We had an amazing time at Shubie River wranglers with Todd as our guide! With 2 hours of mud…read moresliding and tackling the waves, one person overboard and a steering wheel falling off, we still left with huge smiles on our faces. We told him to SEND IT and he did not disappoint! All the staff was friendly, knowledgable and made it a safe and fun experience that our group won't forget! We will be back next year for sure!

Fun. Wet. Wild. I had my doubts about tidal bore rafting…read more I'd turned down invites before. That was a mistake. I had a blast. Two hours simultaneously passed so quickly and felt like it lasted forever (in the best possible sense). We had a good, energetic group and a guide (Emmett) to match. He could read the group and gave us a great ride. I'm already talking to a few other friends about organizing a trip.

Never mind the fact that this is the martial art used in all the best martial art movies (The…read moreMatrix, Jet Li, Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee movies, etc), this is hands down the best overall martial arts class that I've taken. I love other martial arts too, but I love the traditional style, the mix of hand to hand, grappling, the flowing style and weapons like spear and sword! After taking this class, I find it hard to want to do any others.

Charming cabin restaurant tucked in the woods in Nova Scotia, about an hour outside Halifax, that…read morespecializes in all things maple. It makes for a nice pitstop if you are driving to/from New Brunswick. They make their own maple syrup and specialize in all things maple. If you don't like pancakes, this probably isn't the place for you. Everything on the menu is made with maple. If you have the time, there is a nice mountain trail just out the front door that apparently a lot of folks hike before eating. We couldn't fit it in but I bet it would have made the experience even better. My pancakes with maple roasted pecans were good, not mind blowing, but good. My coffee with maple whipped cream was good but I typically take it black and wasn't a fan of all the sweetness. They do feature some non-pancake items like maple baked Mac n' cheese that was apparently recently on the Food Network. Also, some kind of French toast. But we all went for the pancakes. Service on our visit was not super fast but everyone was very nice and the place was very busy. They have a store with syrup, their own maple porter, and other wares. Overall we enjoyed our visit to this picturesque spot.

Breakfast was good with delicious biscuits and pancakes. The collection of maple products on the…read moretable are many, such as maple syrup, maple butter, maple pepper and maple drinks. The add-on of blueberry compote could be a bigger scoop and I would happily pay another dollar to get more. If you go hiking on the trails in the area the breakfast is welcome stop before or after. You can buy syrup straight from the farm (or next door) here. The tour is fun for kids and might be more interesting if you go during the spring season.

Wentworth Provincial Park was my first stop inside Nova Scotia, and a true oasis for me after…read morerunning the gauntlet at the NB/NS border where they were screening for covid and demanded a vax certification before proceeding. Looking more like a highway rest stop, a la QC-style where you can see the activity from the highway as it sprawls along a mostly open space not far from traffic, Wentworth is considered a provincial park here in NS. I stopped and got out and went for a stroll as soon as I pulled in. There's a long dirt road that runs parallel to the highway to walk which ends at a creek entrance with a bridge to cross by foot. To clarify the intended use, here's a quote from their site: "Wentworth Provincial Park is a very popular day use picnic park with scenic views situated in Wentworth (Highway 4) in the Northumberland Shore region. The park is a popular area for bird watchers and offers wooded and open areas with a small meandering river and trails connecting to the Cobequid Mountain trails. Group use is available. Flush toilets." For me it was a nice rest stop and beer break before hitting the road on the way to Hantsport, Nova Scotia. Couldn't ask for a better and more restful stop!

If you're into adventure and the outdoors than you'll want to be sure to try out Shubenacadie River…read moreAdventure Tours. Be prepared to get wet in places you didn't even know you had, and definitely don't wear anything that you can't do without. Don't worry about trying to wear water-wear or protective gear because Adventure Tours will provide you with full rain-gear, rubber boots, life-jacket and a helmet upon your arrival. All you need to worry about is holding and trying not to swallow too much water :) You'll want to call in advance to find out when is a good time to go. Apparently they can determine the size of the waves based on the fullness of the moon - the fuller the moon, the crazier the rafting experience. Chances are that your boat will not flip over, however, there's a fair chance that somebody may fall out, this happens frequently and is not a big deal. In addition to the rafting you'll also have a chance to go mud-sliding, where you'll get ridiculously dirty and have a great time. After the rafting and mudslinging is over and you've worked up an appetite, Adventure Tours provides you with a BBQ and beverages, and you have a chance to sit down, relax and dry, or if you prefer, go for a dip in their swimming pool. You're guaranteed to have a great time!

Went today for a fantastic river trip his company. My husband and I along with our 9year old…read moredaughter and 80 year old uncle. We all had an unforgettable time! We laughed so hard riding the waves and being pummeled with the water. Such a fabulous way to spend a day in this beautiful part of Nova Scotia. I would highly recommend this trip, you and old alike.... Anyone up for an adventure will not be disappointed.

Such a beautiful place to go in fall! There are trails for the adventurous hiker (you'll definitely…read morebe out of breath if you take jacobs ladder either way) and for those a little less adventurous like myself. The waterfalls are absolutely stunning. Everyone who walks by nods or greats you - and you might even get a few licks from a few four legged acquaintances! I'd definitely recommend this for anyone, it's definitely a great time and there are tons of places for picnics (stone ovens included!) Can't wait to go back!

I'd heard about Victoria Park and its waterfall a year or two ago, but never actually found it…read more This past weekend was beautiful and we decided to take a drive and explore the old Highway #2. We ended up in Truro - and followed the little signs to the Park. Bottom line - well worth the 1-1 1/2 hour drive from Halifax. There's a great playground area for kids, an outdoor pool open from June for the summer, picnic spots galore, loads of parking and fantastic hiking. There's Jacob's Ladder - 175 very steep steps, or take a more leisurely stroll along a winding, stream with rapids that end at a terrific waterfall. I admit it. I'm a sucker for waterfalls, even if it's just a trickle of water escaping from a mountain side. Even though this one is nothing like Niagara Falls, it's a wonderful place to hang out. Next time I'll pack a picnic lunch.

OK, so this isn't exactly "business" (Yelp, you gotta broaden your horizons a tid), but it's…read moredefinitely something you'll want to put on your "bookmarks" page. The Cobequid Trail is approximately 11 km long, and finds its starting point near downtown Truro. Check out the website for a PDF map of the trail. Much of it is reclaimed from a defunct rail line and is covered with a medium density crushed grave. It's perfect for walking or biking (I love to bike it) because of the gentle elevation. No ridiculous hills to tax your constitution. Several lengths of the trail are wide open so if it's a windy day you're definitely going to feel it. There are benches or rest areas at regular intervals along the way and your scenic view will include both water frontage and agricultural visas. I've seen foxes and eagles in the area, but nothing too scary since it's almost in town. A very popular spot. The only downside -- and not enough that it'll lose a star -- is that it finds itself directly beside the rendering plant (http://www.rothsay.ca/about/rothsay/), which smells d-i-s-g-u-s-t-i-n-g, especially in the heat of summer. Another reason to bike the trail since you can whiz by it fairly fast. And another reason to be a vegetarian, Ugh. Thumbs down @ rendering. Definitely a must-add for the list of Truro activities, and it won't even cost you a cent!

My daughter and I have talked about doing this all summer. Reached out to them and got our…read moreappointment all booked for August 29 at 4 PM. There was four groups doing tandem skydiving when we arrived and we were the third group up. The instruction given beforehand was fantastic and done in a very lighthearted way so that everybody was put at ease. When it came time for us to take our turn, they helped get us all geared up. From there we were on the plane and we had an amazing trip up. The scenery is absolutely spectacular and one of the instructors did a great job speaking to my daughter before hand to keep her at ease. When it was time to jump everything went extremely smooth and it was the rush of a lifetime. The first couple seconds in freefall it's like nothing you've ever experienced especially with the ground coming rushing up at you. However, everything is done extremely professionally and once the shoot was pulled we floated our way down. The two people running this even come close enough for my daughter and I to wave at each other. It was the experience of a lifetime. I would absolutely recommend this to anybody. If you're going to do this, spend the extra to have it recorded. It would definitely be worth it.

"I'm bored of sitting in this plane, I think I'll see what happens if I step outside."…read more You may not have had that thought, but I sure have. So, it was off to Berwick, I went. You have two options: a five-hour training class so you can jump solo or a 30-minute session so you can jump tandem. Tandem does cost more but you get to go higher and are in and out a lot faster. Solo costs less and you can jump again for only a fraction of the price. I've actually gone twice. The first time, I took the training session. It was very complete; I truly felt confident for my first jump. The downside was having to wait. They only have two small planes and one was in for its annual checkup. The first time: Stepping out of the plane (no jumping here - you basically hang onto the wing of the plane until you're cleared to jump), I did have that moment of "Well, now this is clearly insane." Once I let go, however, I found it almost relaxing; just a nice gentle drift to the ground - no crazy stunt attempts for me! Safety is emphasized here (which you'd expect/hope). You are trained how to correct most of the common challenges; you have a back-up chute; you have an automated chute if you are unable for some reason to pull your own and a one-way radio so they can guide you down. When you're done, you receive a certificate of completion and an invitation to come back. The second time: This time I brought my friend Holly who wanted to try the tandem. I had contacted the owner/lead instructor in advance to confirm he could tandem with a blind diver. While he never had, he welcomed the challenge and was fantastic in person! He and Holly hit it off and she had a great time. Before I went up again, I got a crash (sorry) course to remind me of the key processes. Then up I went! More adventurous this time, I did some tight spins and had a blast. I'd highly recommend it to anyone looking for a little adventure.