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Beaubears Island

It’s practically in your backyard.

When you think of an island…
Do you think of a place of solitude
and relaxation, a place of peace and
wonder? Do you think of its history or
the millions of years old sandstone it
sits on? Or do you think of fun when
thinking of an island, a place to walk,
explore, have a picnic or lounge on a
sandy beach, play washer toss and
hang out with friends and family?
If you answered yes to any of
these questions, we are happy to share
that this island is practically in your
backyard. Guided Tour $20 – Includes a visit to the Interpretive Centre
and ferry transport to/from the island with a knowledgeable
It is Time you Visited the Island guide sharing the history of the island with you. Afterwards
Beaubears Island; you have seen it, and you have heard you can choose to stay on the island and explore if you want.
its name, but do you know how easy it is to access this
beautiful island? Let this be the year you connect with the Enjoy the ride and explore!
very island most of your ancestors have walked on. On the island you’ll find six kilometres of woodland
trails ready for you to explore. Relax at the famous Parks
Visit the island - it’s so easy! Canada red chairs overlooking the majestic Miramichi River
Tours are available to Beaubears Island when the or bring a blanket and be mesmerized by the sound of soft
Interpretive Centre is open: June 19 to Sept 30, waves on the sandy beach. There are also picnic tables, an
Wednesday to Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm. open field for a picnic or to play games, and self-guided
Make your way to the Interpretive Centre at 35 St. history panels.
Patrick’s Drive in Nelson. There is free parking at the When you are ready, call us and we will send the ferry to
centre or take city transit, the bus stops at Nelson pick you up. The last ferry back to the interpretation centre
School just across the street. is at 3:45 pm.
Inside the centre, pay the ferry fee, and sign a
boat waiver, then you’ll receive an island map with Programs, Tours and Events
our phone number.
Take a five minute ferry ride to the island, and Nelson Tour $10 - Receive a one hour guided tour (approx.)
call us when you’re ready to return. and learn Nelson’s rich history and some interesting and fun
It really is that easy!
facts you may not know. A keepsake digital picture will be
provided via email.
Interpretive Centre $5 - Before leaving on the ferry you can Tours Through Time $35 – A full day program 10:30am to
choose to tour the centre, an historic replica of Nicolas Denys 3:30pm offered on Sundays in July and August. The day
Taking Post, with many artefacts and interactive displays. begins at the interpretive centre for an information session
The smell of wood will delight you while learning about before taking the boat to Wilson’s Point National Historic
Beaubears Island from the time of the Mi’kmaq, through the Site, then back to the centre for lunch and back on the boat
Acadian expulsion, then into the shipbuilding era. to Beaubears Island. Both sites will feature historical
interpretive characters sharing stories. NEW addition-
Ferry Service $10 – Visitors will be given a map and
information about the island and escorted on a five minute Authentic Mi’kmaq, Acadian and Scottish cuisine. Ferry ride
ferry ride (pontoon boat). The first ferry is at 10am, we drop around Beaubears Island. Keepsake digital photo.
you off and you are free to explore.

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