Join the Friends of McNabs Island for a guided Shoreline TourHike along the Changing Shoreline of McNabs Island!
Sunday August 18, 2024 - 9:30-3:30am
Departure Location: Eastern Passage : Meet at A&M Sea Charters, 87 Government Wharf Rd, Fisherman's Cove no later than 9:15 AM. The boat will depart promptly at 9:30 AM and leave the island at 3:30 PM to return to Eastern Passage by 4:00 PM.
Join the Friends of McNabs Island for a guided h ike along the changing coastline of McNabs Island on a Shoreline Tour!
· Visit the newly restored Teahouse Outdoor Education Centre for an island orientation.
· Learn about the changing shape of the island as beaches and coves come and go.
· As sea levels rise, and more storms batter the coastline, more changes to the island are in store.
· Stroll along sandy Maughers Beach , which didn’t exist 80 years ago.
· Walk around peaceful McNabs Pond , which has changed from a cove to a tidal inlet, then to a freshwater pond and now back to a tidal inlet again.
· Visit Fort McNab National Historic Site and learn how this historic hilltop with its panoramic view was created.
· Turn to the south and the Atlantic Ocean and see if you can spot disappearing Little Thrumcap.
· At the end of the day, dip your toes in the cool waters of Halifax Harbour.
Dress for the weather and island environment. Wear sturdy sneakers or hiking boots. The island's trails are rough in some places because storms have washed rocks up onto the trails. Visitors should expect to walk at least 10 km on this hike.
Bring sunscreen, sunhats, insect repellent, plenty of drinking water, and a lunch. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash at all times. Smoking tobacco or cannabis and the consumption of alcohol are prohibited in the provincial park.
Everyone must get their tickets in advance. Tickets are also needed for babies and toddlers 3 years and younger, who will travel for free, courtesy of the Friends of McNabs Island.
There is NO rain date and there are NO refunds. However, in the event of heavy rain or gale force winds, OR if the park is closed, the tour will be cancelled and tickets refunded.
Cost: $30 (members of the Friends of McNabs Island), $20 (children/youth under 16), $40 (non-members). Babies and toddlers 3 years old and younger are free, but still need a ticket.
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Event Venue
McNabs Island, McNabs Island Provincial Park,Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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