See. Thrombolite Walking Trail See 650-million-year-old bun-shaped rock formations, Earth's first oxygen-releasing creatures. Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve Visit North America’s most accessible seabird rookery, home to northern gannets. Mullet Brook Miniature Village Stop at this roadside display of handmade model houses and buildings.
Eat. Ches's Enjoy traditional fish and chips, a local favorite in the St. John's area. The Big R Try classic fish and chips, a popular choice in the greater St. John's area.
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The tiny town of Flower’s Cove on Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula is one of only two places in the world where the fossilized remains of some of the Earth’s oldest and most primitive life forms can be found. Lining the shoreline of this tiny saltwater Cove are thrombolites — gray, bun-shaped rock formations estimated to be 650-million-years-old. Their name means “clotted structure.” Thr…
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Cape St. Mary’s is home to one of North America’s most accessible seabird rookeries. Bird Rock, in particular, hosts the continent’s third-largest nesting site and southernmost colony of northern gannets. Visitors can also spot a wide variety of other seabirds throughout the reserve. The visitor center offers information and, during open hours, provides access to their fast satellite Wi-Fi. Fre…
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This roadside miniature village began as a labor of love by a man who built and maintained a town of tiny model houses and buildings. After his passing, his son, who works as a scaffolder, took on the task of restoring and rebuilding the village piece by piece. Some of the original models have been removed due to wear and weather damage, but many are being replaced and reimagined. The display s…
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