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DAY ADVENTURES
THINGS TO DO ON CAMPOBELLO ISLAND |
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PLAN TO STAY AT LEAST ONE - TWO WEEKS! |
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*WHALE WATCHING *BIRD WATCHING
*HIKING **ARTISTS
*PHOTOGRAPHERS *GOLFERS
*MUSICIANS *NATURE LOVERS
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WHALE WATCHING
AN ADVENTURE NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN!
CAPTAIN RIDDLE'S SEAGOING ADVENTURES
Information Update For Captain Riddle Spring 2007
Their new boat is faster & quieter, to get you up close & personal with whales, eagles, seals & dolphins!
You will be watching sea life sooner and have more time with the whales.
Their boat takes you closer than you imagined possible!
Many of Capt. Riddle's passengers say that their whale watch was the best part of their vacation.
They even take the tour twice.
Take home a 'Whale of a Tale' to share with your family & friends.
Order today so you don't miss the boat!
OPERATING OUT OF
NORTH ROAD WHARF WELSHPOOL, CAMPOBELLO ISLAND
Turn left, first crossroads, one mile past the Roosevelt Campobello International Park Entrance
About two miles up North Road
Reservation Kiosk Friar's Bay Beach
Look for the little lighthouse right on the beach
This trip takes you on a fascinating trip up the side of the island and then out into the Bay of Fundy.
Your American $$ goes farther in Canada
Lighthouse Tours & Romantic Sunset Cruises
Family owned & operated
No more than 10 people per whale watch
Customized tours with no crowds
Discover Campobello's whale watch just over the border, but a whole 'nother country'
Deep Sea Fishing Trips Available
Capt. Riddle's Custom Tours to include other area lighthouses, Sunsets, photography tours, and more!
* Lighthouse Tours by Sea
*Whale Watch Tours
*Deep Sea Fishing Trips
VISA/MC ACCEPTED
TICKETS & INFORMATION
506-752-2009 1-888-FINBACK
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ISLAND CRUISES
WHALE WATCH AND DAY ADVENTURE TOURS
Captain Mac Greene
Captain Mac Greene and his crew are fully certified.
Safety equipment onboard meets or exceeds Canadian Coast Guard Regulations
Signee - Bay of Fundy Whale Watchers "Code of Ethics"
Member West Isles Whale Watchers Association
Departures
from: Head Harbour Wharf - Campobello Island
Departure times and trip lengths may be influenced by tide and weather conditions. Island Cruises reserves the right to alter or cancel any scheduled tours.
Extra cruises may be advertised locally.
Join them aboard Island Cruises as they search the coastal waters of the Bay of Fundy for Minke, Finback, Humpback and Northern Right Whales
They will also look for Eagles, Seals, Harbor Porpoises, Puffins and various other types of marine birds as they cruise throughout the many small Islands along the way.
Experience the famous Fundy Tides
Group/Family rates available Fair exchange on US Funds
VISA/MC ACCEPTED
CONTACT
Island Cruises. 62 Head Harbor Rd. Wilson's Beach Campobello New Brunswick E5E 1P1
Phone: 506-752-1107 or 1-888-249-4400
Island Cruises
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BIRD WATCHING ON CAMPOBELLO
BIRD WATCHING
Ducks, geese, songbirds, sandpipers and plovers all make the Bay of Fundy a regular rest stop on their migration journeys.
Campobello is a Bird Watcher's paradise!
Whether your preference is for sea birds, marsh birds, waterfowl or upland and forest bird species, you will find a goodly variety ready to be entered into your logs and registers.
From the majestic eagles and falcons, many owl species, songbirds, a myriad of sea fowl including puffins and auks, heron, rails - and many more - over 300 species in all!
A good pair of binoculars will go a long way towards make birding enjoyable to the amateur.
Besides Alcids and Gulls, many boreal nesting species also can be found among the more than 150 bird species seen at the Roosevelt Campobello Roosevelt Park and on Campobello Island, New Brunswick.
The island has nesting locations of chickadees, jays, Merlin, thrushes, woodpeckers, and quite a few warblers and other songbirds.
Also watch for Canada Geese, grosbeaks, and Blue-winged Teal.
Campobello Island bogs and forested edges are home to chickadees, flycatchers, kinglets, merlins, sparrows, swallows, and warblers, as well as the purple finch, american robin, cedar waxwing, and common yellowthroat.
Grassland nesting species, such as bobolinks; field, lincoln's, nelson's sharp-tailed, savannah, song, white-throated, and vesper sparrows and many more.
BIRDS TO WATCH FOR
There are many more species to enjoy watching!
Roosevelt Campobello International Park
Birding on Campobello BROCHURE PDF FORMAT
CAMPOBELLO TOURISM BROCHURE
CLICK HERE IF YOU REQUIRE FREE PDF READER (takes a little time)
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Lighthouse Lovers
East Quoddy Lighthouse
Mulholland Point Light
Mulholland Lighthouse
Overlooking Lubec Narrows, the town of Lubec, an old lobster pound, and including a picnic area, it provides a wonderful view, with a great chance of seeing seals swimming in the channel. Both the Muholland Light and Lubec Channel Light can be seen from this area. "Old Sparky" can also be viewed from the Roosevelt International Bridge.
East Quoddy Lighthouse
East Quoddy Lighthouse
During the season, you're apt to see whales feeding offshore. If they're close enough, and the wind is blowing in the correct direction, the whales' spouting can even be heard.
Although it's dangerous and rough, for about two hours when the tide is out, the hearty and adventuresome visitor can climb the steep, slippery metal ladders, and walk on the ocean floor.
Then, across two middle islands-- connected by a short, wooden bridge--and then again down a steep ladder to cross a rocky, wet, seaweed-covered inter-tidal zone, and then finally out to the lighthouse itself!
East Quoddy Lighthouse
EAST QUODDY LIGHTHOUSE
PRESERVATION GROUP
The East Quoddy Lighthouse
Faithful Lady of the Bay Of Fundy looks out over the Bay of Fundy, and is probably the most photographed lighthouse in the world!
DANGER WHEN CROSSING TO THE LIGHTHOUSE
Heed the signs. Do not take any risks.
If you become stranded on the islands by the tide, wait for rescue!
In the past, former lightkeepers have lost their lives by misjudging the strong, frigid, fast, racing tidal currents, and the tide pressurized pebble ocean floor when trying to make the crossing.
Do not wade in the water.
LUBEC CHANNEL LIGHT
THE SPARK PLUG
Channel Lighthouse
Old Sparky as is known affectionately by the local residents of Campobello Island and Lubec, Maine, was established in 1890. The 53 ft tower stands guard in the middle of the narrow strait of water which separates Lubec from Campobello Island. It was automated in 1939.
WEST QUODDY LIGHTHOUSE
West Quoddy Lighthouse
Construction of this historical light, in Quoddy Head State Park, was approved by Thomas Jefferson in 1860. The original tower was completed and put into service in 1808. In 1858, the tower was replaced with the current one and a keeper's house was added.
The current tower has 15 stripes--8 red and 7 white.
The peppermint stripes make it a special focus for avid painters, photographers and writers and this light is visited by many during the summer months.
The West Quoddy Head Light Keepers Association of Lubec, Maine, whose purpose is to preserve the history of the light and its keepers, lease the former keepers house, adjacent to the lighthouse, in which they have created a Visitor Center, Museum and Art Gallery. Be sure to visit them and take some fine photographs at the easternmost point of the U.S.A.
West Quoddy Head Light Keepers Association
PHOTOGRAPHERS AND ARTISTS
If you have not visited Campobello Island, you are truly missing an adventure in feasting of the eye.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and when you visit this island, you will not know where to look as every angle, every vista is breathtaking in its purest natural form.
It is a photographer’s paradise, an artist’s dream, and the many by-ways,nature trails, beaches and look out points are all there waiting to be captured by lens or brush.
During the summer, the cooler breezes welcome the weary traveler to the comfort of soft warm summer breezes and cool nights.
The scent of seaweed brings closer the reality of the surrounding ocean.
The area abounds with the vitality of nature, and in every nook and cranny on the island, there is a picture to commit to paper or film.
DON'T FORGET TO VISIT CAMPOBELLO ISLAND IN THE SPRING!
The lupines grow in colourful profusion along the by-ways, hills and open meadows!
The air is fragrant with the scent of flowers, new buds and the crisp, tangy ocean breezes!
Spring in Campobello is a symphony of colour! The rebirth of nature at it's finest!
Nature paints a beautiful landscape.
THE ISLAND IS
PERFECT FOR HONEYMOONERS!
CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES!
FOR EVERYBODY!
SUMMER IS A PERFECT TIME TO VISIT!
During the summer, the temperature is almost perfect!
Cool nights and warm days make hiking, beachcombing, bird watching,sketching and whale watching perfect!
The lazy summer days will give you ample opportunity to explore the beaches, trails and secret coves.
And time to rock hound, collect driftwood, pick flowers, hike along the ocean trails, kayak, go whale watching, sketch and paint, photos are around every bend, take the ferry trips, visit nearby villages and towns, shop and browse through galleries, fish off a pier, explore, pick up crafts and artisan works from the area, or just to kick back, relax and enjoy!
Daily ferry trips to Deer Island, St. George and St. Andrews make this holiday very special.
The deep waters of the Bay of Fundy sparkle under the summer sun, and the clouds drift by lazily - enticing you to stay forever!
DON'T FORGET TO VISIT US IN THE FALL!
During the fall months, when many visitors are traveling in the area to see the changes of the trees, Campobello is a must visit.The air is crisp and cool with just a hint of winter on it’s delicate breath.
The colours of fall are warm and inviting, as are the hot chowders and fish dinners in the local restaurants mingling with the enticing fragrance of freshly baked rolls.
Fall in Campobello Island, is a rare treat and delight!
WINTER ON CAMPOBELLO IS SPECIAL!
For even during the winter months, the lighthouses and island still shine with a beauty all their own!
East Quoddy in winter
The island glistens under the soft blanket of white snow and the crisp moonlit nights are magical! The stars hang in the sky on a crisp winter's eve, like ripe plums waiting to be picked.
A Perfect Winter Playground OR experience a magical island Christmas!
CLICK ON TOP PHOTO FOR PHOTO SLIDE SHOW
COME AND STAY ANY TIME OF THE YEAR!
At any time or season, the island will capture the hearts of artists and photographers from all corners of the world!
Campobello Island is untouched by the rush of modern day living.The peace and quiet will refresh you!
You will lose your heart and come back time and time again!
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Roosevelt Campobello International Park
CAMPERS AND HIKERS
16 km (10 miles) of trails are found on the grounds of Franklin Roosevelt's former summer "cottage".
Access fees: No Charge - N/A
Trail map: Web site:
Campobello International Park
TRAILS
Visitor Center to Friar's Head For those who would rather walk. Pleasant walk. Relatively easy.
Tourist Information Center to Fox Farm Moderately difficult with hills and gullies.
Fox Farm to Upper Duck Pond Relatively easy. Trail follows the border of a small estuary and emerges at the Upper Duck Pond Parking lot.
Upper Duck Pond to Cranberry Point Easy. Trail is road between Upper Duck and Cranberry Point picnic site.
Cranberry Point to Fox Farm Relatively easy. Trail weaves between forest and shore.
Raccoon Beach to Sunsweep Sculpture and Liberty Point Park’s most difficult trail. Many ups and downs.
Liberty Point to Lower Duck Pond Moderately difficult. Ups and downs. Interesting trail.
Lower Duck Pond to Raccoon Beach Flat, easy trail. Travels through interesting hardwood areas.
Lower Duck Pond to Upper Duck Pond Long hike but relatively easy. Trail lies on shore for most of its length.
Watch for Seals and other wildlife
Explore lighthouses and rocky cliffs!
PARK WALKING TRAILS
ROOSEVELT INTERNATIONAL PARK
Brochures on line
Roosevelt Campobello International Park A general informational brochure – English
Le Parc international Roosevelt de Campobello A general informational brochure – French
Roosevelt Cottage
Roosevelt Summer Home Brochure
Birds of Campobello
Park Bogs
A Geological Tour of the Park
DOWNLOAD MAP OF CAMPOBELLO HERE Campobello Tourism Map Download
ADOBE FREE PDF READER DOWNLOAD (download may be slow)
*GOLFERS**
Herring Cove Provincial Golf Course
136 Herring Cove Road, Welshpool, NB E5E 1B8
Herring Cove Provincial Park
Because this course has nine holes two sets of tee markers are used for the men.
From the blue tees the hole is a straight away 407 yard par four,from the whites it's 388 yards.
The second hole is a straightaway par four: 392 from the blues, 341 from the whites.
The third hole is a first par five. It's 528 yards from the blues but 550 yards from the whites, dog leg left.
The fourth hole, is a short par four. There is a pond that runs down the left side of the fairway that stops about 180 yards from the blue tees and about 210 yards from the white tees.
The fifth hole is a first par three. From the blue tees this hole is 227 yards and from the white tees it is 195 yards.
The sixth hole is a par four, 374 from the blue tees and 352 from the white..This hole has only one trap.
The last is a par three. From the blue markers it’s 177 yards. From the white tees it’s 235 yards.
Number eight is their signature hole. The blue tees 297, the white 261. This is a reachable par four.
The nineth hole is straightaway par five: 493 yard from the blues, 522 yards from the whites.
THE GOLF COURSE PRO SHOP IS OPEN SEASONALLY
THE SHOP IS ADJACENT
TO HERRING COVE GOLF COURSE AND RESTAURANT
UP THE HILL FROM THE CAMPGROUND
RESTAURANT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Telephone: (506) 752-7010
Fax Number (506) 752-7012
Email Address
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The Campobello Tourism Association is a non profit organization comprised of local entrepreneurs who works for the development, marketing and promotion of the island. Their goal is to encourage tourism providers to provide stellar tourism services, and to assist with the growth of local tourism enterprises & island economy.
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