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Two Night Photography Outings in Halifax, Nova Scotia

On August 14, 2019August 29, 2021 By GeoKsIn Nova Scotia, Photography1 Comment

With just two days allocated to Halifax and the surrounding area, we planned two night photography outings to make the most of our limited time: Halifax Harbour and the Halifax Explosion Memorial Bell Tower.

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Out and About in Halifax, Nova Scotia

On August 11, 2019 By GeoKsIn Nova Scotia4 Comments

With just one full day to explore Halifax, it's possible to craft an itinerary that includes history, architecture, beautiful outdoor spaces and walking paths. Our top picks: Halifax Central Library, a walk along the harbour front, Halifax Citadel and the Halifax Public Gardens.

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Out and About in Osoyoos, BC

On April 21, 2018 By GeoKsIn British Columbia2 Comments

Mid-April is an ideal time to enjoy a couple of early spring days in the sunny Okanagan: apricot trees are blooming, lawns are green, bright patches of spring flowers brighten front yards and all manner of water craft are out on the ice-free lakes. With Calgary under snow cover for the sixth consecutive month, a …

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Out and About at Sparkling Hill

On November 27, 2015January 8, 2017 By GeoKsIn British Columbia2 Comments

In between all the other activities we enjoyed at Sparkling Hill Resort, I found time to be out and about exploring the trail network in the area. The map available in each guest room shows 8 trails covering a total of 12.5 km (7.5 miles). They are named for wildlife in the area (e.g. Falcon …

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Sparkling Hill Resort

On November 26, 2015January 8, 2017 By GeoKsIn British Columbia2 Comments

I'm just back from Sparkling Hill Resort where I enjoyed a few fantastic days. It was a girls' getaway, with my mom, sister and sister-in-law, all organized by my SIL (which, by the way, also stands for strong independent lady - a description that definitely applies). She booked two rooms for two nights. The package …

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