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Blackville’s sign proudly declares that you are now
Events
entering the “Salmon Fishing Capital of the Events
Miramichi”. Seven Atlantic salmon fishing rivers exist July 21: Splash Down
within 15 miles of the village. There are numerous Annual Canoe Run down the river.
privately owned fishing lodges in the area, where anglers
can purchase accommodations and the services of a June 23: Blackville Days Dance
fishing guide. Celebrating our community spirit.
Several notable figures, including the Prince of Wales,
Marilyn Monroe, and baseball legend Ted Williams, have June 30: Canada Day Fireworks at dusk in the park.
spent fishing trips in Blackville. There are plenty of July 1: Canada Day Events include a community breakfast,
excellent fishing pools and numerous salmon flies are and the Canada Day Parade that ends in the park with
credited as being invented in the area, including the children's games, cake, entertainment and BBQ.
Blackville Special, Reliable and Oriole.
For more information on Blackville
and events, contact the Village office at
506-843-6337 or
visit www.villageofblackville.com
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