On the Go Geology: Fossil Identification

Fossil hunting is a great activity at any age, and Newfoundland is the perfect place to do it. The thrill of discovery is made even more magical with a little fossil knowledge. Some basic skills in fossil identification can help you to picture what the area used to look like millions of years ago, and better understand the amazing creatures that ruled at the time. READ MORE

Top 10 Spring Trails in Western Newfoundland

Spring has officially arrived even if it still feels wintery, but it won’t be long before the snow melts and the sunny days drive us outside. With our Top 10 Spring Trails in Western Newfoundland round up, we hope to inspire you to get outdoors and on the go in the coming weeks. Newfoundland boasts READ MORE

On the Go Geology: Common Minerals of Newfoundland

Welcome to our new series of posts – all about geology! Emilie is our resident rock expert, kicking things off with Common Minerals of Newfoundland so you can begin learning about what you’re seeing while you’re out hiking and exploring. Take it away Emilie! As a kid I loved rocks. I had a rock collection, READ MORE

A Local’s Guide to Planning your Newfoundland Vacation

Newfoundland is a big, wild place ready to be explored. With this guide, I will share with you my tips for traveling around Newfoundland like how to be being flexible with your logistics, how to stay well fed, and areas that deserve your attention. Newfoundland is my favourite place in the whole world, not that READ MORE

A Locals Guide to Free Camping in Newfoundland

Newfoundland and Labrador is an amazing destination for active adventurers and it’s the perfect place to camp for free. In this Locals Guide to Free Camping in Newfoundland, we want to share with you all the places you can you camp, the ettiequte of free camping and some handy resources to make your trip easier. READ MORE

‘Who Knit Ya?’: The sticker, the patch, and WHY.

Meaning: phrase in Newfoundland English that translates to “Who are your parents/mother?” Growing up, I was sort of the odd one out. The one who wanted to go and travel, adventure, get lost, and found, and lost again. I was a wanderer, and I didn’t even know it yet. I was a dreamer and the more READ MORE

Hike This: North Arm Hills

Are you tired of the monotony of your typical touristy destinations? Ready to get back out into nature and explore something off the beaten track? Then it’s time to add a new adventure to your list – hiking in North Arm Hills! Standing sentinel over Newfoundland Bay of Islands, these rugged hills offer an awe-inspiring READ MORE

Hike This: Coast of Bays

The Coast of Bays in Central Newfoundland is an “off the beaten path” experience, it’s as far south on Route 360 as you can go. This area of the island was a place I was eager to explore, to check out the hiking opportunities and to spend time in the wild nature of rural Newfoundland. READ MORE