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Maritime Explorer:Islands of the Gulf   
September 25 – Octobe
 
r 2, 2010 aboard
the Clipper Adventurer 
© Dennis Minty, 2009
 
I
magine yourself in the world’s largest estuary. A place on the planet that is simply anatural wonder. An ecosystem set apart, this vast expanse of water and its islandsare home to an astonishing diversity of marine mammals, birds and human cultures. Now envision yourself on journey by sea exploring the beauty and wonder of this greatlandscape. Our Maritime Explorer: journey in the Gulf Islands is designed to do justthat. With the guidance of Canada’s leading experts we will set out to witness, participateand revel in the great beauty of this land. Biologists, historians, geologists, musiciansand photographers will help you better understand and see the mighty gulf of the SaintLawrence.Shaped by an array of factors: freshwateter runoff, seasonal ice, shallow depths with deep
trenches, partial isolation from the Atlantic and a pattern of vertical mixing we nd an
environment of high biological productivity. The nutrient rich waters are one of the mainfeeding grounds for North Atlantic Whale species. From the deck of Clipper Adventurer we may experience the carnivorous toothed whales, baleen whales and seals. Perhapswe will catch a glimpse of the endangered blue whale, deep feeding sperm whale or the playful porpoises, dolphins and seals. For photographers and avian admirers alike, theecological reserves of Bonaventura Island and Cape St. Mary’s are sure to be voyage
highlights. Here we will hike out to some of the world’s most accessible and signicant
gannet colonies. We also anticipate impressive sightings of the areas Inshore, pelagic,waterfowl and shorebirds.Where there is natural abundance there will be human habitation, and with a lengthyand turbulent history First Nation, Francophone and Anglophone people have all calledthis region home. On our journey we will have the great pleasure of visiting, the Islandof Newfoundland, Quebec, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia and the French islandsof Saint Pierre and Miquelon. Each stop is carefully planned to help us experience thecommon thread that unites these stunning North Atlantic islands and their distinct regionaldifference.
CANADA’S PHOTOGRAPHY COMMUNITY
PHOTO
CLUB
© Dennis Minty, 2009
 
Day 1: Corner Brook/Bay of IslandsDay 2: Iles de la MadeleineDay 3: Perce/ Bonaventure IslandDay 4: PEIDay 5: Cape BretonDay 6: Newfoundland South CoastDay 7: Saint Pierre & MiquelonDay 8: Cape St. Mary’s & St. John’s
Our Intended Itinerary 
“Safety was top priority for staff and itshowed; next to that was knowledge andenthusiasm exhibited by all (staff andresource staff). This trip was not onlyeducational but a lot of fun! Also, greatchoice in cabin mate for me-thanks. Thanksfor a wonderful time; I will never, never forget it!!!”
 - Sue – Ghost Coast: Wild Labrador 2008
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The Captain James Cook Monument, a National Historic Site, at Cornerbrook 
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Experience one of the most importantornithology sites in the gulf of St-Lawrence atBird Rock Sanctuary in Grosse-Île
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Visit the nesting place of 300,000 seabirdsat the Bonaventure Island and Percé Rock  National Park 
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Visit the home of Anne of Green Gables
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Relive the glory days of New France in 1744at the Fortress of Louisbourg National HistoricSite
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Visit the only Tagh Dubh (Blackhouse) in North America at Highland Village CapeBreton
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Pay a visit to France at the tiny island of St.Pierre
Highlights
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father mike carvell FOURTH PROPHET F...

terrific great beautiful work thanks much

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CindieLynneAKACIn

Thank you for sharing-Much light and peace-CIn

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