Beautiful park with lots of history, every time we go we find trails we haven't seen before!read more

This park really has something for everyone on your list, including your dog if you have one. There…read moreare a few ways to get into this large park set along the Shubie Canal system. You can bike there from Downtown Dartmouth in about 15 minutes either going down Waverly Road or entering just past Mic Mac Mall. This is my usual route, but it is also very accessible by car with lots of parking at both main entrances. When you get there you are greeted by well-maintained trails, lovely lakes and paths that take you off into the woods and along the old Shubie Canal system. There are lots of animals in the park and they are very tame and well fed. They might just follow you around a bit which can be a bit strange but just go with it. There is also a great off-lease dog park that is very popular, maybe a bit too popular at times but if you have a dog that likes to go off lease you will enjoy it. The best part of this park is that it is big enough that even though it can get busy it is very easy to vanish into the wood and explore.

Hard to believe no one else has reviewed this little gem of a park. Nestled smack dab in the middle…read moreof the what I like to call "Halifax Heaven", this park may be small in size but it is big in potential for lazily watching the world go by for hours and hours on end. You won't find any playground here (unless you count the mounds of leaves during the fall or the opportunity to build the perfect snowman during the winter) but you will find ample room to lay down a blanket, bring a few good books and spend some quality time with your little ones. Don't have any little ones in tow? Bring the one you love and snuggle up under the shade of a tree during the summer while sharing a few slices of Salvatore's pizza or an iced drink from Julien's or Starbucks. Every winter there is a Christmas tree lightening festival that is pretty awesome. On the hottest of days you might find me under the shade of a tree with laptop in tow watching a movie, picnic on hand, watching the people come and go... It doesn't get any better than that my friends.

A nice little park in the North End Hydrostone neighbourhood. One of my favourite things to do in…read morethe Summer is hop on my bike and explore the city. Usually followed by a coffee break and a bit of park relaxation. When my travels take me to this part of the city I park the bike and relax in this little park. Perfect for people watching, grabbing some shade and enjoying the Hydrostone. There are lots of shops near by, plus a bakery and two coffeeshops, so take some time and explore the neighbourhood followed by a nice break in the sun.

In the fall I spotted a poster on the community board at MEC (which I have never looked at before),…read moreadvertising a "fall colours" hike on McNab's Island. I was new in town, so I was feeling that particular type of adventurousness that leads you to follow up on these things, and marked the date on my calendar. A few months later the date arrived and at the last minute I managed to convince a friend to go with me. I unfortunately convinced her to do this while we were out for drinks the night before, which meant we were both still foggy when we got to the waterfront early the next morning. I was so tired that I seriously considered not going, but what luck that I did. We joined a growing group of strangers on the dock, paid $6 for our tickets, and got on the boat. Friends of McNab organize this day-hike every year and it's definitely worth checking out. For a nearly free ticket we were ferried across the harbour to McNab island, about which I now know all sorts of fun facts, and led on walks but people who knew all about the history, ecology and, for those interested, literary history of the place. Such a deal and such a great way to spend an afternoon. I will be watching for posters again next year.

Arrived into Halifax, NS this summer and was so happy to discover Kattuk Expeditions was opening an…read moreAdventure Base for Sea Kayak Tours and bicycle rentals WITHIN metro Halifax in beautiful Fisherman's Cove! It is fantastic to now be able to experience a mid-morning or early evening sunset kayak tour in a pristine wilderness setting and not have to rent a car to get there from downtown Halifax! I've taken either ferry across the harbour with my bicycle for a cost of only $2.50 and then rode the bike trails/streets or I've asked for a free transfer for bus #60 to Fisherman's Cove. If you are a tourist with a car, or local, the drive is only 15-20 minutes and there is lots of free parking. I highly recommend Fred and his company and have thoroughly enjoyed this 'hidden gem' of Halifax : )

From the owner: We specialize in corporate team building events,day adventure camps for schools, wilderness…read moreeducation.

360Fit is AMAZING!…read more This little gym is in Burnside, which makes it really convenient for me. They've got great hours and there's always a lot of options for classes. Devin and his staff are friendly, fun, and they know what they're doing! 360Fit does personal training but also has some fabulous classes. Now, keep in mind, these are NOT Goodlife classes, people! Don't get me wrong, I do enjoy Goodlife classes, but these are so much more! The classes are small and the instructors are fabulous. You'll really get to know them and work hard. They know how far to push you and will cheer you on the whole way. The positive attitude and welcoming environment make 360Fit an AWESOME place to workout! Check it out - it's seriously the BEST gym in the city!

Purchased a "Group On" for 10 classes to this gym prior to Christmas. Have heard lots about the gym…read moreso thought this was a great time to try it out. After my first 2 classes I knew without a doubt this was for me. I immediately cancelled my Goodlife membership. I have only been there for 5-6 classes and when I walk into the gym its all smiles from the trainers and "Hey Jordan, good to see you again". You can tell all the trainers and staff care about all their members. The classes are hard but the trainers do give options to make sure everyone at all levels of fitness can reach their goals. This is the first time when I am so sore the next day that I am dying to go back for more. If you are looking for a great workout, friendly/helpful staff and convenient location, this is your gym! Try it for yourself. Give them a call! #dontfighttheawesome

Every summer this is my go to place Saturday and Sunday mornings. Free canoeing for an hour ! And…read moreyou can usually get an hour and a half / 2 hours if you go two hours before close! All you need to do is assign a waiver and give them your ID and when you come back they will return everything to you. They are absolutely kind hearted and lovely people and willing to help out if you've never done it. Even if you have canoed before, they are super helpful with wind tips! They also have paddle boarding, paddle nights and a slew of other activities (kayaking is a different day and there is a small fee). I'd recommend this to anyone, I've seen young children on paddle boards and siblings canoeing alone - unless you're acting a fool it's definitely a safe environment! The view is absolute stunning - a great way to relax!

St. Mary's Boat Club is a little-known recreational facitlity in the heart of Halifax, where…read moreHaligonians can take part in canoeing, kayaking and sailing, regardless of their level of experience. I just discovered the weekly Wednesday evening paddle, where, for just $10, anyone can enjoy an evening exploring the waters of the Northwest Arm. The program only runs until the end of September, but will start again in spring when - hopefully - the troublesome pollution issues in the harbour will be resolved. The kayaking staff are really friendly, knowledgeable, and safety-conscious and offer beginners a full instruction session before letting them loose on the water! St. Mary's also has three asphalt tennis courts and a lawn-bowling facitlity, in addition to the clubhouse itself, which can be rented for banquets, receptions and other events.

Get more bang for your buck ! Workout in your own private gym,one on one with Mathew Benvie (BA…read moreHK,CPTN) and you get exactly what you pay for...results ! Instead of wasting time and money on an expensive personal training package at a big box gym go see this guy ! He will design a routine for you, keep you on task,work you as hard as you can and get you the results all in his private gym with no super fit people around to stare you down ! He doesn't push supplements etc. and he's an all around great guy and fabulous coach.I LOVE my workouts with Mathew and look forward to going every time... : )

Well, it's only been two week thus far exercising with the Benvie brothers and Alan at Evolve…read moreFitness. And I must say, they have honestly been the best workouts of my life. I am not new to exercising and have been loyal for the last 5 years to one particular gym here in HRM. But by far they have exceeded my expectations and are hands down the BEST gym in Halifax. They are extremely attentive to their members and give them the best knowledge to live a healthy and fit lifestyle every day. I will continue to highly recommend people I meet to reach out Matt and Mitch and give their gym a try, you won't be disappointed and you'll achieve some serious results!

Since my first 'trial-run' of Core Essentials, I'm happy to report that I've picked up my first…read moreten-pack and am fully addicted to their TRX Camps. I know, right? Me, the anti-gym bunny, actually looks forward to fitness classes now. What is this world even coming to? The TRX Camps take only 45 minutes out of my day and pass without making me ever feel like I can't keep up or that I'm failing which is key in keeping me motivated...I'm not the kind of guy who likes to get screamed at by overenthusiastic trainers while trying to get my fitness on. I like the kind of people who can look me in the eye, understand that what they're telling me to do isn't as fun as eating cookies, but convince me that I'll thank them later. And that's pretty much what happens. Even though I don't feel completely wrecked during the workout, by the time I make it out to my car afterward every muscle in my body is shaking. Helps me feel like my super focused workout is getting me more bang for my buck than trying to figure out my own free-weight program and routinely giving up halfway through. The classes are typically led by Laurissa, the owner, with about four or five other people which makes for a friendly, welcoming, and personalized experience. I can tell Laurissa where my weak points are and she can customize the workout to make sure I still get the benefits without putting my body at risk. I've completely drank the Kool-aid!

I have been going to Core Essentials for about a year and half and I am in love with this place…read more I've done personal training one-on-one with a trainer, with my partner, and have had the unlimited class pass for about year and it is totally worth it. The classes are small and you are able to workout at your own pace in a positive environment. The trainers are very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. You definitely should try; There are often monthly deals so check the website for promotions to try out Core Essentials. Take a