Category Archives: Recreation

Fire-scarred white pines are a reminder that it’s Fire Season – especially in the Backlands 19May202

Contributed by David Patriquin On the last weekend in April, I participated in two walks in the Backlands in which we encountered fire-scarred white pines. The first was on a birding walk with Fulton Lavender in the Shaw Wilderness Park. … Continue reading

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Trout stocking of Williams Lake on May 30, 2023

Received today: “Trout Stocking of Williams Lake Cunard Pond Beach and Wyndrock Dr. May 30 at 10:00 a.m Williams Lake is a popular recreational sport fishing area.  The trout-truck from McGowan Lake Fish Hatchery will arrive at HRM’s Cunard Pond Beach … Continue reading

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MRWA to add 16 km of new trails in Backlands 19Apr2023

From  McIntosh Run Watershed Association (MRWA) Press Release HALIFAX (Kjipuktuk), March 28, 2023 — The McIntosh Run Watershed Association (MRWA) is expanding the McIntosh Run trail system and will be adding 16 km of new backcountry singletrack trails to the … Continue reading

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It’s a a great time to view Jack Pine-Crowberry Barrens & Whalebacks on the Osprey Trail 27Oct2022

Mid fall, when the huckleberry leaves turn fire engine just before finally being shed, is a great time to visit our Jack Pine-Crowberry Barrens.  We are past the peak of it now, especially with recent heavy winds and rains, but … Continue reading

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