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Guided Hikes & Events

  • Aug.6.Thu 06:00pm Bioblitz at Sandy Lake
  • Aug.7.Fri Kejimkujik Dark Sky Weekend
  • Aug.9.Sun 09:30am Discover McNabs Island: Shoreline Tour
  • Aug.14.Fri 10:00am Halifax Waterfront Food, Artisan And Vendor Market - Point Pleasant Park
  • Aug.15.Sat 10:00am Halifax Waterfront Food, Artisan And Vendor Market - Point Pleasant Park

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