EXPLORER, 2017 Official Visitors Guide, Page 15 Trans W rld COMPANIES Durline Melanson Scenic Waterfront Shopping District Sport Fishing The Annapolis Basin and lower Annapolis River are noted for striped bass, white bass, sea trout and white flounder. Public access is locatedoffHwy1nearPowerPlant. Shopping in Annapolis Royal is a delightful adventure. Step back in time, and enjoy a leisurely shopping pace with friendly and personalized service. Explore quaint shops full of unique treasures. From Maritime art, crafts, curios and collectibles, to books, art, jewellery, clothes, shoes and antiques, you’ll find something for everyone along “Canada’s OldestThoroughfare.” Savour delicious specialties in fine restaurants, or choose take-out for a picnic. Stroll along the scenic waterfront boardwalk with its gentle breezes and spectacularview ofGranvilleFerryacrosstheriver. ARTsPLACE This popular public art gallery hosts a year 'round schedule of art exhibits showcasing talented local and international artists. ARCAC also offers workshops, coffee houses and art talks with local and visiting artists.902-532-7069,www.arcac.ca Kayak Annapolis Royal Kayak Annapolis Royal, located at Dunromin Campground, has kayaks, canoes, water bikes, a pedal boat and S.U.P boards to rent by the hour, or you can bring your own. A kayak training course and five different guided kayak tours, ranging from 2 to 8 hours, are also available. Reservations for tours are required. Prices/info: 902-532-2808, www.dunromincampground.ca Acadian Mi’kmaq Tour Explore the “Cradle ofAcadie” with 10th generationAcadian Métis Alan Melanson, retired Supervisor of Interpreters for Parks Canada. Enjoy music, dance, stories and learn about making rappie pie. Alan’s ancestors founded the Melanson Settlement (c.1664), now aNationalHistoricSite. Winner of the Hometown Pride Event of the Year Award, the Acadian Mi’kmaqTour departs from theAnnapolis Royal Lighthouse at 2 p.m. every Tuesday and Friday from late-June through early-September. $10 Adults, $5 (ages 13-18) and $3 (12 & under). Enjoy a living-history experience in Acadie’s birthplace. No Reservations. 902-532-3035, www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com Grist Mill A17th century French grist mill replica houses a hydroelectric plant in nearby Lequille. The first grist millwas builtintheareain1607. Annapolis Public Pool Get your swim on all summer every day! Enjoy open swim, lane swim, lessons, parties, swim team and games. Free swim on Canada Day and six days of Canada 150 fun activities, July 17 - 22, plus Friday evening swims on July 7, 21 and August 4. 62 Champlain Dr. 902- 532-1777, www.annapolispool.ca Oaklawn Farm Zoo Nova Scotia’s largest zoo, with is located in Aylesford, only 45 minutes from Annapolis. Enjoy up-close animal adventures. Open daily. 902-847- 9790, www.oaklawnfarmzoo.ca one of the best displays of Big Cats in Eastern Canada, Sinclair Inn Museum Painted Room/Ghosts he Sinclair Inn Museum. A National Historic Site and one of Canada’s architectural and historic gems, portions date to 1710 or earlier, making it one of the oldest surviving wood-frame structures in Canada. One of the few dwellings from the French regime in Acadia (prior to 1713) in existence, it offers a unique opportunity to view original Acadianconstructiontechniques. The current building combines two older ones joined in 1781 by Fredrick Sinclair. It has operated under many names and owners, primarily as an inn and tavern. Site of the first Masonic Lodge meeting in Canada in 1738, the building has witnessedmanyimportantevents. See construction styles and techniques , from clay walls of the original Acadians to wood paneling of the 1950s, a testament to the on-going legacy of Annapolis Royal. 902-532-7754 www.annapolisheritagesociety.com Candlelight Graveyard Tours Noreservationstaken.Justcome! www.TourAnnapolisRoyal.com A newly restored Painted Room and ten modern-day Ghosts are two of the highlights of t over 300 years French Basin Trail This scenic 1.2 km easy walking trail, co-sponsored by Ducks Unlimited, is located in the heart of Annapolis Royal just 1 block from the traffic light. Encircling the picturesque Annapolis River, it provides public education, improvement of the water quality, conservation of wildlife, plus year- roundeco-tourismfun forallages. www.facebook.com/annapolisvariety Ph: 902-286-3111 Fax: 902-286-3110 292 St George Street Annapolis Royal, NS Museum Oldest wood frame building in Canada now open to the public 2 original Acadian structures (built ca. 1708 & 1710) Joined 1781 Rare example of pre-expulsion Acadian construction Home of Canada's first Masonic Lodge in 1738 300 years of architecture, history and living 230 St. George St., Annapolis Royal Annapolis Heritage Society 902-532-0996 Email: annapolisheritage@gmail.com Visit the recently discovered & restored Painted Room & Meet the Ghosts of the Sinclair Annapolis Royal Golf & Country Club Annapolis Royal is a golfer’s paradise. Home to one of the most scenic courses in Nova Scotia, two others are conveniently located within a short 30 minute drive. Open to the public, the beautiful Annapolis Royal course is 18 holes, challenging, lined with apple trees and overlooks the Annapolis Basin and North Mountain. Green fees $37.00, golf clubs and carts are available for rent. European style cooking in Royal Eatery Restaurant and clubhouse open all year. 902-532- 2064, www.annapolisroyalgolf.com orinfo@annapolisroyalgolf.com Ecotourism & Recreation Enjoy a public swimming pool, golf, kayaking, wind-surfing, canoeing, bicycling, sport fishing, bird watching, hiking, tennis courts, baseball, soccer fields, a skateboard park and more! Stroll along the boardwalk in the National Historic District. Explore scenic hiking trails, the old rail line, Grist Mill and French Basin Trail. Cross country ski in winter. Raven Haven Beach, Mickey Hill Pocket Wilderness, Kejimkujik, Oaklawn Farm Zoo, Delaps Cove Wilderness Trail, Whale Watching and Bay of Fundy adventures are all nearby. Town: 902- 955-1205,County:902-665-3022. Old St. Edwards Loyalist Church Museum One of the earliest in Nova Scotia, the museum features early Loyalist artifacts. It is located in nearbyClementsport.