Parrot Parade
August 18, 2019 in Canada ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C
The adventures of Gilligan.
Traveling parrot living his best life.
The adventures of Gilligan.
Traveling parrot living his best life.
Tug Fest!
There are so many tugs in the harbour they had to raft them together to dock. Dwayne and Peter helped one of the tug boat owners during the races, as his wife had to leave- to go toRead more
Another little treat during our stay, was the Canadian Lumberjack show, right across from the Harbour. Accompanied by the Aerial Pirate Show.
Gilligan stole the show everywhere we went. He was his own attraction, delighting reenactors, other visitors, and staff alike. He was invited back for pirate days at Discovery Harbour - 'cause everyRead more
"Close to 800 historical re-enactors travelled from Michigan, Ohio, Indiana and from all over Ontario. They camped at Discovery Harbour, making meals over open fires and enjoying the camaraderie ofRead more
The Harbour was a flurry of activity, as the tall ships sailed in and made dock.
"The Tall Ships Challenge is an annual event organized by Tall Ships America alternating in a three year cycle betweenRead more
The battle rages on, on land. The town is ravaged.
A bit of imagination was required here, with a much larger crowd gathering, and modern conveniences like stop lights and automobiles.
Canons firing! The Americans are coming! They must be repelled!
Alas, they again make landfall. Will this be the end of theRead more
The War of 1812 has begun.
First, an assault on the village of Victoria Harbour. American troops assault a newly constructed British outpost.
Next - A skirmish at the Balm BeachRead more
Peter did a little bit of exploring on his own, by kayak.