Weekend Wrap-Up Feb. 2-4, 2018

Get out and Take the Roof Off Winter! This weekend in Nova Scotia, see what Shubenacadie Sam has to say, go up a mountain, try out snowshoes, or taste some delicious. If you have been missing our Weekend Wrap-Up Roadtrip Recommendations…this Wrap-Up is full of frosty family adventure!

 

1. This weekend begins on Thursday with the free screening of the classic Bill Murray film, Groundhog Day at Alderney Landing. Doors open at 7:30, only a limited amount of tickets will be available at the door, so if you haven’t already got yours from a Downtown Dartmouth business, we suggest arriving early. Yes, it’s free. Yes, you still need a ticket. Repeat this GHD theme on Friday at Shubenacadie Wildlife Park and see what Shubenacadie Sam sees…his shadow? If he does, we are in for six more weeks of winter; however, we know that beyond a shadow of a doubt, either way, spring will arrive…eventually. All activities at the park begin at 7 and are free. Sam will come out at 8 sharp to make his spring prophecy.

 

2. Hit the slopes at Ski Martock! There is a lot going on up the mountain this weekend. To get there, take Highway 101 towards Windsor, veer off inland on Highway 14, and follow the signs to the mountain. An all-day lift and rental pass is $59.95 for adults, $49.95 for those 15 and under. Check out Burton Riglet Snowboarding—a snowboard park for kids 12 and under designed to get families riding together.If you’re there on Saturday, from 1-2 add your angels to the Canada-wide challenge! The Canadian Ski Patrol is trying yet again to break the Guinness World Record for Snow Angels.On Sunday watch the sick moves at the Slopestyle Competition. The freestyle comp will be going on all day, from 8:30-4, and the rivalry really gets going at 12:30.

 

3. Take the roof clean off winter by going on a Guided Snowshoe Hike presented by Hike Nova Scotia. This weekend there are hikes in Avondale, Annapolis Royal, and more places, but the particular hike we would like to send you on is at the Deanery in Lower Ship Harbour. The Deanery Project is located 60 km east of Halifax just 4 km off Highway 7. The hike takes place on Sunday at 1:30, you can arrive early when lunch is served at 12:30 for $6. Snowshoes can be provided, you may request them when you pre-register by emailing court.amber00@gmail.com or calling 902-845-1888. The hike will be led by outdoor educator Steve Abbott and will include an introduction to winter plants and wildlife identification, it is 5km return and listed as easy in terms of trail difficulty. It’s free but donations will be gladly accepted. For more information on this and other hikes, check out Hike Nova Scotia’s Guided Snowshoe Hike Schedule.

 

4. And now, for something completely tasty and free! Rousseau Chocolatier is having a Grand [re]Opening at 5151 South Street. They will be handing out free treat samples (and more!) all day on Saturday from 10-4. Cavicchis’ Meats in St. Margaret’s Bay is collaborating with Taste of Mauritius Spices and cooking up some stunning dishes to share on Saturday from 11-5:30.