L’Anse aux Meadows

On October 18, 2019 By GeoKsIn Newfoundland & Labrador3 Comments

L'Anse aux Meadows is the only confirmed Norse settlement site in North America. The site was excavated in the 1960s, designated a National Historic Site in 1968 and then a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. The remains of eight buildings, along with artifacts such as wood debris, personal items and iron nails, led archaeologists to conclude Vikings settled here about a thousand years ago, for about a decade, and most likely used this temporary settlement as a base for exploration along the east coast of North America.

Hiking Gross Morne NP – Lookout Trail

On October 14, 2019 By GeoKsIn Newfoundland & Labrador2 Comments

After Zodiac excursions in Placentia Bay and Aviron Bay, we looked forward to going ashore for a short hike in Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The easy Lookout Trail was a great introduction to this fascinating part of Canada.

Zodiac Excursion – Aviron Bay

On October 11, 2019October 13, 2019 By GeoKsIn Newfoundland & Labrador1 Comment

Our first couple of days aboard the RCGS Resolute for One Ocean's Labrador and Torngat Mountains Explorer cruise took us to places that were not on the published itinerary. What a treat to get to places expedition cruises rarely venture! In fact our second Zodiac excursion was one of the scenic highlights of our trip!

Zodiac Excursion – Placentia Bay

On October 9, 2019 By GeoKsIn Newfoundland & Labrador4 Comments

Placentia Bay was not on the published itinerary for our 11-day Labrador and Torngat Mountains expedition cruise, but we appreciated the true expedition experience, including the opportunity to witness an at-sea bunkering operation and meet one of the residents of tiny Fox Harbour, NL.

Hiking Kananaskis Country – Chester Lake

On October 6, 2019 By GeoKsIn Kananaskis2 Comments

Chester Lake is a great shoulder season hike, can be done on snowshoes in winter, and has a lake for skipping stones, dipping toes or watching fish rise. It's pretty easy, with less than 400 meters elevation gain. And there are a few options to extend your hike past the lake: a loop around the lake, the Elephant Rocks, or continuing up to Three Lakes Valley.