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Guided Hikes & Events

  • Oct.16.Fri 10:00am Halifax Waterfront Food, Artisan And Vendor Market - Point Pleasant Park
  • Oct.17.Sat 09:00am Salty 7 Trail Race (Cole Harbour Heritage Park)
  • Oct.17.Sat 09:30am Sandy Lake Hike
  • Oct.17.Sat 10:00am Halifax Waterfront Food, Artisan And Vendor Market - Point Pleasant Park
  • Oct.18.Sun 09:30am McNabs Island Fall Foliage Tours

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