Managed to get out on Saturday in the rain and drizzle for a few hours. Me and Trent paddled out around
An archaeological excavation in 1995 discovered
In 2001 excavations were begun on a recently-discovered Indian site that radiocarbon dated to between AD 720 and AD 960. Evidence of a camp was found with the remnants of a wigwam and hearth. Almost all of the tools were made from purple and blue royalties that came from a source in
John Guy's journal of 1612 suggested evidence of a Beothuk Indian camp on
In 1889 a cod fish hatchery was constructed which was the largest in the world and the first in
For more information on Dildo Island, visit http://www.baccalieudigs.ca/dildo_island.asp
On the beach in Dildo
Heading towards Dildo Head
Making the 1.35km crossing to Dildo Island
Looking at Dildo Island
On the beach on Dildo Island
Dildo Arm
Cliffs of Dildo Island
A seal, swimming on its back
Icefall on Dildo Head
Dildo Head
4 comments:
Great pics. I have a satellite picture of the complete rock in my office since 1988. But never been to NFLD. I was planning a river run in southern Lab and the pic of NFLD was part of my research. Anyway, what is the story on those paddles being used around Dildo. They look rather weak for control.
Thanks for the comments. You really should visit NL, its a wonderful place to paddle. The paddle you are referring to in the pictures is a traditional "greenland" paddle, the first paddles ever used for kayaking, developed over thousands of years. I'm far from an expert on their history and use, however there is a wealth of information on the web for making and using them, and in the hands of a skilled user, they are excellent for control. I haven't really used them much, I'm stuck on the Euro blade, and I use a Werner Corryvrecken.
Brian
I'm really inspired now after seeing your blog :) I really look forward to going there soon. Any idea when is the best time to go there for outdoor activities including Camping, hiking, kayaking, and more.
I love trying different kinds of food, is there any place special in NFL to try something that cannot be found anywhere else in Canada.
Ash
Hi Ash! Good to hear you are inspired. The best time of year to visit here would be July or August, its when the weather is best, and when you are most likely to see whales and icebergs (early July best for icebergs). Mallard Cottage restaurant in Quidi Vidi would be the best place to try local fresh food you won't find anywhere else.
Hope you enjoy your trip!
Brian
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