Adventures
 Memorable experiences enliven each day spent on this scenic coast.
Choose your adventure, from walking along a surf-foamed beach to ocean kayaking to whale watching - or hiking, canoeing, deep-sea fishing, sailing, scuba diving, swimming, cycling, bird watching, or just relaxing.
Go gallery-browsing or antique-shopping. Spend a day meandering the scenic byways to the nearby South Shore communities - Chester, Mahone Bay, Lunenburg - or touring historic Halifax; just return in time to watch a glorious sunset over the Bay.
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Four Winds Charters Ltd
Boutillier's Point
About the Vessel
The Four Winds I is an authentic Nova Scotia Cape Island Boat. Built in Clarks Harbour Nova Scotia specifically for Kenny Merlin’s water tours. She is constructed of fiberglass, is forty-five feet in length and has a beam of sixteen feet. Her spacious decks provide comfortable seating for thirty-eight passengers around the perimeter of both decks. Center deck space is open to provide an area for buffets, presentations or dancing. The upper deck provides a vantage point to enjoy the sun and scenery of Nova Scotia ’s beautiful coastline.
The Vessel is Transport Canada Approved for safety. The facilities include stereo CD, cassette, and radio system, intercom, telephone, state of the art navigational equipment, and a clean modern washroom.
Food and Beverage service is available upon request at reasonable rates, we can provide a selection of items from boxed lunches and finger foods to small sit down luncheons and dinners. Or we invite you to bring your own refreshments and or arrange your favorite catering service.
Four Winds Charters offer our services aboard a vessel that emphasizes safety and cleanliness. Captain Kenny and his crew will provide you and your guests with an entertaining, educational and fun experience.
Most tours depart from Bay Lookout Park in Boutilier’s Point. This location provides ample public parking for passenger vehicles as well as buses. The Bay Lookout Park area has a great view, hiking trail, small beach and a picnic area. Tours also depart from the Hubbard’s area as well as other locations in the Bay. Please call for departure locations. All Tours subject to HST, sea and wind conditions.
Celebrating over 20 years service
Scenic Water Tours
$25.00 per adult, $20.00 per child (6 to 12 yr.) under six free.
Enjoy a two-hour cruise along the beautiful coastline of St. Margaret’s Bay, cruising the calm clean waters and scenic coves surrounded by estate properties and majestic hills, some of which can only be viewed from the sea. A.k.a. “the nosy tour” Capt. Kenny will provide commentary on the local sights, history and characters. Group rates available
Nature Cruise / Whale Watching
$ 30.00 per adult, $20.00 per child
A three-hour cruise along the scenic shoreline near Peggy’s Cove. Clean ocean breezes and magnificent sea life is the perfect combination for a great day out on the ocean. View working wharves, fishing traps of local fishermen, and rugged island geography. It is in these area’s guest will have the greater possibility of seeing white-sided dolphins, porpoise and seals as well as minke, finback and pilot whales. Other marine mammals that have been seen include Humpback whales and Leatherback Turtles. We guarantee ample amounts of fresh sea air along with beautiful scenery.
Private Charter
$300.00 per hour. Maximum 38 guests
Office Parties, Birthdays, Weddings, Family Reunions, Graduations, Beach Parties, or just about any reason to get together and have fun. Cruise St. Margaret’s Bay with your choice of destinations. The picturesque area’s of Schooner Cove, The rugged coastline of Peggy’s Cove, or the calm waters of Hubbard’s Cove and hidden castle of Northwest Cove .
There are many adventures to explore, and the choice is yours. If you have a particular place in mind or activity you would like to do, just let us know, we will do our best to accommodate you and your group.
Association Member 2007
180 Hillside Drive,
Boutillier's Point, Nova Scotia
B3Z 1W8
Tollfree: 1-877-274-8421
Phone: 902-492-0022
Fax: 902-826-9047
Email: annamerlin@eastlink.ca
Website: www.fourwindscharters.com
Freewheeling Adventures
Hubbards
With 4500 miles of Atlantic coast, and roads perfectly suited to biking, Nova Scotia is recognized as one of the worlds best cycling destinations. Conde Nast Traveler and Travel and Leisure reader polls awarded Nova Scotia one of earths most beautiful places (Cape Breton Island), and a National Geographic reader poll said it is one of the worlds best places to
visit.
Guided and self-guided cycling and multi-sport adventures are avaialable. Emphasis is on excellent cuisine, quiet routes, friendly lodging and a unique approach to outdoor holidays. 
Since 1987, we have customized private itineries, led small groups to discover local treasures and rented premium bicycle and sea-kayak equipment.
Call or email for a free adventure catalogue - or visit us on our website, as listed below - and come discover the magic of our casual, intimate style as we present the beauty that is Nova Scotia.
Association Member 2007
RR#1,
Hubbards, Nova Scotia
B0J 1T0
Tollfree: 1-800-672-0775
Phone: 902-857-3600
Fax: 902-857-3612
Email: adventure@freewheeling.ca
Website: www.freewheeling.ca
Granite Springs Golf Club
Bayside
 Carved out of the land, nestled by the sea, Granite Springs is a Nova Scotia golfing gem. Hone your skills on 18 unique holes, designed and groomed to championship standards. Lush bluegrass fairways stretch for miles amid 200 acres of stunning Nova Scotia scenery. Decorated by Mother Nature with maple and birch trees, spring-fed ponds, and the rugged granite outcroppings for which we are named.
 Weather you’re a beginner, or a seasoned scratch player, Granite Springs will provide you with an enjoyable challenge. Its unique layout amid the Nova Scotia wilderness makes for a unique and truly unforgettable golfing experience. Blessed with a natural backdrop of breathtaking Shad Bay, yet just 25 minutes from downtown Halifax, no wonder other golf courses are green with envy!
The golf course is further enhanced by  our spectacular cedar log clubhouse – built with total comfort in mind. Casually elegant, the clubhouse offers a lounge with a relaxed friendly atmosphere, a lovely deck overlooking the course, and exceptional dining facilities with an expert head chef. Whether it's fine dining, or a quick lunch, the food, presentation and atmosphere are truly superb.
4447 Prospect Road,
Bayside, Nova Scotia
B3Z 1L6
Phone: 902-852-3419
Fax: 902-852-4428
Email: turf@granitespringsgolf.com
Website: www.granitespringsgolf.com
NovaShores Adventures
East Dover
Kayaking Dreams Come True
Four different tours
NovaShores Adventures has four different kayaking adventures available. The most popular tour is Dover on the Rocks - a half day tour including an island hike and a delicious light snack and hot drinks.
If you are not pressed for time we offer 2 full day tours: Island Exploring with rest stop at Dover Island and in the beautiful Peggys Cove Preservation area. Or a full day to Peggys Cove where you will see the famous lighthouse and village from a perspective most tourist never experience. Both full days tours include delicious snacks and a hearty full lunch with hot drinks.
A sunset paddle is a wonderful way to end an adventurous day or to celebrate being with your loved one. Its a two-hour paddle where you get the time to enjoy the peaceful beauty of this pristine world of islands and rugged coastline.
For details please go to our website below or use our toll free number.
Association Member 2007
283 East Dover Road,
East Dover, Nova Scotia
B3Z 3W4
Tollfree: 1-866-638-4118
Phone: 902-852-3875
Email: gcoltman@hotmail.com
Website: www.novashores.com
Sea Sun Kayak Adventures Ltd
Tantallon
Come explore the amazing Indian Islands with Sea Sun Kayak Adventures Ltd, Halifax's largest, oldest sea kayaking outfitter along the world famous Peggy's Cove Coastline. All inclusive ea kayaking & Hiking tours ranging from 3 hours to 3 days.
Visit our amazing facilities at Shining Waters Marine 7 days a week for a diffrent kind of sea-fari
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Shining Waters Marina, 148 Nautical Way,
Tantallon, Nova Scotia
B3Z 2P3
Tollfree: 1-866-775-2925
Phone: 1-902-850-7732
Email: info@paddlenovascotia.com
Website: http://www.paddlenovascotia.com
Shining Waters Marine
Tantallon
Shining Waters Marine is located at 148 Nautical Way off Highway 333,
Tantallon, at the head of St. Margaret's Bay, within 30 minutes drive of
downtown Halifax .We offer a Full Service Marina , Yacht storage facility
and repair service for sailboats and powerboats. With storage for over 250
yachts from 20 ft up on the property, the site consists of approximately 10 acres, with over 1200 ft of water frontage on St Margaret's Bay. The property has a paved access road, full dockside fuel service, and numerous other improvements have been made to the property in both physical appearance and quality personnel.  The new 8,000 square foot Marina building, as depicted in the drawing, is scheduled to open the first week of July, 2006.
Located at the beautiful protected headwaters of St. Margaret's Bay offering some of the finest cruising grounds on the Eastern Seaboard.
Historical Peggy's Cove Lighthouse marks the entrance. The Bay is approximately 20 NM long and 8 NM wide with many islands, beaches and anchorages.
The cruising area includes Halifax to the Northeast (approx. 40NM) and
Mahone Bay and Lunenburg to the Southwest (approx. 25NM) with many
accessible islands and overnight cruising stopovers.
Through the summer months the winds  are typically from the south west at
8-20 KT, with daytime temperature in the mid to high 20c range.
Come to St. Margaret's Bay, Nova Scotia and enjoy the boating, relaxing scenery and hospitality.
Association Member 2007
148 Nautical Way,
Tantallon, Nova Scotia
B3Z 2P3
Tollfree: 1-800-687-1469
Phone: 902-826-3625
Fax: 902-826-3626
Email: marina@shiningwaters.ca
Website: www.shiningwaters.ca
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Goodwood Family Golf Centre
Phone: 876-1122
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