FOOD: Fried Dough – An original Fundy Wonder

First posted on November 6, 2010 by Art Fried dough with wild strawberry jam or just slathered with real butter! It seems like yesterday rather than 60 years ago when I, my brothers, and every friend who was downwind would … Continue reading FOOD: Fried Dough – An original Fundy Wonder

SHIPS & SHIPPING – Whale Watching on the Ancient Windjammer Sylvina W. Beal out of Eastport, Maine

An aerial photo of the Sylvina W. Beal out of Eastport, Maine. Probably the only whale-watching windjammer in Maine. Off Campobello in the Bay of Fundy. Click here to see more versions Continue reading SHIPS & SHIPPING – Whale Watching on the Ancient Windjammer Sylvina W. Beal out of Eastport, Maine

HISTORY – Apparently the French even decorated their Grain Sacks back-in-the-day!! Check this out!

“Below is a delightful Printable Image Transfer to use on your French Grain Sack inspired Projects! I’ve taken a wonderful French Chicken Image and added it to an ornate Oval Wreath. The words “Le Poulet” (The Chicken) have been added … Continue reading HISTORY – Apparently the French even decorated their Grain Sacks back-in-the-day!! Check this out!

MONSTERS – Crew of the Schooner Madagasca Saw a Great Snake off Lubec, Maine

Imagine this!!! A real monster off Lubec. Maine. any idea what it might have been?? Click on the first image to enlarge and read. Or read and download the PDF here – CrewoftheSchoonerMadagascaSawaGreatSnake Continue reading MONSTERS – Crew of the Schooner Madagasca Saw a Great Snake off Lubec, Maine

WIKIBOOK – Go Downeast to Newfoundland and Labrador

Created before the pandemic, this wikibook outlines the attractions you could enjoy on a trip to Newfoundland and Labrador. Things may have change somewhat but still a great guide to use for a real or virtual trip. check it out … Continue reading WIKIBOOK – Go Downeast to Newfoundland and Labrador

‘My Octopus Teacher’ Stuns Audiences, Reinforces Power of Nature – EcoWatch

 Tiffany Duong Sep. 24, 2020 10:33AM EST In ‘My Octopus Teacher,’ Craig Foster becomes fascinated with an octopus and visits her for hundreds of days in a row. Netflix In his latest documentary, My Octopus Teacher, free diver and filmmaker Craig Foster … Continue reading ‘My Octopus Teacher’ Stuns Audiences, Reinforces Power of Nature – EcoWatch

MYSTERIES: New Hampshire mystery stone baffles the experts

Lake Winnipesaukee Mystery Stone at the New Hampshire Historical Society For its size New Hampshire seems to have a large number of mysteries and many of these are found in numerous writings online and offline. The current situation is keeping me close … Continue reading MYSTERIES: New Hampshire mystery stone baffles the experts

EXPLORE – Saint John Airport to Charlotte County – Getting There & Back

Lots to see during a simple  drive from the Saint John Airport to St. Stephen and St. Andrews and when you return on the divided highway. Saint John Airport to St. George / St. Andrews / St. Stephen Area 1. Welcome … Continue reading EXPLORE – Saint John Airport to Charlotte County – Getting There & Back

EDUCATION: Check out these FREE projects at Teachers Pay Teachers!

Teachers Pay Teachers is a great place for projects for distance learning at home or at School. Whatever your need, check it out and enjoy these FREE projects that you can download now! https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Archive-Atlantic/Category/FREEBIES-407677 DISTANCE LEARNING:Atlantic Salmon’s Journey. interactive fun … Continue reading EDUCATION: Check out these FREE projects at Teachers Pay Teachers!

EXPLORE: Sailing Atlantica with Bruce and Bonnie

Sailing the Gulf of Maine is a special adventure. We published this interesting blog post years ago. Still works today I think. For more exciting postings, visit Bruce and Bonnie’s Blog at: http://bbmarriott.blogspot.com/2008/02/bay-of-fundy.html ******************* Sunday, February 3, 2008BAY OF FUNDY … Continue reading EXPLORE: Sailing Atlantica with Bruce and Bonnie

EXPLORE: Planes and Things

Aviation extends over more than two thousand years, beginning with kite flying in China, attempts at tower jumping, balloons, moving forward to supersonic, and hypersonic flight by powered, heavier-than-air jets and more recently to unmanned drones. Leonardo da Vinci’s 15th-century … Continue reading EXPLORE: Planes and Things

LOOKING BACK – Now here is a trip I would like to take!! Secrets of Newfoundland

Abandoned mines and deserted islands, Zodiac boat rides and foraged meals … all this awaits you in Newfoundland. *********************************************** Join us for a week full of adventure, storytelling, and windswept landscapes. We’ll visit three of Newfoundland’s most unique and historic … Continue reading LOOKING BACK – Now here is a trip I would like to take!! Secrets of Newfoundland

EXPLORE – Put McAdam’s “Railway Pie” on things you REALLY REALLY must do.

Resurrected by the efforts of the locals and other supporters the McAdam Railway station has become an attraction that brings in thousands of visitors each year. We visited today and had their famous “railway pie”. That alone was worth the … Continue reading EXPLORE – Put McAdam’s “Railway Pie” on things you REALLY REALLY must do.

HUMO/UR – Linguists Impressed to Find Mainers Have Over 70 Swear Words for Snow!!

LIFESTYLE, MAINE, NEWS March 14, 2018 Orono — Linguists studying the distinct Maine dialect believe they’ve cataloged every possible swear word Mainers have for snow. Currently there are 73 swear words Mainers use to describe snow, but linguists with the University … Continue reading HUMO/UR – Linguists Impressed to Find Mainers Have Over 70 Swear Words for Snow!!

TREASURE: Did Captain Kidd bury treasure at Money Cove, Grand Manan?

It seems every island makes the claim that Captain Kidd buried treasure there and as this colourful story from 1930 shows, Grand Manan is no exception … and they have “Money Cove” to prove it. Click to access d4752-treasure_-the-legend-of-captain-kidds-treasure-at-money-cove-grand-manan.pdf Continue reading TREASURE: Did Captain Kidd bury treasure at Money Cove, Grand Manan?