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Comedian Trent McClellan, June 10th at the Bar Room
Posted on May 26, 2011

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Things To Do

Overlooking Fox Island River, Lewis Hills.  Courtesy of Aiden Mahoney

Captain James Cook National Historic Site
Yes, Captain James Cook was here too! In 1767 he surveyed the Bay of Islands and was the first person who has done so. Although this site is under construction, it’s a great lookout for the City of Corner Brook and the Bay of Islands.
Crow Hill Road, Corner Brook, NL

Corner Brook Museum and Archives
Exhibits the natural, cultural and social history of the region.
2 West Street, Corner Brook, NL

Corner Brook Stream Trail
Take a walk in and around Corner Brook on a fabulous network of trails that will take you to some great lookouts, picnic areas and shortcuts to some of the attractions and activities throughout the City. For details on the trails and trail entrances please visit the website.
Corner Brook, NL

Crystal Waters Boat Charters and Tours
Discover birds, whales, sightseeing and learn about history in the Bay of Islands.
Many tours provide entertainment. Visit the website to find out about special tours and entertainment.
Bay of Islands Yacht Club, Pike’s Avenue, Corner Brook, NL

Cycle Solutions
Rent a bicycle and explore Corner Brook and the Bay of Islands on your own or book a tour with enthusiastic guides that will reveal the beauty of Newfoundland through educational , bicycling, and caving tours.
35 West Street, Corner Brook, NL

Margaret Bowater Park
Great spot to take the kids to burn off some of their energies in the newly developed playground area or swimming pool or relax yourself while taking a dip in the Corner Brook Stream or lying in the sun. Entrances to the Corner Brook Stream Trail System can also be found here.
O’Connell Drive, Corner Brook, NL

Mountain Tours and Photography
Hiking and photographic tours. Puffins, whales, icebergs and wildlife abound to create some unforgettable images.
13 Brookfield Avenue, Corner Brook, NL

Newfoundland Labrador Hockey Hall of Fame
Exhibits honouring local players, especially those who have made it to the top level of hockey – the NHL. Photos and biographies of all inductees are featured.
Pepsi Center, 1 Canada Games Place, Corner Brook, NL

Railway Society of Newfoundland
All aboard! Visit the steam locomotive No. 593, working diesel electric locomotive No. 931, a snow plow train and various other cars. Guides will tell you stories of the life and times of railroaders before the ending of the railway in Newfoundland.
Station Road, Corner Brook, NL

The Art Gallery
Venue for the works of local artists as well as exhibiting touring art shows.
Arts and Culture Center, University Drive
Corner Brook, NL
 

 Route440 – North Shore, Bay of Islands

Jarge’s Atlantic Adventures
Small-sized custom adventures that focus on interpretation of flora, fauna, geology, history and culture while enjoying the refreshing outdoors.
Meadows, Route 440

True North Charters and Tours
Explore beautiful Bay of Islands and listen to a musical/narrative interpretation while watching for wildlife.
Route 440, Cox’s Cove Public Dock
1-866-687-6353/ 709-688-2718

 Route 450 – South Shore, Bay of Islands

Blow Me Down Provincial Park
Take a 30 minute climb through 450 million year old volcanic rock called the Governor’s Staircase to a tower overlooking the Bay of Islands, Lark Harbour, and York Harbour. Trailheads are at the day-use area and camping loop.
Route 450, 60 km from Corner Brook

Route 1 – Steady Brook and Pasadena

Explore Newfoundland Adventures
Truly unique walking, water and underground guided adventures that includes sea kayaking, Humber boat tours, cave tours, rafting, canoeing, hiking and fishing.
21 Dogwood Drive, Steady Brook, NL

Marble Zip Tours
As your trained tour guide prepares you for “flight”, ensuring your harness is in place and your helmet secured, you will embark on a journey of freedom, soaring across the picturesque Marble Mountain Gorge directly above Steady Brook Falls. You will no doubt feel the adrenaline pump through your veins as you zigzag from platform to platform along zip lines up to 1000 feet long and 300 feet high, at speeds up to 80 km/hr! MZT’s location offers a spectacular view of a 200 foot waterfall and breathtaking canyon below. Six zip lines and ten platforms provide ample view points to overlook scenic Humber Valley.
Thistle Drive, Steady Brook behind the gas station just off the Trans Canada Highway.

Steady Brook Falls Trail
Forested hills alternate with colossal exposed layer of rock and the steady brook, which is partially sourced from Line Pond, and plunges down the eastern slopes about 60 metres.
Take Exit 8 from Route 1. Located behind George’s Mountain Village

Deep Blue Fishing Adventures
World-class salmon fishing on the Upper and Lower Humber River. Daily or weekly, all-inclusive packages available. Multi-day tours also available.
Pasadena, NL

Pasadena Beach
Located on the pristine shores of Deer Lake, Pasadena Beach is the perfect place to play in the sun, enjoy some food and refreshments, or take in some live entertainment at the Oasis.
Lakeshore Drive, Pasadena, NL
709-686-5366

 Route 1, Deer Lake Area

Cache Rapids Stable
Scenic trail rides, pony rides, wagon rides, and educational tours located near the Humber River. Guided overnight and multi-day wilderness tenting and backcountry lodge rides on horseback. One day to two week-long packages.
Route 430, 255 Reidville Road, Reidville

Newfoundland Insectarium
Multi award-winning attraction housed in a beautifully restored historic building next to the Humber River. Featuring live butterflies, an observation beehive, gift shop and ample parking.
Route 430, 2 Bonne Bay Road, Reidville, NL

Roy Whalen Heritage Museum
Displays the history of communities in the Humber Valley. Exhibits on logging, agriculture, transportation and community life in the valley are a must-see.
44 Trans Canada Highway, Suite 2, Deer Lake, NL

Provincial Park – Big Falls Trail
A short walk from the day-use parking lot takes you to Big Falls where you can see salmon jump up the salmon ladder to get to pools further upstream to spawn.
Take Route 430 from the Trans Canada Highway for 8 km. Then proceed to Route 422 for 30 km to Sir Richard Squires Memorial

Deer Lake Municipal RV Park

Equipped with fully serviced sites for over night stays.Day use as well with a sandy beach suitable for swimming. A great walking trail.

 

 


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