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💚Highlighting Nova Scotia's most valuable assets since 2009. 📍Trail Maps, Guides & Virtual Tours: www.halifaxtrails.ca

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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 26/09/2026
Musquodoboit Trailway map, guide & interactive 360° virtual tour: www.halifaxtrails.ca/musquodoboit...
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Musquodoboit Trailway: NS’s Best Mix of Easy Path & Rugged Wild 🌲🚲
Adventure for all! 🥾 Get maps, 360° tours & tips for the Musquodoboit Trailway. A flat 15km rail-trail with access to spectacular wilderness ridge hikes. 🏔️✨
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 26/09/2026
🍂🚴‍♂️ Just dropped a new video showcasing a colourful Autumn ride along one of #NovaScotia's best rail trails. Watch the full 4k edit below and check out my detailed trail guide to plan your own fall ride. #AutumnVibes #RailsToTrails #HalifaxTrails youtu.be/wamNuRC8Gd4?...
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Autumn on the Musquodoboit Trailway in 4k | HalifaxTrails.ca
Experience the vibrant fall foliage on the Musquodoboit Trailway. This multi-use rail-trail offers one of the best ways to take in Nova Scotia's autumn colours, winding through dense forests and…
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 18/09/2026
The Blue Mountain-Birch Cove Lakes Wilderness area has some of the best hiking in the province, just 20 minutes from downtown #Halifax. 🗺️ www.halifaxtrails.ca/charlies-lak... 📝 Register for a free guided hike of Charlies Lake Saturday, Sep 19: forms.gle/2GUt9YNXHj9V...
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Charlie’s Lake: A Rugged Wilderness Escape in Halifax 🌲
Find the best view near Kearney Lake! 🥾 Maps, 360° tour & parking tips for the Charlie's Lake loop. Explore granite ridges & hidden lake lookouts. ⛰️✨
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Halifax Regional Municipality @hfxgov.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Join the Halifax Regional Municipality for the Annual Community Bike Ride on Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Captain William Spry Community Centre. After the ride, stick around for a BBQ, bike maintenance, cycling resources and more. For more information about cycling: halifax.ca/your-trip
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Halifax Examiner @halifaxexaminer.ca · 17/09/2026
Environmental activist receives award posthumously to honour his work protecting proposed Ingram River Wilderness Area By @mmughees.bsky.social
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Environmental activist receives award posthumously to honour his work protecting proposed Ingram River Wilderness Area - Halifax Examiner
Eben Fry of the Ingram Action Group was named the Danielle Moore Sunshine Award recipient during the Ecology Action Centre's annual general meeting Tuesday.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 16/09/2026
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Beavers euthanized at Halifax area lake upsets resident #shorts
Some residents of Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia, are angry that a pair of beavers were removed from a nearby lake and euthanized last month because they were building a dam that municipal officials…
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 15/09/2026
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Hemlock Ravine: Halifax’s Secret Old-Growth Forest 🌲💚
Step into the past! 🥾 Map, 360° tour & parking tips for Hemlock Ravine. A serene walk by Julie’s Pond & some of the city's oldest trees. 💚
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 15/09/2026
🍂Check out some of my favourite Fall photos from local #NovaScotia parks, trails & wilderness areas: 📸 multimedia.halifaxtrails.ca/photos/fall-...
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 15/09/2026
Unfortunately, haven't been on it since they finished the widening.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 12/09/2026
🌳🥾 Explore deep-woods trails with towering trees in this collection of #HikingTrails near #Halifax, #NovaScotia. Maps, guides & interactive 360° virtual tours: 📍https://www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/old-growth/
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Ancient Escapes: Best Old-Growth Forest Trails 🌲✨
Step back in time! 🌲 Maps & 360° views of Nova Scotia’s rare old-growth trees. Find a quiet trail today. ✨
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 07/09/2026
Family-friendly parks, trails & outdoor adventures complete with maps, difficulty ratings, and highlights: www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/family-f...
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Family Hiking & Walking Trails in Halifax & Beyond
Discover the best stroller-friendly paths, easy boardwalks, and kid-approved adventures near Halifax. Plan your next family outing with my field-tested guides.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 06/09/2026
🚴‍♂️🌲 13 km of flat, packed crusher dust winding through coastal woods from Hubbards to East River. 🗺️ The Aspotogan Trail is one of the most uninterrupted, flow-friendly segments of the Rum Runners corridor,. Field guide, parking tips, & 360° views: www.halifaxtrails.ca/aspotogan-tr...
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Exploring the Aspotogan Trail: A South Shore Gem | HalifaxTrails.ca
From the community of Hubbards into the heart of the forest, the Aspotogan Trail is a must-visit for hikers and bikers alike. Check out my full photo gallery and trail map to plan your next South…
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 02/09/2026
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America Hates Bikes
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 02/09/2026
Planning a weekend ride or trek along the rails-to-trails? Check out full route breakdowns, access points, and downloadable navigation tools to plan your day: www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/rails-to... 🚲🌲 #NovaScotia #Cycling #Halifax
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Discover the Best Rails-to-Trails in Nova Scotia! 🚲
🚲,🥾 Flat trails for a long bike ride, jog or stroll. 📍Detailed maps, guides & interactive 360° virtual tours of Nova Scotia's most scenic converted railways.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 31/08/2026
Want to plan your own route? I’ve got a complete guide to the Atlantic View Trail over on my site, complete with custom maps, parking info, and trail conditions. 🗺️🥾 Check out the full breakdown here: www.halifaxtrails.ca/atlantic-vie...
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Atlantic View Trail: 10km of Stunning Coastal Cycling 🌊🚲
Plan your Atlantic View adventure. Get the best trail maps, parking tips & 360° virtual tour of this iconic seaside rail trail near Halifax. 🥾🏖️
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 31/08/2026
Crisp salt air and endless coastal views along Nova Scotia's Eastern Shore. 🌊🚲 Take a ride with me along the Atlantic View Trail and enjoy this beautiful stretch of rails-to-trails. youtu.be/92Gf9m5e_7c?... #Halifax #NovaScotia #Cycling
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Coastal Biking Heaven! The Atlantic View Trail in Nova Scotia
A late-summer coastal bike ride on the Atlantic View Trail in Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia. From one end of the trail to the other with a stop at Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park in between. This 10km…
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 29/08/2026
"Leave No Trace August Newsletter: In this edition, we talk a lot about the 6th Principle: Respect Wildlife." myemail.constantcontact.com/Dogs--Wildli...
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Dogs, Wildlife, & the 6th Principle
Email from Leave No Trace Canada August Newsletter | Infolettre d'août   View in Browser We can't believe it's already August In this edition, we talk a lot about the 6th Principle: Respect Wildlife.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 29/08/2026
Fitzroy Bridge closed for maintenance Aug 23-30(ish). Detour marked on my St. Margaret's Bay Trail/Rum Runners Trail Maps. www.halifaxtrails.ca/saint-margar...
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 29/08/2026
"The hubris of Shubenacadie The history of Shubenacadie Canal is one of geology, but it's also one of hubris with parallels into the modern day." | Grand Parade
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The hubris of Shubenacadie
The history of Shubenacadie Canal is one of geology, but it's also one of hubris with parallels into the modern day.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 28/08/2026
Whether you're hiking, cycling, or just out stretching your legs, Nova Scotia’s abandoned rail lines offer some of the best multi-use exploring around. 🌲🚲 Browse my full archive of rails-to-trails guides, maps, and route details to plan your weekend outing: www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/rails-to...
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Discover the Best Rails-to-Trails in Nova Scotia! 🚲
🚲,🥾 Flat trails for a long bike ride, jog or stroll. 📍Detailed maps, guides & interactive 360° virtual tours of Nova Scotia's most scenic converted railways.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 28/08/2026
Parks Canada stepping up patrols at #YorkRedoubt and other sites to remind people to keep dogs on-leash.
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Parks Canada reminds Halifax-area trail users to keep dogs on leash - Your South Shore
Parks Canada is reminding residents to keep their dogs on leash while exploring trails in the HRM.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 27/08/2026
On August 21, 2026, the Nova Scotia Department of Environment and Climate Change launched a 60-day public consultation on designating and expanding provincial protected lands through October 20, 2026. Make sure to have your say!
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Public Consultation Opens on New Protected Areas
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 21/08/2026
Did you know you can get to Nova Scotia's most-visited Provincial Park using Public Transit? My maps & guides show you how. Check out my full list of outdoor adventures accessible by bus www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/bus/
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 19/08/2026
🌲🚌 Step off the bus and onto the trails in minutes, without dealing with packed parking lots. Check out these Halifax outdoor adventures accessible by public transit: www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/bus/
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Bus-Accessible Trails & Transit-Friendly Hikes in Halifax | HalifaxTrails.ca
No car? No problem. Find top Halifax trails accessible by bus. Detailed guides to the best transit-friendly nature spots in the HRM. Maps with transit route info.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 16/08/2026
🌲 Check out my curated list of family-friendly trails around Halifax and beyond. Whether you're looking for an easy stroller-friendly path or a great spot for a picnic, there’s something here for everyone. Explore the full list: www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/family-f...
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Family Hiking & Walking Trails in Halifax & Beyond
Discover the best stroller-friendly paths, easy boardwalks, and kid-approved adventures near Halifax. Plan your next family outing with my field-tested guides.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 15/08/2026
There is nothing quite like the rugged beauty of Nova Scotia coastlines. 🌊 Whether you’re looking for windswept cliffs, hidden sandy beaches, or iconic lighthouses, I’ve got a trail for you. Explore my full list of coastal hikes here: www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/coastal/
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Coastal Trails Near Halifax, NS - Maps, Guides & Virtual Tours
Phone-Friendly Maps, Guides, Photos, Videos & Interactive 360° Virtual Tours.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 12/08/2026
Artwork of the gods! 💚
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 12/08/2026
If you're out hiking this afternoon around 3 PM, don't just look up, look down! During a partial solar eclipse, the tree canopy acts like a giant pinhole projector, casting hundreds of tiny crescent shadows on the forest floor. petapixel.com/2012/05/21/c...
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Tree Leaves as "Pinhole Cameras" During a Solar Eclipse
If you went outdoors to observe the solar eclipse yesterday, you might have noticed that the shadows cast by trees had suddenly become quite strange. The
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 11/08/2026
🌿 Hemlock Ravine Park features old-growth hemlock trees & peaceful walking paths right in Halifax. Perfect for a quiet morning walk in nature. Full park guide & directions: www.halifaxtrails.ca/hemlock-ravi...
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Hemlock Ravine: Halifax’s Secret Old-Growth Forest 🌲💚
Step into the past! 🥾 Map, 360° tour & parking tips for Hemlock Ravine. A serene walk by Julie’s Pond & some of the city's oldest trees. 💚
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 09/08/2026
Go jump in a #lake. I’ve tagged every trail in my database that features a lake. Whether it's a quick dip at Sandy Lake or a paddling adventure at Long Lake, stay cool, #Halifax. 🥵💧 www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/lake/
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Halifax Lake Guide: The Best Spots for a Dip or a Paddle 🌊🛶
Life is better at the lake! 🌊 Maps & 360° tours of Halifax’s best swimming & paddling spots. Find a lake today. ✨
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 08/08/2026
Sandy beaches, and hidden coastal hikes ☀️ Find maps and trail breakdowns for Martinique, Taylor Head, Crystal Crescent, and more: 🔗 halifaxtrails.ca/tag/beach/
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Beaches in Halifax & Nova Scotia: Maps & Guides | HalifaxTrails.ca
Explore Nova Scotia’s rugged Atlantic coastline. Maps & photos of sandy beaches, coastal hiking loops, and the best local spots for surfing or beachcombing.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 07/08/2026
🥵 With temps soaring, here are 3 #Halifax coastal hiking routes to beat the heat: 1️⃣ Polly's Cove – Spectacular views next to Peggy's Cove. 2️⃣ Duncan's Cove – Challenging & rewarding. 3️⃣ Crystal Crescent – Rugged beauty beyond the beaches. 🌊 Coastal trail guides: www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/coastal/
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 07/08/2026
Love it when big local accounts steal my photos and paste their own logo on top🤦‍♂️
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 07/08/2026
Proof that they won't protect our environment even if it were free to do so.
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Michael Gorman @michaeltgorman.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
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Nearly 80% of N.S. residents oppose private development in protected areas: poll | CBC News
A survey commissioned by the Ecology Action Centre suggests that nearly 80 per cent of people in the province are opposed to things like golf courses, hotels and spas being built in legally protected ...
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 06/08/2026
Nearly 80% of N.S. residents oppose private development in protected areas: poll | CBC News share.google/XI6grmVJURwD...
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Nearly 80% of N.S. residents oppose private development in protected areas: poll | CBC News
A survey commissioned by the Ecology Action Centre suggests that nearly 80 per cent of people in the province are opposed to things like golf courses, hotels and spas being built in legally protected ...
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 06/08/2026
Ready for a dip? 🏖️ Skip the guesswork and find your next water escape. Explore detailed guides, photos, and directions for some of the top local beach escapes here: www.halifaxtrails.ca/tag/beach/
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Beaches in Halifax & Nova Scotia: Maps & Guides | HalifaxTrails.ca
Explore Nova Scotia’s rugged Atlantic coastline. Maps & photos of sandy beaches, coastal hiking loops, and the best local spots for surfing or beachcombing.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 06/08/2026
ℹ️ Rum Runners Trail - Map, Guide & 360° Virtual Tour: www.halifaxtrails.ca/rum-runners-... 🗺️ Downloadable GPX & Waypoint Package: www.halifaxtrails.ca/rum-runners-...
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Rum Runners: The Ultimate NS Coastal Rail-Trail Adventure 🚲🌊
Ride from the city to the sea! 🚲 Maps, 360° tours & tips for the Rum Runners Trail. 110km of flat, scenic riding through Chester, Mahone Bay & Lunenburg. 🍻✨
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 06/08/2026
🚴✨ One continuous route, many different vibes. Biking Nova Scotia's Rum Runners Trail from Halifax to Lunenburg: youtube.com/shorts/pxTs4... #Backpacking #NovaScotia #Cycling
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Biking The Rum Runners Trail | Halifax to Hubbards & Beyond
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 31/07/2026
Long weekend mode: activated. 🌲 Trading the pavement for forest shade or sea breezes this weekend? Whether you're after a coastal loop or a quiet lakeshore bike ride, check out the full trail guides before you head out: 🔗 halifaxtrails.ca
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Find Your Next Trail | HalifaxTrails.ca
Maps, Guides & 360° Virtual Tours. Hiking, Biking & Paddling Near Halifax, Nova Scotia
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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
If you're heading to the cottage this long weekend, don't get complacent. Campfires can be a serious wildfire risk if not put out properly (in fact, human-caused wildfires make up more than half of the yearly total). ow.ly/jm1U50ZuNGw
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Camping? Here's how to safely—and properly—put out your campfire - The Weather Network
Many people probably find it harder to start a campfire than to extinguish one, but the occurrence of wildfires that result from improperly extinguished campfires tells a different story.
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 30/07/2026
Planning summer outdoor adventures in Nova Scotia? 🌲🌊 Whether you’re looking for coastal hikes, hidden wilderness trails, or scenic bike routes, check out my free in-depth guides, maps, and interactive 360° virtual tours: 🔗 halifaxtrails.ca #NovaScotia #Halifax #Hiking #OutdoorAdventure
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 30/07/2026
Lots of great scenery all along the way. The Dynamite Trail is an especially fun section!
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 30/07/2026
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 29/07/2026
🚴‍♀️🌲 Direct from Halifax to Lunenburg without highways! Explore Nova Scotia's Rum Runners Trail with my detailed map, guide & interactive 360° virtual tour: www.halifaxtrails.ca/rum-runners-...
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 28/07/2026
Exploring the gorgeous riverside and old-growth forest at Kejimkujik National Park! 🌲🌊 Check out highlights from Mill Falls & Beech Grove hiking trails. Trail guide, & virtual tour: www.halifaxtrails.ca/mill-falls-a... #Kejimkujik #NovaScotia #Hiking #GetOutside www.youtube.com/watch?v=BErN...
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Kejimkujik National Park Hiking Trails: Mill Falls
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 20/07/2026
Want to bike from Halifax to Lunenburg without any highways? 🚲🌲 The Rum Runners Trail spans 123 km across 7 rail-to-trail segments. I've mapped parking & key stops for the whole route, complete with a 360° interactive virtual tour. www.halifaxtrails.ca/rum-runners-... #NovaScotia #Cycling
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Rum Runners: The Ultimate NS Coastal Rail-Trail Adventure 🚲🌊
Ride from the city to the sea! 🚲 Maps, 360° tours & tips for the Rum Runners Trail. 110km of flat, scenic riding through Chester, Mahone Bay & Lunenburg. 🍻✨
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 20/07/2026
Even the parking lot has a great view. 🌊🚗 Herring Cove Provincial Park Reserve features an ocean view right from the lot that @natetwn.bsky.social perfectly described as “like a drive-in theatre for people who love nature.” Guide: www.halifaxtrails.ca/herring-cove... #NovaScotia #Hiking
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Herring Cove: Rugged Coastal Hike With Ocean Views
Plan your Herring Cove adventure. The best trail map, parking tips & 360° virtual tour for this stunning coastal park just minutes from Halifax. 🥾🌊
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 16/07/2026
Discover the Atlantic View Trail 🚲🌊 This easy, 10km rails-to-trails route is perfect for a scenic bike ride or long stroll. Enjoy coastal woodlands, vibrant salt marshes, and rolling sand dunes: www.halifaxtrails.ca/atlantic-vie...
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Atlantic View Trail: 10km of Stunning Coastal Cycling 🌊🚲
Plan your Atlantic View adventure. Get the best trail maps, parking tips & 360° virtual tour of this iconic seaside rail trail near Halifax. 🥾🏖️
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🇨🇦 HalifaxTrails.ca @halifaxtrails.ca · 15/07/2026
If you'd like to volunteer, get in touch with them: wrweo.ca/wp/volunteers/
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Volunteers
WRWEO/The Bluff Trail is an entirely volunteer organization. In the past, our efforts were focussed on developing a Watershed Management Plan, developing a plan for and then building The Bluff Trai…
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