Shelburne County Nova Scotia Canada - Lobster Capital of Canada, Lighthouses, UFO Museum, Shelburne Historic Dock Street, Seafood Dining, Important Bird Area, Festivals, Black Loyalists, Hiking Trails

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National Geographic Traveler's
8th BEST Coastal Destination
in the World!
November 2010

Experience Nova Scotia at it's best in Shelburne County! Start your scenic coastal destination in the Lobster Capital of Canada!

Nothing you've heard about our magnificent oceanside environment compares to actually being here and seeing it for yourself. From our silver sand beaches to our rugged and rocky coastline dotted with our many lighthouses, from our working waterfront fishery to our serene lakes and rivers. Many who visit Shelburne County come back again, some to make their homes here. Our secret to hospitality....it's in our nature!

The Lighthouse Route journeys through an unforgettable landscape of coastal beauty and historic charm that has captured the hearts and minds of travelers for generations.
In June, the Shelburne County Lobster Festival gets under full swing. July is full of events featuring the annual Founders' Days , Women's Harmony Bazaar a festival of Women and Song, plus Canada Day celebrations in Clarks Harbour and Lockeport, regattas and sail races, the waterfront Parade of Lights. In August, Shelburne County is host to two exhibitions plus the popular Lockeport Sea Derby, and the Shag Harbour UFO Incident Festival.
September features our very own Whirligig Festival and Lights Along the Shore, which celebrates our many Lighthouses along the South Shore. All year long watch our events page for community breakfasts and suppers, plus live music & theatre at the Osprey Arts Centre all year long.

About two hours from Halifax, the area features many pristine beaches, fresh water rivers, woodlands and ocean vistas. It is rich in history and alive with arts and culture.

Here you can find wonderful places to stay, activities , including kayaking, boating, guided walking tours, museums, shopping & dining. Nearby there are terrific birding spots, lighthouses and beaches.

Visitors come from throughout the world to vacation in Nova Scotia, Shelburne County is the best place to see and experience Atlantic Canada's maritime life at its finest and we know you'll love it here!

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN SHELBURNE COUNTY!

Wednesday NIght Kitchen Party
Wood's Harbour Community Centre
Every Wednesday at 7PM.
Great night of Entertainment for the whole family!

SHELBURNE 50/50 DRAW

January 6 - A Place for Dory Mates Concert Series
Irish Mythen & Catahoula Brown
Lockeport Legion - 8PM
$10 advance tickets (Town Market) or $15 at the door

January 7 - Sandy Point Community Centre Breakfast
Sandy Point Community Centre - 8AM - 11AM
$7/adult and $3/child

January 7 - Youth Curling
Barrington Curling Club - Ages 9 +
11AM - 3PM (includes lunch)

January 7 - Hurricanes AAA - Major Bantam Hockey Game
6PM - Barrington Arena

January 13-15 - Open Bonspiel
Barrington Curling Club

January 14-15 - Men's Basketball Tournament
Shelburne Regional High School
Games start at 11AM and run all through the day

January 21 - Robbie Burns Dinner
6:30PM - 10PM - Royal Canadian Legion - Shelburne
$25/person - Call 875-7826 for tickets. Dress for the occasion!

January 21 - Sandy Point Community Centre Breakfast
Sandy Point Community Centre - 8AM - 11AM
$7/adult and $3/child

January 21 - Trivia Night
Barrington Curling Club - 7PM

January 28 - Keep the Heat On - Annual Osprey Musical Fundraiser
8PM - Osprey Arts Centre - $15/adult & $5/youth

January 30 -Shelburne County Figure Skating Club Canskate Festival
4:30PM - Barrington Arena

Discover our many Lighthouses. Posters are now available for $5 at different locations in the County. Including the Cape Sable Historical Society and the Barrington Visitor Information Centre. Call 637-2015 and ask for Suzy for more details.

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