Visiting New Brunswick on Your Next Road Trip
New Brunswick is the westernmost Atlantic province and is connected to continental Canada. The Bay of Fundy, on the province’s southeast shore, is a tidal wonder, and separates New Brunswick from Nova Scotia. Some of the world’s biggest tides have been recorded in the bay and, as such, the waters have gained something of a dangerous reputation. And deservedly so, since the tides here move exceptionally quick. Visitors should acquire a local tide timetable, readily available throughout the area, to keep tabs on the water action. And book your campsites at New Brunswick campgrounds and New Brunswick RV camping resorts in advance, just in case they fill up, particularly in high season.
While the northern edges of the New Brunswick side of the bay are somewhat hard to get to, Fundy National Park offers plenty of access to these rocky shores. This remarkable shoreline plays host to lush evergreen forests towering over the rocky cliffs. Point Wolfe is probably the best area for wildlife viewing as the impressive tide recedes to reveal rocky coastline alive with sea creatures of all shapes and sizes. Nearby at the Hopewell Cape, large sandstone carvings climb out of these frigid waters. These impressive formations resemble giant Easter Island sculptures, although there is no mystery as to how or why these tree-topped formations came to be.
From the town of Fredericton, near the south-central area of the province, take Highway 8 as it slowly meanders north through the rolling hills and fertile landscape of the Miramichi Valley. As the roadway approaches the northern shores of New Brunswick, the valley witnesses the convergence of two major rivers, the Southwest Miramichi and the Little Southwest Miramichi. This area is widely regarded for some of the best salmon fishing in all of Canada, a country that knows a thing or two about big fish.
For those seeking a more peaceful respite, the Acadian Shore offers quiet sandy beaches. Lots of New Brunswick campgrounds and New Brunswick RV camping resorts line the area. Located along New Brunswick’s northeast shore, the beaches here delight with unusually warm water for this part of the globe. Due mainly to the shallow waters of the Northumberland Strait, which laps its shores, these waters regularly reach 70 degrees during the summer months. And you thought Canada was just for snowshoes? The Kouchibouguac National Park shares these same shores, further rewarding visitors with a varied landscape of bogs, dunes, forest, and of course, more sandy beaches.
Destination New Brunswick – Canada
New Brunswick is one of the four Atlantic provinces of Canada adjoined by Quebec and the New England States to the west, Nova Scotia to the south and Prince Edward Island to the east via the Confederation Bridge. New Brunswick is Canada’s only official bilingual Province. There are 5 scenic trails throughout the Province.
Swim in the warmest salt water North of Virginia and enjoy the sandy beaches. Forests cover approximately 85 percent of the land in New Brunswick. Wherever you go, new adventures and experiences are around every corner.
One of its well known natural features is the Bay of Fundy, which it shares with Nova Scotia. Fundy National Park is a Geologists wonderland and has recently been nominated for one of the 7 natural wonders of the world to be determined in 2012.
The Capital of New Brunswick, Fredericton is a historic and cultural centre with Victorian architecture, museums, art galleries, and live entertainment. There are more than 20 attractions in the downtown core.
Just down the road between Fredericton and Saint John nestled in a majestic setting in the St. John River valley, Kings Landing Historical Settlement depicts one hundred years of transformation from a young colony into a vibrant nation. Ride one of the horse pulled wagons, witness the bustle of farm life, and learn how ordinary people lived and worked in the 19th century.
This animated settlement offers over 70 historic buildings, complete with artifacts, furniture, tools and equipment. The history is real, the stories you hear are true. Staff are passionate and immersed in the 19th century to provide you, the visitor, with an authentic visit to New Brunswick of the 1800s. Top it off with a meal at the Kings Head Inn settlement style accompanied by musical entertainment from the period.
Saint John hosts Canada’s oldest museum featuring the Changing Earth Geology Gallery, a tidal exhibit and the Hall of the Great Whales and Birds of New Brunswick. A gallery on Wind, Wood and Sail depicts the thriving shipbuilding industry during the 1800′s.
Hopewell Cape is the site of the Hopewell Rocks, a world-famous geological formation known as the “flowerpot” rocks. The beach is part of the Rocks Provincial Park, where the world’s highest tides have eroded the sandstone along the shore leaving these tall pillars of stone known as the flowerpots standing on the beach with trees and soil on top. At low tide you can walk the shore among the rocks at high tide they can be viewed from above. Either way they are a sight to see.
Witness the world’s highest tides, where 100 billion tons of water rise and fall twice a day. The Bay of Fundy tides of the Tidal bore as it is known causes the St. John River to change its directional flow as they rise and fall.
Moncton is close to many of the province’s attractions, including the Tidal Bore and Magnetic Hill.
On the eastern shore the Acadian culture is live and well. Pays de la Sagouineoffers a full day of activities celebrating Acadian history. This animated village acrossthe footbridge will take you to l’Île-aux-Puces. There you can then visit La cuisine à Mathilda, where you can learn to cook a variety of Acadian meals. Visit the house of La Sagouine where Les Chicaneuses have many tales to tell. Continuing on, La Boucanerie will show you a variety of fishing trades and you can even taste smoked herring.
Still in the village onward to the Phare à Gapi, a place full of legends! Music lovers can learn to play a variety of instruments in La cabane des T’chuillères. Visit the artists working in the Apent des artistes. Stop at the Shack des clairvoyants where many mysteries of the future may be revealed… and don’t forget to stop for a relaxing drink at the Bootleggeux while listening to monologues and music. Children can enjoy La cachette à Radi where there are fun and games all day.
The Shediac Lobster Festival the 1st week in July is an annual event that draws visitors from afar. Don’t miss the Lobster eating contest the highlight of the festival and fun for all.
New Brunswick has much to offer the tourist including many adventure activities not mentioned here.
Hidden Treasure in New Jersey – Six Areas to Search
Have you ever dreamed of searching for hidden treasure but your not sure where to begin? If you live in New Jersey, this article will give you a good start.
New Jersey has many lost treasures. But to find them there are a few things you need to do. One is to do more research on the stories below, and second, if you do not own a metal detector, you should purchase one. More on that in a minute. First, I’ll explain what kind of research you need to do.
The more information you have regarding any treasure, the better your chance of locating one. I spend hours researching treasure leads. Some times I put more time into the research than I do in the field searching.
A good place to begin your research is the Internet. Sometimes you can pick up bits and pieces from the search engines regarding your treasure. Next, visit the historical societies of the area you want to search in, you may be able to find more information. Read through old newspapers and magazines they usually have on hand. Ask the people working at the historical society if they know anything. You’ll be surprised at what kind of information you can gather and use in your search for hidden treasure.
Second, if you do not own a detector, but are thinking of purchasing one, do not spend more that $450. You don’t need a detector with all of the bells and whistles. The detector I use cost very little, and I have been treasure hunting for thirty-five years.
Just be sure you read and understand the owners manual. If you do, you will be rewarded with finding coins, jewelry, relics, and maybe a buried treasure. The lost treasures are out there, and anyone can locate them.
Here are six areas to begin your search for lost treasures in New Jersey.
Baylor Massacre – This is an area where the British massacred a large number of Americans in 1778. It is located on the Hackensack River, on route 53, between routes 116, and 90. The British destroyed many homes and farms in this area. Get permission to search around, you may find some old and interesting artifacts. Often times, the inhabitants buried their possessions before an impending attack.
Bound Brook is located on the Raritan River. In 1777, British troops, and Patriots, fought here. Large amounts of military goods from both sides were buried
somewhere in the area.
Hopewell is located on route 518, in Mercer County. In 1778, British troops were guarding a wagon carrying more than 100,000 pounds, of gold and silver coins. The troops were attacked by Patriots, all of the British were killed. The Patriots buried the money, and then were attacked by British reinforcements, they were also killed. Now the treasure remains hidden.
Sandy Hook is located at New York’s Lower Bay. Throughout the centuries, hundreds of ships were wrecked here. Millions of dollars of treasures and artifacts were thrown up onto the beaches.
Cape May is located at the southern tip of the State. This was another area where treasure laden ships wrecked just of the beaches. Treasures and artifacts wash up on to the beaches yearly.
Little and Big Egg Harbor is located north of Atlantic City. Gold and silver coins have been located on the beaches. Most likely from the many Spanish ship wrecks during past centuries.
It is important that you always ask for permission when entering private property. If you are going on to State or Federal Land, in search for lost treasure, be sure to check with your State laws about any digging.
Good luck in your search for hidden treasure.
© Frank W. Pandozzi