Canada GEOLOGY, NATURE AND CULTURE OF NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR Prepared for Lawrence University Alumni Group August 29 th to September 10 th, 2019 1
GEOLOGY, NATURE AND CULTURE OF NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR The island of Newfoundland fondly known as The Rock to those who live there is the easternmost part of North America, with a time zone all its own, 30 minutes ahead of clocks on the mainland. In this and many other ways, Newfies march to their own rhythms in a place that is a world apart. The province of Newfoundland and Labrador is the only place on the continent where, in a single day, can you see Viking ruins, walk over an upturned slice of the Earth s mantle, and watch giant icebergs from Greenland passing by. For centuries, human culture there has been shaped by the rocky land and stormy but bountiful seas. It s a place where Nature still looms large. The rocks of Newfoundland and Labrador have remarkable stories to tell -- of Earth s deepest Ice age, the emergence of the first animals, the collision of continents, eruption of undersea volcanoes, and much more. I invite you to explore the landscapes, history and culture of Newfoundland and Labrador with me on a very special Björklunden trip, from August 29 to September 10, 2019. The trip will not require any special outdoor equipment, but you should have sturdy shoes or boots for walking on uneven ground, and clothing for all types of weather. For those who are interested, there will be opportunities for more physically adventurous outings. I do hope you can join us. Marcia Bjørnerud Professor of Geosciences and Schober Professor of Environmental Studies Lawrence University 2
Thursday, August 29 th Corner Brook (D) Day 1: Flight on Air Canada Chicago O Hare International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport AC 504 10:10am-12:46pm Toronto Pearson International Airport to Deer Lake Regional Airport AC 1704 14:15pm-18:21pm Welcome to Corner Brook! You have one group transfer to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner with your group. Meal(s): Welcome Dinner Hotel: The Glynmill Inn or similar for 3 nights 3
Friday, August 30th Corner Brook (B) Day 2: After breakfast, enjoy an orientation tour of Corner Brook, followed by a break to see the Captain James Cook National Historic Site. Travel along Humber Arm to the Bay of Islands, with excellent photo opportunities on the way to Frenchman s Cove. Enjoy a stop at Lark Harbour. Savor great views of Guernsey, Tweed, and the Pearl Islands on the return to Corner Brook. Hotel: The Glynmill Inn or similar Saturday, August 31st Corner Brook (B) Day 3: Skirt the shores of Deer Lake and head north to GROS MORNE NATIONAL PARK, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its exceptional beauty and unique geological features. At the Lobster Cove Head, visit the LIGHTHOUSE and the fascinating marine displays. Next is BROOM POINT, highlighting the history of Canada s earliest fishing settlements. Depart for St. Barbe, visiting a few important sites along the way. View glacier-carved gorges on the way to PORT AU CHOIX NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE. The exhibits focus on archaeological finds of Maritime Archaic and Dorset peoples who settled here before 2000 BC. Hotel: The Glynmill Inn or similar 4
Sunday, September 1st L Anse-au Clair (B) Day 4: Board your FERRY to cross the Strait of Belle Isle, known as Iceberg Alley (although icebergs are most often seen in June and July), to Blanc Sablon. Then, to RED BAY, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the first major industrial complex of the New World and home to a 16th-century Basque whaling station exhibit. Return to L Anseau-Clair. Hotel: Northern Lights Inn or similar for 1 night Monday, September 2nd St. Anthony (B) Day 5: FERRY back to St. Barbe. Enter L ANSE AUX MEADOWS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, the only known Viking settlement in North America and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A Local Guide shows you the reconstructed sod huts, explains how the Vikings lived, and you will see Norse artifacts dating back to 1000 AD. Hotel: Hotel North Three or similar 5
Tuesday, September 3rd Gros Morne (B, D) Day 6: This morning, travel along the Viking Trail, with a stop at ARCHES PROVINCIAL PARK to photograph the two large arches carved by the pounding sea. Then board a boat for a scenic CRUISE on Bonne Bay. Relax as you take in views of Gros Morne Mountain, learn about the history of the small villages nestled on the shores, and keep a lookout for whales and bald eagles. Tonight, enjoy a special LOBSTER DINNER. Meal(s): Dinner & Breakfast Hotel: Fisherman s Landing Inn or similar Wednesday, September 4th Gander (B) Day 7: After breakfast, depart for Gander, once the international aviation crossroads of the world for a visit to the NORTH ATLANTIC AVIATION MUSEUM, to learn the history of North Atlantic aviation from the 1930s to its unexpected role in the days following the 9/11 tragedy. Hotel: Sinbad s Hotel & Suites or similar for 2 nights 6
Thursday, September Gander (B) Day 8: Along the Road to the Isles, the local predilection for colorful language comes across with place names, such as Too Good Arm, Virgin Arm, and Crow Head. On the way to Twillingate, visit the PRIME BERTH FISHING MUSEUM and see the Long Point Lighthouse. With luck, you might spot whales along the coast on route to TERRA NOVA NATIONAL PARK. Return to Gander. Hotel: Sinbad s Hotel & Suites or similar Friday, September 6th Clarenville (B) Day 9: You will be spending time in one of the oldest communities in North America, with its scenic harbor. Enjoy a guided WALKING TOUR and hear stories that bring this picturesque village alive. Continue to Cape Bonavista to admire the beautiful cliffs and coastlines. In Bonavista, learn how modern North America began when John Cabot made landfall here in 1497. A visit to RYAN PREMISES NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE commemorates the prosperous fishing industry from the early 1500s to present day. Hotel: Clarenville Inn or similar similar 7
Saturday, September 7th St. John s (B) Day 10: Rejoin the Trans-Canada Highway and travel to Witless Bay Islands, where whales and puffins abound. Board your boat for a narrated CRUISE around the three islands. Newfoundland has the largest concentration of humpback whales in the world and is also known as the Seabird Capital of North America, with the largest Atlantic puffin sanctuary in North America. Continue to St. John s, visiting CAPE SPEAR NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE on route, the most easterly point in North America. Hotel: Sheraton Hotel New Foundland or similar for 3 nights Sunday, September 8th St. John s (B) Day 11: Free Day or Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve Potential Excursion to Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve, based on availability (maximum 23 guests). Those who can t make it today, can switch Day 11 and 12 activities, so hopefully whole group can attend on both dates. Note on this tour: 3.5-4hours, moderately difficult hiking trail. There are uneven and wet surfaces, and some scrambling over rocks. The overall distance (6 km) may pose the greatest challenge for some. Sections of the trail are muddy, wet and often slippery. This is especially true of the approaches to Watern Cove. You are advised to use caution in these areas. The hike is not recommended for anyone with hip, knee, ankle or other leg injuries. Hotel: Sheraton Hotel New Foundland or similar 8
Monday, September 9th St. John s (B, D) Day 12: Tour the oldest settlement in North America with a Local Guide. Visit SIGNAL HILL NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, Cabot Tower, the Old Town, and the Basilica of St. John the Baptist. This afternoon is free to explore on your own. You may wish to visit the Rooms, where you can immerse yourself in the local culture through history, heritage, and artistic expression or spend time browsing the many boutiques and galleries of St. John s. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner that includes a traditional SCREECH-IN ceremony. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale for your tour., Farewell Dinner Hotel: Sheraton Hotel New Foundland or similar Tuesday, September 10th St. John s (B) Your trip comes to an end after breakfast with one group transfer to the airport. Flights on Air Canada St. John s International Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport AC 691 06:30am-08:29am Toronto Pearson International Airport to Chicago O Hare airport AC505 10:55am-11:43am 9
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