Nine miles from Normal- the website states. battleharbour.com https://videopress.com/v/fYbO6kxB?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true After a scenic 9 mile boat ride from Mary's Harbour, we come through the narrows into Battle Harbour.The engine of the Trinity Pride revs as the captain manoeuvres her up alongside the wharf. The ropes get tossed over the side and once she is secured her... Continue Reading →
The Red Bay Basque whaling station, established by Basque Mariners in the 16th century, provides the earliest, most complete and best-preserved testimony of the European whaling traditions. It became a major source of whale oil, which was shipped to Europe, where it was used for lighting. The site includes remains of rendering ovens, cooperages, wharves,... Continue Reading →
Red Bay 51.735414-56.446472 If I have learned anything on this trip, it is that Newfoundlanders love look-offs and will put forth a herculean effort to give the public access to them, as I experienced with the dare-devil trail in St Anthony. This trail is another example. It is 1:00 pm, another perfect afternoon, with a... Continue Reading →
PinwareRed Bay Because I camped for free near the L'Anse Armour lighthouse the previous evening, I didn't stay at the Pinware River Provincial Park as I had originally planned. That didn't mean this morning I couldn't use my park pass to stop and complete some personal hygiene before going on to Red Bay. With a... Continue Reading →
L'Anse-au-Clair 51°25'13.9"N 57°06'30.6"W In my own defense, I had no idea there was such a high demand to cross over to Labrador from the Island until I arrived at the ferry terminal in St Barbe. I carry on a very polite and submissive interaction with the attendant at the counter. She is stretched thin, juggling... Continue Reading →
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