Episode 1/24

@ Newfoundland Fort Amherst
Thor begins his tour of "Maples, Moose & Mounties - Newfoundland & Labrador" by downloading a map of specially chosen locations!
Newfoundland Fort Amherst
The original fort dates back to the 1700's but you won't find remnants of that here today, but you'll still be able to see the gunnery and some of the artifacts from World War II, when Fort Amherst was part of keeping the German U-Boats away. The current lighthouse on the Fort was constructed after the war and stands as a warning beacon to the ships at sea.

Episode 2/24

@ Newfoundland The Battery at St. John
"Have you seen this in our travel brochure, Thor? There's a town in Vancouver Island called 'Youbou'—the founders of its mill, Mr Yount and Mr Bounton, combined the first halves of their respective surnames to make Youbou in 1914."
dora grinned and thought about it for a minute. "I guess it's like Waitrose in England, from Mr Waite and Mr Rose."
"Waitrose isn't a town, though, dora."
"Edgar wishes it was!"
Newfoundland The Battery at St. John
Considered the welcome wagon of St. John's, the Battery is located at on the Signal Hill area, and seafarers pass the neighborhood before reaching St. John's proper.

Episode 3/24

@ Newfoundland St. John's City Scape
“If there's time at the end when we get back to the hotel tonight, I might do some initial sketches for a watercolour painting," ypmblessed said, offering Thor a maple syrup toffee from the bag and then unwrapping one for herself.
“That sounds like a good plan, ypmblessed!" said Thor.
Newfoundland St. John's City Scape
Color abounds in the city of St. John's. You'll see the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist rising above the rest, welcoming all.

Episode 4/24

@ Newfoundland St. John
"Hey, look at Shuswap in the brochure," said Bluey~*. "'The city's new claim to fame: the world’s largest treble clef. It is more than 42 feet (13m) high!'"
"Wow! Is there music to go with it?" asked Thor.
"Yup. The first notes of O Canada," responded Bluey~*.
"That's a lovely tune!"
Newfoundland St. John
Ready for a different vacation? Head over to St. John, the capital of Newfoundland. Founded in the 1600's the city is full of colorful row houses and deep history!

Episode 5/24

@ Newfoundland Avalon Shore
“What have you got in your rucksack, chendler?” asked Thor. “It looks very full!”
“I’ve come prepared for anything, Thor,” responded chendler. “There’s canvas deck shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops, sandshoes, walking boots, sandals, loafers—you name it, I’ve got it!”
Newfoundland Avalon Shore
Refreshing blue waters of the Avalon shoreline stretch for miles in either direction, don your bathing attire and take a swim, it's not nearly as cold as one might think!

Episode 6/24

@ Newfoundland Avalon Peninsula
“I'm enjoying the tour very much but it's getting quite cold, isn't it, Thor?” shivered Stripes.
“Here, wrap my scarf around yourself," replied Thor. "And you can look forward to a lovely mug of hot chocolate when we get back to our accommodation!"
Newfoundland Avalon Peninsula
The largest Peninsula in Newfoundland, you'll find about half of the population here. Bring your archeological tools with you, you can hunt some of the Precambrian fossils found here as well!

Episode 7/24

@ Newfoundland King's Cove Cliff
Thor opened his rucksack to change his hat. Heleena could see Thor had a large, floppy sunhat, a balaclava, a rain hat, a woolly bobble hat, a beanie, a deerstalker hat and a swimming cap!
“Did you bring a fez too?” Heleena asked Thor.
Newfoundland King's Cove Cliff
Layers of sedimentary rock create a cake-like display on the cliffsides of King's Cove. Geologists adore travelling here to see the layers of rock, formed over millions of years to study.

Episode 8/24

@ Newfoundland King's Cove
“Pass me the binoculars, Thor!” said Fino. "I think that's a Northern Cardinal just taking off over there! They stay in Canada all year round, you know."
Newfoundland King's Cove
Once a "huge" town of 345 residents, back in 1940, the population has dwindled to about 90 in 2016! So if it's a quiet place of solitude to come to and contemplate the meaning of life, this is the place for you!

Episode 9/24

@ Newfoundland Summer Vista
"I've bought so many souvenirs already my backpack's almost full!" said Choose a name.
"Me too!" said Thor. "It's great on this tour, isn't it?"
Newfoundland Summer Vista
Hiking around in the mountains, you'll come across the breath-taking sights of distant mountains, shimmering lakes and the smell of nature.

Episode 10/24

@ Newfoundland Drift Wood
“I don't know how to pronounce half of these place names, Thor!” said Sheba ruefully.
"Never mind," said Thor. "We'll look them up when we get back!"
Newfoundland Drift Wood
Driftwoods abound the shore lines of Newfoundland, begging to be taken home and used as an art sculpture in the yard. Alas, how to get it in the boot of the car? And oh, yes, clear customs? Better leave it and take a photo instead!

Episode 11/24

@ Newfoundland Sea Kelp Crags
“Hey, have you seen what the next stop is, Thor?” said glowy. "It looks fantastic!"
"I'll get my camera ready," said Thor.
Newfoundland Sea Kelp Crags
When the tide is low, you'll want to see if there are tidal pools of life nestled in the rocks here, but be sure to watch your paws, as the briny kelp can add to the slickness of the rocks here.

Episode 12/24

@ Newfoundland Cove
"Wasn’t it worth coming all this way, Thor," said Fyzbana, "for this experience alone?"
Thor, admiring the scene they were now in, heartily agreed!
Newfoundland Cove
Gone walking about the Peninsula, a traveler will surely find the beauty and harshness of the coastline, coming upon different coves, windswept and barren, except for the sturdy grasses growing there.

Episode 13/24

@ Newfoundland Sea Stairs
Thor was very happy to meet Tweety Pi here! They both swapped tales of their experiences of their travels so far!
Newfoundland Sea Stairs
Got your PetBit on? These steps are going to rack up the steps today, surely giving you enough to make your goal today. Be sure to stretch after, or you'll risk Charlie horses in the morning!

Episode 14/24

@ Newfoundland Fading Light
"Joonie! Chef said he's making beaver tails for our packed lunch tomorrow!" whispered Thor in agitation. "How horrid! We can't eat those!"
"Relax, Thor!" said Joonie soothingly. "It's a sugary pastry in the shape of a beaver tail, sprinkled with cinnamon or with jam spread on top! No pets are harmed!"
Newfoundland Fading Light
Is there a sound more comforting than to stand on shore and listen to the swelling waters lap the shore, whispering to your soul?

Episode 15/24

@ Newfoundland Bonne Bay
Oh look ... a Canadian pet!
Newfoundland Bonne Bay
Standing on point, the lighthouse at Bonne Bay is one of many interesting things to see and do while visiting. Fancy yourself a day on the bay exploring? Boat tours will guide you around, telling of the history and some folk lore! Be sure to bring your sunscreen and binoculars!

Episode 16/24

@ Newfoundland Gros Morne Park
“Shall we stop and eat our packed lunch here, Thor?” asked matty .
“Yes, it seems a good spot, matty! Let's perch on those tree stumps there! I can't wait to sink my teeth into those slices of bannock!"
Newfoundland Gros Morne Park
While strolling the country side, you're sure to want to visit the Tablelands of Gros Morne Park, christened a National park in 2005. Unique vistas and diverse eco-systems await you when you come!

Episode 17/24

@ Newfoundland Tableands by Sea
“Oh hello, Thor!” cried Sophia. “Didn’t we bump into each other at the Fiat racetrack in Turin last month? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it?”
Newfoundland Tableands by Sea
Tableands by sea offer a new perspective of the Gros Morne National Park. enjoy seeing them from a distance, getting an idea what the hike will entail tomorrow!

Episode 18/24

@ Newfoundland Port Harmon
"Hey, look at Shuswap in the brochure," said Hoots. "'The city's new claim to fame: the world’s largest treble clef. It is more than 42 feet (13m) high!'"
"Wow! Is there music to go with it?" asked Thor.
"Yup. The first notes of O Canada," responded Hoots.
"That's a lovely tune!"
Newfoundland Port Harmon
All aboard! Taking the water taxi from one port to another is a grand adventure, chatting with fellow travelers, comparing points of interest, and making notes of where to go, and what not to bother with!

Episode 19/24

@ Newfoundland Marina
"Have you seen this in our travel brochure, Thor? There's a town in Vancouver Island called 'Youbou'—the founders of its mill, Mr Yount and Mr Bounton, combined the first halves of their respective surnames to make Youbou in 1914."
Mae grinned and thought about it for a minute. "I guess it's like Waitrose in England, from Mr Waite and Mr Rose."
"Waitrose isn't a town, though, Mae."
"Edgar wishes it was!"
Newfoundland Marina
Because so much of Newfoundland is sitting on the Bay, you'll find many marinas along the coastline. A few steps on the pier and you'll see the sense of humor of those who named their boats. Sea Senor; Water You Lookin' At?; Feelin' Naughty; Knot A Care, can you come up with a good one?

Episode 20/24

@ Newfoundland Rocky Beach
Thor opened his rucksack to change his hat. Princess semolina could see Thor had a large, floppy sunhat, a balaclava, a rain hat, a woolly bobble hat, a beanie, a deerstalker hat and a swimming cap!
“Did you bring a fez too?” Princess semolina asked Thor.
Newfoundland Rocky Beach
The beaches at Stephenville are littered with things left after the tide rolls out. They say one man's trash is another's treasure. You'll find bits of interesting debris padding along here. Different rocks and glasses, worn smooth by the constant tumble of the sea.

Episode 21/24

@ Newfoundland Stephenville Crossing
“’Maple syrup is made from the xylem sap of maple trees. The trees most commonly used are sugar maple, red maple and black maple because of the high sugar content in the sap,’” read out Rhubarb from the brochure.
“It’s making me hungry, Rhubarb!” declared Thor. “Perhaps I’ll just nibble a corner of one of the maple syrup scones the hotel packed us for elevenses!”
Newfoundland Stephenville Crossing
In the most Eastern limit of the Bay of St. George, you'll find this town sports the Barachois Search and Rescue, which assists with water rescues and searches of those in distress. Not for the faint of heart, for sure, but a rewarding profession!

Episode 22/24

@ Labrador Dabbles in Grey
“How do you spell ‘Saskatchewan’, Thor?” mused Ciaré, clutching a postcard and sucking the end of her pen. “Is it a “c” or a “k” in the middle? I can never remember!”
“Simples,” grinned Thor. “Put an ‘S’. Now put Ask At Chew An and Bob’s your uncle.”
Labrador Dabbles in Grey
There's black and white and so many shades of grey. Unusual shades of grey, intrinsic beauty of lights and darks. Making a memorable visual postcard.

Episode 23/24

@ Labrador Shoreline
"I've bought so many souvenirs already my backpack's almost full!" said Sassyfly.
"Me too!" said Thor. "It's great on this tour, isn't it?"
Labrador Shoreline
Climb up and take in the horizon, stretching into the blur of ocean and sky, convincing you that the two shall meet as one.

Episode 24/24

@ Labrador Ice Berg
As Thor's tour of "Maples, Moose & Mounties - Newfoundland & Labrador" comes to an end, he noshes some poutine and is surprised to discover Canada left him a parting gift!
Broken Boardwalk
Sometimes being one of the most popular destinations around comes with downsides. In this case, the heavy daily use of the boardwalk has resulted in broken boards in need of repair. Visiting pets hope the boardwalk will be fixed soon.
Labrador Ice Berg
Traveling all the way from Greenland, icebergs can be seen off the coast of Labrador, sailing under their own power, with a destination only they know. You're lucky to see them gliding on the current, full of ice of ages untold.
Thor has completed his tour of "Maples, Moose & Mounties - Newfoundland & Labrador"! Your PnF tour of Canada is now over, but PnF will hold a new event again soon!