial Park, located 

in the scenic La Manche Valley, 

includes the abandoned fishing village 

of La Manche. 

CHANCE COVE PROVINCIAL PARK 

Chance Cove 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


The camping area was once the site of an 

old settlement. Seals can often be seen near 

the pebble beach and birdwatchers will not 

be disappointed. There are no designated 

campsites. Camping is permitted on the parking 

lot in the picnic area. 


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Send us a 500-word fish story – real or imagined – 

and you could win a contour pedal boat from 

Blue Water Marine. 

And SEND US YOUR PHOTOS of your biggest catch of the day. 

The best photo will win a prize worth 

$500 from Park Lake Lodge! 

Online: www.downhomelife.com 

Mail: Big Fish Challenge, c/o Downhome 

43 James Lane, St. John’s, NL, A1E 3H3 

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Contest closes 

August 28, 2009

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KLONDYKE TRAIL Elliston; Tel: 709-468-7080; 

rootcellars@persona.ca 

LITTLE CATALINA TO MABERLY TRAIL Elliston; 

Tel: 709-468-7080; rootcellars@persona.ca 

TRINITY HISTORICAL WALKING TOURS Trinity; 

Tel: 709-364-8528; ktoope@nfld.com 

CENTRE HILL WALKING TRAIL Sunnyside; Tel: 

709-472-4506; townofsunnyside@persona.ca 

BORDEAUX WALKING TRAIL Arnold’s Cove; 

Tel: 709-463-2323; 

townofarnoldscove@nf.aibn.com 

FLAMBRO HEAD WALKING TRAIL 

Job’s Cove; Tel: 709-584-3624; 

makeandbreak@hotmail.com 

STEPS THRU TIME DRAMATIZED WALKING 

TOUR Brigus; Tel: 709-528-4044; 

seagul@nf.sympatico.ca 

SALMONIER NATURE PARK Salmonier Line; 

Tel: 709-229-7888; bpike@gov.nl.ca 


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FATHER TROY’S WALKING TRAIL 

Torbay-Flatrock 

Tel: 709-437-1915 

Toll Free: 1-866-437-1915 

seethesea@nl.rogers.com 

www.bbcanada.com/seathesea 

Suitable for novice to experienced hikers, this 

trail winds its way around the edge of the cliffs 

along the coast from Torbay to Flatrock. Just 

two minutes walk from See the Sea B&B. Enjoy 

the panoramic view, while being served a complimentary 

full breakfast with down-home hospitality 

at the little house overlooking the picturesque 

harbour of Torbay. 

10 BOWRING PARK St. John’s; Tel: 709-576-6134; 

bpf@bowringpark.com 

11 EAST COAST TRAIL St. John’s; Tel: 709-738- 

4453; office@eastcoasttrail.com 

12 GRAND CONCOURSE WALKING TRAILS St. 

John’s; Tel: 709-737-1077; info@grandconcourse.ca 

13 HISTORICAL WALKING TOURS OF ST. JOHN’S 

St. John’s; Tel: 709-364-6845; info@boyletours.com 

14 LIGHTHOUSE PICNICS Ferryland; Tel: 709-363- 

7456; jill@lighthousepicnics.ca 

15 CAPE ENGLISH TRAIL St. Vincent’s; Tel: 709- 

525-2540; svstpr@nf.aibn.com 

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ATLANTIC ADVENTURES BOAT TOURS Trinity; 

Tel: 709-464-2133 / 781-2255; 

dockmarina@hotmail.com 

OCEAN CONTACT Trinity; Tel: 709-464-3298; 

beamish@oceancontact.com 

RUGGED BEAUTY BOAT TOURS 

New Bonaventure, Trinity Bay (Route 239) 

Tel: 709-464-3856 

bruce@ruggedbeautyboattours.net 

www.ruggedbeautyboattours.net 

A journey back in time by sea to the enchanting 

and long abandoned communities of Kerley’s 

Harbour, Ireland’s Eye and British Harbour. 

Option to return by boat or by self-guided 

hike over highlands and along tumbling 

streams. Possible sightings of eagles, sea birds, 

waterfalls, whales, wild flowers and icebergs. 

RANDOM ISLAND CHARTER BOATS Petley; Tel: 

709-547-2369; Thomas@lowtide.ca 

THE HOLYROOD SWIMMING PARK Holyrood; 

Tel: 709-229-7252 / 7822; 

dkieley@townofholyrood.com 

ANN’S TOURS Conception Bay South; Tel: 

709-682-0794 / 834-6666; 

ann@annstours.ca 

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OCEAN QUEST 

17 Stanley’s Road, Conception Bay South 

Tel: 709-834-7234 

info@oceanquestcharters.com 

www.oceanquestcharters.com 

National Award Winning Adventure and 5star 

Scuba Training Centre. Scuba training, 

diving charters, sales and services, boat tours, 

whales, icebergs, bus tours, photo safaris, conference 

facilities, 4-star B&B accommodations, 

snorkel and scuba parties, professional catering 

and a function lounge room. Youth (10+) 

to adult. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries 

and reunions. 

PARASAIL ADVENTURES St. Philip’s; Tel: 709- 

685-8341; info@ParasailAdventures.com 

OCEAN SCIENCES CENTRE Marine Lab Road, 

Logy Bay; Tel: 709-737-2459 

DEE JAY CHARTERS 

St. John’s Harbour 

Tel: 709-753-8687 

info@deejaycharters.ca 

www.deejaycharters.ca 

Depart from St. John’s Harbour at Pier 7. Visit 

historic Quidi Vidi Village, cruise up to Cape 

Spear and return beside the rugged coastline 

of Blackhead Bay and Freshwater Bay. Keep 

your eyes open for the many species of 

whales and seabirds and, of course, our 

famous puffins. Daily Tours: 10 a.m., 2 p.m., 6 

p.m. (2.5 hr. tour). Adult: $40 (incl. tax). Children 

Under 16: $20 (incl. tax). Private Tour: 

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11 ICEBERG QUEST BOAT TOURS 

Pier 7, St. John’s 

Toll Free: 1-866-720-1888 

www.icebergquest.com 

Depart historic St. John’s harbour on board 

the famous MV Cetacean Quest. Whales, 

puffins and icebergs await you as you sail 

through the Narrows, setting course for Cape 

Spear. Step aboard….Experience the wonder! 

12 NEWFOUNDLAND COASTAL SAFARI St. John’s 

– Fortune Bay; Toll Free: 1-877-888-3020; 

coastalsafari@coastalsafari.com 

13 WHALES AND BERGS INC. St. John’s; Tel: 709- 

726-8104; bdoyle@nf.sympatico.ca 

14 THE FLUVARIUM 

Nagle’s Place, Pippy Park, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-754.3474 

sjeans@fluvarium.ca 

Experience… The panoramic water view under 

the surface of Nagle’s Brook! Spot fish, insects 

and plants in their natural habitat. Enjoy the 

great exhibits...all at the Fluvarium! Hours: 

Monday to Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

15 O’BRIEN’S BOAT TOURS 

Bay Bulls 

Tel: 709-753-4850 

Toll Free: 1-877-NF-WHALE (639-4253) 

info@obriensboattours.com 

www.obriensboattours.com 

Sail with the O’Briens for a whale of a time. 

Not just a boat tour – it’s an experience! 

16 THE OUTFITTERS ADVENTURES Bay Bulls; Toll 

Free: 1-800-966-9658; info@theoutfitters.nf.ca 

ECOTOURS – WITLESS BAY WONDERS 

Witless Bay 

Tel: 709-334-2722 / 682-4777 

elainesbedandbreakfast@nf.sympatico.ca 

www.whaleicebergandpuffinecotours.com 

Get up close to humpback and minke whales, 

puffins, eagles, petrels and 10,000-year-old 

icebergs, surrounded by great scenery. Stay at 

Elaine’s B&B by the Sea. 

18 MOLLY BAWN WHALE & PUFFIN TOURS 

Mobile 

Tel: 709-334-2621 

info@mollybawn.com 

www.mollybawn.com 

Memorable 1-hour tours visiting the home of 

the puffins and the whales’ feeding grounds. 

Great rates! Minutes from St. John’s. 

19 COLBERT’S PUFFIN & WHALE TOURS Bauline 

East; Tel: 709-334-2098; 

seabirdtours@yahoo.com 

20 STAN COOK SEA KAYAK ADVENTURES Cape 

Broyle; Tel: 709-579-6353; info@wildnfld.ca 

21 WHALE WATCHING ON THE BEACH 

St. Vincent’s; Tel: 709-525-2540; 

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PUFFIN VIEWING SITE 

Elliston 

Tel: 709-468-7080 


www.rootcellars.com 

A five-minute walk will take you to one of the 

most accessible places in Newfoundland to 

view the Atlantic puffin. 

NEWFOUNDLAND OUTDOORS ADVENTURES 

Bloomfield 

Tel: 709-467-2744 

www.nftours.ca 

info@nftours.ca 

Join us for an ATV adventure you won’t soon 

forget! Day trips or multi-day trips across Newfoundland 

– from Argentia to Port aux Basques. 

FORTUNE HEAD ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Fortune 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


A portion of the rock section exposed along 

Fortune Head has been designated by the 

International Union of Geological Scientists as 

a global stratotype representing the boundary 

between the Precambrian era and Cambrian 

period, approximately 530 million years ago. 

BIG POND BIRD SANCTUARY Arnold’s Cove; 

Tel: 709-463-2323; 

townofarnoldscove@nf.aibn.com 

5 BACCALIEU ISLAND ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Off NW tip of the Avalon Peninsula 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


Eleven different species of seabirds breed on 

this island during the summer. There are 

3,000,000 breeding pairs of Leach’s Storm 

Petrel, making it the largest colony in the world. 

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HAWKE HILL ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Holyrood 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


The best representative area of Alpine Barrens 

east of the Long Range Mountains. 

MUN BOTANICAL GARDEN St. John’s; Tel: 

709-737-8590; amadden@mun.ca 

WITLESS BAY ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Witless Bay 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


Comprised of four small islands with over 

2,003,000 breeding birds. The reserve has 

the second-largest population of seabirds in 

eastern North America. 

AVALON WILDERNESS RESERVE 

Avalon Peninsula 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This reserve is one of the most accessible, 

unspoiled barren lands in North America. Its 

caribou herd is Canada’s most southerly, containing 

some of the world’s largest caribou, 

which are easily viewed from Route 10. 

MISTAKEN POINT ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Portugal Cove South 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


Rare fossils make this one of the most important 

fossil sites in the world. Home to the oldest 

multi-celled fossils in North America and the 

best variety of deep-water marine fossils found 

in the world. 

CAPE ST. MARY’S ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Cape St. Mary’s 

Tel: 709-277-1666 


This reserve has been called “one of the best 

and most accessible seabird watching spots in 

the world.” Four hundred-foot cliffs and sea 

stacks, gentle rolling barrens and more than 

80,000 seabirds offer a spectacular opportunity 

to view, learn and photograph this magnificent 

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BONAVISTA MUSEUM Bonavista; Tel: 709-468- 

2920 / 468-7816; bonavista@nf.sympatico.ca 

CAPE BONAVISTA LIGHTHOUSE Bonavista; Tel: 

709-468-7444; capebonavista@nf.aibn.com 

MATTHEW LEGACY INC. Bonavista; Tel: 709- 

468-1493; town.bonavista@nf.sympatico.ca 

MOCKBEGGER PLANTATION Bonavista; Tel: 

709-468-7300; mockbeggar@nf.aibn.com 

RYAN PREMISES NATIONAL 

HISTORIC SITE OF CANADA 

Bonavista 

Tel: 709-468-1600 / 772-5367 

signal.hill@pc.gc.ca 

ROOT CELLAR TOURS 

Elliston 

Tel: 709-468-7080 


www.rootcellars.com 

A guided tour of historic structures that have 

been used for hundreds of years to store 

locally grown vegetables. 

THE ELLISTON ADVENTURE / RYAN’S BUILD- 

ING Elliston; Tel: 709-468-7080; rootcellars@persona.ca 

GREEN FAMILY FORGE 

Trinity 

Tel: 709-464-3599 

info@trinityhistoricalsociety.com 

www.trinityhistoricalsociety.com 

A living history blacksmith museum with 

demonstrations taking place in this dying trade 

by artisan Wade Ivany. 

HISCOCK HOUSE Trinity; Tel: 709-464-2042; 

trinity@nf.aibn.com 

10 LESTER-GARLAND HOUSE Trinity; Tel: 709-464- 

3599; info@trinityhistoricalsociety.com 

11 LESTER-GARLAND MERCANTILE BUILDING 

Trinity; Tel: 709-464-2042; trinity@nf.aibn.com 

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Trinity 

Tel: 709-464-3599 


www.trinityhistoricalsociety.com 

Demonstrations provided in the traditional 

trade of barrel making by our cooper. Come 

and see what he is making today. 

13 TRINITY INTERPRETATION CENTRE Trinity; Tel: 

709-464-2042; trinity@nf.aibn.com 

14 TRINITY MUSEUM Trinity; Tel: 709-464-3599; 


15 RANDOM PASSAGE SITE 

New Bonaventure (Route 239) 

Tel: 709-464-2233 

caperandom@nf.sympatico.ca 

www.randompassagesite.com 

Take a walk back in time and imagine life in a 

fishing post in the early 1800s. Guided tours, 

tearoom, crafts. Open daily, mid-May to mid- 

October. Sunday Series, July – September, featuring 

some of the best NL musicians. 

16 JEROME WALSH’S MUSEUM Little Bay; Tel: 

709-279-1589 

17 MARYSTOWN HERITAGE MUSEUM 

283 Ville Marie Drive, Marystown 

Tel: 709-279-2463 

marystownmuseum@hotmail.com 

Shipbuilding theme. Many ship models, artifacts 

and displays. Craft Shop. Harbourside 

Heritage Park outdoor theatre features local 

musicians. Open year-round. 

18 PROVINCIAL MARINERS MEMORIAL Grand Bank; 

Tel: 709-832-1574; grbankheritage@nf.aibn.com 

19 GEORGE C. HARRIS HOUSE MUSEUM OF 

LOCAL HISTORY Grand Bank; Tel: 709-832- 

1574; grbankheritage@nf.aibn.com

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GEORGE AND MARY LAKE HERITAGE HOUSE 

Fortune; Tel: 709-832-0592; 

thespencers@nl.sympatico,ca 

FORTUNE MUSEUM Fortune; Tel: 709-832- 

0592; thespencers@nf.sympatico.ca 

LAWN HERITAGE MUSEUM Lawn; Tel: 709- 

873-3100 / 873-2319; kate65@hotmail.com 

FOX HARBOUR COMMUNITY MUSEUM 

Fox Harbour; Tel: 709-227-2271; 

marydking@hotmail.com 

CASTLE HILL NATIONAL 


Freshwater- Placentia 

Tel: 709-227-2401 / 772-5367 

signal/hill@pc.gc.ca 

BAY DE VERDE HERITAGE PREMISES 

Bay de Verde; Tel: 709-587-2766; 

carlriggs@hotmail.com 

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BECKETT HERITAGE HOUSE Old Perlican; Tel: 

709-587-2266; townofoldperlican@persona.ca 

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FLAMBRO HEAD MUSEUM Job’s Cove; Tel: 

709-584-3624; makeandbreak@hotmail.com 

WINTERTON BOAT BUILDING AND COMMU- 

NITY MUSEUM Winterton; Tel: 709-583-2044; 

wintertonmuseum@persona.ca 

HEFFORD PLANTATION New Perlican; Tel: 

709-583-2016; ltsrda@personainternet.com 

HEART’S CONTENT CABLE STATION Heart’s 

Content; Tel: 709-583-2160; 

heartscontent@nf.aibn.com 

CARBONEAR RAILWAY STATION MUSEUM & 

TOURIST INFO CENTRE Carbonear; Tel: 709- 

596-0724; bertparsons@gmail.com 

THE CABLE BUILDING Bay Roberts; Tel: 709-786- 

2005 / 786-3482; ejerrett@nf.sympatico.ca 

THE ROAD TO YESTERDAY MUSEUM AND 

CHRISTOPHER PRATT GALLERY Bay Roberts; 

Tel: 709-786-2005; ejerrett@nf.sympatico.ca 

FISHERMAN’S MUSEUM & PORTER HOUSE Port 

de Grave; Tel: 709-786-3912; hermanporter@personainternet.com 

DILDO & AREA INTERPRETATION CENTRE Dildo; 

Tel: 709-582-3339 / 582-2687; rowenasmith65@hotmail.com 

DILDO ISLAND ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE Dildo; 

Tel: 709-596-1906; dgray@baccalieudigs.ca 

CUPIDS ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE Cupids; Tel: 

709-596-1906; dgray@baccalieudigs.ca 

HAWTHORNE COTTAGE NATIONAL HISTORIC 

SITE OF CANADA Brigus; Tel: 709-528-4004 / 

753-9262; nhpa@nfld.com 

ST. GEORGE’S HERITAGE CHURCH Brigus; Tel: 709- 

528-3060; deannehiscock@personainternet.com 

THE JOHN N. LEAMON STONE BARN MUSEUM 

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41 RUSSELL’S POINT BEOTHUK SITE Blaketown; 

Tel: 709-596-1906; dgray@baccalieudigs.ca 

42 WHITBOURNE HERITAGE MUSEUM Whitbourne; 

Tel: 709-759-2345; judygosse@gmail.com 

43 BELL ISLAND HERITAGE SOCIETY INC. 

Bell Island 

Tel: 709-488-2938/2880 

bellislandhs@nf.aibn.com 

www.bellisland.net/no2mine 

Enjoy a guided tour of an abandoned iron-ore 

mine with guides who show their enthusiasm 

as they share our proud history. 

44 POUCH COVE MUSEUM Pouch Cove; Tel: 709- 

335-2848; pouchcove@nf.aibn.com 

45 FLATROCK MUSEUM Flatrock; Tel: 709-437- 

6312; rfarrell@flatrocktownhall.nf.net 

46 ADMIRALTY HOUSE MUSEUM 

Old Placentia Road, Mount Pearl 

Tel: 709-748-1124 

sirjames@nfld.com 

www.admiraltymuseum.ca 

Historic WW1 Wireless Station with guided 

tours on early communications, SS Florizel and 

Royal Navy. Tune to CICQ Tourism Radio 

92.3FM! Join our e-mailing list! 

47 HERITAGE TOURS St. John’s; Tel: 709-745- 

4065; lconway54@hotmail.com 

48 JAMES J. O’MARA PHARMACY MUSEUM St. 

John’s; Tel: 709-753-5877; jomara@nlpb.ca 

49 JOHNSON GEO CENTRE St. John’s; Tel: 709- 

737-7780; Toll Free: 1-866-868-7625; 

paul.dean@geocentre.ca 

50 NEWMAN WINE VAULTS 

436 Water St., St. John’s 

Tel: 709-739-7870 

historictrust@yahoo.ca 

www.historictrust.com 

Visit the Newman Wine Vaults, the only historic 

wine vaults in the province. 

51 QUIDI VIDI BATTERY St. John’s; Tel: 709-729- 

2977; quidividi@nf.aibn.com 

52 RAILWAY COASTAL MUSEUM St. John’s; Tel: 

709-724-5929; info@railwaycoastalmuseum.ca 

53 ROYAL NEWFOUNDLAND REGIMENT MUSEUM 

St. John’s; Tel: 709-368-6549 

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St. John’s 

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55 THE ROOMS Bonaventure Avenue, St. John's; 

Tel: 709-757-8000; www.therooms.ca 

56 PHMC HERITAGE MUSEUM ASSOCIATION 

Petty Harbour-Maddox Cove; Tel: 709-368- 

3959; heritagemuseum@phmc.nf.net 

57 ONE ROOM SCHOOL & CHURCH MUSEUM 

Blackhead; Tel: 709-753-1077; 

bonnier@nl.rogers.com 

58 CAPE SPEAR NATIONAL 


St. John’s 

Tel: 709-772-5367 


59 COLONY OF AVALON 

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE 

Ferryland 

Toll Free: 1-877-326-5669 

info@colonyofavalon.ca 

www.colonyofavalon.ca 

Site of the colony founded by Lord Baltimore in 

1621. Among the recovered items on display 

are gold rings, coins and Portuguese ceramics. 

Guided tours and interpretation centre. 

60 HISTORIC FERRYLAND MUSEUM Ferryland; 

709-432-2711; mmaxinedunne@hotmail.com 

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TERRA NOVA GOLF RESORT Port Blandford; Tel: 

709-543-2525; info@terranovagolf.com 

THORBURN AVIATION LIMITED Clarenville; Tel: 

709-466-7823; thorburn@personainternet.com 

GRANDE MEADOWS GOLF COURSE Frenchman’s 

Cove; Tel: 709-832-0164; grandemeadows@nf.aibn.com 

CASHELL’S COVE CRAFTS 

Marystown 

Tel: 709-279-1846 

cashelscovecrafts@nf.sympatico.ca 

www.cashelscovecrafts.com 

Located in Spanish Room, Burin Peninsula, we 

offer locally made hooked mats, juniper woodturning, 

woollen knits, quilts, dory models, duffle 

work, pottery and more. 

PITCHERS POND GOLF COURSE Whiteway; Tel: 

709-588-4653; ray.tuck@persona.ca 

STILLWATER AMUSEMENTS Hopeall; Tel: 709- 

582-2949; info@stillwaterausements.com 

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EARLE’S RIDING HORSES & FUN PARK 

Carbonear; Tel: 709-596-7854; 

earles_riding_horses@hotmail.com 

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DILDO TRADING POST 

Dildo 

Tel: 709-582-4577 

info@dildotradingpost.com 

www.dildotradingpost.com 

We specialize in antiques, collectibles and local 

fine art, along with high quality Newfoundland 

and Labrador crafts. Open daily, May to 

December, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. 

LIVE ON THE LAWN THEATRE Brigus; Tel: 709- 

528-4004; director@historicsites.ca 

10 AVONDALE SPEEDWAY Avondale; Tel: 709-727- 

8437; bern@avondalespeedway.com 

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THE WILLOWS AT HOLYROOD Holyrood; Tel: 

709-229-1007; info@glendenninggolf.ca 

BETH’S BIKES & TOURS St. John’s; Tel: 709- 

746-5505; bethbikes@nf.sympatico.ca 

BASILICA CATHEDRAL OF ST. JOHN THE 

BAPTIST St. John’s; Tel: 709-754-2170; 

basilica@nf.aibn.com 

C.A. PIPPY PARK GOLF COURSE St. John’s; Tel: 

709-753-7110; pippyparkgolfcourse@af.aibn.com 

GLENDENNING GOLF St. John’s; Tel: 709- 

368-4747; info@glendenninggolf.ca 

LEGEND TOURS St. John’s; Tel: 709-753- 

1497; legendtours@hotmail.com 

QUIDI VIDI BREWING COMPANY LIMITED 

St. John’s; Tel: 709-738-4040; 

rees.david@nl.rogers.com 

SPIRIT OF NEWFOUNDLAND 

St. John’s 

Tel: 709-579-3023 

spirit@nl.rogers.com 

www.spiritofnewfoundland.com 

Dinner-and-show series throughout the year, 

featuring a three-course meal and show celebrating 

the culture and heritage of Newfoundland 

and Labrador. 

THE NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR SCIENCE 

CENTRE The Murray Premises, St. John’s; Tel: 

709-754-0823; lbutler@nsc.nf.net 

THE HILLS DRIVING RANGE Tors Cove; Tel: 

709-685-3518; matthew.lawlor@hotmail.com 

SUMMER DINNER THEATRE Ferryland; Toll 

Free: 1-888-332-2052; 

kmooney@nf.aibn.com 

PLACENTIA BAY CULTURAL ARTS CENTRE 

Town Square, Placentia 

Tel: 709-227-2787 (ARTS) 

www.placentia.ca/culturecentre.asp 

A multi-purpose modern facility in the heart of 

historic Placentia, located just 20 minutes off 

TCH Route 100. Open year-round. Check our 

website for upcoming performances and 

dates as they are announced.

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TERRA NOVA GROUP CHALET ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Terra Nova 

Tel: 709-543-2260 

Toll Free: 1-888-267-2333 

www.terranova.nfld.net 

terranovahosp@nf.aibn.com 

Three Suites with 2 double beds; 1 suite with 

king-size bed and Jacuzzi; 1 suite with queensize 

bed and Jacuzzi; air-conditioning, fireplace, 

colour satellite TV, private balcony. 

TERRA NOVA HOSPITALITY HOMES AND 

COTTAGES ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

TCH 1, Port Blandford 

Tel: 709-543-2260 / 709-543-2255 

Toll-Free: 1-888-267-2333 

www.terranova.nfld.net 

terranovahosp@nf.aibn.com 

Terra Nova Hospitality Home and Resort has a 

spacious and luxurious home and cottages located 

in beautiful Port Blandford, which offers all the 

amenities of a bed and breakfast combined with 

the home-style menu and hospitality that makes 

our province of Newfoundland and Labrador 

famous. Located next to White Hills, Terra Nova 

golf course, sightseeing, hunting, recreational snowmobile 

or ATV outings, and conference room available. 

Cottages $110, rooms $75 - $135. 

BY D’BAY CABINS ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Port Blandford 

Tel: 709-543-2637 

www.bydbay.com 

info@bydbay.com 

By d’Bay has eight cozy cottages, extensively 

equipped. Jacuzzi, king or queen bed, free Internet, 

widescreen TV/DVD, free movies, private covered 

deck with BBQ. Next to Terra Nova National Park, 

platinum golf course, hiking, boat tours, kayaking 

and canoeing. Centrally located to visit communities 

on the Kittiwake Coast or The Discovery Trail. 

DISCOVERY TRAIL MOTEL ★★ 1 ⁄2 

Main Rd., Plate Cove East 

Tel: 709-545-2337 / 682-7794 

Off-Season: 709-739-5006 

www.discoverytrailmotel.com 

reservations@discoverytrailmotel.com 

16 units, 8 housekeeping units, this newly renovated 

motel is 45 min. from Bonavista and Trinity, 5 min. 

from golf course. Cable TV, 24-hr security, iron/ironing 

board, efficiency units, hairdryer, access to highspeed 

Internet, laundry, all non-smoking rooms, private 

entrance, pets allowed. Per night single $69, 

double $79, king $89. MasterCard, Visa. 

SEAPORT INN ★★ 1 ⁄2 

Port Union 

Tel: 709-469-2257 

www.seaportinn.ca 

seaport@seaportinn.ca 

We have 28 bright, modern rooms to choose 

from, including double bed, two double beds, 

and a honeymoon suite including a whirlpool 

bath. Each of our rooms is fully equipped with private 

bath/shower, colour cable TV and telephone. 

Non-smoking rooms are available, and 

pets are permitted. Room rates range from $79 - 

$89 and we accept Visa, MasterCard, American 

Express, Diners Club and Interac. 

CAPTAIN BLACKMORE’S HERITAGE 

MANOR ★★★★ 

Port Union 

Off-Season Tel: 709-469-2920 

Toll-Free: 1-877-469-2920 

www.captainblackmores.com 

captainblackmore@eastlink.ca 

Stately historic seaside home with a commanding 

view of Port Union and the harbour. Private 

rooms, cable TV, telephone, parking, laundry 

services, fax, Internet, near museums and hiking 

trails, within walking distance of national historic 

district of Port Union, meals by reservation. 

WHALEBACK COTTAGE 

Trinity Bay 

Tel: 709-753-6437 

www.cottagelink.com 

The “Whaleback” is a beautiful oceanfront cottage 

situated at the bottom of Trinity Bay (near 

Old Shop). One-acre treed lot allows for peace 

and privacy while watching the sunsets from the 

deck. Two bedrooms (queen; queen + twin), 4piece 

bath. Well-equipped kitchen, BBQ, 

TV/DVD/VCR. Pet friendly with fenced yard. 

Well-situated for day trips to Trinity and Bonavista, 

Irish Loop, Baccalieu Trail, Cape St. Mary’s, 

whale watching, kayaking and hiking trails. Laundry 

service. 

TRINITY BIGHT VACATION HOMES: 

DORAN HOUSE, SKERWINK HOUSE AND 

ERIN HOUSE ★★★★ 

Port Rexton 

Tel: 709-739-0447 

www.trinitybightvacations.com 

trinitybight@morag.ca 

All the comforts of a simple life with the added 

touch of luxury: Overlooking scenic Trinity Bay, 

our three homes have been beautifully furnished 


and traditionally restored with an eye to utilizing 

natural light and preserving authentic charm. 

Each home is fully equipped with all the modern 

conveniences to make your stay the epitome of 

comfort and relaxation. 

SKERWINK STATION HOUSE & TRAIL 

HOUSE ★★★★ 

Trinity East 

Toll Free: 1-866-408-4748 

www.newfoundlandvacationhomes.com 

info@nlvh.com 

Two beautiful vacation homes located in Trinity 

East at the entrance to the Skerwink Trail. Just 

steps away from the wharves of Trinity Harbour. 

Fully-equipped kitchen with dining and living 

rooms; front/side decks; 4-piece bath; each 

home sleeps 4 in affordable luxury. All linens and 

towels provided; telephone, TV, DVD, BBQ, 

Laundry. $910 - $960 per week. Call for rates 

for weekend or partial weeks. Visit site for details! 

EAGLE PEAK VACATION HOME ★★★★ 

Trinity East 

Toll-Free: 1-866-408-4748 


info@nlvh.com 

Eagle Peak overlooks Trinity harbour and historic 

Trinity. This meticulously restored, 3-bedroom, 

fully equipped home is the perfect base to 

explore the Discovery Trail. Fully equipped 

kitchen with spacious dining and living rooms; 

front deck; 4-piece bath; sleeps 6 in affordable 

luxury. All linens and towels provided; telephone, 

TV, DVD, BBQ, Internet access. Laundry. $900 - 

$1,350 per week. Call for rates for weekend or 

partial weeks, subject to availability. 

east 

DEVIL’S COVE VACATION HOME ★★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Port Rexton 

Toll-Free: 1-866-408-4748 


info@nlvh.com 

Devil’s Cove vacation home, Port Rexton, Trinity 

Bight, is a meticulously restored 3-bedroom 

home, tastefully furnished with understated elegance. 

The famous Skerwink hiking trail is just 

moments away. Large dining room, living room 

and large deck all provide stunning ocean views. 

BBQ, telephone, TVs, DVD, Internet access. Laundry. 

Ample linens, towels, bedding provided. 

$900 - $1,400 per week. Call for rates for weekend 

or partial weeks, subject to availability. 

BUTLER’S BY THE SEA ★★★★ 

15 Butler Cres., Bonavista 

Tel: 709-468-2445 

Toll-Free: 1-877-968-2445 

www.bbcanada.com/1412.html 

butlersbythesea@nf.aibn.com 

Two rooms. Watch icebergs as you sit at our picnic 

table drinking iceberg coffee. Historic home 

built in 1915 boasts unique charm and bygone 

characteristics though completely modernized. 

Magnificent view with the Atlantic Ocean as your 

backyard, Picnic area with picnic table, benches 

etc. Coffee and tea made with iceberg water 

(when in season). $65 and up, with a homemade 

hot breakfast included. 

HARBOUR HOUSE ★★★★ 

5 Water St., Trinity 

Tel: 514-369-3902 / 709-464-3329 

www.vacationrentals.com/vacationrentals/29416.html 

sonia.christen@sympatico.ca 

Fully furnished vacation home. Three bedrooms, 

two with queen-size beds, one with twin beds. 

Fully equipped kitchen (including staples such as 

coffee, tea, flour, sugar and spices) with an 

espresso/cappucino machine for coffee lovers. 


east 

Full bathroom. Powder room on ground floor. 

Satellite TV/DVD/VCR (movies, books). Telephone/fax, 

washer/dryer, barbecue, indoor and 

outdoor games. Accommodates 1-6 persons. 

Weekly $700 - $1,800 (according to season). 

Daily $150 - $300 (no tax). 

SONIA’S HERITAGE HOWSE ★★ 1 ⁄2 

261 Marine Dr., Clarenville 

Tel: 709-466-7906 

www.soniasheritagehowse.com 

soniasheritagehowse@gmail.com 

Historic dwelling with original slate roof and garden 

with lilac, maple, birch, fruit and berry trees. 

Dinner shows with Newfoundland traditional 

meals and music. TV, continental breakfast, dining 

room, laundry, golfing/national park nearby, 

non-smoking rooms, patio, private bathrooms, fire 

pits, walking trail nearby, menu offered/kitchen facilities 

available, scent-free room, cable/wireless Internet. 

$65 - $95 plus tax. Interac, MasterCard, Visa. 

CROMWELL HOUSE ★★★ 

1 Popular Rd., Clarenville 

Tel: 709-466-3719 / 685-6508 

Toll-Free: 1-866-466-6803 

brian.avery@persona.ca 

This 3-bedroom, fully equipped vacation home is 

truly your home away from home. Two-storey 

home with washer/dryer, Internet, satellite TV 

and DVD, BBQ and patio deck; near historic 

Bonavista and Trinity, three major golf courses 

and kayak tours. $119 - $149, based on 4person 

occupancy, $20 dollars extra person. 

MasterCard, Visa, Amex. 

GRAND FAIRWAYS RESORT ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Main St., Frenchman’s Cove, Fortune Bay 

Tel: 709-826-2400 / 277-5023 

Off-Season: 709-826-2074 

Toll-Free: 1-866-826-2400 

www.grandfairwayresort.com 

gfr@persona.ca 

Six cottages. 2-bedroom log chalets, 5 min. walk 

to golf, grass backyard, privacy. Mini golf, playgrounds, 

outdoor firepits, fishing/hiking, 

ocean/fresh water beaches, swimming, shopping 

centres nearby, cable TV, high speed internet 

access most units, gas BBQ and fireplace in 

each unit. $90-$99, group and longer stay rates 

available, inquire about golf packages. Visa, 

MasterCard, Amex, Interac. 

DOCKSIDE EFFICIENCY UNIT ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Harbour Dr., Grand Bank 

Tel: 709-832-1754 / 832-4127 

ffizzard@nf.sympatico.ca 

Just 30 seconds from St. Pierre ferry and minutes 

away from hiking trail, marina and dining service. 

Excellent view of Fortune Harbour. One suite 

consists of 2 spacious bedrooms, lounge area, 

bathroom, fully equipped kitchen. Second suite 

has 2 bedrooms, queen-size beds, individual 

bathrooms, microwave/fridge, tea/coffee, satellite 

TV and wireless Internet. 

BLAZING HORIZON COTTAGES ★★★★ 1 ⁄2 

435 Main St., Whiteway 

Tel: 709-588-7829 / 588-2347 

Toll-Free: 1-866-998-7829 

www.blazinghorizoncottages.com 

Email: www.brownsrest@personainternet.com 

Four cottages, available Apr. 1 – Dec. 31. Luxurious 

oceanfront cottages overlooking Trinity Bay, 

offering a spectacular view of Shag Rocks and 

Blazing Horizons. Leather furnishing, fireplace, 

whirlpool tub bath, walk-in-shower, fully equipped 

kitchen, cable TV/DVD, wake-up calls, restaurant, 

convenience/craft store, wireless Internet, BBQ/fire 

pit, 1 km from golf, bird/whale watching from deck. 

$129 - $169, weekly, monthly rates available. 

Golf-and-stay packages. Amex, Diners Club/ 

Enroute, JCB, MasterCard, Visa, Interac. 

LEGGE’S SUNSET INN 

Main St., Whiteway 

Tel: 709-588-2808 / 680-3267 

www.leggessunsetinn.com 

melinda_2985@hotmail.com 

Two units. Located next to the shoreline in Whiteway. 

We offer 1- and 2-bedroom efficiency units. 

We are less than one kilometre away from Pitchers 

Pond Golf Course and approximately 20 km 

from Dildo Island Boat Tours. One-bedroom unit: 

$69 + HST per night, double occupancy, extra 

occupants $10 per night. Kids under 14 stay free. 

Weekly and monthly rates available. 

GEORGE HOUSE HERITAGE BED 

AND BREAKFAST ★★★★★ 

Dildo 

Tel: 709-582-3170 

Toll-Free: 1-888-339-7829 

www.dildoinns.com 

innkeeper@dildoinns.com 

Enjoy the only 5-star accommodations on the 

Baccalieu Trail as we host you at our circa 1885 

oceanfront B&B. Located centrally in Dildo, our 

rooms offer ocean views and Jacuzzi tubs along 

with a wonderful amenities package and gourmet 

breakfast daily, plus our special George 

House daily welcome reception from 4 – 6 p.m. 

Walk to hiking trails, boat tours, restaurants, 

shops and much more. 

INN BY THE BAY ★★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Dildo 

Tel: 709-582-3170 

Toll-Free: 1-888-339-7829 


innkeeper@dildoinns.com 

Located a quick 50 minutes from St. John’s on the 

oceanfront in Dildo and conveniently situated on 

the Baccalieu Trail, the Inn offers 7 guest rooms 


with en suite baths, free high-speed wireless Internet, 

off-street parking, and daily gourmet breakfast 

and evening dinner service. Walking distance to 

museums, craft and antique stores, restaurants and 

hiking trails. Rates start at $79 nightly. 

FIDDLERS GREEN CABINS ★★★ 

Bellevue Beach 

Tel: 709-442-3333 

www.bellevuebeach.com 

fiddlersgreen@bellevuebeach.com 

Fiddlers Green Cabins is situated on the shores of 

Broad Lake at Bellevue Beach. Take the Osprey 

Trail (Route 201) at Chance Cove or the Bellevue-Fair 

Haven intersection on TCH 1 and reach 

here in a few minutes. We have 12 housekeeping 

units with Internet access. Ideally located for touring 

the Bonavista, Burin or Avalon Peninsula, or 

stay at home and take a stroll on a mile-long 

beach and enjoy the scenery, the birds, the quiet 

and the fresh air. 

STONEWALL INN ★★★★ 

227 Conception Bay Highway, Spaniard’s Bay 

Tel: 709-786-4385 

www.bbcanada.com/stonewallinn 

stonewallinn@nf.sympatico.ca 

Distinctive guest rooms, attractively appointed 

with art deco and mid-century furnishings, featuring 

fresh in-room coffee, private en suite bathroom, 

queen/double beds, and crisp white 

linens. Our spacious rooms are thoughtfully furnished 

with telephone, TV/DVD, wireless Internet, 

iron and board. Our Nina room has a private 

Romeo & Juliet balcony, complete with ocean 

view. Whale watching, walking trails, restaurants, 

museums, theatre, rock beaches, shopping and 

golf are located within a short distance. 

KLONDYKE COTTAGE ★★ 1 ⁄2 

4 Porter’s Lane 

Tel: 709-786-2676 / 683-2296 

www.klondykecottage.com 

phylruss@hotmail.com 

Luxury 2-bedroom house, 1 1 ⁄2 baths, accommodates 

6 people with a pull-out couch that opens 

to a double bed, fully furnished including dishwasher, 

microwave, washer/dryer, TV and Internet 

service. Located only 40 minutes from The 

Wilds and Pitcher’s Pond golf courses, only a 50minute 

drive to St. John’s and a one-minute walk 

from the ocean. 

SEA ARCH EFFICIENCY UNITS ★★★ 

Northern Bay Sands (Burnt Point) 

Tel: 709-584 3190 

www.cabinsnearnorthernbaysands.ca 

info@cabinsnearnorthernbaysands.ca 

Wiggle your toes in the sand at Northern Bay 

Sands during the day and come enjoy a comfortable 

stay with us during sundown! Only 3-4 

minute drive from the beach! Only 15-minute 

east 

drive from Old Perlican. Enjoy a day relaxing; sit 

on a picnic table by our units and watch for 

whales. Go hiking, have a BBQ or a campfire on 

site while kids play on our playground. Units 

have fully equipped kitchens, cable TV and much 

more. Rate: $73.45 - $88.50, 3-night special 

25% off, special weekly rates. 

ROACHES LINE RV PARK AND CABINS ★★⁄2 

Main Road, Roaches Line 

Tel: 709-528-9859 

Off-Season: 709-786-6521 

www.roacheslinepark.com 

info@roacheslinepark.com 

Located 45 min. from St. John’s and less than 30 

minutes from the historic Conception Bay North 

towns of Brigus, Cupids, Bay Roberts, Harbour 

Grace and Carbonear. Cabins are open yearround. 

Eight 1-bedroom cabins with crafted hardwood 

interiors: four of them are executive cabins, 

each of which has a 2-person Jacuzzi. 50 fully 

serviced sites with 3-way hook up. Wireless Internet 

and cable TV services, public washrooms 

with showers, a Laundromat, and sani-station. 

ROSEDALE MANOR B&B INN ★★★★ 

40 Orcan Drive, Placentia 

Tel: 709-227-3613 / 227-6532 

Toll-Free: 1-877-999-3613 

www.rosedalemanor.ca 

linda@rosedalemanor.ca 

Waterfront 1893 heritage B&B Inn with pastry 

chef host. Gourmet breakfasts from a varied 

menu. Three-course dinners available in waterfront 

dining room. Waterfront garden offers a 

peaceful spot to rest with a cup of tea and daily 

baked goods after a day of touring. Elegant and 

comfortable furnishings, private bathrooms, Internet, 

library, local arts and crafts, parking and 

informative, friendly hosts. Recommended by 

Fodors, Lonely Planet, Ulysses and Frommer’s 

guidebooks. 

SEE THE SEA BED AND BREAKFAST ★★★ 

102 Marine Drive, Torbay 

Tel: 709-437-1915 

Toll-Free: 1-866-437-1915 

www.bbcanada.com/seethesea 

seethesea@nl.rogers.com 

Fantastic ocean view, 5 minutes from St. John’s 

Airport, 2-minute walk from Father Troy’s walking 

trail. Private bathrooms, whale/iceberg 

watching, non-smoking, cable TV, computer, 

minutes from downtown St. John’s, beautiful 

deck overlooking ocean. Rates: $80, cash or 

travellers cheques. 


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AT WIT’S INN ★★★★ 

3 Gower Street, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-739-7420 

Toll-Free: 1-800-739-7420 

www.atwitsinn.ca 

info@atwitsinn.ca 

Lovely Victorian home located downtown St. 

John’s near historic and other sites of interest, 

shopping, restaurants. Bedrooms have private en 

suite bathrooms, comfortable feather beds, 

TV/VCR/cable, hair dryer, iron and board. There 

is wireless high-speed Internet throughout the 

house, computer access, free parking, full breakfast 

served daily. The living room, dining room and 

pantry are open for guest’s use at all times. $69 - 

$129 daily. Off-season rates available. 

THE RYAN MANSION ★★★★★ 

21 Rennie’s Mill Rd., St. John’s 

Tel: 709-753-7926 

www.ryanmansion.com 

info@ryanmansion.com 

A 5-star Inn with the “Titanic” staircase. Listed in 

"5 Best Hotels to Open in 2007" (Ottawa Citizen) 

Italian linens, bath amenities, plasma TV, en 

suites with heated marble floors, 2-person 

Jacuzzi tubs and separate glass showers, fireplace, 

gourmet breakfasts with local preserves 

made from wild blueberries and partridgeberries, 

wireless Internet, air-conditioning. $185 - 

$485. 

CANTWELL HOUSE ★★★★ 

25 Queens Rd., St. John’s 

Tel: 709-754-8439 

www.cantwellhouse.nf.net 

m.hayes@nl.rogers.com 

Centrally located in downtown St. John’s, close to 

all major attractions such as The Rooms, Mile 

One Centre, restaurants and shopping. Magnificent 

view from third-floor patio, breakfast, 

non-smoking, Internet access, computer stations 

available. 

COMFORT AND JOY BED 

AND BREAKFAST ★★★★ 

6 Wood Street, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-722-7088 

Toll-Free: 1-888-722-7088 

www.comfortandjoybb.com 

info@comfortandjoybb.com 

Discover historic St. John’s in our 4-star, spacious, 

three-storey Georgian home located in the heart 

of downtown. Experience the city in one of our 

superb guest rooms or our spacious urban-style 

loft with modern decor, air-conditioning and a 

fantastic view of the St. John’s harbour. Premium 

mattresses, en suite bathrooms, fine linens, wireless 

Internet, full breakfast service. Rates range 

from $99 to $129 per night. 

HILLVIEW TERRACE SUITES ★★ 1 ⁄2 

Torbay Rd., St. John’s 

Tel: 709-754-9822 

Toll-Free: 1-888-754-9822 

www.hillviewterracesuites.ca 

reservations@hillviewterracesuites.ca 

Fully furnished 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom efficiency 

suites. Clean, comfortable surroundings complemented 

by award-winning customer service. 

High-speed Internet, bedding, towels, telephone, 

laundry, cable TV, on bus route, housekeeping 

services upon request. Near shopping, universities, 

colleges, hospitals, government buildings. 

Pet friendly. $79.99 - $199.99 daily. Weekly/ 

monthly rates available. Executive/deluxe/standard 

suites available. 

LEASIDE MANOR SUITES 

& APARTMENTS ★★★★ 1 ⁄2 

39 Topsail Rd., St. John’s 

Tel: 709-722-0387 

Toll-Free: 1-877-807-7245 

www.leasidemanor.com 

reservations@leasidemanor.com 

Leaside Manor offers suites, furnished apartments 

and meeting facilities in St. John’s most 

popular small inn. Whether for families coming 

home for a reunion, or that singular special night 

– Leaside offers the perfect options. The Manor 

is a vintage merchant’s home, elegantly restored 

with luxury accommodation and meeting services. 

Private washrooms, Jacuzzis, fireplaces 

and full breakfast are all standard features. Several 

of the suites/apartments have private patios 

and second entrances. 

THE CHEF’S INN ★★★★ 

29 Gower Street, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-753-3180 

www.thechefsinn.ca 

todd@thechefsinn.ca 

Choose from one of four beautifully appointed 

rooms, each with private en suite bathrooms with 

tub and shower, fluffy white towels, robes, 

hairdryer and local products. All rooms at The 

Chef’s Inn feature handcrafted queen-sized beds 

from Paterson’s Woodworking and photographs 

by well-known local photographer, Brian Ricks. 

Each room also offers free wireless Internet and 

cable television for your convenience and comfort. 

WINTERHOLME SUITES & SPA ★★★★ 

79 Rennies Mill Road, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-739-7979 

Toll-Free: 1-800-599-7829 

www.winterholme.com 

info@winterholme.com 

Winterholme is located in downtown St. John’s 

next to most major attractions, downtown shopping 

district, Convention Centre, Mile One Centre 

and only 10 minutes from the St. John’s 


Airport. Suites include king/queen bed, double 

Jacuzzi, fireplace, TV/DVD player, high-speed 

Internet connection, phone/fax, full breakfast, 

on-site parking, en suite bathroom, meeting area, 

wedding photo and function area and an inhouse 

spa service with full spa menu. 

WILD ROSES BED AND BREAKFAST ★★ 1 ⁄2 

22 Donovan’s Rd., Goulds 

Tel: 709-747-9650 

Off-Season: 709-747-9650 

Toll-Free: 1-866-747-9650 

www.wildroses.ca 

wildroses@nl.rogers.com 

Come to Wild Roses B&B to hike the East Coast 

Trail; experience true Newfoundland hospitality; 

enjoy the home cooking of your host, Mary 

Ridgeley; relax in a country setting just minutes 

from downtown St. John’s; refresh the body, mind 

and spirit! A non-smoking, pet-free environment, 

featuring wireless Internet, bright and spacious 

bedrooms, BBQ facilities, off-street parking, laundry 

facilities, iron and ironing board. 

HARBOUR HOUSE ★★★★ 

13 Main Rd., Petty Harbour 

Tel: 709-745-1087 

www.pettyharbourhouse.ca 

info@pettyharbourhouse.ca 

Harbour House is a charming vacation home in 

the picturesque fishing village of Petty Harbour. 

Lovingly restored by its owners, Harbour House is 

a 4-star vacation home with two well-appointed 

self-catering units, each with full kitchen, dining 

area, living room, and either two or three bedrooms 

and full bathroom. Harbour House really 

is the best of both worlds: the perfect retreat to 

experience the wonders of a scenic Newfoundland 

outport but just 15 minutes away from St. John’s. 

BEST VIEW EFFICIENCY UNITS ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Northside Road, Bay Bulls 

Tel: 709-334-1179 

www3.nf.sympatico.ca/emaloney 

dmaloney@nfld.com 

We are located in the active fishing community of 

Bay Bulls, approx. 20 min. drive south of St. 

John’s on Route 10. The single or two-bedroom 

units overlooking the harbour have phone, cable, 

linens, high-speed Internet, fully equipped 

kitchens. $80 - $120 daily; weekly and monthly 

rates available. Come check us out. You’ll want 

to be in Best View. 

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THE BREAD & CHEESE COUNTRY INN 

★★★★ 

Bay Bulls 

Tel: 709-334-3994 

Toll-Free: 1-866-245-0112 

www.breadandcheeseinn.com 

rita.bandcinn@gmail.com 

New season, new reason to drop by. This summer, 

our fourth season, we are introducing The 

Bread & Cheese Country Café, featuring chef 

Lois Dinn. Our inn offers 6 en suite rooms, all with 

amazing oceanfront views, and 2 rooms with a 

double soaker tub for relaxing, or a nice romantic 

evening. All rooms have queen-size beds, a 

single cot, table and chairs. We also have wireless 

Internet and satellite TV/DVD in every room. 

IRISH LOOP VACATION HOME ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

Main Rd., Cape Broyle 

Tel: 709-432-2006 / 727-9310 

patricia.carew@hotmail.com 

Spacious 3-bedroom efficiency house with all 

amenities included. Cable TV/DVD and laundry 

facilities. Large backyard with BBQ and fire pit. 

Open year-round. Situated on the East Coast 

Trail in Cape Broyle, close to gas bar/grocery 

store, restaurant and Cooks kayaking. Less than 

15 min. from the Ferryland archaeological dig, 

dinner theatre and Lighthouse Picnics; 20 min. 

from boat tours; less than 10 min. from La 

Manche Provincial Park. 

KAY’S CHALET B&B ★★ 1 ⁄2 

Hell Hill Pond, LaManche 

Tel: 709-687-4643 / 364-3162 

www.kayschaletbb.com 

kay@kayschaletbb.com 

Tranquil and unruffled best describes Kay’s 

Chalet B&B in LaManche on Route 10, just 2.2 

km from the entrance to LaManche Provincial 

Park, on beautiful Hell Hill Pond. Close to whale 

watching, kayaking, hiking, museums and Colony 

of Avalon archeological dig. Three bedrooms, 

large living room, laundry facilities, Internet 

access. $70 - $85. Offering all-inclusive Hikers 

Package, pickup from airport, transportation to 

and pickup from trailheads, cooked breakfast, 

lunch for trail and cooked evening meal, plus 

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709-280-1129 / 1128; Off-Season: 709-280- 

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GRANDE HERMINE PARK Labrador West; Tel: 

709-282-5369; 75 Sites 

BAYVIEW R.V. PARK 

Port Hope Simpson 

Tel: 709-960-0405 

Off-Season: 709-690-0303 

Restaurants, stores, bakery and 

other attractions within 5-minute 

walking distance from location. 

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HERITAGE PARK (DAY USE) 

St. Lewis 

Tel: 709-939-2266 

calpol@nf.sympatico.ca 

Located approximately 5 km from St. Lewis on 

Route 513. A boardwalk leads from parking lot 

to Ground Hill Pond where a sandy beach and 

picnic area await. 

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OCEANVIEW 

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Tel: 709-927-5288 

www.oceanviewresort.ca 

edward.pike@nf.sympatico.ca 

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Tel: 250-653-4265 

www.naturetrek.ca 

information@naturetrek.ca 

Trips underline nature and culture of Northern 

Labrador (since 1992). Experience rolling 

tundra, spectacular coastal fjords and the 

Torngat Mountains. 

CRYSTAL FALLS HIKING TRAIL Labrador City; 

Tel: 709-944-7631; tourism@crrstv.net 

MENIHEK INTERPRETIVE TRAIL Labrador City; 


TANYA LAKE WALKING TRAIL Labrador City; 


DEEP WATER CREEK WALKING TRAIL 

St. Lewis, Labrador 

Tel: 709-939-2266 


This combination trail of boardwalk steps and 

gravel starts at the top of Fox Harbour Hill 

and leads to the abandoned community of 

Deep Water Creek and beyond to Cape St. 

Lewis. Two viewing platforms along the trail. 

FISHERMAN’S POINT VIEWING GAZEBO & 

BOARDWALK St. Lewis, Labrador, Tel: 709- 

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SHOAL POINT ANGLICAN 

CEMETERY BOARDWALK 

St. Lewis 

Tel: 709-939-2266 


Boardwalk leads from town road 300 m down 

to historic cemetery on Shoal Point. 

WHITE WATER FALLS TRAIL Mary’s Harbour; 

Tel: 709-921-6821; maryshbr@nf.aibn.com 

SADDLE ISLAND WALKING TRAIL 

Red Bay 

Tel: 709-920-2051 

Redbay.info@pc.gc.ca 

A self-guided hike takes visitors to the island’s 

archaeological site: the remnants of a 16thcentury 

Basque whaling station. 

BONEY SHORE TRAIL Red Bay; Tel: 709-920- 

2197; redbaytowncouncil@nf.aibn.com 

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920-2197; redbaytowncouncil@nf.aibn.com 


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RED FIR LAKE ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

160 km southeast of Labrador City 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


This site supports the only known natural stand 

of Jack Pine in Newfoundland and Labrador. It 

offers excellent opportunities for canoeing and 

wilderness travel. 

GANNET ISLANDS ECOLOGICAL RESERVE 

Offshore from Cartwright 

Tel: 709-635-4520 


Home to more than 200,000 seabirds during 

the breeding season. The largest Razorbill 

colony in North America. Its name comes from 

a boat that sank in the area. 

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LABRADOR HERITAGE MUSEUM North West River; 

Tel: 709-497-8858; emclean57@nf.sympatico.ca 

LABRADOR INTERPRETATION CENTRE North 

West River;Tel: 709-497-8566; minacampbellhibbs@therooms.ca 

WHITE ELEPHANT MUSEUM INC. Makkovik; Tel: 

709-923-2425; whiteelephant@nf.aibn.com 

LODER’S POINT MUSEUM 

St. Lewis, Labrador 

Tel: 709-939-2266 

www.loderspoint.pizco.com 

A mercantile premises and general store now 

house exhibits relating the history of St. Lewis. 

A project of the St. Lewis Heritage Society. 

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Red Bay 

Tel: 709-920-2142 / 2051 

redbay.info@pc.gc.ca 

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Centres tell the compelling story of 16thcentury 

Basque whaling in Labrador. 

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RIGHT WHALE EXHIBIT MUSEUM Red Bay; Tel: 

709-720-2197; redbaytowncouncil@nf.aibn.com 

LABRADOR STRAITS WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 

MUSEUM L’Anse Amour; Tel: 709-927-9234; 

valobrien66@hotmail.com 

L’ANSE AMOUR BURIAL NATIONAL HISTORIC 

SITE L’Anse Amour; Tel: 709-920-2142; 

redbay.info@pc.gc.ca 

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IRON ORE COMPANY OF CANADA AND 

WABUSH MINE TOURS Labrador City/ 

Wabush; Tel: 709-944-7631; tourism@crrstv.net 

UNIVERSAL HELICOPTER TOURS Happy Valley- 

Goose Bay; Tel: 709-896-2444; uhnlyyr@uhnl.nf.ca 

FISHERMAN’S POINT GAZEBO 

St. Lewis Sound 

Tel: 709-939-2266 


The gazebo is located at the end of Highway 

513 and overlooks St. Lewis Sound. It is a 

favourite place to watch icebergs and whales 

from shore. 

POINT AMOUR LIGHTHOUSE L’Anse Amour; 

Tel: 709-927-5825; lshdc@labradorstraits.net 


SEAVIEW CABINS ★★★ 1 ⁄2 

33 Main St., Forteau 

Tel: 709-931-2840 / 931-2743 

Toll-Free: 1-866-931-2840 

www.tourlabrador.ca 

bhancock@preserves.nf.ca 

Clean, comfortable, quiet rooms, fully furnished 

living areas, well-equipped kitchens, 1 and 2 

bedroom units. Catering to the tourist, family 

and commercial traveller. Cable, colour TV, 

laundry facilities, Jacuzzi. Open year-round. 

Short walk from a beautiful beach. Hiking 

trails, salmon and trout fishing nearby. 

Labrador Specialty Services Inc. Tel: 709-896-6060 • Fax: 896-9030 • Email: info@hvgb.net 

Cellular, Aliant Services, Computer/ Internet Services, Bell Expressvu, GPS, Solar, Satellite Phones, Pelican Products 

9 Loring Drive, P.O. Box 1300, Stn. B, Happy Valley - Goose Bay, NL, A0P 1E0 


Built during the exact time (1909-1911), the Ryan 

Mansion shares a unique connection with Titanic. 

Carved from English White Oak and imported from 

the Old World, the staircase at Ryan Mansion was 

crafted by the same masters who fitted the world 

famous liner, Titanic. To celebrate this unique connection, 

Ryan Mansion offers a “Weekend Getaway of 

Titanic Proportions” (see website for details). Located 

in the affluent heritage district, Ryan Mansion is steps 

from downtown, prime tourist attractions, historic sites 

and the Provincial Art Gallery. Guestrooms are lavishly 

fitted with designer furnishings, luxurious Italian linens 

by Frette, and luxe European amenities by L’Occitane en 

Provence. Marble en suite baths feature heated floors and 

therapeutic tubs for two. Extravagant suites are arranged 

over 3 rooms and offer the ultimate in guest accommodation 

including en suite baths featuring personal 

steam/shower rooms and century old tubs, carved from 

granite! A collection of local, national and international 

artworks, sculpture and artifacts are exhibited throughout 

the mansion, and a cozy library offers a selection of books 

and games. 

Gourmet breakfasts are served each morning which feature 

traditional favorites served with a twist; always included are 

locally prepared preserves made from wild blueberries and 

partridgeberries. Ask about our Memories of Titanic Dinner. 

Selections from the actual menu served during the last 

dinner on Titanic are recreated and served on accurate 

replica china from Titanic! 

Heading into its second full year of operation, the Ryan 

Mansion is already stacking up a number of honours 

including a 5-star designation from Canada Select, one of 

only 2 in the city; acceptance for membership in the international 

Select Registry of Prestigious North American 

Inns; and being included among the 5 best hotels to be 

open in 2007 (Ottawa Citizen). In addition, Ryan Mansion 

is quickly becoming the place to stay for visiting dignitaries 

and celebrities. Just recently, Ryan Mansion hosted 

International recording artist k.d. Lang while on her 

North American tour and has also been privileged to 

host world-renowned scientist and discoverer of the 

Titanic resting place, Dr. Robert Ballard, British actor 

and comedian, Billy Connolly and former Premier of 

Ontario, the Honorable David Peterson.

summer pet health 

Pets love the fun and freedom of summer just as much as their owners. But 

high temperatures can pose real dangers, and frivolous summer activities can 

quickly turn tragic if we don’t keep a close eye on them. It is the owner’s 

responsibility to ensure pets are cared for properly during all seasons. Here are 

some extra precautions to take during summer. 

❚ Never leave an animal in a parked car. Even if it seems cool 

outside, the sun can quickly heat the interior of your vehicle to a 

dangerous 50°C, leaving your animal helpless in searing heat. 

If you’re running errands where animals aren’t allowed, it’s 

best to leave them at home. 

❚ When bringing your pet on a lengthy car ride, a few simple 

steps will make the experience easier and safer for you both. 

Ease pets into a long drive by taking them on several, shorter trips 

beforehand. Never allow your dog to hang his/her head out the window, 

which can result in debris getting caught in the ears and eyes. Pets riding in the 

back of a pick-up truck are exposed to the same dangers, and may be thrown from the 

vehicle if you suddenly apply the brake. 

❚ If you’re planning a summer getaway with your pet, you should 

call ahead and ensure they’re welcome where you’ll be lodging. 

❚ You shouldn’t allow pets to swim in chlorinated water because 

it irritates their eyes. And although many animals love to swim, 

they can also be victims of drowning, so keep a watchful eye 

on them when they’re in the water. 

❚ If your pet spends time outdoors in the summer, a tree will 

not provide sufficient shade to escape the heat. A shelter or 

doghouse must be provided. 

❚ Don’t underestimate their need for water when 

the weather’s warm. Re-fill water dishes several 

times a day and never let it run out. 

If you’re going on a walk, bring plenty 

of water and a container for your pet 

to drink from. Animals can succumb 

to heatstroke very quickly when 

dehydrated. 

❚ Check for fleas, ticks and mites at 

least once a week, especially around 

the ears, on the legs and at the base of 

the tail. Use a repellant recommended by 

your veterinarian.

festivals 

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GROS MORNE THEATRE FESTIVAL – 

NEDDY NORRIS NIGHT – CABARET 

May 27 - September 18 

Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


Come, sit back, have a few cups, clap your 

hands, tap your toes and revel in an evening of 

recitations and traditional Newfoundland music 

focusing on the Newfoundland and Canada 

partnership. Call for reservations! 


SALTWATER MOON 

May 28 - September 6 

Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


The play focuses on Mary, a fierce teenager 

with “steel in her heart.” Her former beau, 

Jacob, returns from the big city of Toronto to 

steal her back from her boring schoolteacher 

fiancé. Through conversation and recollection, 

the couple finds their way back into each 

other’s hearts. Call for reservations! 

june 

ANCHORS AWEIGH 

June 1 - September 30 

Ocean View Motel, Rocky Harbour 

Tel: 709-458-2730 

Toll Free: 1-800-563-9887 

www.theoceanview.ca 

info@theoceanview.ca 

Check out one of our performances. In June 

and September, we perform on Wednesdays 

and Fridays, 9 p.m. Through July and August: 

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 p.m. 

GREAT VIKING FEAST AT LEIFSBURDIR June 1 - 

September 30; Fishing Point Road, St. Anthony 

Tel: 709-454-4900; randys.cull@nf.sympatico.ca 

STEELE N’STEPS NEWFOUNDLAND SOIREE June 

1 - November 30; Tel: 709-754-8687; 

info@newfoundlandtours.com 

XC MOUNTAIN BIKE RACE June 7; Corner 

Brook; Tel: 709-634-7100; 

cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 



OF THE FIELDS, LATELY 


Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 / 1-877-243-2899 


Jacob and Mary’s son, Ben, returns home after 

an absence of two years to find his mother and 

family friend Wiff trying to sustain his father, 

Jacob. A heart attack has forced Jacob out of 

work, and he can’t reconcile himself to his frightening 

situation. Call for reservations! 

MARBLE DUATHLON June 14; Marble Drive, 

Steady Brook; Tel: 709-634-7100; 

cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 

GROS MORNE THEATRE FESTIVAL – ETHIE 


Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


Dinner theatre by Shane Ellis Coates. The 

coastal steamer Ethie is docking again at the 

Shallow Bay Motel, for another wondrous journey 

back to December 1919 and her final voyage. 

Join Captain English, Cassie Brown, 1st 

Mate Gullage and the colourful crew as they 

recreate the tale of how she came to rest on the 

rocks of Martin’s Point 90 years ago. 

X TERRE-NEUVE #1 June 21; Massey Drive Pond 

Tel: 709-634-7100; cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 

GROS MORNE THEATRE FESTIVAL 

– LEAVING HOME 


Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


The first written play of the Mercer Family Series 

that tells the story of the family that has emigrated 

from Newfoundland to Canada in the 1950s and 

lost all sense of their place in the world. This classic 

in Canadian drama poignantly tells the story of 

Jacob and Mary’s two sons, Bill and Ben, as they 

come of age and attempt to leave the family 

home. Call for reservations! 

ROBINSONS’ GREAT CRAB BOIL 

June 27 

215 Main Road, Robinsons 

Tel: 709-645-2770 / 2791 

Toll Free: 1-877-995-2771 

tracy.legge@hotmail.com 

Pirates Hideaway will proudly please your taste 

buds with fresh live crab cooked on site. Enjoy 

traditional Newfoundland song and dance. 

Local entertainment day and night with beverage 

stand on site. Come join Tracy Legge and 

Tammy Gillam, the new owners, for some entertainment 

and beverage. See you there! 

july 

CANADA DAY EXTREME 15 TRAIL RUN July 1; 

Margaret Bowater Park, Corner Brook; Tel: 

709-634-7100; cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 

CANADA DAY IN PROVINCIAL PARKS July 1; Tel: 

709-635-4520; parksinfo@gov.nl.ca 

ST. ANTHONY CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS July 

1; St. Anthony; Tel: 709-454-3864/3454; 

recreation@town.stanthony.nf.ca 

STEPHENVILLE THEATRE FESTIVAL July 1 - August 

16; Arts and Culture Centre, Stephenville; Tel: 

709-643-4553; info@stf.nf.ca 

GROS MORNE THEATRE FESTIVAL 

– SOLDIERS HEART 

July 1 - August 19 

Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


The start of the Mercer Family saga has Esau 

Mercer, a veteran of the First World War, trying 

to persuade his alienated 16-year-old son, 

Jacob, not to leave home. Slowly Esau’s devastating 

and unsparing account of what secrets 

lay in his soldier’s heart bring father and son 

together. Call for reservations! 

28TH ANNUAL COW HEAD 

LOBSTER FESTIVAL 

July 3 - 5 

Cow Head 

Tel: 709-243-2446 

www.cowhead.ca 

Taking part in the Cow Head Lobster Festival, 

which has become an annual event for tourists 

and locals. 

GROS MORNE THEATRE FESTIVAL - 

WHO’S DARKENING OUR DOOR? 


Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


Every Monday night. Included this year will be 

a number of “dance ups” featuring local musicians 

and the Cow Head Square Dancers. A 

great relaxed atmosphere where you the audience 

are invited to learn how to square dance 

– the Cow Head way! We’ll also be featuring 

Cow Head musician Daniel Payne and lots 

more. Call for reservations! 

HOOK AND LINE DAYS July 10 - 12; Burnt 

Islands; Tel: 709-698-3100; bieconomicboard@hotmail.com 

CODROY GROUP RIDE July 12; Mountain Side 

General Store, Doyles (on the TCH); Tel: 709- 

634-7100; cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 


GRENFELL HERITAGE DAY CELEBRATIONS 

July 14 

Grenfell Park 

Tel: 709-454-0244 

www.lghealth.ca 

grenfellfoundation@lghealth.ca 

An outdoor family-community event celebrating 

the Grenfell heritage and local culture. Some 

events throughout the day include breakfast, 

teddy bear picnic, games for children, tickets 

sales, traditional Newfoundland food and music 

etc. Proceeds are in aid of priority medical equipment 

to enhance health services for residents of 

the Labrador-Grenfell Health region (South). 

GRENFELL HERITAGE NIGHT July 14; St. Anthony 

Tel: 709-454-3453; stanthony@nf.aibn.com 

CORNER BROOK DAY July 15; Margaret Bowater 

Park, Corner Brook; Tel: 709-637-1232 

GROS MORNE SUMMER MUSIC July 15 - August 

15; Woody Point, Norris Point, Corner Brook; 

info@gmsm.ca 

26TH ANNUAL DEER LAKE 

STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL 

July 17 - 19 

Deer Lake Power Company Field, Deer Lake 

Event Contact: Vera or Helen 

709-635-2031/2863/3861 

Come savour the strawberry flavour as we celebrate 

our 26th year. We have a full slate of performances, 

from musical to dancers to gymnastics. 

“High Country,” “Turbulence,” “Be-Bops” and 

“Dave McHugh” are just a few in the line-up. 

Organizers are now in the final stages of preparation 

for these upcoming events. 

GROS MORNE THEATRE FESTIVAL – 1949 


Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


The saga continues, and we find Jacob and 

Mary married and moved to Toronto. This play 

deals with the emotional and political decisions 

that the characters must come to as Newfoundland 

joins Confederation on April Fool’s Day, 

1949. As recent immigrants to Toronto, the members 

of the Mercer family see this event both as 

a new future and as a loss of Newfoundland’s 

culture and independence. Call for reservations! 

CANADA’S PARKS DAY July 18; Gros Morne 

National Park; Tel: 709-458-2417; 


ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY 

July 19 

Wishing Well Campground, Jeffreys 

Tel: 709-645-2501 

Be sure to attend this annual event for both the 

young and the young at heart. Plenty of local 

entertainment and appearances by mummers 

and jolly ol’ Santa Claus. This event ends with a 

buffet dinner for all those in attendance. 

BONNE BAY ANNUAL REGATTA July 23 - 26; 

Waterfront, Woody Point; Tel: 709-453-2273 / 

453-2381; woody.point@nf.aibn.com 

SAND AND SEA FESTIVAL July 23 - 27; Provincial 

Parks, Burgeo; Tel: 709-886-2830; 

paulettemarsden@hotmail.com 

27TH ANNUAL CODROY 

VALLEY FOLK FESTIVAL 

July 24 - 26 

Upper Ferry Sports Complex, Codroy Valley 

Tel: 709-955-2061 

patsybrownrigg@yahoo.ca 

Featuring local and traditional folk and country 

music. Local entertainment includes square 

dancing, fiddle, accordion and vocals – celebrating 

our diverse musical culture. Join us for 

the dance on Friday and Saturday night. The 

group, Humber Road Greasers, will be performing 

for the Saturday evening dance. 

CELEBRATING BARTLETT 2009 July 26 - 28; 

St. Anthony; Tel: 709-454-3453; 

stanthony@nf.aibn.com 

GROS MORNE THEATRE FESTIVAL - 

LITTLE NEDDY ON THE HEADY 

July 26 - September 6 

Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


Outdoor Family Cabaret – an afternoon Neddy 

show for families! Newfoundland folktales, 

songs and children’s stories come to life in an 

animated and colourful production with beautiful 

Shallow Bay as the backdrop. Call for reservations! 

ST. ANTHONY DAY CELEBRATIONS July 27; St. 

Anthony; Tel: 709-454-3864 / 454-3454; 

recreation@town.stanthony.nf.ca 



STAGE HEAD ACADEMY 

July 28 

Cow Head 

Tel: 709-639-7238 

Toll Free: 1-877-243-2899 


Our future is in our youth and in Newfoundland 

and Labrador we have no shortage of talented 

and dedicated young theatre students. Young 

students from across the province will come to 

Cow Head for a two-week theatre intensive 

training program under the experienced direction 

of TNL’s Youth Theatre Coordinator, Sarah 

McDonald-Anderson. It all culminates in a student 

production on July 28. Call for reservations! 

MID-SUMMER VIKING FESTIVAL – NORSTEAD 

July 31 - August 1; L’Anse aux Meadows; Tel: 

709-623-2828; info@norstead.com 

BIG HILL FESTIVAL July 31 - August 2; Cox’s 

Cove; bighillfestival@hotmail.com 

GREY RIVER JAMBOREE July 31 - August 2; 

Grey River; Tel: 709-296-3111 

ANNE HARVEY DAYS July 31 - August 3; Isle aux 

Morts Festival Grounds, Isle aux Morts; Tel: 

709-698-3313; blanfordbillard@yahoo.ca 

august 

UNE LONGUE VEILLÉE BILINGUAL REGIONAL 

FOLK FESTIVAL August 1 - 2; Cape St. George; 

Tel: 709-642-5254; cfenwick@arcotnl.ca 

BURIN COME HOME YEAR 2009 August 1 - 9 

Burin; Tel: 709-891-1760; townofburin@persona.ca 

CORNER BROOK TRIATHLON August 2; Tel: 

709-634-7100; cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 

UN PLAISIR DU VIEUX TEMPS August 7-9; 

Black Duck Brook; Tel: 709-642-5498 / 642- 

5973; cfac@nf.aibn.com 

8TH ANNUAL TRADITIONAL NEWFOUNDLAND 

MUSIC FESTIVAL August 8; St. Anthony; Tel: 

709-454-3864 / 3454 / 3453; 


ASTROLABE DAYS CONCERT August 8; Port aux 

Basques; Tel: 709- 695-3592; 

bruce2arena@nf.aibn.com 

RAMEA PADDLE FESTIVAL August 10 - 12; 

Ramea; Tel: 709-625-2522; info@easternoutdoors.com 

HUMBER VALLEY REGATTA August 15; Brakes 

Cove, Corner Brook; Tel: 709-632-2823; 

lutherdonna@gmail.com 

WALK FOR MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY 

August 22, 2 p.m. 

Pepsi Centre, Corner Brook 

Tel: 709-639-1947 

www.muscle.ca/walk 

prandell25@hotmail.com 

Join thousands of Canadians across the country 

taking part in the Walk for Muscular Dystrophy. 

Bring your family and friends, and enjoy a fun, 

relaxed community event that raises spirits as 

well as funds. Register online. 

TOUR DE PORT AU PORT August 22 - 23; 

Port au Port; Tel: 709-634-7100; cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 

september 

VIKING TO VINLAND HALF MARATHON 

September 6; L’Anse aux Meadows; Tel: 709- 

623-2828 

HUMBER VALLEY AGRICULTURAL, HOME AND 

HANDICRAFT EXHIBITION September 18 - 19; 

Deer Lake; Tel: 709-635-3861 / 5747; 

glced@nf.aibn.com 

october 

WEST COAST ADVENTURE RACE October 4; 

Tel: 709-634-7100; cyclesolutions@nf.aibn.com 

november 

OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY (VANCOUVER 2010) 

November 12; St. Anthony; Tel: 709-454-3453 


june 

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ALL AROUND THE CIRCLE DINNER THEATRE 

June 1 - September 15; Twillingate; Tel: 709- 

884-5423; yvonnemutford@yahoo.ca 

THE NORTH ATLANTIC MARINA AND 

RECREATIONAL BOATING CONFERENCE 

June 18 – 21; Lewisporte; Tel: 709-535-2737; 


ABORIGINAL DAY June 27; Visitor Centre, Terra 

Nova National Park; Tel: 709-533-2942; 

info.tnnp@pc.gc.ca 

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LEWISPORTE CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS June 

30 - July 1; Lewisporte; Tel: 709-535-2737; 


BOTWOOD FLYING BOAT FESTIVAL 

JUNE 30 - JULY 3 

BOTWOOD AIRBASE, BOTWOOD 

Tel: 709-257-3022 

www.town.botwood.nl.ca 

botwoodtowncouncil@nf.aibn.com 

Teen and pre-teen dances, Giant Bingo, Bayside 

Bash, adult dance, ecumenical church service, 

parade, kid’s show, Family Day, food & games, 

fireworks. 

july 

CANADA DAY AT TERRA NOVA NATIONAL PARK 

July 1; Terra Nova National Park; Tel: 709-533- 

2942; info.tnnp@pc.gc.ca 

CANADA DAY IN PROVINCIAL PARKS - CENTRAL 

July 1; Tel: 709-635-4520; parksinfo@gov.nl.ca 

KONA BEACH PARK – CANADA DAY CELEBRA- 

TIONS July 1; South Brook; Tel: 709-657-2400 

SPRINGDALE DAY/CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS 

July 1; Springdale; Tel: 709-673-3439 

A.N.D. COMPANY SUMMER THEATRE FES- 

TIVAL - QUEEN STREET DINNER THEATRE 


Royal Canadian Legion, Grand Falls-Windsor 

Toll Free: 1-877-822-7469 

www.andco.nf.ca 

qsdt@nf.sympatico.ca 

Central Newfoundland’s finest dinner theatre. Experience 

musical comedy and “I Will Survive” weeknights. 

Mondays at lunch it’s ”Yesterday’s Men.” 

MIAWPUKEK 14TH ANNUAL TRADITIONAL 

POWWOW July 3 - 5; Conne River; Tel: 709- 

882-2470 / 889-4189; recreation@mfngov.ca 

TWILLINGATE THEATRE PRESENTING JOEY 

SMALLWOOD, THE MUSICAL July 4 - August 17; 

Twillingate; Tel: 709-884-2242; info@icebergtours.ca 

ISLAND HARBOUR DAY July 11; Island Harbour, 

Fogo Island; Tel: 709-863-7220 

POINT LEAMINGTON DAY FESTIVAL July 11 - 12; 

Point Leamington; Tel: 709-484-3421 / 484- 

3471; nancycp2@hotmail.com 

25TH ANNUAL EXPLOITS VALLEY SALMON FESTI- 

VAL 2009 July 16 - 20; Exploits Valley-Grand 

Falls-Windsor; salmonfestival@hotmail.com 

IRON SKULL FOLK FESTIVAL July 17 - 19; 

Belleoram; Tel: 709-881-6161 / 881-3112 

PARKS DAY July 18 ; Terra Nova National Park; 

Tel: 709-533-2942; info.tnnp@pc.gc.ca 

10TH ANNUAL BAY D’ESPOIR 

CANCER BENEFIT CONCERT 

July 19 

Bay d’Espoir Rec Plex, St. Alban’s 

Tel: 709-538-3545 

www.envision.ca/webs/cancerbenefitgroup 

helenathornhill@persona.ca 

Join us for 13 hours of wonderful live entertainment, 

candlelight ceremony, adult dance, games 

of chance and much more. With more than 

$300,000 raised to date, the Local Cancer 

Benefit Group raises funds to financially assist 

cancer patients in the Bay d’Espoir area. Come 

on out and show your support! 

TWILLINGATE/ N.W.I 

29TH FISH, FUN AND FOLK FESTIVAL 

July 20 - 26 

Twillingate 

Tel: 709-884-2678 

www.fishfunfolkfestival.com 

Truly a family event! Craft show, fireworks, fish 

meals, dances, Newfoundland music – something 

for everyone. Plan your vacation now for 

a fun-filled weekend! 

FISHERMAN’S FEST July 21 - 26; Seldom, Fogo 

Island; Tel: 709-627-3328; 

colleenblundon@hotmail.com 

DOVER FAULT FESTIVAL July 24 - 25; Dover; 

Tel: 709-537-2139 / 537-5821; 

townofdover@persona.ca 

FLYING BOAT FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL July 

24 - August 3; Norris Arm and Botwood; Tel: 

709-653-2527; tracyfbfi@nf.aibn.com 

NEWFOUNDLAND DAY July 25; Newman 

Sound Day-Use Area, Terra Nova National 

Park; Tel: 709-533-2942; info.tnnp@pc.gc.ca 

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BEACH FESTIVAL July 

25 - 26; Tilting, Fogo Island; Tel: 709-658- 

7236 / 658-3503; maufoley@yahoo.ca 

LA SCIE CRAB FESTIVAL July 27- August 1; 

La Scie; Tel: 709-675-2154 / 675-2266 

LUMSDEN DAY – CELEBRATION BY THE SEA July 

28 – August 1; Lumsden; Tel: 709-530-2309 / 

530-2215 

LEADING TICKLES DAY July 29 - August 1; Leading 

Tickles; Tel: 709-483-2903 / 483-2180 

CHANGE ISLANDS GARDEN PARTY July 29 - 

August 1; Fire Hall, Change Islands; Tel: 709- 

621-6381/3151 


GANDER’S FESTIVAL OF FLIGHT 


Various Locations, Gander 

Tel: 709-651-5927 

www.gandercanada.com 

ksceviour@gandercanada.com 

Newfoundland and Labrador’s premier family 

festival with something for everyone to see and 

do. It attracts people from all over the province 

and indeed tourists from far and wide. 

SMALLWOOD DAYS FESTIVAL July 30 - August 3; 

Gambo; jbtownofgambo@nf.aibn.com 

GLOVERTOWN ANNUAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 

July 31 – August 2 

Glovertown 

Tel: 709-533-2351 


A weekend of local entertainment, games of 

chance and food concessions. 

august 

KID’S DAY August 1; Nature House Activity Centre, 

Newman Sound Campground, Terra Nova 



GANDER DAY CIVIC HOLIDAY 

August 3 

Cobb’s Pond Rotary Park, Gander 

Tel: 709-651-5927 

www.gandercanada.com 

ksceviour@gandercanada.com 

Join the citizens of Gander as we celebrate our 

civic holiday with music, food, fun and a fabulous 

FIREWORKS display! 

2009 MUSSEL BED SOIREE August 6 - 10; Lewisporte; 

Tel: 709-535-2737; derek@lewisportecanada.com 

ETHERIDGE’S POINT SEASIDE FEST August 7 - 9; 

Joe Batt’s Arm, Fogo Island; Tel: 709-658-7281 

NEWFOUNDLAND 

SOUTH COAST ARTS FESTIVAL August 7 - 9; 

St. Jacques - Coomb’s Cove; Tel: 709-888-3476 

/ 888-4171; conrad.williams@nf.sympatico.ca 

CAMPER APPRECIATION DAY August 8; 

Newman Sound Campground, Terra Nova 



HERITAGE FOLK FESTIVAL August 14 - 15; Outdoor 

Theatre, Newman Sound Campground, 

Terra Nova National Park; Tel: 709-533-3145; 


26TH ANNUAL BRIMSTONE HEAD FOLK FESTI- 

VAL August 14 - 16; Brimstone Head Park, 

Fogo, Fogo Island; Tel: 709-266-2218 / 266- 

2237; townoffogo@eastlink.ca 

RUM RUNNERS FESTIVAL August 14-16; 

Hermitage - Sandyville; Tel: 709-883-2478 / 

883-2468 

september 

LOGGER’S SPORTS FESTIVAL September 5 - 7; 

Gambo; Tel: 709-674-4222; 

gambofestivals@nf.aibn.com 

SPRINGDALE CRAFT AND TRADE SHOW September 

10 - 12; Springdale; Tel: 709-673-3439 

LEWISPORTE CRAFT AND TRADE SHOW September 

17-19; Lewisporte; Tel: 709-535-2737; 


DIAMOND DASH 

September 26 

Ken Diamond Memorial Park, Glovertown 

Tel: 709-533-2351 


Non-competitive walk/competitive run for ages 

10 to 60-plus. 


june 

east 

NEWFOUNDLAND SCREECH 

COMEDY FESTIVAL 

June 10 - 14 

Delta Hotel, Majestic Theatre, Reid Theatre, 

Yuk Yuk’s, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-579-FEST (3378) 

Box office: 579-4424 

www.newscreechcomedyfest.ca 

info@newscreechcomedyfest.ca 

Nasty Night! CBC’s The Debaters! Sunday 

GALA with host Cathy Jones, and special Shaun 

Majumder/Mark Critch show! 12 professional 

comics, including John Sheehan, Trent McClellan 

and Steve Patterson. Special guests: Trailer 

Park Boys. 

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT June 10 - 

September 9; Burin; Tel: 709-891-2217; burinheritagemuseums@persona.ca 

RISING TIDE THEATRE – SEASONS 

IN THE BIGHT 2009 

Mid-June to October 

Trinity, Trinity Bay 

Toll Free: 1-888-464-3377 

www.risingtidetheatre.com 

risingtide@nf.aibn.com 

A professional theatre company for over 30 

years providing an award-winning blend of 

drama, culture and history. Shows daily. 

ST. JOHN’S DAYS CELEBRATIONS June 19 - 21; 

St. John’s; Tel: 709-576-8106 

THE 9TH ANNUAL NICKEL INDEPENDENT FILM 

FESTIVAL June 23 - 27; INCO Innovation Centre 

Theatre, MUN Campus, St. John’s; Tel: 709- 

576-3378; nickelfestival@gmail.com 

TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC June 26; Arts and Culture 

Centre Lawn, St. John’s; Tel: 709-729-3650; 

sandrawood@artsandculturecentre.com 

GRAND BANK REGIONAL THEATRE FESTIVAL 

June 26 - August 29; Grand Bank; Tel: 709-832- 

2282; theatrefestival@townofgrandbank.net 

SUMMER DINNER THEATRE June 26 - September 

11; Bernard Kavanagh Premises, Ferryland; Tel: 

709-432-2052; kmooney@nf.aibn.com 

ST. NICHOLAS CHURCH ANNUAL GARDEN 

PARTY June 27; Torbay; Tel: 709-437-7010 

A “TIME” IN PIGEON INLET 

June 27 - August 29 

Lodge Mackay, Bay Roberts 

Tel: 709-786-2126 

www.pigeoninlet.ca or www.bayroberts.com 

info@pigeoninlet.ca 

Celebrate the life and works of native son, Ted 

Russell. Russell’s Uncle Mose of Pigeon Inlet is 

the province’s most loved fictional character. For 

a complete schedule and ticket information visit 

www.bayroberts.com or www.pigeoninlet.ca. 

july 

DORY RACES AND CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS 

July 1; Burin; Tel: 709-891-2217; 

burinheritagemuseums@persona.ca 

MARYSTOWN CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS 

July 1; Marystown; Tel: 709-279-1661; 

mmallay@townofmarystown.ca 

MOUNT PEARL CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS 

July 1; Mount Pearl; Tel: 709-748-1008; 

info@mountpearl.ca 

CONCEPTION BAY SOUTH CANADA DAY CELE- 

BRATIONS July 1; CBS Recreation Complex; Tel: 

709-834-6643; jbourne@conceptionbaysouth.ca 

CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS July 1; St. John’s; 

Tel: 709-576-8106 

CANADA DAY FESTIVAL July 1; George Street, 

St. John’s; Tel: 709-480-0100; 

iandchaytor@nl.rogers.com 

CANADA DAY IN PROVINCIAL PARKS - AVALON 


CANADA DAY IN PROVINCIAL PARKS - EASTERN 


PORT BLANDFORD CANADA DAY CELEBRA- 

TIONS July 1; Port Blandford; Tel: 709-543- 

2170; vgreening@nf.aibn.com 

SIGNAL HILL TATTOO July 1 - August 10; Signal 

Hill, St. John’s; Tel: 709-772-7982/7983 

jameslynch@esdnl.ca 

A WOODY ISLAND TIME 


Woody Island 

Toll Free: 1-800-504-1066 

www.woodyi.com 

woodyi@woodyi.com 

A world of its own offering great getaway holidays: 

Package includes accommodations, 

meals, whale watching, kayaking, beach picnic 

and kitchen party/live entertainment. Our season 

runs from May to the end of October. 


TUNES AND TALES OF NEWFOUNDLAND July 1 

- August 31; Trinity; Tel: 709-488-3821; 

kellyrussell@nf.sympatico.ca 

LIVE ON THE LAWN July to August; Brigus; Tel: 

709-528-4004; director@historicsites.ca 

FESTIVAL 500: THE PHENOMENON OF 

SINGING, INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM VII July 

2 - 5; Various locations, St. John’s Tel: 709-738- 

6013; information@festival500.com 

26TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF FOLK SONG AND 

DANCE July 3 - 5; Burin; Tel: 709-891-2655 

KID’S DAY ACTIVITIES & BBQ July 4; Colliers 

Tel: 709-229-4333; townofcolliers@eastlink.ca 

HOLY TRINITY ROMAN CATHOLIC GARDEN 

PARTY July 4 - 6; Torbay; Tel: 709-437-6628; 

dbutler@nl.rogers.com 

COLLIERS FOLK FESTIVAL 2009 July 4 - 25; 

Colliers; Tel: 709-229-4333/0082/4579; 

townofcolliers@eastlink.ca 

FESTIVAL 500 INTERNATIONAL CHORAL FESTI- 

VAL July 5 - 12; Various locations; Tel: 709- 

738-6013; information@festival500.com 

THE SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA FESTIVAL - 

ROMEO & JULIET July 5 - August 10; Harbourside 

Park, Downtown St. John’s; Tel: 709-743- 

7287; sbts@nfld.com 

PORTUGAL COVE-ST. PHILIP’S REGATTA FESTIVAL 

July 6 - 11; St. Philip’s Marina; Tel: 709-895- 

8000, ext.4 

KELLIGREWS SOIREE July 9 - 12; Conception 

Bay South; Tel: 709-834-6643; jbourne@conceptionbaysouth.ca 

VARIETY CONCERT & KITCHEN PARTY July 10; 

Colliers; Tel: 709-229-4333; 


FLATROCK GARDEN PARTY July 11; Community 

Centre, Flatrock; Tel: 709-437-5836 

PROVINCIAL BLUEGRASS AND 

OLD TIME COUNTRY JAMBOREE 

July 11 - 12 

Ascension Collegiate High School, Bay Roberts 

Tel: 709-786-2126 

www.bayroberts.com 

This two-day event is the Society’s fifth annual 

festival. It will feature bluegrass and old-time 

country music concerts and workshops. For 

more information on this event, please visit 

www.bayrobertsevents.com. 

THE SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA FESTIVAL: FAIRY 

TALE MIX-UP July 11 - August 16; St. John’s 

Cabot 500 Theatre, Bowring Park; Tel: 709- 

743-7287; sbts@nfld.com 

59TH ANNUAL GARDEN PARTY July 12; Parish 

Grounds, Colliers; Tel: 709-229-4333/3858; 


BIRD ISLAND PUFFIN FESTIVAL July 12 - 19; Elliston; 

Tel: 709-468-7080; rootcellars@persona.ca 

WRECKHOUSE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ AND 

BLUES FESTIVAL July 15 - 19; St. John’s; Tel: 709- 

739-7734; info@wreckhousejazzandblues.com 

MOUNT PEARL CITY DAYS CELEBRATIONS July 

17 - 19; Mount Pearl; Tel: 709-748-1008; 

ktucker@mountpearl.ca 

THE SHAKESPEARE BY THE SEA FESTIVAL - THE 

TEMPEST July 17 - August 15; Logy Bay; Tel: 

709-743-7287; sbts@nfld.com 

21ST ANNUAL SQUID FESTIVAL 

July 17 - 26 

Holyrood 

Tel: 709-229-7252 

www.townofholyrood.com 

jcrowley@townofholyrood.com 

This year marks the 21st annual Squid Festival. 

A spectacular 10 days of fun, games, music and 

laughter – there is something for everyone! Celebrate 

with us...Holyrood style! 

PLACENTIA REGATTA July 18; Placentia; Tel: 

709-227-3579; ecollins@personainternet.com 

MAIN FOLK FESTIVAL EVENTS July 19; Colliers 

Tel: 709-229-4333; townofcolliers@eastlink.ca 

BACCALIEU PLAYERS INC. SUMMER THEATRE 


Brigus 

Tel: 709-528-4044 / 528-4004 

Off-season: 709-528-4817 

www.vandadance.ca 

seagul@nf.sympatico.ca 

Baccalieu Players Inc., a community theatre 

group in Brigus since 1996. Royal Shag-Up 

comedy dinner theatre, unique Steps Thru Time 

dramatized walking tour and more. 

CLARENVILLE DAYS July 20 - 25; Clarenville; 

Tel: 709-466-7937; marg@clarenville.net 

ANNUAL DILDO DAYS 

July 21 - 26 

Fisherman’s Lodge, Dildo 

Tel: 709-582-3386 

hsmith@nf.sympatico.ca 

Starting with breakfast on Thursday, preteen 

dance, kid’s activities, games of chance, bar 

service folk festival, boat flotilla, adult dance, 

Mrs. Dildo Day Pageant and much more. 


FESTIVAL OF NEW DANCE – NEIGHBOUR- 

HOOD DANCE WORKS 

July 21 - 26 

Various locations in St John’s 

Tel: 709-722-3663 

www.neighbourhooddanceworks.com 

ndwpublicity@nfld.net 

Check website for updates. The Festival of New 

Dance celebrates original Canadian and international 

dance with exciting site-specific work, 

main-stage performances and workshops. 

BAY ROBERTS’ KLONDYKE DAYS 2009 


Bay Roberts 

Tel: 709-786-2126 

rdelaney@town.bayroberts.nf.ca 

www.bayroberts.com 

Klondyke Days is the major summer festival in 

Bay Roberts. This year the 13-day festival will 

include many great events such as the Children’s 

Beach Party, Kid’s Carnival, community 

meals (breakfasts, dinners and suppers), dinner 

theatres, afternoon teas, Las Vegas Night, Buying 

Days on the Klondyke, fireworks, concerts, 

etc. Check our Web site for full event schedule. 

BONAVISTA DAY CELEBRATIONS 

July 24 - 26 

Various locations, Bonavista 

Tel: 709-468-7747 

www.bonavista.net 

Countdown to Come Home Year 2010 (July 25 

- August 1, 2010). Main attractions include Garden 

Party at Orange Hall Field, concert at Cabot 

Stadium featuring 8 Track Favourites and The 

Navigators, and a fabulous fireworks display. 

FLATROCK SOIREE July 24 - 26; Flatrock; Tel: 

709-437-6945; info@townofflatrock.com 

JERSEYSIDE FERNDALE COME HOME YEAR 2009 

July 24 - August 1; Jerseyside Ferndale; 

jfchy@nf.aibn.com 

NEWFIE DANCE July 25; Colliers; Tel: 709-229- 

4333; townofcolliers@eastlink.ca 

NEWFIE NIGHT DINNER AND DANCE July 25; 

Marian Hall, Conception Harbour; Tel: 709- 

229-4011; st.annes@live.ca 

148TH HARBOUR GRACE REGATTA 

July 25 

Lady Lake, Harbour Grace 

Tel: 709-596-6753 / 7265 / 2120 

www.hrgrace.ca 

Second-oldest sporting event in North America. 

Contacts: Bud Chafe at 596-6753; Kathy Tetford 

at 596-7265; Elizabeth Baker at 596- 

2120. 

PIPPY PARK SUMMER FEST AND SUMMER 

DANCE July 25 - 26; Pippy Park, St., John’s; Tel: 

709-729-3904; pippyparkinfo@.nf.aibn.com 

24TH ANNUAL SHAMROCK FESTIVAL July 25 - 

26; Ferryland; Tel: 709-432-2052; 

kmooney@nf.aibn.com 

BAIE DE VERDE HERITAGE DAYS July 29 - August 

2; Baie De Verde; Tel: 709-587-2766; 

carl_riggs@hotmail.com 

GEORGE STREET FESTIVAL July 30 - August 4; 

George Street, St. John’s; Tel: 709-480-0100; 

iandchaytor@nl.rogers.com 

ST. JOHN’S TIME July 30 - August 9; St. John’s 

Tel: 709-576-8106; tourism@stjohns.ca 

FIVE COVES VOLUNTEER GARDEN PARTY July 31 

- August 2; Newman’s Cove; Tel: 709-445-4151 

august 

SUNSPLASH FESTIVAL 2009 

August 1 - 2 

Paradise 

Tel: 709-782-3570 

www.townofparadise.ca 

psilver@townofparadise.ca 

Join us for our annual two-day festival. There 

will be live bands, fun activities and games for 

the whole family. Call for details. 

ST. LAWRENCE COME HOME YEAR 2009 August 

1 - 9; St. Lawrence; Tel: 709-873-2428; 

st_lawrence_chy@email.com 

ST. LAWRENCE DAY 2009 CELEBRATIONS August 

1 - 9; St. Lawrence; Tel: 709-873-2222; 

townofstlawrence@nf.aibn.com 

CONCEPTION HARBOUR ANNUAL GARDEN 

PARTY August 2; Church Grounds, Conception 

Harbour; Tel: 709-229-4011; st.annes@live.ca 

THE TUCKAMORE FESTIVAL August 2 - 16; St. 

John’s; Tel: 709-737-2372; 

tuckamorefestival@nfld.com 

NORMAN’S COVE-LONG COVE BEACH FESTI- 

VAL/COME HOME YEAR August 3 - 9; Norman’s 

Cove-Long Cove; Tel: 709-592-2490; 

townofnormanscove@nf.aibn.com 

WHITEWAY DAYS August 3-9; Whiteway; Tel: 

709-588-2948; townofwhiteway@nf.aibn.com 

ROYAL ST. JOHN’S REGATTA August 5; Quidi 

Vidi Lake, St. John’s; Tel: 709-576-8921; 

stjohnsregatta@nf.aibn.com 

22ND ANNUAL BRIGUS BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL 

August 6 - 9; Brigus; Tel: 709-528-3201 

ANNUAL BURIN HERITAGE WEEKEND August 6 - 

9; Burin; Tel: 709-891-2217; burinheritagemuseums@persona.ca 

BUSKER’S FESTIVAL August 7 - 9; St. John’s; Tel: 

709-726-8244; info@downtownstjohns.com 


THE 33RD ANNUAL NL FOLK FESTIVAL August 

7 - 9; Bannerman Park, St. John’s; Tel: 709-576- 

8508; office@nlfolk.com 

10TH ANNUAL CAPE RACE DAYS August 7 - 9; 

Portugal Cove South-Cape Race; Tel: 709-438- 

1100 

17TH ANNUAL GARNISH BAKEAPPLE FESTIVAL 

August 8 - 15; Garnish; Tel: 709-826-2330 

WALK FOR MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY 

August 9, 1 p.m. 

Quidi Vidi Lake, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-576-2562 

www.muscle.ca/walk 

raine_335@hotmail.com 

Join thousands of Canadians across the country 

taking part in the Walk for Muscular Dystrophy. 

Bring your family and friends, and enjoy a fun, 

relaxed community event that raises spirits as 

well as funds. Register online. 

KILLICK COAST REGIONAL GAMES August 10 - 

14; Flatrock & Pouch Cove; Tel: 709-437-6312 

/ 437-6945; info@townofflatrock.com 

16TH ANNUAL CUPERS COVE SOIREE 

August 13 - 16 

Cupids 

Tel: 709-528-4795 / 528-4686 

www.cupidscommunityevents.piczo.com 

normabonnell@hotmail.com 

Folk festival, John Guy re-enactment, dances, 

children’s entertainer Terry Reilly, Green Fair, 

meals, concessions, Mr. & Mrs. Soiree pageant, 

bonfire, fireworks and more! 

RUG HOOKING GUILD OF NL RUG CAMP 

August 13 - 16; St. John’s; Tel: 709-596-1888; 

rugschool@rhgnl.ca 

TRINITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY ANNUAL 

AUCTION & GARDEN PARTY August 14; Trinity 

Museum Garden, Trinity; Tel: 709-464-3599; 


TRINITY FESTIVAL August 14 - 16; Trinity; Tel: 

709-464-3599; info@trinityhistoricalsociety.com 

51ST ANNUAL FARM FIELD DAY August 15; 

St. John’s; Tel: 709-772-0461; cowanla@agr.gc.ca 

24-HOUR ART MARATHON FESTIVAL 

August 15 - 23 

Eastern Edge Gallery, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-739-1882 

www.easternedge.ca 

easternedgegallery@gmail.com 

100+ visual artists working live for 24 hours – 

music, film, poetry, workshops and soapbox performances. 

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of 

the 24 HAM with us! Full schedule at 

http://24hourartmarathon.blogspot.com. 

FESTIVAL OF FRIENDS FOLK FESTIVAL August 16; 

Outer Cove; Tel: 709-726-7930; 

georgettepike@lbmcoc.ca 

september 

TOUR DE SHORE CYCLISTS RACE September 5-6; 

Riverhead; Tel: 709-432-2680; 

cycle@tourdeshore.ca 

DOORS OPEN September 12 - 13; Various historic 

sites, St. John’s; Tel: 709-739-6592; 

doorsopen@heritagefoundation.ca 

TARGA NEWFOUNDLAND 

September 12 - 19 

Various locations 

Tel: 709-722-2413 

Toll Free: 1-877-332-2413 

www.targanewfoundland.com 

info@targanewfoundland.com 

See hot cars and international-class drivers at 

Targa Newfoundland – one of the most challenging 

motor sport events in the world. 

RENNIE’S RIVER DUCK RACE September 26; 

St. John’s; Tel: 709-722-3825 / 754-3474; 

info@fluvarium.ca 

october 

LE FESTIVAL DU VENT 2009 

October 13 - 18 

Centre des Grands-Vents, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-726-4900 

Toll Free: 1-877-407-1055 

www.acfsj.ca/festival 

bonjour@acfsj.ca 

An annual celebration of francophone culture, 

local artists...and the wind! Une célébration 

annuelle de la culture francophone, les artistes 

locaux... et le vent! 

ST. JOHN’S INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S FILM 

FESTIVAL October 20 - 24; St. John’s; Tel: 709- 

754-3141; info@womensfilmfestival.com 

ANNUAL ST. JOHN’S HALLOWEEN MARDI GRAS 

October 30 - 31; George Street, St. John’s; Tel: 

709-480-0100; iandchaytor@nl.rogers.com 

november 

DOWNTOWN CHRISTMAS PARADE November 

29; Downtown St. John’s; Tel: 709-579-4139; 

sjddc@nf.aibn.com 

FINE CRAFT & DESIGN FAIR TBA; St. John’s; Tel: 

709-753-2749; craftfair@craftcouncil.nl.ca 

december 

NORTH AMERICA’S FIRST NEW YEAR December 

31; St. John’s; Tel: 709-576-8106 


july 

labrador 

CANADA DAY BONFIRE July 1; L’Anse au Clair 

Tel: 709-931-2481; townoflanseauclair@hotmail.com 

CANADA DAY IN PROVINCIAL PARKS – 

PINWARE July 1; Pinware; Tel: 709-635-4520; 


CHURCHILL FALLS CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS 

July 1; Churchill Falls; Tel: 709-925-3319; 

JasonHennebury@nlh.nl.ca 

PORT HOPE SIMPSON CANADA DAY CELEBRA- 

TIONS July 1; Port Hope Simpson; Tel: 709- 

960-0236 

GOOSEJAM SKATEBOARD COMPETITION July 

11; Happy Valley-Goose Bay; Tel: 709-896- 

7100; cbest@cledb.ca 

NORTH WEST RIVER BEACH FESTIVAL July 25 - 

26; North West River; Tel: 709-497-8533; 

cbest@cledb.ca 

HERITAGE DAYS July 27 - 30; Cartwright; Tel: 

709-938-7259; shopkins@nf.aibn.com 

FUN DAY & BARTLETT CELEBRATIONS 

2009 PORT ACTIVITIES 

July 29 - 30 

Battle Harbour 

Tel: 709-921-6325 

www.battleharbour.com/home/38 

information@battleharbour.com 

Try traditional skills. Play games of chance. 

Learn about Captain Bob Bartlett. Tour the 

schooner Bowdoin. Traditional music, minidramas 

and more! 

LABRADOR WEST REGATTA July 31; Jean Lake 

Recreational Site, Wabush; Tel: 709-944-5780; 

clarkep@nf.sympatico.ca 

MARY’S HARBOUR CRAB FESTIVAL July 31 - 

August 2; Mary’s Harbour; Tel: 709-921- 

6281/6293; maryshbr@nf.aibn.com 

SANDWICH BAY HERITAGE FESTIVAL July 31 – 

August 3; Cartwright; Tel: 709-938-7259 

august 

LABRADOR CANOE REGATTA August 1 - 3; 

Gosling Park, Happy Valley-Goose Bay; Tel: 

709-896-3512; cbest@cledb.ca 

BOWDOIN VISIT TO L’ANSE AU LOUP, BARTLETT 

CELEBRATIONS August 5 - 6; L’Anse au Loup 

Tel: 709-753-9262; williamsdean@nl.rogers.com 

BAKEAPPLE FOLK FESTIVAL 

August 7 - 9 

Labrador Straits Arena, L’Anse au Loup 

Tel: 709-931-2042 

www.labradorcoastaldrive.com 

Come and join us for a weekend of local entertainment, 

traditional foods, adult dances and 

kids’ games! 

MAKKOVIK TROUT FESTIVAL August 11 - 16; 

Makkovik; Tel: 709-923-2221 

GOOSESTOCK MUSIC FESTIVAL August 15; 

Kinsmen Park, Happy Valley-Goose Bay; Tel: 

709-896-7100; cbest@cledb.ca 

ANNUAL CHARLOTTETOWN SHRIMP FESTIVAL 

August 17 - 18; Charlottetown; Tel: 709-949- 

0299; ctown@nf.aibn.com 

INTERNATIONAL LIGHTHOUSE DAY August 20; 

Point Amour Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site; 

Tel: 709-931-2013; lshdc@labradorstraits.net 

GOLDEN COD FESTIVAL August 21 - 22; 

Williams Harbour; Tel: 709-924-0287 / 924- 

0241; gilbertbaympa@yahoo.ca 

september 

BIG LAND FAIR 

September 10 - 12 

Broomfield Arena, Happy Valley- Goose Bay 

Tel: 709-896-8506 

www.explorelabrador.nf.ca 

cbest@cledb.ca 

Family fall festival including live music, crafts 

and cultural displays, farmers market and children’s 

activities. 

CRAFT AND AGRICULTURAL FAIR September 22 

- 23; L’Anse au Loup; Tel: 709-931-2010; 

peggy.hancock@nf.sympatico.ca 

PARTRIDGEBERRY FESTIVAL September 22 - 23; 

West St. Modeste; Tel: 709-927-5583; townwsm@nf.sympatico.ca 

october 

BAS-ADOR FESTIVAL October 17 - 19; Red Bay; 

Tel: 709-920-2026 / 920-2151; 

jryetman@yahoo.ca 


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KFC 

1 Chapel Hill Road, Deer Lake 

92 West Street, Corner Brook 

80 Main Street, Stephenville 

LIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT 

39 Water Street, Woody Point 

Tel: 709-453-2213 

www.seasidesuites.ca 

woodypointnl@hotmail.com 

Family/casual. Our newly renovated surroundings 

and menu offer comfort, value and great 

seafood. Bonne Bay’s widest selection of wines 

and our draught beer will please as well! 

SEASIDE RESTAURANT 

Main Road, Woody Point 

Tel: 709-451-3461 

www.grosmorne.com/victorianmanor 

vmanorgrosmorne@eastlink.ca 

Licensed dining room on two levels (upstairs has 

a viewing deck) with a capacity of 90 people. 

Season runs from mid-May to mid-October, 

noon to 10 p.m. daily. 

OCEAN DINING ROOM 

Rocky Harbour 

Tel: 709-458-2730 

www.theoceanview.ca 

info@theoceanview.ca 

The Ocean Dining Room is renowned for fresh 

seafood and local delicacies, including lobster, 

halibut, cod, mussels and much more. Our food 

is locally sourced, locally inspired and chef prepared. 

With seafood bought daily from local 

suppliers, meals are prepared everyday by our 

team of chefs and local cooks. Our second-floor 

Ocean Dining Room boasts incredible sunset 

dinners overlooking the harbour, with an international 

wine list to compliment your dining 

experience. Reservations are recommended. 

central 

KFC 

103 Lincoln Road, Grand Falls-Windsor 

484-490 Main Street, Lewisporte 

285 Airport Blvd., Gander 

SUNSET GRILL 

379 Pickersgill Boulevard, Centreville 

Tel: 709-678-2080 

Family restaurant, eat-in/take out with private 

dining area, seats up to 100 people, Newfoundland 

home-cooked meals prepared with 

care by owners. 

east 

AQUA KITCHEN & BAR 

310 Water Street, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-576-2782 

www.aquarestaurant.ca 

info@aquarestaurant.ca 

Located on Water Street in the heart of downtown 

St. John’s. Chef Mark McCrowe offers creative 

dining for an everyday budget. Casual 

attire. 4-star rating. 


BROWN’S RESTAURANT 

435 Main St., Whiteway 

Tel: 709-588-7829 

www.brownsrestaurant.ca 

brownsrest@personainternet.com 

Award-winning, open daily, excellent view of 

the bay, most extensive menu on the Avalon. 

HUNGRY HEART CAFÉ 

142 Military Road, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-738-6164 

info@hungryheartcafe.ca 

www.hungryheartcafe.ca 

Casual dining. Featuring savoury selections 

made with fresh local ingredients. Open for 

lunch daily, evenings after June 1. Reservations 

recommended. 

INDIA GATE 

286 Duckworth Street, St. John’s 

709-753-6006 

www.indiagatenl.com 

Fine dining. Daily lunch buffet, 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

from Monday to Friday. Evenings and weekends: 

Dinner a la carte. Gateway to superb Indian fine 

dining, known for quality and consistency. 

KFC 

Avalon Mall, St. John’s 

336 Freshwater Road, St. John’s 

61 Torbay Road, St. John’s 

670 Topsail Road, St. John’s 

571 Torbay Road, St. John’s 

26 Commonwealth Avenue, Mount Pearl 

CBS, Manuels 

Bay Roberts Shopping Centre, Bay Roberts 

127 Columbus Drive, Carbonear 

69 Manitoba Drive, Clarenville 

Peninsula Mall, Marystown 

RUMPELSTILTSKINS 

Quality Hotel, 2 Hill O’Chips, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-579-6000 

rumpels@nl.rogers.com 

Casual/fine/family dining. At Rumpelstiltskins, 

“The only thing we overlook is the harbour.” 

Free indoor parking and a versatile menu featuring 

succulent seafood dishes, lobster in season, 

the juiciest and most tender steaks and slow 

roasted prime rib available. Our customers are 

guaranteed great food and good times. 

SEA LEVEL DINING ROOM 

78 Front Road, Dildo 

Tel: 709-582-3170 

Toll-Free: 1-888-339-7829 


sealevel@dildoinns.com 

Dine on the oceanfront in Dildo in one of the 

few restaurants to be recommended by Where 

to Eat in Canada. 

THE ROOMS CAFE 

Bonaventure Avenue, The Rooms, St. John’s 

Tel: 709-757-8097 

www.therooms.ca 

redoak@therooms.ca 

labrador 

BENTLEY’S BEER MARKET 

97 Hamilton River Rd., Happy Valley-Goose Bay 

Tel: 709-896-3585 

bentleys@nf.aibn.com 

Family restaurant. Full menu including seafood, 

steaks and chicken dishes. Air-conditioned with 

a great view of the mighty Churchill River. Open 

Mon. to Sat. 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 

SEA VIEW RESTAURANT & CABINS 

Forteau 

Tel: 709-931-2840 

www.tourlabrador.ca 

bhancock@preserves.nf.com 

Family restaurant featuring hearty, home-style 

meals at reasonable prices. Specializing in 

seafood and traditional dishes of the area. 

THE DAILY CATCH 

123 St., St. Lunaire 

Tel: 709-623-2548 

www.thedailycatch.ca 

Family restaurant specializing in traditional 

Newfoundland cuisine at a great price. Featuring 

live entertainment every Wednesday. Local 

artwork / jewellery on display. 


easy and elegant 

>> 

impress with these delicious egg creations 

greek omelet 

8 eggs 

1 ⁄4 cup water 

freshly ground pepper to taste 

cooking spray 

1 ⁄3 cup chopped onion 

3 ⁄4 cup seeded, chopped tomato 

1 ⁄2 cup crumbled low-fat feta cheese 

1 ⁄4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and slivered 

1 ⁄2 tsp dried oregano 

Beat eggs with water; season with pepper. Set 

aside. Spray a non-stick skillet with cooking spray. Sauté onion 

over medium heat for about 1 minute. Add tomato and cook for 1 more minute. Stir in 

feta cheese, olives and oregano. Set aside. Spray an 8-inch (20 cm) non-stick skillet with 

cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium heat. Pour 1/4 of egg mixture into skillet. As 

mixture sets at the edges, with spatula, gently lift cooked portion to allow uncooked egg 

to flow underneath. Cook until bottom is set and top is almost set. Cover one half of the 

omelette with 1/4 of the filling. Slip spatula underneath the omelette and fold in half. 

Slide onto a warm plate. Repeat procedure to make 3 more filled omelettes. 

heavenly baked alaska 

4 egg whites 

1 ⁄8 tsp salt 

1 ⁄2 cup fine granulated sugar 

6 slices jelly roll, cake or brownies 

6 scoops ice cream, well frozen 

In a small bowl, beat egg whites and salt until soft 

peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tbsp (15 mL) at 

a time, and continue beating until stiff and glossy. 

Place cake slices on ungreased baking sheet. Top 

each with ice cream and quickly cover with meringue, being sure to seal 

edges completely. Swirl meringue into peaks. Keep in freezer until ready to bake. Freeze 

for at least 1 hour. (To store for longer periods, up to 2 weeks, place unbaked Alaskas in 

cake box and overwrap with plastic.) Preheat oven to 475° F (240° C). Bake 2 to 4 minutes 

or until meringue is delicately browned. Serve at once.

day hikers’ 

checklist 

Heading out for a day-long hike? Even though you don’t need 

your tent and sleeping bag, there is still plenty of gear you’ll want to keep in 

your pack. Be prepared, and you’ll enjoy yourself a lot more. 

To help you along the way, here’s a basic day-hikers’ checklist. Add notes 

according to your preferences and needs. 

✓ 

✓ 

itinerary left with a friend before departure 

It should detail exactly where you’re going, the trail you’re taking and when 

you expect to return. 

clothes 

Dress in layers, including a light under-layer (moisturewicking 

fabric is best for clothing worn next to your 

skin), a fleece or sweatshirt, and a wind-blocking 

jacket. Wear sturdy, broken-in hiking boots. 

as well, bring: ❚ Swimsuit and towel 

❚ Gloves and toque 

❚ Hat 

❚ Raincoat 

❚ Extra socks 

✓ 


✓ 

✓ 

food and water 

❚ Pack a lunch and bring extra snacks. 

❚ Carry water from home and bring water 

purification tablets in case you run out. It’s not 

wise to drink from streams or ponds. 

also take with you... 

two poles are 

better than none 

Anyone who’s ever hiked knows the benefits of a walking 

stick. Now, multiply that by two. 

Trekking poles (also known as Nordic walking poles, 

available at outfitter stores) are becoming more and more 

popular among hikers, and for good reason. The poles – 

basically modified ski poles that are adjustable to your 

height – offer hikers increased stability over slippery and 

uneven terrain. Used properly, they can help take damaging 

stress off hip, knee and ankle joints, especially when going 

up and down the many slopes that are part of most trails in 

Newfoundland and Labrador. They’re lightweight and, for 

many, make hiking a safer, more enjoyable experience. 

❚ Map (in waterproof bag), guidebook and/or notes 

❚ Compass 

❚ First-aid kit 

❚ Waterproof matches or a lighter 

❚ Firestarter (such as dryer lint or mini-firelog) 

❚ Headlamp/flashlight and batteries 

❚ Whistle (one for each hiker) 

❚ Sunscreen and protective lip balm 

❚ Insect repellent 

❚ Plastic bags 

❚ Cell phone (charged and turned off) 

❚ Multi-tool or pocketknife 

❚ Binoculars 

❚ Camera 

❚ Watch 

❚ Toilet paper 

❚ Trekking poles (see above) 


Top: Kevin Canning photo 

Middle: Frank Pretty photo 

Bottom: Kim Hobbs photo 


ingredients for 

a boil-up 

No trip to the woods or the pond is complete without a “mug-up” 

or boil-up in the great outdoors. In fact, it’s the best part of the 

excursion! Along with your rod and tackle, here is what you need to 

bring with you. 

❚ Waterproof matches 

❚ Some kindling from home (newspaper, straw, splits, dryer lint etc.) 

❚ Dry boughs to fuel the fire. Red ones (“blasty boughs”) are already dead 

and very dry. When lit, they make a satisfying crackling sound and give off 

a woodsy scent. 

❚ A boil-up kettle. You can make one at home from a clean, empty juice can. 

Using a can opener, cut the cover cleanly off and drill two holes on opposite 

sides of the rim. Thread heavy wire (e.g. a straightened coat hanger) 

through the holes and twist ends to secure; this is the kettle’s handle. Using 

pliers, you might also be able to bend a section of the rim (midway 

between the handle holes) into a lip for pouring. 

❚ A long, sturdy stick for lifting the homemade kettle on and off the fire, plus 

heat-proof mitts for pouring 

❚ Drinking water for boiling (brought from home) 

❚ Tea bags or instant coffee 

❚ Sugar and milk for tea, if using. Or combine the two into one by bringing a 

small tin of sweetened condensed milk. 

❚ Mugs and spoons 

❚ Sandwiches, bread and jam, canned sausages or other portable outdoor 

snacks. Bring along some aluminum foil, too, to wrap a freshly caught and 

cleaned trout. Toss it on the fire and later enjoy freshly cooked “catch of 

the day.” 

❚ A plastic bag for all your garbage. Always take any refuse home with you 

for proper disposal. 

❚ Before you leave your boil-up site, make sure your fire has been 

completely doused with water and buried in dirt. You don’t want to reduce 

your favourite spot to ashes by carelessly starting a forest fire! 


natural remedies 

for outdoor ouches 

>> 

common outdoor mishaps and natural ways to deal with them 

stinging nettles These dark-green 

plants are prolific right across Newfoundland. 

Growing to a height of two metres, 

nettles have leaves that look soft and velvety 

but are actually covered in tiny spiny 

hairs. When touched, the hairs are transformed 

into tiny needles that inject a mild 

poison into the victim. The stings usually 

don’t last long, but for relief, try smearing 

the affected area with a paste of baking 

soda and water. Tea brewed from the bark 

or leaves of the witch hazel tree (also 

known as the spotted alder and the yellow 

birch) applied as a poultice is also thought 

to soothe irritated skin. 

insect stings To soothe the sting 

and itch of a mosquito bite, dab a drop of 

white vinegar onto the area, 

or rub with a slice of 

lemon. For bee stings, 

however, mud is the 

medicine of choice. 

Not working? Try 

honey. Don’t forget 

to apply ice to 

reduce any swelling 

at the sting site. 

burns Playing with fire? Grab the 

wrong end of a marshmallow stick? The 

very first thing to do with a burn is cover 

the area with chilled water for 15 to 30 

minutes. Applying aloe vera to the wound 

should provide some relief, while an 

application of honey is said to help 

prevent infection. 

jellyfish sting 

Rinse the affected area 

with salt water followed 

by white vinegar. 

stomachache 

To calm an upset belly, 

people in this province 

traditionally turned to the 

trees. Teas made from boiling 

juniper bark, alder buds and 

dogberries were commonly believed to 

cure stomach problems. 

sunburn Applying aloe vera or vinegar 

on the affected skin should stop inflammation 

and pain. Room-temperature milk 

poured onto gauze and applied to the 

area should help, as might baking soda 

dissolved in the tub for 

a soothing bath. 


hot lips tip 

>> 

slathering on sunscreen? don’t forget to pucker up. 

Don’t be lulled into a false sense of sun security 

by that lip balm or gloss you’re slathering on your lips. 

If anything, lip balms and glosses without SPF protection 

actually enhance the sun’s rays, which may cause serious 

sun damage. 

It’s not just lip service! The sun can have an aging effect 

on your skin, and the tender layers on the lips are more 

susceptible than many other areas. Even more significant 

than premature wrinkles, though, is the fact that overexposure 

to the sun can lead to lip cancer, an often 

aggressive form of cancer that may metastasize to surrounding 

lymph nodes. 

Experts suggest applying an SPF sunscreen lip balm 

under lipstick or gloss at least half an hour before heading 

out into the sun; reapply throughout the day. 

Look for an SPF of at least 15, but SPF 30 is preferable. 

If you’re heading to the beach or pool, ensure your sunscreen 

is also waterproof. 

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a creepy 

campfire story 

the hairy toe 

Once there was an old woman 

who was camping deep in the woods. 

She was doing her best to live off the land, but there was a drought that summer 

and the berries had dried up, the streams weren’t running so she couldn’t 

catch fish, and even the birds had abandoned the trees. The only source of 

nourishment she could find was in the edible roots of plants found in the darkest 

part of the woods around her camp. 

One fine day she ventured into those woods to dig up some roots to cook for 

dinner. As she poked around in the underbrush, she spotted something sticking 

out of the leaves. Could it be a mushroom? she wondered with the excitement 

of someone on the verge of starvation. She cleared away the dead leaves and 

fallen twigs and plucked it out. It wasn’t a mushroom… it was a great big, 

hairy toe! 

Sure it was gross, but there was some meat on that toe – the first bit of protein 

she’d seen in a while. So she dropped the toe into 

her basket and headed back to camp. 

That evening she boiled a large kettle of water over 

the campfire. To the pot she added dandelion roots, 

wild chives and the big, hairy toe. For dinner she had 

several bowls of hairy toe soup. It was the best meal 

she’d had in weeks! The old woman went to bed that 

night with a full stomach and a big smile. 

At around midnight, while she was sleeping soundly 

in her tent, a cold wind started blowing in the tops of 

the trees. Then it swirled downward, billowing the 

canvas of her tent, making the sides go in and out 

with a sound like heavy sighs. A large black cloud 

crept over the moon and from the woods a deep 

voice rumbled: “Hairy toe! Hairy toe! I want 

my hairy toe!” 

Inside the tent, the old woman stirred 

uneasily and pulled the edges of the 

sleeping bag up around her ears. 


From the woods there came a stomp-stomp-stomping noise and the wind blew 

harder at the tent. From the clearing at the edge of the forest this time, the voice 

again bellowed: “Hairy toe! Hairy toe! I want my hairy toe!” 

The old woman pulled the sleeping bag up over her head and squeezed her eyes 

shut. She trembled as she prayed whatever it was would just go away. 

The stomping sound got louder and closer to the tent. Night animals could be 

heard shrieking in terror as they tore a path through the woods trying to get as 

far away as possible. Perhaps they – unlike the woman in the tent – knew what 

would happen next. 

“Hairy toe! Hairy toe! I want my hairy toe!” yelled the voice once more. This 

time it was right outside the tent. As it was pitch dark, there was not even a 

shadow on the canvas walls to give away the identity of the creature. But the 

old woman was certain that whatever it was, it was very, very big and very, 

very angry. 

The stomping and the yelling went on for hours. Still the woman hid inside 

the sleeping bag, not saying a word and barely daring to breathe for fear of 

being discovered. 

Sometime later, it must have been almost dawn, the old woman figured, the 

yelling suddenly stopped. The wind had gone and she didn’t hear any stomping. 

Gingerly, she peeled the sleeping back down over her head to her shoulders. Raising 

her head slightly, she strained to hear even the slightest sound outside. She 

could hear nothing but the beating of her own heart. 

Was it possible that she had just been in a long, drawn out, bad dream? A 

nightmare that lasted the whole night? I must have, the old woman assured herself. 

Still, she listened intently as she crept out of her sleeping bag and slipped 

into her shoes. Again she stopped and listened. After several minutes there was 

still no sound. Realizing how ridiculous this was getting, she chided herself and 

thought, No wonder you had weird dreams; that’s what you get for eating a toe 

for supper! 

Realizing a sudden urge to pee, she unzipped the front flap of her tent and 

quickly stepped outside. What she saw froze her to the spot; her pee trickled 

down her trembling legs. 

In front of her was a hairy beast, taller than the tallest birch tree around. It had 

arms and legs the size of tree trunks. It wore no clothes, or shoes on its feet. With 

dismay, she saw that one foot had five toes and the other… only four. 

“HAIRY TOE! HAIRY TOE! I WANT MY HAIRY TOE!” It yelled at her. 

Frozen with fear, the old woman didn’t budge – not even when the hairy, 

smelly beast reached out with one big hand and wrapped it around her body. Not 

even when it picked her up and brought her close to its face. But… when it 

opened its mouth to swallow her whole, she screamed a bloodcurdling scream 

that could be heard throughout the valley and right up the mountainside. It 

shook the leaves off branches and scared the quills off the porcupines. 

Later that summer, a group of young campers came upon the old woman’s 

campsite. With the tent still intact and a pile of chopped wood ready by the fire 

pit, they thought it was a great place to spend a night. But by the next day, they 

were in the nearest town telling everyone who’d listen about the campsite in the 

clearing where the wind picks up after midnight and brings with it the haunting, 

unrelenting screams of a woman facing a terrifying death. 


cards at the cabin 

>> crazy eights is fun for young and old 

the cards Standard 52 deck 

the players Two to four 

the object To get rid of all your cards 

the setup Choose a dealer. Each player is dealt seven 

cards. In a game with 3-4 players, each player is dealt five 

cards. All other remaining cards are placed face down in the 

centre of the table. The top card is drawn and laid face-up 

next to the draw pile. 

the rules 

❚ Play moves clockwise. 

❚ Each player, on his or her turn, adds to the discard pile by 

playing one card that matches the top card on the discard 

pile either by suit or rank. 

❚ A player who cannot match the top card on the discard 

pile by suit or rank must draw a card. If the player can’t lay 

that card, it is added to his hand and the next player on the 

left plays. 

❚ If a jack is laid, the player to the left skips a turn. 

❚ If a two is laid, it means the player to the left has to pick up 

two cards from the deck. 

❚ If that player has another two, he can lay it on top of the 

first two and then the player on his left has to pick up four. 

This can continue in succession if all the twos are laid on top 

of each other, with the final player drawing eight cards. 

❚ When the draw pile is empty, a player who cannot add to 

the discard pile passes his turn. 

❚ All eights are wild and can be played on any card during 

a player’s turn. When a player lays an eight on the pile, he 

chooses which suit is now in play. The next player must play 

either a card of that suit or another eight. 

crazy 

eights 

Discard by matching 

suit or rank 

Eights are wild and can 

be used anytime; player 

can then choose suit

classic card game 

growl or 120s 

the cards Standard 52 deck 

the players Two to 10 (usually with 

partners) 

the object The first team to bid with a 

5 in their hand to reach 120 points wins the 

game. 

the setup 

❚ Three cards are dealt to the “kitty.” 

❚ Each player is dealt five cards. 

❚ Each player bids, starting with the person to 

the left of the dealer. Bidding is done before a 

trump suit is declared. 

❚ Players bid 15, 20, 25 or 30 points based on 

how many points they think they can earn with 

their hand if they get to call the trump suit. Bidding 

goes in the same order as the deal. 

❚ The player with the highest bid announces the 

trump suit. 

❚ After trump is called, the person who called 

trump adds the kitty to their hand. Players then 

discard any unwanted cards, usually non-trump 

suited cards except for the ace of hearts (see 

right). Players must keep at least one card in 

their hand. The winning bidder may not keep 

more than five cards. 

❚ In the same order as the original deal, the 

dealer replenishes each player’s hand so that 

all players have five cards. The player next to 

the winning bidder gets first play. 

❚ When points are counted at the end of the 

round, the winning bidder adds their point total 

only if it equals or beats their bid. Each trick 

won is worth 5 points. If they do not “meet their 

bid” they instead subtract their bid amount. This 

is known as being “set” or “setting the bidder.” 

The object, therefore, is to make as many points 

as possible while at the same time preventing 

the bidder from making their bid. 

120s is played by each player laying 

down a card, with the highest card 

winning. Each play is called a “trick” 

and is worth 5 points. The highest card 

is determined by the trump, or suit, that 

is called by the bid winner. The order 

varies with the suit colour: 

5 of 

trump suit 

Jack of 

trump suit 

Ace of 

trump suit 

King of 

trump suit 

Queen of 

trump suit 

2 of 

black 

suit 

10 of 

black 

suit 

high 

Ace of hearts 

low 

10 of 

red 

suit 


2 of 

red 

suit

the rules 

❚ Players must always follow the suit of the person 

who played before them, if possible, unless 

they play a trump. 

❚ The leading card can only be bettered with a 

better card in the same suit or with a trump 

card. 

❚ Any trump suit card beats every non-trump 

suit card (except the ace of hearts). 

❚ The only time in which a player may choose 

not to follow trump suit is when the only trump 

card he has is the five or if he does not have 

any cards of the trump suit. A player might wish 

to save the most powerful card (the five of 

trump) if he believes that another player is saving 

another strong card, or until he believes the 

other trump cards have been exhausted so that 

he can have the advantage of leading the 

remaining tricks. The action of holding a card in 

this fashion is known as “reneging.” 

❚ Other variations allow the jack of trump and 

the ace of hearts to be similarly reneged, unless 

a better card has been laid, or if you have a 

remaining card of the played suit. 

We consulted Wikipedia for a simple version of 

this game that was easy to follow along with. 

Still, it’s a complicated card game with many 

variations that can add to the confusion. For 

more information on how to play 120s – also 

called Growl – go to: http://en.wikipedia.org/ 

wiki/Forty-fives. 

Sample play between 

two players with clubs 

called as trump: 

Player 1 to lay. Since he must match 

suit, he has to throw the eight or five. 

He can choose not to throw the five 

since it is the highest card and is best 

to hold till later to beat any of the 

opponents’ higher trump cards. 

Player 2 must throw the jack to 

match suit. If there were other players 

in this round the trick would be 

won since it is the highest card. 


how to 

make a 

grass 

whistle 

>> 

and other easy-to-create 

noise makers 

step 1 Choose a thin, flat blade of green grass that is at least as long as your hand, 

from palm to fingertip. 

step 2 Press one end of the blade of grass between the tips of your thumbs. Keeping 

your thumbs slightly bent, nip the other end of the blade of grass between the 

“heels” of your thumbs or palm. 

step 3 Slowly straighten your thumbs, while keeping hold of the grass, until the 

blade becomes taut (if you stretch it too tight, though, the grass will break). 

step 4 Purse your lips against the space between your thumbs and blow. The air 

makes the blade of grass vibrate, creating a high-pitched whistle. 

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homemade maracas 

you’ll need 

• 2 paper plates 

• Rice, popcorn kernels or small 

pebbles for noise 

• Staples or tape 

• Crayons, markers, stickers etc. 

how to 

• Decorate the bottoms of two paper 

plates with crayons, markers, stickers etc. 

(or for shiny instruments, use foil plates!) 

• In one plate, place a handful of rice, 

popcorn, pebbles or other noisemaking 

material you have handy. 

• Place the other plate over top, line up 

the plates’ edges and secure them with 

staples or tape. 

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shell shakers 

you’ll need 

• small shells • sand 

• butter tubs with lids • tape 

how to 

• Place a handful each of shells and 

sand into each butter tub. 

• Cover tubs with their lids. 

• Secure lids with a line of tape. 

kinder music surprise 

you’ll need 

• empty plastic Kinder Surprise eggshell 

• sand 

• tape 

how to 

• Fill bottom of one half-shell with sand. 

• Snap other half-shell on top. 

• Seal the eggshell seam with tape. 

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Mortgage Associate 


who needs batteries? 

self-charging gadgets for the avid outdoorsy type 

>> 

crank LED lantern 

You’ll never run out of “juice” with the Freeplay 

Kito Self-Sufficient LED Lantern. The built-in 

crank recharges the built-in Ni-MH battery – 

so you never have to replace the battery 

either. The seven ultra-bright white LEDs have a 

100,000-hour lifespan. The lantern is made of 

moulded plastic, is lightweight and splashproof, 

and is ideal for rough travel. 

wind-up radio & cell phone charger 

At just over a pound, this gizmo is more than worth its 

weight. The Grundig FR300 Wind Up Radio powers an 

AM/FM radio, a 3-LED light with emergency flash capability, 

a distress siren, NOAA weather radio channels 

(for adverse weather bulletins) and a cell phone 

charger. Wind-up action recharges the built-in Ni-MH 

battery pack. The radio can also be powered by 3 AA 

batteries, and users can buy an AC adapter and charger 

to recharge the battery pack from a wall outlet. 


quick and easy toy boat 

When you’re travelling or camping with young children you may run out of 

ways to keep them entertained. Here’s a quick project you can make with them, 

using things probably found in the car or around the campsite. 

you’ll need 

A wide plastic lid (like from a margarine tub) A drinking straw 

Construction paper (or any sturdy paper) Scissors 

A hole punch (or anything to cut a hole in paper) Crayons, markers, etc. 

A small wad of Play-Doh, Poster Putty or Sticky Tac 

how to 

1 Cut a right triangle 

from a piece of 

sturdy paper. This will 

be the sail. Decorate 

the sail with the 

crayons, stickers etc. 

2 In a straight line 

down the longest 

side of the triangle, 

punch or cut three 

holes spaced 

equally apart. 

3 Weave the 

straw through 

the holes to 

secure the 

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all about puffins 

safety in numbers There are four distinct kinds of puffin: horned, tufted, 

rhinoceros auklet and, the one commonly seen off our shores, Atlantic (our provincial 

bird). There are 12 to 15 million Atlantic puffins in the world, and more than 60 per cent 

of North America’s population nest on three islands in Witless Bay, Newfoundland. 

clowns of the sea The Atlantic puffin is very colourful with its multi-hued beak, 

orange feet and red eye markings. But in winter, its beak turns dark and the feathers 

around the eyes become grey. The colour and shape of its bill changes annually, and 

brightens again each mating season. 

all puffed up The name “puffin” is thought 

to derive from the pudgy chicks or the aggressive territorial 

behaviour displayed when a male puffs up his body. 

The bird’s scientific name is Fratercula Arctica. 

bye-bye birdie Puffins produce one egg per 

year. Both parents take turns incubating it under 

their wings. When the chick matures, the parents 

lure it out of the burrow at night. If it gets to the 

water before sunrise, it’s left on its own and will not 

return to land again for five years. 

perception deception 

Atlantic puffins are camouflaged from predators both 

above and below. When a whale looks up at a puffin 

floating on the ocean, the bird’s white breast blends in 

with the sky. From above, its black head and back blends 

in with the surface of the water. 

annual 

reunions 

underwater flyer In the air, puffins can 

reach speeds of up to 88 km/h flapping their wings 

400 times a minute. Underwater they swim much the 

same way, flapping their wings and using their feet like rudders. 

And they’ve been known to dive as far down as 18 

metres or 600 feet. 

Puffins are solitary birds that congregate 

in small numbers at sea. 

They only return to land when they 

are ready to mate, returning to the 

same mate and nest every year. 

a short story 

Contrary to popular belief, puffins are actually 

tiny birds. An adult puffin only stands 

18 cm (7 inches) tall and weighs about 500 

grams, similar to a can of soda.

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all about moose 

go forth and multiply Every one of the 125,000 or so moose 

on the island of Newfoundland descended from two cows and two bulls that were 

introduced into Howley from New Brunswick in 1904. 

the man behind 

the moose 

Bullwinkle Moose, the famed sidekick 

from the 1960s cartoon, The 

Rocky and Bullwinkle Show, was the 

real name of a Pennsylvania farmer. 

The ABC series was inspired by Mr. 

Moose, a close friend of one of the 

show’s producers. 

forget element 

of surprise 

With huge ears that swivel 360 

degrees, it’s no wonder moose can 

hear a human voice more than a mile 

away. On top of that, their eyes move 

independently of each other; they can 

look both ways at the same time! 

down in front 

The front legs of a 

moose are actually 

longer than its back 

ones. Moose that stop 

to drink from a lake 

often kneel on their front 

legs in order to reach 

the water. 

it’s a male 

thing 

The antlers, only found on bull 

moose, appear during their first spring as two tiny 

buds. It takes only one summer for antlers to form, 

and their diameter near the head grows as the 

moose ages. The males shed them every winter. 

chin skin 

The flap of skin under a 

moose’s chin has been 

called a bell, a bag 

and a dewlap. Whatever 

the name, it can 

grow to a metre long 

and during mating season, 

males cover it in 

urine-soaked mud to 

attract females. 

what goes down, 

must come up A moose has 

a four-chambered stomach. It swallows 

food without chewing, lets it mix 

in one chamber, turns it to pulp in 

another, then regurgitates it as cud 

and chews it approximately 82 times 

before redigestion.

all about whales 

found around our coast 

More than 20 species of whales inhabit 

the waters around the coast of Newfoundland 

and Labrador. Of those, here are the 

species most commonly spotted by whale 

watchers: humpback whale (about 40 feet 

long), minke whale (26 feet long), pothead 

“pilot” whale (22 feet long), fin 

whale (78 feet long), sperm whale (49 

feet long), blue whale (80 feet long), orca 

“killer” whale (31 feet long), white-beaked 

dolphin (nine feet long), white-sided dolphin 

(nine feet long) and the harbour porpoise 

(five feet long). 

like peas in a pod 

Many whale species are social creatures, 

often travelling together in groups 

called “pods.” An orca (killer) whale 

may travel in the same pod its entire 

life, surrounded by many generations of 

its own family. 

very brainy 

Sperm whales, though not the largest 

whale species, have the largest 

brains of any mammal. Weighing in 

at about 20 lbs, a sperm whale’s 

brain makes the 3-lb human brain 

look pretty insignificant. 

just a bad rap 

Killer (also called “orca”) whales are often feared by 

virtue of their deadly name. The truth is killer whales 

are very social creatures that tend to enjoy the 

company of people – and they are often easily 

trained in captivity. They likely got the name 

“killer” because of their reputation as deadly 

hunters of sea creatures, including sea lions, seals 

and even other whales. 


Tracy Coady photo

all about black bears 

no picky eaters here 

Black bears are omnivores. They’ll eat everything 

from insects to small mammals (like mice and squirrels), 

plants, fish and birds. They’re often found digging 

around dump sites, looking for a meal among 

the garbage. 

not just black 

In eastern North America, black bears are most 

often – as the name would suggest – black in 

colour. Moving west, however, the name “black 

bear” becomes less appropriate. They are often 

found in various shades of brown, blond, blue-black 

and albino (white with red eyes and nose). There are 

non-albino white black bears, but they are rare 

and mainly exist in British Columbia. 

tiny cubs, big bears 

Weighing a pound – or less – at birth, newborn 

cubs are more like kittens than bears. But these tiny 

animals pack on the pounds as they age. On average, 

full-grown black bears weigh 100 - 600 lbs. 

One abnormally large black bear, discovered in 

North Carolina, USA, tipped the scales at 880 lbs. 

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During the first 18 months of its 

life, a black bear cub is under 

the constant care of its doting 

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approaches its second year, 

however, the mother is ready to 

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all about 

snowshoe hares 

catch me if you can 

When they need to, snowshoe hares can 

move with lightning speed, able to clear 

10 feet in a single bound, and travel at 

speeds of about 45 km/h. It’s a good 

thing, too. Snowshoe hares have a long list 

of predators, including the lynx, fox, coyote 

and great-horned owl. While your everyday 

rabbit might seek refuge from predators 

by hiding underground, the snowshoe 

hare makes a run for it. To support this 

capacity for speed, the snowshoe hare is 

equipped with an abnormally large heart. 

growing up fast 

Unlike many mammals, the snowshoe hare is born 

fully developed, with fur and wide-open eyes. Offspring 

require nursing only once daily and are 

weaned at three to four weeks of age. By five 

months old, snowshoe hares are fully grown. 

the ultimate form of recycling. A diet that consists 

of mainly wood fibre (twigs, bark of aspen, maple, willow 

and evergreen trees) means the snowshoe hare 

must put in extra effort to absorb nutrients from its food. 

So that means – you guessed it – eating its droppings 

to extract nutrients missed the first time through. 

busy moms 

and big love 

Typically, a female will give birth to 

four litters per year (in spring and 

summer), each containing up to nine 

young. The gestation period is (mercifully) 

just 36 days long. One day 

after giving birth, however, the female 

is ready to breed once again, and 

does so with several males. 

changing colours 

The fur on snowshoe hares 

living in colder climates 

changes colour with the 

seasons, camouflaging 

them from predators. In 

summer they are rusty 

brown with a white underside, 

which blends in well 

with its forest surroundings. 

During the colder months, 

their coats become stark 

white, blending in with the 

snow. In humid areas, 

where snow is infrequent, 

snowshoe hares keep their 

“summer look” year-round. 


all about trout 

found in newfoundland and labrador Two types of trout exist in this 

province. They are rainbow trout and brown trout. Both species were introduced to the 

province. Also found here are brook trout and lake trout – but these aren’t considered 

“true trout.” They are members of the char family. 

a struggle to survive Females lay hundreds to thousands of eggs (depending 

on body size), which are fertilized by the sperm (or milt) of the adult male. From the 

minute the eggs are laid, however, they are in danger of being eaten by other fish; 

only about one in 100 eggs survives. 

their own worst enemies A trout’s diet consists of a variety of creatures 

including insects, aquatic worms, leeches, small rodents and snails. And, once trout 

reach a commanding size, they may turn on each other, eating smaller members of 

their own species. 

the ones that didn’t get away 

The world-record rainbow trout, weighing in at 43 lbs, 

was caught in Saskatchewan in 2007 by Adam and 

Sean Konrad, identical twins who call themselves 

“The Fishing Geeks.” Trouting enthusiasts in Newfoundland 

and Labrador have catches worth bragging 

about, too. Allan Cumby, for instance, caught a 

34-lb trout last year at Churchill Falls (pictured right.) 


who lived in these shells? 

>> a science lesson for beachcombers 

blue mussel 

The reason why you find mussel shells wide open (if the two 

sides are attached at all) is because an open shell signifies 

the muscle inside is dead and gone. A live mussel 

has one muscle (the part we eat) that works to keep 

the shell closed. More facts about the mussel: 

❚ It’s a member of the mollusca family. 

❚ It has a bivalve system to circulate food 

and oxygen throughout its body. 

❚ Tiny hairy threads reach out through the shell 

to secure the mussel to rocks and help it resist the tide’s pull. 

waved whelk 

Sometimes you find these suctioned to the 

rocks in small pools of water after the tide 

goes out. Most often you’ll find them 

washed up on the beach without their 

snails – but sometimes with a hermit crab 

living inside. Here are some other facts: 

❚ This is a single-shelled mollusk, 

or gastropod. 

❚ The whelk uses a foot attached to its 

belly to move along and to suction 

itself in one place. 

❚ It lives off pieces of fish found on the 

ocean floor. A radula (like a tooth) is 

used to “chew” its food. 

did you know? 

An easy and chemical-free way to keep slugs 

and snails from eating up your prized outdoor 

plants is to spread crushed shells on 

the ground around them. 

periwinkle 

Locally called “wrinkles,” these are 

found in several colours – pink or 

peach, white, brown or tan – and often 

several shades create stripes on a single 

shell. The periwinkle has a lot in 

common with the Waved Whelk: 

❚ It is a gastropod. 

❚ It uses a single foot to get around. 

❚ It eats algae and gets eaten by 

sea stars (“starfish”).

Cathy Murphy photo 

how to avoid a 

moose-vehicle collision 

In Newfoundland and Labrador, around 700 moose-vehicle accidents occur annually, 

many resulting in injury and death. Collisions are most prevalent in the 

months of June, July and August, the same time many families and tourists travel 

over our province’s highways. Here are some important tips for avoiding moosevehicle 

collisions: 

❚ Always have headlights on high beam 

when driving at night, unless approaching 

or over-taking other vehicles. 

❚ Keep your windshield and headlights 

clean for greatest visability. 

❚ When you see a moose-crossing warning 

sign, you are entering a section of road 

where significantly more moose-vehicle 

collisions occur. Slow down and proceed 

with caution. 

❚ Scan both sides of the road as far ahead 

as possible. 

❚ Make sure the road ahead is your primary 

concern. Don’t become so caught up 

in loud music or conversations with passengers 

that you become distracted. And 

never talk on a cell phone while driving. 

Be especially vigilant when driving at night 

because this is when most moose-vehicle 

collisions occur. 

❚ If you have a wildlife whistle attached to 

your vehicle, do not develop a false sense 

of security. There is no scientific evidence 

to support its effectiveness. 

❚ Be on alert if you see another vehicle 

slowing down or stopping ahead of you 

(or an oncoming car flashes its high beams 

at you). It’s possible the other driver has 

seen a moose. 

❚ Slow down and use extreme caution if 

you see a moose. Even if a moose is standing 

calmly at the side of the highway, it 

could unexpectedly run directly into the 

path of your car at the last minute. Stop 

and wait until it has crossed the road or 

returned to the forest, and be sure to check 

for other moose following close behind. 

❚ If a collision is unavoidable, brake firmly 

and try not to swerve. Swerving could 

cause you to lose control of your vehicle 

or cause a more serious collision with 

other traffic. Sound your horn to frighten 

the moose away. 

❚ Wear your seatbelt at all times and 

ensure that children in the vehicle have 

properly fastened seatbelts or are in properly 

installed car seats. Failing to buckle 

up makes you eight times more likely to 

receive serious injuries or be killed in a 

vehicle collision. 


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rv dumping stations 

NOTE: Along with the following sites, 

there are dumping services at most 

campgrounds for a fee (but free to its 

campers). Provincial parks also provide 

free dumping to holders of visitor passes, 

available for an annual fee of $20. 

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labrador 

LABRADOR CITY Humphrey Road off 

Avalon Drive. Free dumping – nonpotable 

water 

HAPPY VALLEY-GOOSE BAY Ottawa 

Street off Hamilton River Road. Free 

dumping – potable water 

PORT HOPE SIMPSON Bayview RV Park, 

Pioneer Street at Riverview Road. $5 

dumping, free to overnight campers – 

potable water 

WEST ST. MODESTE Oceanview Resort & 

RV Park. Route 510. $5 dumping, free to 

overnight campers – potable water 

L’ANSE-AU-CLAIR Northern Light Inn & RV 

Park, Route 510. $10 dumping, free to 

overnight campers – potable water

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11 

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PORT AUX BASQUES End of Hopedale 

Avenue off Grand Bay West Road. 

Free dumping – potable water 

STEPHENVILLE Kin Court off West 

Street, near Queen Street. Free dumping 

– non-potable water 

CORNER BROOK Visitor’s Information 

Centre, Confederation Drive. Free 

dumping 

CORNER BROOK Kinsmen Prince 

Edward Park, 2 kms from the start of 

Route 440. Free dumping – potable 

water 

DEER LAKE Lakeside Drive off 

Nicholsville Road. Free dumping – 

potable water 

ST. BARBE Town of St. Barbe RV Park, 

across from ferry ticket office. $7 

dumping, free to overnight campers – 

non-potable water 

central 

BAIE VERTE Highway 410 beside visitor 

information centre. Free dumping – 

potable water 

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SPRINGDALE Industrial Park Road 

off Route 390. Free dumping – 

potable water 

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GRAND FALLS-WINDSOR 

E & G Irving, 46 Hardy Ave. 

$5 dumping, free with gas 

fill-up – potable water 

GANDER Gander North 

Atlantic, 100 Trans-Canada 

Highway. $5 dumping, free 

with gas fill-up – potable water 

TWILLINGATE Rink Road off Route 340, 

beside George Hawkins Arena. Free 

dumping – potable water 

ST. ALBAN’S Main Street beside fire 

hall. Free dumping – potable water 

east 

BONAVISTA Sunset Lounge, Cape 

Shore Road. $10 dumping – potable 

water 

CLARENVILLE Blundon’s Ultramar, Random 

Square Mall. $5 dumping, free 

with gas fill-up – potable water 

GRAND BANK Route 210 north of 

Granny’s Motor Inn. Free dumping – 

potable water 

MARYSTOWN Behind tourism information 

chalet on Route 210, across from 

Wal-mart. Free dumping – potable 

water available at front of chalet 

PLACENTIA North Atlantic Gas Bar & 

Convenience, 50 Blockhouse Road at 

shopping mall. $5 dumping – potable 

water 

BAY ROBERTS Bartlett’s Irving, 278 

Main Highway. $5 dumping, free with 

gas fill-up – potable water 

MOUNT PEARL Canadian Tire, Merchant 

Drive off Ruby Line. Free dumping 

– non-potable water

v propane outlets 

Never be stuck on the open road without propane again! Below is 

a list of convenient propane outlets. NOTE: Because some outlets 

have only a limited number of licensed propane dispensers on 

staff, it is recommended that you call ahead to confirm that 

someone is on duty. 

labrador 

Cartwright 

Cartwright Hotel, Airport Road 

Tel. 709-938-7414 

west 

Stephenville 

Slaney’s Plumbing & Heating, 23 Main Street 

Tel. 709-643-3012 

Pasadena 

Shears Building Supplies, Main Street 

Tel. 709-686-2670 

Deer Lake 

Premier Enterprises, 67 Old Bonne Bay Road 

Tel. 709-635-2671 

Rocky Harbour 

West Link Investments, West Link Road 

Tel. 709-458-2830 

Port Saunders 

House’s Services Ltd., Main Road 

Tel. 709-861-3481 

St. Anthony 

W. Bryant Shears Ltd., 8 North Street 

Tel. 709-454-3414 

central 

Baie Verte 

Hutching Sales & Service, Route 410 

Tel. 709-532-4062 

Springdale 

Normore’s Heating Services, 76 Little Bay 

Road 

Tel. 709-673-3128 

Bishop’s Falls 

Glen’s Ultramar, 310 Main Street 

Tel. 709-258-5694 

Campbellton 

Kanes, 287 Road to the 

Isles (Route 440) 

Tel. 709-261-2115 

Fogo 

Cadabra Enterprises Ltd, 

65 Main Street 

Tel. 709-266-2419 

Gander 

H & B Enterprises, 106 Trans-Canada Highway 

Tel. 709-256-8678 

Hare Bay 

Davis Motors, 48 Main Street 

Tel. 709-537-2156 

east 

Placentia 

North Atlantic Gas Bar & Convenience, 50 

Blockhouse Road at Shopping Mall 

Tel. 709-227-3019 

Carbonear 

Pitcher’s Western Petroleum, 841 Powell Drive 

Tel. 709-596-0166 

Mount Pearl 

Canadian Tire, Merchant Drive off Ruby Line 

Tel. 709-364-5880 

Mount Pearl 

Triple C Car Wash, 66 Old Placentia Road 

Tel. 709-368-9274 

St. John’s 

Superior Propane, 287 Kenmount Road 

Tel. 709-726-1780 

Bay Bulls 

Cranes Junction Ltd, 1 Witless Bay Line 

Tel. 709-334-2327

tips for water 

conservation 

Water usage doubles during the summer in most municipalities, 

partly due to lawn and garden needs and recreational 

pursuits – but mostly due to wastefulness. Our 

cities and towns do not have an endless supply of water, 

so citizens should always be mindful of how much 

they’re using and note ways to cut back. With common 

sense and a little creativity, you can maintain a healthy 

garden and have fun cooling off this summer, without 

wasting our most precious natural resource. 

❚ Reuse water. When you clean out your fish tank, use the old 

water on your lawn. If you use biodegradable detergent, pour 

the dishwater over your grass and plants rather than down the 

drain. Collect rainwater in a barrel or bucket 

and use only that to water the garden 

between rainy days. 

❚ When washing your vehicle, use a bucket of 

soapy water and a sponge instead of a running 

hose. Any leftover water can be reused in the 

garden. 

❚ If you use a lawn sprinkler, choose a setting that 

delivers large water droplets close to the ground. 

Mist shooting into the air will evaporate before it 

even reaches the lawn. To avoid forgetting about the 

sprinkler, set a timer to go off when your lawn has 

been sufficiently watered. 

❚ Use a broom, not a water hose, to clear debris 

from your driveway or the sidewalk. 

❚ If you have a backyard pool, conserve water by covering it when it isn’t in use 

(reduce water loss by evaporation). And only fill it to 20 cm from the top, preventing 

excess water from being splashed out of the pool. 

❚ When starting a garden, select plants that require less water, such as those native to 

your region. Or contact your local gardener to find out about plants that are droughtresistant 

and will thrive in your area. 

❚ Water the yard early in the morning when the temperature is cooler, causing less 

evaporation. And don’t water at all on windy days. 

❚ Don’t cut your grass too short. Raising your lawn mower blade to at least three 

inches will provide natural shade for roots and keep soil moist for longer.

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