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EVANGELINE TRAIL, NS

      FREE AND FUN

Annapolis Tidal Station

 

The Annapolis Tidal station is one of the few tidal power plants in the world - and the only one in North America! In operation since 1984, the plant can generate up to 20 megawatts of electricity based solely on the tides. You can learn the processes behind electricity generation at the plant on a seasonal basis. The Interpretive Center is open from May to October, and offers free admission!

 

Photo credit to: https://tethys.pnnl.gov

 

 

Go Hiking

 

Nova Scotia is full of wonderful hiking trails. Here are a few you will find in the area:

 

Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail

Balancing rock trail

Cape Split

 

Photo credit to: https://www.google.ca/

Learn about Military Aviation

 

At the Greenwood Military Aviation Museum, you can learn all about it's hereos and their stories through permanent and temporary exhibits. Access to the museum is free, but donations are welcomed. 

 

http://www.gmam.ca/information.html

Smugglers Cove 

 

Smugglers Cove is a Park in Nova Scotia that overlooks a cove and cave. The park gets its name because it was a popular location for liquor smuggling during prohibition in the 1920s! Today, the coves and caves can be reached during low tide, but are inaccessable during high tide. 

 

http://www.novascotia.com

Cape Forchu Lighthouse

 

The Cape Forchu Lighthouse and it's surrounding area have been a popular tourist destination for years. Here you will find Leif Ericsson Park, a gift shop, a tea room, sandy beaches, and beautiful sunsets. Guided walking tours are also available.

 

http://www.capeforchulight.com

Bay of Fundy

 

The Bay of Fundy is a long ocean bay that stretches from Nova Scotia to New Brunswick. The Bay stretches 170 miles in length and is home to the highest tides in the world!

 

Aside from breathtaking scenery and amazing natural phenomena, the Bay of Fundy also offers hiking trails, whale watching, historical sites, and more!

 

Photo credit to: http://www.bayoffundy.com

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