New Brunswick Traveler
New Brunswick is often referred to as the "drive through" province going to Prince Edward Island, or Nova Scotia. But all of that is changing. Our population continues to grow and more and more individuals are making this a destination place, having discovered the natural wonders and fantastic tourist attractions that await. I am the NB Traveler focusing on upcoming events, information about natural and historical wonders, the journeys of past travelers, and even an occasional ghost story. It's the place for NB travelers and residents to learn and share!
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Military History of Partridge Island
This interview with local historian Harold Wright deals with the military history of Partridge Island and the other sites around Saint John. Harold offers insights and humour as he shares about the establishment of a military defense in the 1790s, the War of 1812, and the wars in the 20th century. ...
Wild Blueberries in New Brunswick
Wild blueberries are native to Canada and grown mostly in coastal areas that have moderate temperatures and not as much possibility of frost. The majority of wild blueberry production is in Northeastern NB, but about 20% is in Southern New Brunswick where I live. Currently there are over 300 wild...
Nothing Happened Here
Today I am interviewing Greg Marquis, the co-host of a brand new podcast about Saint John history. Greg is a local university professor and president of the New Brunswick Historical Society. His co-host is Mark Allan Greene, an Alberta university professor and the author of The Great Saint John Fir...
Lobsters in New Brunswick
This episode primarily talks about some of the history of lobster fishing in New Brunswick and the value of the lobster industry to the province. Until the development of a canning process for lobster meat in the mid 19th century, there was really no commercial value, rather lobsters were just harv...