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In the former Customs building, the museum's exhibits focus on the fishery, early aviation, period furniture, photography, the history of Harbour Grace, including the fires which devastated the town.
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Lawrence Coughlan born in Limerick, Ireland in 1740, the first Methodist preacher to came to Harbour Grace, Newfoundland in 1765. A monument dedicated to him stands near the Coughlan United Church.
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Walking trail up George Cove Mountain - 15 to 20 minute hike up hill. Beautiful view from the top - well worth the climb.
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Archaeologists are uncovering the original 1610 plantation site, the oldest English colony in Canada. Artifacts are found daily, such as stoneware, clay pipes and 17th century glass.
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This giant Union Jack is a replica of the second largest flag in the British Empire flown in Cupids in 1910 for the tercentenary of Cupids founding.
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Engaging exhibits and interactive technologies allow exploration of the birthplace of English Canada and 400 year evolution of Newfoundland and Labrador Culture.
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One of Newfoundland's earliest Methodist churches, built in 1875 and still in operation. Contains original pipe organ installed in 1900, original bell in tower.
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Registered Newfoundland and Labrador Heritage Site, Heritage Fishing Stage constructed around 1905, used by the fishermen for years. Artifacts displayed are original items used by the early fishermen.
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Maritime Archaic and Dorset Eskimo archaeological artifacts. View the Dildo and Area Interpretation Centre.
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The oldest house in Arnold's Cove was built in Haystack, Placentia Bay, and floated to its present location in the 1970s where it is now a community museum.
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A lot of history dating back to 1800. A salt box house built in 1830 for use as a winter home became a booming business for lumber & building boats for the Labrador fishery.
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Trail, hay and pony rides, kiddies train ride, mini golf, bounce-about-castle, birthday party house.
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A 540-km wilderness coastal hiking and walking trail that traces the eastern edge of the Avalon Peninsula from Topsail Beach to Trepassey passing directly through our capital city, St. John's. Entry points exist in all communities along the trail, 265-km of which is fully developed. Guidebooks and detailed map sets can be purchased from the association office or through the website. Family and life memberships are fully tax receipted and help develop and maintain the trail. Snowshoes and skis are frequently used on and around the trail paths throughout the winter.
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7-km trail between Witless Bay and Mobile. Allow 2-3 hours. Easy. Attractions include beach-combing on pebble beaches, picnicking, whale and seabird watching.
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11.6-km trail between Kingman's Cove and Renews. Allow 4-6 hours. Moderate. Attractions include shipwreck, abandoned community, birdwatching, lighthouse, eagles, berry picking, colonial gun battery, grotto, museum.
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7.3-km. Allow 2-4 hours. This is a moderate hike featuring berry picking grounds, overview of Pouch Cove, water fall at Freshwater and views of off shore islands inclding Baccalieu Island.
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3.7-km, 1 - 2 hour, easy to moderate hike between Blackhead and Cape Bay. Attractions en route include sea caves, whales, seabirds, a World War II dummy fort, the lightkeeper's garden and berry picking.
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6.5-km trail between Brigus South and Admiral's Cove. Allow 2-4 hours. Moderate. Attractions include beaches, good views, high cliff walking, abandoned settlement, meadows.
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18.3-km trail between Cape Broyle and Calvert. Allow 6-10 hours. Difficult/strenuous. Attractions include sea kayaking nearby, sea arch, great coastal views, sea caves, waterfowl, Devil's Staircase, meadows, abandoned community, offshore islands.
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11.5-km, 4-6 hour moderate hike between Cape Spear and Maddox Cove. From the easternmost point in North America the trail follows the coast southward. Attractions along the way include a World War II coastal defence battery, whales, seabirds, a bakeapple bog and the abandoned hamet of Staffordside.
Watch Chris explain the word duckish. Here’s a hint: it has nothing to do with ducks. Or maybe it does?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YN0u8DjBIk&feature=youtu.be
