That's for sure! LOL! In case you've been wondering where this Blogger has been, I'll let you in on a little secret ;o) DH and I had been in Newfoundland! Yes, you heard me right.
On July 29, we boarded the 10:25pm ferry and rode over through the night. We rented a four person berth so that we and our friends (T, K and their DS) could have someplace to lay our heads for the long journey. It was a good thing too because it was nuts! There were people laying everywhere but we were hunkered down in our dorm-like room with our own television and bathroom :o)
At 6am we arrived on the western side of The Rock only to find a mile long lineup at Tim Horton's and nowhere else to get a decent breakfast. Luckily it didn't take long for the fog to dissipate and the sun to shine but not a moose in sight along the highway. We were expecting one at every town with a Welcome sign but I guess that's not part of their contract. LOL!
Late afternoon, we arrived at our campground at Gros Morne National Park. Yes, this was a camping trip ;o) There were lovely wooded sites and we quickly laid claim to ours. It takes awhile to put up a tent, screen tent and bed but we've got things down pretty good now -
There wasn't much doubt as to who left piles of poop around our campsite but still, not one moose came out to claim their droppings.
We took Sunday off to relax and orient ourselves but on Monday we were ready to see the sights. After a 3 Km walk, we boarded a two hour boat tour of Western Brook Pond. All I can say is that it's SPECTACULAR! I've been through The Rockies but these mountains are just majestic. This is just a little taste of what we saw -
Newfoundland has such a rugged beauty to it and it's a photographer's paradise. Unfortunately I didn't take my good camera with me (too heavy to lug around) but I was quite happy with some of the pictures that came out of DH's work camera. He only has a 3x Zoom Nikon Coolpix and here is a sample of some of the pictures I took -
Stay tuned for more of our Newfoundland adventure :o)
On July 29, we boarded the 10:25pm ferry and rode over through the night. We rented a four person berth so that we and our friends (T, K and their DS) could have someplace to lay our heads for the long journey. It was a good thing too because it was nuts! There were people laying everywhere but we were hunkered down in our dorm-like room with our own television and bathroom :o)
At 6am we arrived on the western side of The Rock only to find a mile long lineup at Tim Horton's and nowhere else to get a decent breakfast. Luckily it didn't take long for the fog to dissipate and the sun to shine but not a moose in sight along the highway. We were expecting one at every town with a Welcome sign but I guess that's not part of their contract. LOL!
Late afternoon, we arrived at our campground at Gros Morne National Park. Yes, this was a camping trip ;o) There were lovely wooded sites and we quickly laid claim to ours. It takes awhile to put up a tent, screen tent and bed but we've got things down pretty good now -
There wasn't much doubt as to who left piles of poop around our campsite but still, not one moose came out to claim their droppings.
We took Sunday off to relax and orient ourselves but on Monday we were ready to see the sights. After a 3 Km walk, we boarded a two hour boat tour of Western Brook Pond. All I can say is that it's SPECTACULAR! I've been through The Rockies but these mountains are just majestic. This is just a little taste of what we saw -
Newfoundland has such a rugged beauty to it and it's a photographer's paradise. Unfortunately I didn't take my good camera with me (too heavy to lug around) but I was quite happy with some of the pictures that came out of DH's work camera. He only has a 3x Zoom Nikon Coolpix and here is a sample of some of the pictures I took -
Stay tuned for more of our Newfoundland adventure :o)
Great photos.
ReplyDeleteOooh.. you've been on an adventure! I always think of Tim Horton donuts when I think of Canada! I know that's the least of the interesting things on this post of course. Looks like you saw some lovely country!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a great time. I don't think it matters what camera you use, your pictures are always wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThe picture are just wonderful. Looks like a good time was had.
ReplyDeleteTeresa's Heartfelt Stitches
Great trip, and gorgeous photos!
ReplyDeleteI love freshair travels - with campings and views :)
Hugs,
Tatyana
My dream trip locations ~ Newfoundland and PEI... Thanks for sharing your pics :)
ReplyDeleteWow! What a fantastic trip!!!
ReplyDeleteWOW is all I can say. DH and I really want to visit NFLD. We have made it to P.E.I. Hopefully we can get there sometime soon. I look forward to more photos and stories of your trip.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you had a wonderful getaway, and the pictures are amazing! Such beautiful scenery!!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh such a beautiful part of the world.
ReplyDeleteHappy camping to you all.
Catherine
diamondc
Ah I wondered why you were quiet!!
ReplyDeleteI want to take that trip so bad!!! Rich and I have wanted to take the ferry to Newfoundland from Nova Scotia. Your pics are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos, Pumpkin. Love them. Glad you had a good time, but sorry you didn't see any moose. (What's the plural of moose? Moose? Mooses???)
ReplyDeleteTim Horton's . . . . makes me hungry for breakfast!
ReplyDeleteVery impressive Cathey! What a wonderfully relaxing vacation with your friends...
ReplyDeleteHappy Stitchin'
Terri
P.S. Love your progress with Christmas Rules!!!
beautiful scenery
ReplyDeleteI am so happy that you enjoyed your Nfld. trip. When we were there years ago, we too, found it to be a rugged beautiful place. You took amazing pictures. Great adventure!
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Mom
Sounds like you had a great time. Love all your pictures.
ReplyDeleteDenise
What a wonderful trip! The scenery is absolutely breathtaking!
ReplyDeleteStunning scenery, a magnificent trip
ReplyDeleteHow fun!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful landscape
My mom has been pestering me to visit Newfoundland for years--ever since their visit 20 years ago!! After seeing your lovely photos, it has moved up even higher on my list.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you had such a wonderful getaway, Cathey :)
Absolutely wonderful pictures. What a scenery!
ReplyDeleteI love your pictures!!! :D
ReplyDeleteBeautiful view =) I wish I was more of a camper kind of girl :p I do love the nature.. I like to spend the day outside but at night I want a safe "4-walls-bed" ;) heheheh
Beautiful pictures! Thank you for sharing!!! :D
What wonderful photos from the first part of your trip. My DH and I did a 24 day trip of Newfoundland a few years back and have always referred to it as a hidden treasure. We did the Western Brook Pond tour too. Wasn't it fabulous. Enjoy the rest of your holiday. Look forward to more photos.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos of NFLD! I have yet to have the pleasure first hand, in the meantime I'm enjoying is thru your pics!
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