Blogs from Quirpon Island, Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada, North America

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July 14 The Mayflower Motel-Inn–Outfitters ... in need of identity clarification, was a bust: . the security latch on the inside of the door was only half there one laminate floor thickness was used for baseboards the plaster patch on the ceiling was cracked the light fixture was from a 1953 bathroom the pillows were dollar store stock the sheets were polyester never mind micro fibre and see thru the television was in a state of constant snow storm the hallway walls seemed covered in beige plastic shelf strips there were no directions to room numbers the stairway to this heaven were a normal tread plus a third high the breakfast choices included cheerios, wholewheat cheerios, rainbow cheerios, no name special K, white and beige toast bread, jams, cheese whiz, peanut butter in little plastics, coffee, ... read more
Romaine Big and Small
Even Corn Grows Here
A Perfect Green House


The boat picked us up at 4 PM for a short trip to Quirpon Island/Lighthouse for an overnight. There were eleven travelers with us on the boat, everyone excited about what to expect. This trip was a wedding gift and simply a delightful experience. This charming active lighthouse is located just off the northernmost point of Newfoundland. It has hiking trails, a whale watching room, two living quarters and, of course, a lighthouse. Nothing and no one else is on the island. The terrain is mostly tundra with some hearty greens, but the scenery is spectacular. The sea, the rugged coastline, the whales… add to that mix… sunshine and wispy clouds… and it is glorious. Hope you enjoy the photos. A delicious dinner is served family style, so we had the opportunity to chat with lots ... read more
A nice clear windy day.
Lighthouse on Quirpon Island.
Most folks hang out the laundry to dry.




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