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jamiesno Says: The Battle Harbour National Historic District is full of very old artifacts, I would estimate in the hundreds of items from the early 1900s that depict a fishing lifestyle.I have provided a picture of some of these artifacts and a link to an external web site that has pages...
jamiesno Says: The Rangers had a regular presence on Battle Harbour Island and the old Ranger Station is now restored. Be sure to go in an explore this historic building and get the historical interpretation.I liked the display that depicted the traditional uniform for the Rangers when...
Battle Harbour Dining Area: Great Home Cooking!!
jamiesno Says: There are a couple of things I really liked about eating on Battle Harbour island but its neat to know up front. There isn't a menu. For breakfast, lunch and dinner there is a set menu that everyone eats. The food in my opinion is as good as you will find and I have every...
Battle Harbour Dining Room: Fresh Caplin
jamiesno Says: Caplin is a very common and traditional meal you can try in Battle Harbour.They are generally served dried or fried up fresh in a pan. Personally I like them fresh and fried myself, they are a lot like a smelt that way.Here is the picture you can see how some local people...
It's up to you to decide!!: House Party!
jamiesno Says: Battle Harbour is very calm and peacefull in the evenings and its up to you to decide how you want to spend your time.However if you are looking for a good time and you are in a group it is possible that a spontanous house party can be arranged and you make your own...
It's up to you to decide.: Host a Kitchen Party!
jamiesno Says: It is very common and traditional in Newfoundland and Labrador for people to gather in their homes and host a party right in the kitchen area of the house.During my visit we hosted a very lively and entertaining kitchen party and good time was had by all!!!!
jamiesno Says: The waterfront is were all the action once happened and is today beautifully restored. The waterfront also has many services available to cottage guest and mariners such as boat hook up with water and electricity for $0.50 CDN per foot per night. Showers for $2.50 each and...
jamiesno Says: There is a regular ferry that operates between Mary's Harbour, Labrador on the southeast coast and direct to Battle Harbour.I have to strongly stress don't think of your $40 per person round trip as a transportation fee. It is an experience and really a boat tour. I never...
Battle Harbour General Store: Battle Harbour General Store
jamiesno Says: The Battle Harbour General Store is a prime example of the old fashioned shop common to coastal communities in days gone by. Now operated by the Battle Harbour Historic Trust this store is stocked with groceries, confectionary, local crafts and souvenirs. There is also...
jamiesno Says: Battle Harbour was a very important fishing center and the cod fish are now very rare. You can see from this mural how big these fish once were and now today for a variety of reasons they are rare and fished on a very limited basis.
jamiesno Says: Years ago there was no electricity and the homes were lighted with oil lamps.Today when you are staying in Battle Harbour I recommend you don't use the electricity today and use the oil lamps for a more traditional and peaceful experience.It really is an experience, you...
Be careful amongst the historic items.
jamiesno Says: When you are exploring this historic buildings you will see lots of markings on the beams above you and on the walls. These markings are actually authentic and real and chaulk was used during these times.Some people in ignorance tend to wipe at these wondering if they are...
jamiesno Says: While walking around the waterfront and various other locations you will see buildings from the early 1900s that have not been restored.I recommend you appreciate these historic buildings however don't try to explore them. They may not be secured, rusty nails are a risk and...
jamiesno Says: It is a good idea to bring a back pack type of luggage out to Battle Harbour. You will be in a boat and walking over paths. It's not condusive to suitcases that you role.The local staff are certainly willing to help as well, there is a tractor that can deliver you luggage to...
jamiesno Says: Battle Harbour was certainly the fishing capital of Labrador where the main activity occured but there are many other abondoned communities along the coast line in southern Labrador.Here in this picture is Trap Cove. On the right hand side of the picture on top of the hill,...
jamiesno Says: Another deserted fishing community is Mathews Cove. It is also often referred to as "Maddie's Cove". It is just a 5 minute walk from Trap Cove or a short boat ride over into the next harbour. Both communities one time shared the same school.Today there are some homes that...
jamiesno Says: Never in my life did I see as many whales and seals in my life as I did when I visited Battle Harbour. I was disappointed I didn't have a better camera and some binoculars. This is the best picture I could get of a whales tail. With a better camera though some fellow tourist...
jamiesno Says: Hiking around Battle Harbour and surrounding areas is a real treat. The number of birds and whales that can be spotted are plus number one. The area is also infamous for the number of very rare plants and excussive cloudberries or bakeapples.You also get to enjoy the rugged...
jamiesno Says: I keep stating now at a number of destinations that I am not a bird expert and that remains true today.However in the Battle Harbour area a lot of research has been done on the number of bird species in the area and it is a great place for bird watching, there are hundreds...
jamiesno Says: Before you yawn and think I am crazy just wait. A lot of research has been done in the Battle Harbour area and it is home to some of the world's rare plants. If you are a Botanist this is an ideal location for seeing rare plants.If you are just a hiker its simply worth your...
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The Battle Harbour church was the first building restored by the local development association. In stands tall on the island and a must stop while you explore...
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