Springfest

^{Keith Nicol} 

Keith is an associate professor in the Environmental Studies/Outdoor Pursuits Unit at Newfoundland’s Memorial University, he is the author of two books on western Newfoundland, has had photographs published in over 500 magazines and newspapers and has written extensively on cross-country and backcountry skiing, hiking and sea kayaking. Keith truly enjoys combining his passions for photography, writing and all aspects of self-propelled outdoor pursuits.

^{Trent McClellan}    

Trent McClellan is one busy comic these days. He is currently performing coast to coast in clubs and corporate venues week in and week out. Trent has been extremely popular on the festival circuit as well, having played the Halifax Comedy Festival, Moncton Hubcap Comedy Festival, the New Screech Comedy Festival and the Just For Laughs Festival! In addition to his festival schedule he has been on CBC, CTV and the Comedy Network with his own Comedy Now special.

 L.A.W.N
The League of Artists of Western Newfoundland (L.A.W.N.) is a non-profit artist run organization committed to providing a variety of opportunities and services through co-operative programming and volunteer efforts.
The exhibit at the Yacht Club kicks off as part of the Spring in your step festival, but it carries on through out the summer. 16 of the regions artists will display their work for public viewing and for sale until approximately Labour Day.

^{Swig Away} 

Brian & Ron having been playing together at family campfires for around 20 years with a love for Irish and Newfoundland traditional music. In 2005, after many requests by friends and family they moved themselves, and their music, to the public stage. Swig Away has been regular performers on Crystal Waters Boat Tour based in Corner Brook. Every Wednesday and Friday Night, during the summer months Swig Away provides the entertainment… Well over 100 performances so far !! Our songs range from slow Irish Ballads like “Botany Bay” to very upbeat dancing songs like “Old Black Rum” ! We also have a few original songs that have been very well received… from Sea Shanties to songs about our life in Newfoundland. First and foremost we like to hear people laugh, sing along, and tap their feet ! Our style is not only singing…we like to mix in a few “Good Quality” jokes and poke fun at each other (like good friends do). We like to get the audience involved, so when the trip is over… they want more and more !

Michelle Marks

Michelle Marks of Michelles Scrapbits is one of Canada’s up & coming scrapbooking stars. Michelle has had her Scrapbooking pages published in some of the world’s foremost Scrapbooking Magazines and Websites. She hosts her own scrapbooking blog and website www.michellesscrapbits.blogspot.com/ . She has a deep passion for the art of Scrapbooking rivaled only by her love of gardening.