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The barns of Nova Scotia

One of the barns of Nova Scotia – a small one but still…

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The barns of Nova Scotia

One of the barns of Nova Scotia

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The churches of Nova Scotia

Clarence United Baptist Church – one of the churches of Nova Scotia

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Middleton railway bridge

The railway bridge over the Annapolis River at Middleton The railway bridge is near the confluence of the Annapolis River and the Nictaux river,  east of Highway 1 at Middleton. One of two rail trails in the area, the Shore/Annapolis … Continue reading

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Port George Lighthouse

Port George Lighthouse The 7.6 meters high Port George Lighthouse was built in 1889 when the Port George pier was constructed. The lighthouse was originally positioned at the outer end of the town’s eastern pier and was relocated to the … Continue reading

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A window into time

Just a window into the past

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Annapolis Basin dykes

Sometimes a side trip along a dirt road or a trail can lead to interesting adventures and a greater understanding of the history of an area – this path near Port Royal is a good example. It’s not really a … Continue reading

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Victoria Harbour

A 360° look around the Nova Scotia side of the Bay of Fundy shore at Victoria Harbour

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Nova Scotia Textiles Limited – Windsor Wear

I stopped in Windsor to take a look at the building that was once the home of Nova Scotia Textiles Limited – it’s an interesting building that is somewhat of a landmark for me as I travel along Highway 101. … Continue reading

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Bear River Lighthouse

The Bear River Lighthouse is hidden in the woods along an old railway right of way – you can catch a glimpse of it heading west on Highway 101into Digby. I had almost given up driving around trying to find … Continue reading

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