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Plan your next adventure vacation in British Columbia Canada.

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British Columbia is the most westerly province in Canada. The BC mainland and the islands rest on the shores of the Pacific Ocean. The British Columbia coastline extends over 27,000 kilometres long and over half of the province has little to no human interaction. 

Capital City of British Columbia Canada

The capital of British Columbia, Canada is the City of Victoria located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Victoria is known as the "Cycling Capital of Canada" and the "City of Gardens". 

British Columbia, Canada Highlights

Cranberries and blueberries (top 3 producer in the world); world’s largest hockey stick (located in Duncan BC); “The Hanging Garden Tree” on Meares Island (oldest red cedar tree on record at a ripe old age of 1500+ years old); Nanaimo Bathtub Racing Capital of the World (Nanaimo); the longest unsupported cable car in the world (Whistler); Kermode Bear ( the white bear "Spirit Bear" only found in BC); black bears (1/4 live in BC); Pacific Flyway (migration route over BC for millions of birds); last spike (the completion of Canada's railway in Craigellachie); and the oldest Chinatown in Canada (Victoria). 

Featured Parks, Trails and Places of Interest in British Columbia, Canada

British Columbia has the 2nd largest parks system in Canada. Some of the highlights in BC include Della Falls in Strathcona Provincial Park (highest waterfall in Canada measuring 440 metres high); Tweedsmuir Park (BC's largest provincial park measuring at 989,000 hectares); Osoyoos Lake (warmest freshwater lake in Canada); longest river in BC (Fraser River measuring 1400 kms); Khutzeymateen Provincial Park (Canada's only Grizzly Bear Reserve); Wineries (there are said to be over 870 vineyards in BC); and the Pacific Crest Trail (northern entrance to one of the worlds longest trails is in Manning Park).

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    Exploring Fogo Island Newfoundland

    Exploring Fogo Island Newfoundland

    Planning a road trip to Fogo Island, Newfoundland is very easy to navigate. We based our trip around the availability of a local Airbnb. From there, we started to learn about all the...

    Exploring Fogo Island Newfoundland

    Planning a road trip to Fogo Island, Newfoundland is very easy to navigate. We based our trip around the availability of a local Airbnb. From there, we started to learn about all the unique experiences and locations this Island has to offer.

    When exploring Fogo Island, Newfoundland I highly recommend taking at least three or four days, but preferably a week to visit. It is worthwhile to stay longer so you can see more of this magical island. 

    The name Fogo appropriately means "fire" in Portuguese. The tales vary about how this name came to be. After visiting there, I would ponder that it comes from the tenacity of the people who settled and claimed this land as Home. 

    Getting to Fogo Island

    The crossing to Fogo Island is from the small town of Farewell. It takes about an hour and fifteen minutes (with a stop at Change Islands along the way) via ferry. In the summer months there are two vessels who take passengers and vehicles. However, through the winter there is a one vessel schedule.


    If you are starting from St. John's it will be about a four and a half hour drive to get to the Ferry. If instead you fly into Gander, in central Newfoundland, it is about an hour drive. 


    When you are planning a trip to Fogo Island it is important to check the timing on the schedule and recognize that weather can impact the crossing times. There are also sections with no cell phone reception so be prepared with your map in advance. I also recommend notifying anyone who you may want to be in contact with beforehand.

    Trail Maps and Hiking on Fogo Island

    There are eight main hiking trails around the Island that range from easy to difficult: Lion's Den, Brimstone Head, Joe Batt's Trail (Long Studio), Fogo Head Trail, Turpin's Trail (Squish Studio), Waterman's Brook Trail, Deep Bay Lookout (Bridge Studio) and Oliver's Cove Trail.


    The landscape here ranges from lichens around Deep Bay to unique rock formations like Brimstone Head, formed from a volcano over 400-million years ago.


    A trip to Fogo Island is well worth the drive and the time. It is truly a one-of-a-kind destination.

    Hiking and Exploring Fogo Island Newfoundland

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    • What a fantastic video! Really makes me want to visit your backyard. Well done
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    • Andrea Horning Thank you!! It is definitely top 10 location in Newfoundland for me. So magical.
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    • OMG! Now that is going to town. Love this. The commentary totally makes it become a personal connection. You have a very good video voice. Well doneOMG! Now that is going to town. Love this. The commentary totally makes it become a personal connection. You have a very good video voice. Well done Amy. I am impressed with the quality.  More ...
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    • I absolutely love this Amy! I wish I had of had more time to explore Fogo Island on my visit but I know I will be back again soon! Great job!
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    • Cora Lee Rennie I am so glad! It is definitely a location to return to many times over. Thank you!
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    • Excellent video Amy and I am very interested in all those hiking trails!
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    • Kim Kenyon They are amazing hiking trails because a number of them are not difficult and it's so slow and peaceful there, it's not to be done in aKim Kenyon They are amazing hiking trails because a number of them are not difficult and it's so slow and peaceful there, it's not to be done in a hurry. I am writing a blog/post with more information on the Island. There will be a link to a map with all the hiking trails so you can take a look further. It was incredible - and thank you  More ...
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    • Amazing photos and a fantastic description of your hike! This looks like a trail I would love to do
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    • Andrea Horning if you come to Newfoundland, I would be happy to hike some of the East Coast Trail with you. I haven't completed it all, but have doneAndrea Horning if you come to Newfoundland, I would be happy to hike some of the East Coast Trail with you. I haven't completed it all, but have done several sections and love it. The bucket list is to do all 336 kilometres which some people do as a 14 day journey as you can camp along the trail as well.  More ...
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    • Amy Rezek That's is a fantastic goal. And sounds like a lot of fun! You ladies are really pulling me towards the east coast with all this naturalAmy Rezek That's is a fantastic goal. And sounds like a lot of fun! You ladies are really pulling me towards the east coast with all this natural beauty! I can't wait to get out there soon enough   More ...
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    • Andrea Horning it's amazing (like so much of Canada) and so worth the trip!
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    • I love the ECT! Sean and I thru-hiked it as part of our cross-Canada walk on the Trans Canada Trail, and it remains one of our favourite hikes inI love the ECT! Sean and I thru-hiked it as part of our cross-Canada walk on the Trans Canada Trail, and it remains one of our favourite hikes in Canada! There is a new section now, and we'd love to go back and re-walk the entire trail!  More ...
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    • Sonya Richmond That is amazing! I haven't done it all yet as I am a solo hiker so haven't ventured to the longer trail sections yet. Love that youSonya Richmond That is amazing! I haven't done it all yet as I am a solo hiker so haven't ventured to the longer trail sections yet. Love that you have been on this trail too!  More ...
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    • Some stunning photos here, Amy, and I see that you have no fear of heights. Lol
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    • Diana Mohrsen Thank you! I actually have had a fear of heights in the past, but for some reason when I am here it hasn't bothered me. Thankful as theDiana Mohrsen Thank you! I actually have had a fear of heights in the past, but for some reason when I am here it hasn't bothered me. Thankful as the views are incredible.   More ...
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    • Amy Rezek Well, isn't it fortunate that this spot didn't affect your fear of heights.
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    • Excellent trail write up. Quidi Village is already on my must see list for Newfoundland and now I will plan to hike the Sugar Loaf Trail to getExcellent trail write up. Quidi Village is already on my must see list for Newfoundland and now I will plan to hike the Sugar Loaf Trail to get there, but I'll train for all those stairs.  More ...
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    • Janet Guthrie Yes, the stairs are no joke! I had friends visiting from BC and that was the biggest part they were surprised by - the constant up andJanet Guthrie Yes, the stairs are no joke! I had friends visiting from BC and that was the biggest part they were surprised by - the constant up and down over the rolling hills. Look forward to you visiting and happy to show you around!  More ...
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    Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newfoundland, Canada

    Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve

    UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newfoundland, Canada

    This past June I took a roadtrip to the southeastern tip of the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland to visit the Mistaken Point Ecological...

    Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve

    UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newfoundland, Canada

    This past June I took a roadtrip to the southeastern tip of the Avalon Peninsula of Newfoundland to visit the Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newfoundland, Canada. To visit the Reverse you book a guided tour at the Edge of Avalon Interpretation Centre in Portugal Cove South. If you want to explore the area, there are public hikes and trailways, but access to view and walk on the fossils requires a permit with a registered guide.

    Fossil Hiking Tours and Guides at Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve

    The fossils you discover at Mistaken Point are the world's oldest and largest collection of biologically complex marine life fossils. These fossils from the Ediacaran period are perfectly preserved on a prehistoric ocean floor. This area has over 10,000 fossils. When you arrive you actually get to walk in your sock feet on a 565-million year old ocean floor - it was incredible! The fossils were known to the local communities for many generations, but it wasn't until 1967 when Shiva Balak Misra discovered them and knew their significance, that protection for the fossils begin to start.

    Explorer Shiva Balak Misra

    He was in the area mapping Precambrian rocks along the coastline. In the years to follow there were people lobbied to preserve the fossils for their historical significance as this was the first record of Ediacaran fauna in the Western Hemisphere. In 1987 it was designated as a fossil ecological reserve. In July of 2016 it was further designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    Irish Loop on Avalon Peninsula

    This area of the Avalon Peninsula is part of a road trip known as the Irish Loop (Route NL-10). It is just over two (2) hours from St. John's. The location of the guided hike requires you to drive about 15 minutes from the Interpretation Centre to a designated parking lot which is equipped with washrooms.

    Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve Guided Tours

    The guided tour teaches you about the local flora and fauna, along with the historical significance of the area. The total hike is about six kilometres and takes about 3-4 hours, depending on how long you want to stay and explore the fossils. Sections of the trail were muddy and it is rated moderately difficult, but I would rate it moderate. It is important to dress in layers as this area of the province is generally foggy and this close to the tip of the Peninsula the wind can certainly gust, although it was beautiful on the day we got to explore. Overall, I would recommend making time to visit this historically significant area of Newfoundland, and the world.

    Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve and UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newfoundland, Canada

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    • I would love to visit Mistaken Point - it looks incredibly cool. Thank for sharing all that info - I didn't know it was a UNESCO site.
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    • Sonya Richmond I added an album with more photographs and details, if you want to learn or see more.
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    • Cool place. I love visiting UNESCO sites. The captions were a great addition to the video, thank you
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    • Janet Guthrie Thank you, Janet. It was a great adventure - and so amazing to walk and see the history.
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    • Amy Rezek I enjoyed learning about your adventure. It's inspiring.
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    • I had read about it previously so appreciate you showing the location. I've added that to my bucket list!
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    • Diana Mohrsen that's wonderful to hear! If you want to know more, I also posted some photos to show more details of the site. It is a beautiful hike Diana Mohrsen that's wonderful to hear! If you want to know more, I also posted some photos to show more details of the site. It is a beautiful hike and location for any bucket list for sure.   More ...
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    • Great video and an amazing place to visit Amy! In fact, it’s on my Newfoundland adventure bucket List! Great video!
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    • Amy Rezek I haven’t yet made it all the way to Cape race but I will!!!
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