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8 Reasons Why You (Really) Want to Spend Time in Nature

It makes us nicer - and that’s not all. Dr. - Willi Broeren As a resident of New Brunswick’s capital city, Fredericton, I consider myself fortunate to live in a place with a river running through it plus access to amazing trails and a wonderful provincial park. As an individual, I highly treasure these things. As a physician, I know that nature is very important for our health. In these times of soaring rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and mental illness, nature can be a powerful antidote.

The 5 W’s of a Natural Wonder

The Hopewell Rocks are like nothing else in the world.Share-worthy views (no filter needed) are only part of what makes a Bay of Fundy road trip so awesome. It’s also about the up-close experience of being amidst iconic natural wonders like The Hopewell Rocks. Do you plan on adding them to your vacation must-do list? Here’s 5 things you can expect.

Motorcycle Route - La Tobique Loop

Day trip from Edmundston. Ride the edge of the storied Saint John River, then up the Tobique river and through ancient Appalachian Mountains. * Please check recommended businesses mentioned in this blog are open prior to your trip Today we’re talking to Marie-Ève Martin from Edmundston. They've been riding since Summer of 2011.

New Brunswick’s got Canada’s warmest saltwater beaches. Here’s why.

Pack those bathing suits... sun, sand and saltwater swimming are headed your way.Warmer than an Olympic swimming pool. Warmer than anything North of Virginia. And warmer than waters anywhere else in Canada.Up to 29 degrees Celsius, in fact. (That’s 84 degrees Fahrenheit.) Yep, Canada’s warmest saltwater beaches are right here in New Brunswick. And we’re pretty sure there’s a looong, sandy stretch with your name on it.

15 Best Waterfalls for Nature Lovers

Hiking NB bloggers James and Vicki Donald share their top picks for waterfall chasing.Waterfalls have been drawing people for millennia. They’re a break in a river or stream that show the true force of nature as they cut through rock. Waterfalls provide a unique habitat for critters and can be an exciting place to go for a swim. If you sit back and feel the mist wash over your face while listening to the rushing water, you will also find magic.

Go Play in New Brunswick’s Provincial Parks

Picture this: spending your morning watching the sunrise on the beach, strapping on your hiking boots to explore scenic trails, then topping it all off with an evening of stargazing and roasting marshmallows over the campfire. Sounds good, right?