Category Archives: Travel

Firefighters Museum – Yarmouth

Posted on 2012-09-02 by Ron MacKay

2012-09-02  A Harley trip around the South-West end of Nova Scotia had us stop for overnight in Yarmouth. Here we enjoyed the Firefighters Museum as shown in this online album:  Fire Fighter’s Museum – Yarmouth

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Wharf Rat 2012

Posted on 2012-09-01 by Ron MacKay

2012-09-01  The biggest motorcycle event in this region is the Wharf Rat Rally at Dibgy, NS. This photoset is from the Sep-2012 event. http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronmackaypei/sets/72157631403952972/ The link to the Wharf Rat rally page is: http://www.wharfratrally.com/

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Grand Manan Island

Posted on 2012-07-25 by Ron MacKay

2012-07-25  Another great Harley trip was to Grand Manan Island, NB. The ferry ride and the beautiful scenery on the Island was a treat. Here is the photoset: Flickr – Grand Manan Island You can find more info about Grand … Continue reading →

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Peggy’s Cove

Posted on 2012-07-12 by Ron MacKay

2012-07-12  Part of another Harley trip was a visit to Peggy’s Cove, NS. First we stopped at the Swiss Air memorial which is across the bay. The Flickr photoset it located here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronmackaypei/sets/72157636516810115/

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Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum

Posted on 2012-05-26 by Ron MacKay

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2012-05-26 On a Spring trip to Halifax we stopped at the Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum  which is located next to the Halifax Airport. Here is a gallery of photos from this visit.

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Interesting Ferry Ride

Posted on 2012-05-25 by Ron MacKay

2012-05-25  On a trip to Halifax  we took the Wood Islands ferry. An uneventfull but pleasant cruise until we approached Caribou, NS. Alongside we notice this strange conveyance. Turns out it’s the Pictou Island Ferry.

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A day at the Drag Strip

Posted on 2012-05-19 by Ron MacKay

2012-05-19  At the Oyster Bed Raceway the dragstrip was starting a new season. A good chance to practise some high-speed panning shots. Before launch they warm up the tires. ..and he’s away.  

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Sun-n-Fun_2012

Posted on 2012-03-30 by Ron MacKay

2012-03-30  One of the largest Airshows is Sun-n-Fun at Lakeland airport in Florida.  Sun-n-Fun website Here is a sample of  some shots from that event. (click on images for full-size version) OK time to get into the air…

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Tampa Aquarium

Posted on 2012-03-29 by Ron MacKay

2012-03-29    A visit to the Tampa Aquarium was an opportunity for some up-close wildlife shots. The aquarium is right next to the Cruise ship terminal so its busy with crowds of boat tourists too. Lots of birds you can … Continue reading →

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Fantasy of Flight Museum

Posted on 2012-03-28 by Ron MacKay

2012-03-28      In Polk City, Florida, there is the Fantasy of Flight museum. In the white hangar building are vintage aircraft under restoration. Like this Avenger. The main (brown) building is is home to a huge collection of vintage aircraft. A … Continue reading →

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