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a better place than Shelburne County, the "heart of the South Shore". Many who visit us 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 county Lobster
Festival
gets under full swing. July is full of events featuring the annual
Founders' Days , Women's Harmony Bazaar featuring Rita MacNeil and Melanie Doane, plus
Canada Day celebrations in Clarks
Harbour and Lockeport,
regattas and sail races,
the waterfront Parade of Lights.In 2009 the Port of Shelburne will be host to Tall Ships. In August Shelburne County is host to two exhibitions, Lockeport Sea Derby, and the
Shag Harbour UFO Incident Festival. September features our very own Whirligig Festival and Lights Along the 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.
Just one hour drive
from the Cat Ferry from Bar Harbor and Portland, Maine and about two
hours from Halifax, the area features 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 and we know you'll love
it here.
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