Episode 1/24

@ Scenic Prince Edward Island
Gunnar begins his tour of "Maples, Moose & Mounties - Maritime" by downloading a map of specially chosen locations!
Scenic Prince Edward Island
An idylllic scene! You wouldn't be able to tell from this gorgeously relaxing view that PEI is Canada’s birthplace, with the confederation being signed here in 1867. The recently-constructed Confederation Bridge allows easy access from New Brunswick to some of Canada’s finest beaches and best golf courses!

Episode 2/24

@ Island on an Island
“How do you spell ‘Saskatchewan’, Gunnar?” mused Artie, clutching a postcard and sucking the end of his pen. “Is it a “c” or a “k” in the middle? I can never remember!”
“Simples,” grinned Gunnar. “Put an ‘S’. Now put Ask At Chew An and Bob’s your uncle.”
Island on an Island
The trees growing atop this small island-in-an-island are thriving as the Gulf of St Lawrence laps close to their roots in this gentle coastal scene from Prince Edward Island!

Episode 3/24

@ Solicitous Mum
Gunnar and Nutmeg shook paws, said “How do you do?” and posed for a souvenir photo. “Why am I always on the left?” grumbled Gunnar. “Let’s change sides.”
“No,” said Nutmeg. “This is my best side.”
Solicitous Mum
Another opportunity to meet a Canada Goose, with her offspring! In recent years, Prince Edward Island has been an important migration stop for the Canada Goose in both spring and autumn.

Episode 4/24

@ Contrasts in Prince Edward Island
“I'm enjoying the tour very much but it's getting quite cold, isn't it, Gunnar?” shivered Melvin.
“Here, wrap my scarf around yourself," replied Gunnar. "And you can look forward to a lovely mug of hot chocolate when we get back to our accommodation!"
Contrasts in Prince Edward Island
While Prince Edward Island is known for its splendid coastline and farming communities, its capital, Charlottetown, is home to Victorian government buildings and the modern Confederation Centre of the Arts, with a theatre and art gallery.

Episode 5/24

@ Red Sand Beach
“’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 Soxy from the brochure.
“It’s making me hungry, Soxy!” declared Gunnar. “Perhaps I’ll just nibble a corner of one of the maple syrup scones the hotel packed us for elevenses!”
Red Sand Beach
Prince Edward Island, nestling in the Gulf of St Lawrence, is renowned for its red-sand beaches, lighthouses and fertile farmland. Lovers of Anne of Green Gables should put it on their bucket list!

Episode 6/24

@ Red Verdant Valley
“It says here that maple syrup is a good source of manganese and zinc, and that it has 15 times as much calcium as honey,” announced Gunnar.
Fanny considered this. “That sounds like a good reason to have some more poured over our breakfast porridge, Gunnar!”
Red Verdant Valley
Prince Edward Island, Canada’s smallest province, is a land of rich, rolling, red farmland, verdant valleys, stunning seascapes and bustling harbours.

Episode 7/24

@ Snow Island of Canada
“Pass me the binoculars, Gunnar!” said Katrice. "I think that's a Northern Cardinal just taking off over there! They stay in Canada all year round, you know."
Snow Island of Canada
The coastal landscape of Prince Edward Island is transformed in wintry weather!

Episode 8/24

@ North Rustico, PEI
“I'm enjoying the tour very much but it's getting quite cold, isn't it, Gunnar?” shivered Hero.
“Here, wrap my scarf around yourself," replied Gunnar. "And you can look forward to a lovely mug of hot chocolate when we get back to our accommodation!"
North Rustico, PEI
North Rustico is a charming fishing village just five minutes from Cavendish, home of the Lucy Maud Montgomery Heritage Site. It's a must-see location for all fans of Anne of Green Gables!

Episode 9/24

@ Canadian Cove
"Have you seen this in our travel brochure, Gunnar? 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."
Luckyice 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, Luckyice."
"Edgar wishes it was!"
Canadian Cove
Pull up a rock and enjoy a picnic, or simply relax and enjoy the New Brunswick scenery and sea air in this delightful cove.

Episode 10/24

@ New Brunswick Beachcombing
Gunnar was very happy to meet Flitter here! They both swapped tales of their experiences of their travels so far!
New Brunswick Beachcombing
Beachcombing is a soothing activity which involves combing the shoreline to see what objects of interest you can see. This could be shells, pebbles, seaglass or even something more unusual! Beaches can be very specific in what they collect, due to currents, geography and offshore habitats. Some beaches are good for driftwood, others for mermaid’s purses.

Episode 11/24

@ Canadian Kitchen
“What have you got in your rucksack, Lunaray?” asked Gunnar. “It looks very full!”
“I’ve come prepared for anything, Gunnar,” responded Lunaray. “There’s canvas deck shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops, sandshoes, walking boots, sandals, loafers—you name it, I’ve got it!”
Canadian Kitchen
Try this Canadian treat—a crumbled biscuit base underneath creamy mousse, topped by fresh raspberries and chocolate maple leaves! It'll have you coming back for more!

Episode 12/24

@ Trip in a Trap
"Have you seen this in our travel brochure, Gunnar? 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."
Ughly 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, Ughly."
"Edgar wishes it was!"
Trip in a Trap
What better way to view the countryside than in a two-horse cart? These can be hired for scenic trips in New Brunswick.

Episode 13/24

@ Canadian Blue Jay
"Wasn’t it worth coming all this way, Gunnar," said Choose a name, "for this experience alone?"
Gunnar, admiring the scene they were now in, heartily agreed!
Canadian Blue Jay
The blue jay is found throughout most of Canada, with the exception of the far west of the country. It is the provincial bird of PEI. The blue jay’s vivid cobalt or azure-blue tail and wing feathers make an exotic contrast against brown leaves or green grass. However, these feathers are not truly blue, as blue pigment is unknown in birds. The blue jay’s feather colour results from refraction, or distortion, of light by a peculiar inner structure of the feather substance.

Episode 14/24

@ Northern Cardinal
“Let’s pose with one of us each side of this attraction and I’ll set the self-timer to take a shot,” said Gunnar to Choose a name. “It’ll be a fab souvenir of our time here!”
Northern Cardinal
A great number of birds, including the Northern Cardinal and Blue Jay, have evolved to remain in Canada throughout the year. Many flock together, sometimes with other species, and huddle to help retain heat. This also reduces the need to watch out for predators. Most remain active by feeding on nuts, dried fruit, seeds, twigs and branches in the vegetation. Many of these species flock to bird feeders, where they supplement their diet with fatty items.

Episode 15/24

@ Boat Ahoy!
Oh look ... a Canadian pet!
Boat Ahoy!
There are many opportunities to be taken out in a boat in New Brunswick! Whether it's for scuba diving and snorkelling, nature and photography trips or just a tour around the coast while you tuck into that special meal!

Episode 16/24

@ Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia
“Pass me the binoculars, Gunnar!” said Mitsy. "I think that's a Northern Cardinal just taking off over there! They stay in Canada all year round, you know."
Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia, which is Latin for "New Scotland", is home to the largest Scottish Gaelic-speaking community outside of Scotland and their flag is a reversal in colours of Scotland's, consisting of a blue saltire on a white field. Peggy's Cove is a small rural community located on the eastern shore of St. Margarets Bay.

Episode 17/24

@ Peggy's Point Lighthouse
"I think there'll be quite a few tired paws, wings and flippers when we get back to the tour bus," said Daba, after she and Gunnar had spent some time exploring another long country track to its end.
"Is there a gift shop downtown?" queried Gunnar. "The thought of that generally keeps me going."
Peggy's Point Lighthouse
Peggy's Point Lighthouse is an active lighthouse and an enduring image of Canada. Situated within Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia, it is one of the busiest tourist attractions in the province and is a prime attraction on the Lighthouse Trail scenic drive. The lighthouse is operated by the Canadian Coast Guard and is situated on a granite outcrop at Peggy's Point, immediately south of the village and its cove. The red and white lighthouse is one of the most-photographed structures in Atlantic Canada and one of the most recognisable lighthouses in the world.

Episode 18/24

@ Pebbly Beach
"Do you think we'll see some elk like we did on Snow Beach that time, Toto?" asked Gunnar.
"Oh yes, we're bound to. Gosh, Gunnar, do you remember those sharks, and the octopus as well? Poor Fresco took one look and hid in the bottom of the boat!" responded Toto.
Pebbly Beach
Our four-legged friend here is enjoying a trip to this Nova Scotian beach just as our pets will!

Episode 19/24

@ Coastal Jetty
“A picture of this would look lovely printed on Christmas cards, wouldn't it, Gunnar?” NUTTER said.
“It certainly would, NUTTER!" said Gunnar.
Coastal Jetty
Imagine all the boating parties that have set off from this secluded location in Nova Scotia with its own tiny beach! It's just the thing for a leisurely rowing boat trip followed by a small barbecue!

Episode 20/24

@ Bras d'Or Lake
“Wouldn't it be lovely to live in a lighthouse like these ones pictured in our itinerary for the Maritime provinces? So romantic!" mused Gunnar, sipping a leisurely fruit juice.
"Well, I don't know," said Orla. "It's not all about drinking orange juice and gazing at the sea. You have to run up and down stairs to operate the light and the foghorn, and there may be no running water or electricity apart from a generator."
Gunnar considered this. "Mine would be a luxurious, converted, non-operational lighthouse, then."
Bras d'Or Lake
Bras d'Or Lake is an estuary in the centre of Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. It has a connection to the open sea, and is tidal. It also has inflows of fresh water from rivers, making the brackish water a very productive natural habitat. It was designated the Bras d'Or Lake Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2011.

Episode 21/24

@ Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
“I'm enjoying the tour very much but it's getting quite cold, isn't it, Gunnar?” shivered Miss Mousse.
“Here, wrap my scarf around yourself," replied Gunnar. "And you can look forward to a lovely mug of hot chocolate when we get back to our accommodation!"
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
Yarmouth is a port town in Nova Scotia, whose industries include fishing and tourism. It is the terminus of a ferry service to Portland, Maine. It was formerly a major shipbuilding centre.

Episode 22/24

@ We All Live in a Yellow Rowing Boat
"Hey, look at Shuswap in the brochure," said Mia. "'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 Gunnar.
"Yup. The first notes of O Canada," responded Mia.
"That's a lovely tune!"
We All Live in a Yellow Rowing Boat
When you've done rowing round the coastline in your colourful boat, pull up an equally colourful chair to relax by this small bay! Nova Scotia has an incredibly long coastline compared to its overall size due to all its ins and outs, so there are numerous tiny inlets and bays all around the island.

Episode 23/24

@ Nova Scotia Lighthouse
Gunnar was listening enraptured to strains of music reaching them from a street violin player. “My mum used to sing this, Népomucène Bibliophilus!” he exclaimed happily. "Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah. This takes me back!"
Nova Scotia Lighthouse
Lighthouses are a common sight along the Nova Scotia coastline and remain an important symbol of the past. They beautifully highlight the picturesque coastal landscape. Some are open for viewing while others can be observed when passing on foot or on bicycle.

Episode 24/24

@ A Beach, Easy Reach
As Gunnar's tour of "Maples, Moose & Mounties - Maritime" comes to an end, he noshes some poutine and is surprised to discover Canada left him a parting gift!
Blue Light Bokeh
The soft blurry lights of the city. Magic of the lens. A trick of photography. Just a magical moment captured in time to help you remember the moment.
A Beach, Easy Reach
Nova Scotia is dotted with many fishing villages and coastal towns. It has over a hundred beaches, picturesque lighthouses, an endless rugged coastline and the freshest of seafood.
Gunnar has completed his tour of "Maples, Moose & Mounties - Maritime"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour part of Canada!