Sugarloaf Provincial Park, Cambellton...

From the air

...New Brunswick, bicyclist flock to the place,
a brand new downhill course is theirs to race,
there are hiking trails in there too,
25km (15.5 miles) are yours to do.

The town is welcoming all who come in,
it's nice and quiet, no angry din;
it's our last day in New Brunswick, when we cross that bridge,
when we enter Quebec to see our next ridge.


The downhill bicycle track, yikes!




Walk right in!



Bathurst...

Bathurst where the Nepisquit River enter the sea.

...New Brunswick, a nice little stop,
lots of nice trees, with snow on the top,
already for guests come and enjoy;
at least that's the case for this good old boy.

More parks and walkways, oh what a treat,
I'm guessing for walkways New Brunswick can't be beat,
so good for walking, should I start a tour?
Walk on them all? But my legs are sore.

Pabineau Falls, Nepisquit River



The Shoreline Walkway



Miramichi....

Fly fishing on the Miramichi River

...New Brunswick, the place where they come to fish,
famous for fly fishing for an Atlantic Salmon on your dish;
natural beauty is just a part of the place,
and, for fishermen, it will put a smile on your face.

The river is legend, but Miramichi has proud people too,
because besides fishing there are lots of thing to do;
some earn a living in business on shore,
some fish the offshore waters, and more.

The town of Miramichi from the air



Fishing, not far upstream



Kouchibouguac National Park....

Sunrise in the park

...New Brunswick, here for another day,
hate to leave, could stay for a week, that's all that I can say;
so much to see, it's beyond belief,
we'll see more today, to my relief.

From bears, to moose and three kinds of whales for you
piping plovers, terns and herons too;
and scenery we haven't seen we'll have to pass,
on to more and better things, well...step on the gas!

Some of the shoreline



Grey Jay



...and, the ever popular Puffin (click on the photo)

Kouchibouguac National Park

Seals at rest, click on the photo


  ...New Brunswick, a very large park,
woods, bogs and shoreline, if you're out for a lark,
there are many trails and boardwalks, for us to use,
so, just stick around, and see which ones to choose.

Let start with the boardwalks, out to the bay,
and watch for some wildlife, we may see along the way;
we may be here for more than one day,
so let's look around.  What do you say?


Out in the bog (longer than Orono Maine)




I mean they're long!

 The way to pronounce the name is Kou-she-boo-gwack, that's Mi'kmaq (Micmac) for river of long
tides.
And another note: The old cyber hobo geezer that writes this stuff is 70 today!

Shediac....

Aerial view, part of Shediac

...New Brunswick, just across the bridge,
they have a lobster, it's too big for your fridge;
it's a symbol of how a living is made,
and they don't feel it should be made in the shade.

Hard working people - fishermen are,
just like those guys who get under your car;
or who drive that John Deere, day in and day out,
let's give all workers a thank you shout.


The Shediac Lobster, there's a person behind it, red shirt and yellow hat



Parlee Beach, Shediac



Moncton....

....New Brunswick, the "Hub City" of maritime Canada now,
communications, rail, health care all wrapped up here, wow:
located on the Petitcodiac River, but very near the sea,
there's a lot of everything that people would want to see.

Two universities, teaching hospital too,
sports teams of every type, waiting for a cheer and not a boo;
come up and see this place, it is special and unique,
you can stay a lot or a little, and there's no need to sneak.

Top: City Lights
Middle: the Petitcodiac River flows through the center of town.
Bottom: An aerial view of Moncton.

Fundy National Park...

...New Brunswick.  The is the home of high tides,
you should see it yourself, on one of your rides;
when the tide comes in, those rocks up there...
are nearly covered, 30 feet of water, ain't that a scare?

Bordered by New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Maine,
and the need for Tidal Power Projects remain;
tests are being done now with turbines under the sea,
and the natural beauty here is really something to see.

Top: Rock 'Islands" at low tide.
Middle(1): Dickson Falls.
Middle(2): Laverty Falls.
Bottom: A Fundy sunset, nice!

Saint Johns....

...New Brunswick, is pretty far to the east,
but we'll be going farther to see the beauty in the 'beast',
this is a large city, with all the comforts of home,
it's no wonder people stay here, and no longer need to roam.

There is a lot to offer, both of the old and new,
and you'll always question of what's the nicest view;
so if you'd like to settle in a city by the bay,
you could come right here, you might even want to stay.

Top: A bridge over a harbor entrance.
Middle: View of downtown area.
Bottom: A residential street, restored townhouses.

Saint Andrews....

....by the sea, a charming village and resort for all to see,
not an optical illusion, but a verifiable place by the sea;
just made to visit, but don't be in a rush,
there's just too much to see, or paint with a brush.

It's the "Bar Harbor" of New Brunswick, if you'll excuse the phrase,
and it gentle on the eyes, even in fog or smoky haze;
genuine and friendly, it's people aid you along,
just the kind of place you find, and feel that you belong.

Top: A view from just offshore.
Middle: Tide is out.
Bottom: Tide in in.

Saint Stephen....

...New Brunswick, we didn't go very far today,
just across the bridge, Calais isn't far away;
welcome to Canada, it will be adventure and fun,
from east to west for our Canada run.

Tehachapi just couldn't find a way to stay home,
it's in his bones and blood, this incessant need to roam;
what's around the corner, or down that road there,
all gas money and no brains, but at least he'll share.

Top: Saint Stephen and Calais, you can see the bridge.
Middle: The Chocolate Museum, the only one in Canada.
Bottom: Main Street, Saint Stephen.