Prince Edward Island
National Park of Canada
and the national historic sites of canada
on prince edward island
2009 Visitor Guide
Protecting the Maritime Plain Natural Region
You have just entered one of Canada’s most outstanding
natural regions. Established in 1937, Prince Edward Island
National Park is a representative example of the Maritime
Plain Natural Region. It protects a spectacular 40-kilometre
stretch of sand dunes, beaches, sandstone cliffs, salt marshes,
freshwater ponds, forests, and cultural landmarks.
Awaken your senses with the breathtaking subtleties
of nature: marram grass waving gently from the sand
dunes; freshwater ponds buzzing with insect life;
shorebirds feeding quietly at the water’s edge.
Ignite your imagination by exploring the wooded paths
and rolling farm hills that inspired the many works of beloved
Canadian writer Lucy Maud Montgomery. Enjoy the grace and
style of Dalvay-by-the-Sea National Historic Site,
an elegant example of Victorian architecture.
Discover the power to move your spirit and rejuvenate
your soul as you journey through this special place.
table of contents
cover photo: j. Sylvester
Welcome..................................... 2
The Gulf Shore Way.................... 4
Trails........................................... 6
Activities and Programs............. 8
Camping.................................... 10
Ecological Integrity................... 11
PEI NP Most Wanted................. 12
Incredible Island Facts............. 12
Park Map................................... 14
The Beach.................................. 16
Greenwich................................. 18
20 Things We Love.................... 20
Port-la-Joye – Fort Amherst..... 22
National Historic Sites.............. 23
Green Gables............................. 24
Home of L.M. Montgomery....... 25
Parks and People...................... 26
Special Events........................... 27
Healthy Parks for People.......... 28
c o n tac t i n f o r m at i o n
emergency numbers
Parks Canada Administration
2 Palmers Lane
Charlottetown, PE C1A 5V6
902-672-6350
Emergency Services
RCMP/Fire/Ambulance: 911
Warden: 1-877-852-3100
RCMP-TDD: 902-566-7155
Parks Canada Information
902-672-6350 or 1-888-773-8888
[email protected]
www.pc.gc.ca
Medical Services
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Emergency: 902-894-2200
Poison Control: 1-800-565-8161
Campground Reservations
www.pccamping.ca
1-877-737-3783 (1-877-RESERVE)
TTY: 1-866-787-6221
PEI Information
www.gov.pe.ca
Weather Information
902-566-7041
2 0 0 9 h o u r s o f o p e r at i o n
PEI NP entry permit
PEI NP seasonal permit Adult
$7.80
$39.20
Senior
$6.80
$34.30
Youth
$3.90
$19.60
Family
$19.60
$98.10
National Parks Pass
National Historic Sites Pass
Discovery Pass
$67.70
$53.00
$84.40
$57.90
$45.10
$72.60
$33.30
$26.50
$42.20
$136.40
$106.90
$165.80
Fees in effect from June 19 to September 4.
All fees include applicable taxes and are subject to change.
The purchase of a Prince Edward Island National Park entry permit gives you
access to scenic drives, hiking and biking trails, supervised beaches, picnic
areas, information services and interpretive opportunities. Create valuable
memories during your visit by experiencing these and other sightseeing and
recreational opportunities that Prince Edward Island National Park has to offer!
Park Entrance Gates
June 19 – June 28
June 29 – September 4
Daily: 11 am – 6 pm Daily: 10 am – 6 pm
Cavendish Visitor Information Centre
May 16 – June 18
June 19 – September 8
Daily: 9 am – 6 pm
Daily: 8 am – 9 pm
Greenwich Interpretation Centre
June 1 – June 28
June 29 – September 4
Daily: 10 am – 5 pm Daily: 10 am – 6 pm
September 5 – September 30
Daily: 10 am – 5 pm
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2009 Entry Fees
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the pei experience
The Path to a Healthy Future
Walk, run, bike or rollerblade. The choice is yours with the new Gulf Shore Way.
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Gulf Shore Way, Prince Edward
Island National Park’s brand new
10-km multi-use trail between
Dalvay and Brackley, is your path
to a healthy future.
The smooth asphalt surface and
grass buffer provides a safe and enjoyable experience for those looking
to get fit in the great outdoors.
Choose your own adventure… try a 1-km
stroll or challenge yourself to a 20-km round trip.
Suitable for all ages and all fitness levels.
Don’t forget to bring: sunglasses, sunscreen,
a water bottle, a healthy snack, a hat and a
bike helmet.
"The new trail will provide
enhanced opportunities for
people who wish to walk,
cycle, rollerblade or run in
the park. It is a clear sign that
Parks Canada is encouraging
people to develop healthy
lifestyles,” states John Palmer,
President of the Stanhope Historical
Society. “It separates motorists
from non-drivers… and is also
wheelchair-friendly.”
Watch for wonderful views of the
sand dunes, beaches, salt marshes,
freshwater ponds, forests and much
more. Pack a picnic and eat at one
of the rest areas or take a relaxing
break and enjoy the warm sand and
cool breeze on a quiet beach along
the way.
Major trailheads are located at
Brackley Beach and the Dalvay
administration area. For trail users
who prefer a shorter trip, parking
is also available at Stanhope Beach,
Ross Lane Beach and Stanhope Cape
picnic area. Washrooms and rest
areas are available at various beach
facilities and picnic areas along
the trail.
While the Gulf Shore Way provides new recreational opportunities,
it also involves some changes to the
Gulf Shore Parkway to improve the
health of the Park. To reduce the use
of unauthorized paths through the
fragile dunes and help prevent erosion of wildlife habitat, the paved
shoulders have been removed, and
roadside parking has been eliminated. Alternate parking is available
for high-use beach areas and a new
parking area and washroom facility
have been constructed at the trailhead in Dalvay.
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Gulf Shore Way – Prince Edward Island National Park
The aim of the “Healthy Parks for
People” project is to improve the
ecological health of the Park, while
creating improved experiences for
park users. Gulf Shore Way offers
a unique opportunity to enjoy the
outdoors, get active and learn more
about the Park.
Parking: Park at the trailheads in Brackley and
Dalvay or at one of the supervised
beaches or picnic areas along the way
to get started.
Distance:10 km one way
Time: A one-way trip on the trail will take:
30 – 45 mins to cycle
1 – 1.5 hrs to run
2 – 2.5 hrs to walk
Gulf Shore Way conveniently connects
to the Farmlands, Bubbling Springs
and Reeds and Rushes trails, which
are designated for hiking. If you are
cycling, please remember to dismount
before exploring our hiking trails. Bike
racks are located at beach facilities,
as well as at various trailheads
throughout the Park.
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enthuses David Thompson, innkeeper at Dalvay-by-the-Sea and a
member of the Healthy Parks for
People Advisory Council.
Take this opportunity to get active
in Prince Edward Island National
Park. Improve your personal health
while improving the health of the
Park, and help us to protect this
pristine landscape for generations
to come!
Uses: Walking, cycling, running, rollerblading,
wheelchair- and stroller-friendly!
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“With cycling tourism being
the number one focus of the
Tourism Marketing Council,
it is fantastic to see Parks
Canada has taken the lead role
in this direction by creating
this wonderful product,”
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Discover Our Trails
Exercise your mind and body as you experience
our incredible habitat and scenery.
Acadian Forest
The original forest in this region is the Acadian
forest, a mixture of hardwood and softwood
species such as beech, sugar maple, yellow
birch, hemlock, red oak and red spruce.
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CA V EN D ISH g r o v e
A recent addition to the Park,
Cavendish Grove, is now open for
visitors. You can hike, cycle, picnic
or just relax in this peaceful, green
oasis. Located on Route 6 in Cavendish, the Grove has a charming past
and a bright future.
Formerly the site of a popular
amusement park called Rainbow
Valley, Cavendish Grove became
part of the National Park in 2005.
Since that time, the site has undergone many changes, including the
construction of trails and washroom
facilities. We have plans to modify
two existing man-made ponds to
enhance wetland habitat. The
addition of this land, and its redevelopment to a more natural state,
will help us enhance the ecological
integrity of the Park and offer new
visitor experience and educational
opportunities.
on an afternoon bike ride along the
Homestead Trail. Don’t forget about
winter! Enjoy a serene winter setting
as you spend a day cross-country
skiing on the groomed trails.
See descriptions of the Cavendish
area trails on the opposite page to
help you plan your visit.
During your visit
Let Cavendish Grove be your
starting point to the expanded trail
network in the Cavendish area,
whatever the season! Watch nature
renew itself with a springtime stroll,
head for Cavendish Beach on a
beautiful summer’s day or enjoy
fall’s vibrant colours and fresh air
For more information on Cavendish Grove:
Ask the staff or call 902-672-6350 for more
information on special events taking place at
Cavendish Grove throughout the season.
When hiking or biking the trails, bring
sunscreen, insect repellent, a hat and
helmet, sunglasses and plenty of water!
Please refer to the map on pages
14–15 for trail locations.
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By the 1900s, however, most of the finest
forests were harvested and cleared for
farming, fuel and lumber. Eventually, white
spruce, white birch and wild cherry began to
take over abandoned farms and fields. Most
of the forested area in the Park is now made
up of white spruce and young regenerating
forests. A few pockets of the original Acadian
forest remain, including a beautiful grove on
the Cavendish Beach Trail.
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CA V EN D ISH a r e a
Homestead
6.7 or 8.8 km – Passes through forest
and farmland, along the shores of
New London Bay.
entire Cavendish trail system, from
the Homestead Trail to Cavendish
East. Excellent views of sand dunes
and freshwater ponds.
Cyclists note: mixed gravel surface, suitable
for most bikes. Please dismount on floating
boardwalk.
Cross-country skiers note: only a portion of the
Cavendish Dunelands Trail is groomed during
the winter months for cross-country skiing
purposes. This portion links to the Cavendish
Beach and Clarks Lane trails to create a
loop that also extends through a portion of
Cavendish Campground.
3 Clarks Lane
0.8 km – Park at Cavendish Grove
and take advantage of the entire
Cavendish trail system. Connects
to Cavendish Dunelands Trail and
Cavendish Beach Trail.
Cyclists note: smooth crushed gravel surface,
suitable for most bikes.
4 Cavendish Beach Trail
1.1 km – Passes through a sugar
maple stand before reaching the
Cavendish Beach facility. Access
to the main beach and connects to
Cavendish Dunelands Trail.
Cyclists note: smooth crushed gravel surface,
suitable for most bikes.
Balsam Hollow
1 km – Begins as Lover’s Lane, then
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wanders through mixed woodlands
and follows a babbling brook.
6 Haunted Wood
1.4 km – The influence and
inspiration for L.M. Montgomery.
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Streams in the Park originate from watersheds located beyond Park boundaries. The
water quality depends on the health of the
greater ecosystem. All streams are groundfed, resulting in cool water in the summer
that facilitates brook trout survival. Both
freshwater and wetland are major ecosystems being monitored within the Park’s
Ecological Integrity Monitoring Program,
taking into account human influences,
biodiversity and natural processes.
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10 km – Get active and experience the
sand dunes, beaches, salt marshes,
forests and more from a new point
of view. An opportunity to run,
walk, cycle, or rollerblade between
Brackley Beach and Dalvay.
Cyclists note: smooth asphalt surface suitable
for all types of bikes.
8 Farmlands
2.7 km – Meander along field edges,
hedgerows, and through mixed
woodlands.
Many ponds in the Park were originally
saltwater bays and inlets that have been
cut off from the ocean. Over time, barrier
dunes move across the mouth of the bay,
eventually closing it off completely. No
longer influenced by the tides, the water
gradually becomes a freshwater pond or
barachois. The landscape is constantly
moving and reshaping; Long Pond in the
Stanhope area, for example, was open to
the sea less than 200 years ago!
Bubbling Springs
2.5 km – Bubbling spring and lookout
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towers providing panoramic views
of Long Pond.
10 Reeds and Rushes
0.8 km – Explore life in a pond and
identify the plants, animals and
insects that you encounter.
Woodlands
6.1 km – Wooded area with a
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50-year-old red pine plantation.
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Cavendish Dunelands
2.3 km – Recent extension links the
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Cyclists note: gravel surface, very rough in
places. Recommended for mountain bikes only.
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Tlaqatik
4.7 km – Experience the history of the
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area and people’s interaction with
the land over time.
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4.2 km – Experience the majesty of
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the spectacular Greenwich dunes.
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Cyclists note: gravel surface, recommended for
hybrid or mountain bikes only.
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Havre Saint Pierre
1.2 km – Make your way along
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the shores of St. Peters Bay.
Partially wheelchair-accessible.
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Creative and informative walks, skits, songs and
stories. Explore, learn and experience the Park
with our talented interpreters.
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Beaches and Dunes
Cavendish Campground Beach
Exploring Pond Life (English only)
Reeds and Rushes Trail, Dalvay
Greenwich Dunes
Greenwich Dunes Trail
Explore the unique ecology of our
beaches, marine life and sand dunes.
Meet at beach entrance. (50 mins)
Learn about fascinating plants and
animals, and the watery world they
call home. (1 hr)
Journey to a very special place and
experience forests, ponds and rare
dune formations at Greenwich.
People, Sea, and a Changing Landscape
Cavendish Grove
Shorebird Watching
Covehead Harbour
Discover a place shaped by early
settlement and ongoing natural
forces.
Observe the amazing variety of
shorebirds and waterfowl found
along the coastal bays of the Park.
Meet at Cavendish Grove parking lot. (1.5 hrs)
Meet at Covehead Harbour. (50 mins)
Discovery Activities
Cavendish Grove
A Place Worth Dancing For (Bilingual)
Brackley Main Beach
See Cavendish description. (40 mins)
See Greenwich description.
Science at Work
Greenwich Dunes Trail
Learn about intriguing ecological
research and the role it's playing in
protecting park ecosystems.
Meet at the trailhead parking lot 2 km west of
the Greenwich Interpretation Centre. (1.5 hrs)
Mi’kmaq People (English only)
Greenwich Interpretation Centre
Call 902-672-6350 for details. Meet at
Cavendish Grove parking lot. (1 hr)
See Cavendish description. (1 hr)
Mi’kmaq People (English only)
Cavendish Grove
Discovery Activities
Greenwich Interpretation Centre
Through stories, demonstrations
and artifacts, discover the history
and culture of the Mi’kmaq people
of PEI from past to present.
Explore our natural and cultural
history through hands-on activities.
Fun for all ages. Try something new
each week!
Meet at Cavendish Grove parking lot. (1 hr)
Call 902-961-2514 for details. (1 hr)
A Place Worth Dancing For (Bilingual)
Cavendish Main Beach
Last summer’s hit mini-musical on
the beach is back! A movie director
needs your help to decide which
Park creature will star in a major
upcoming motion picture. (40 mins)
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Meet at the trailhead parking lot 2 km west of
the Greenwich Interpretation Centre. (2 hrs)
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Guided Activities
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Guided Activities and
Evening Programs
Cavendish campground
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Parks Are Living Laboratories
Local Lore
Understanding and protecting park
ecosystems – it’s our passion! (50 mins)
A journey back in time to Scottish
settlement, farming, and the early
days of tourism on PEI’s north
shore. (1 hr)
Salty Tales
A couple of “old salts” share their
stories and songs of fishing, pirates,
and shipwrecks. (1 hr)
Voix du passé (French only)
The moving history of PEI’s Acadian
people told through lively stories,
skits, and songs. (1 hr)
Habitats Are Homes
Animals of the area tell fascinating
tales of adaptation in the habitats
they call home. (1 hr)
Rum and Spirits
Spirits of the Island’s north shore
come alive in an evening of tales of
days gone by. (1 hr)
All interpretive activities are included in your
park entrance fee. Everyone is welcome!
For locations please refer to the Park map on
pages 14–15. Programs may be cancelled
due to bad weather.
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Salt Marshes
Salt marshes are among the most productive
natural habitats in the world. These grassy,
muddy-looking areas are a very important
breeding area for many birds and fish. Take
a good look and you will find short-billed
dowitchers, great blue herons and many other
shorebird species feeding along the shores.
• Salt marshes are salty because of regular
flooding from tides.
• Salt marshes in the Park are a priority
for research and monitoring.
• The best place in the Park to see a salt
marsh is on the Gulf Shore Way between
Brackley and Covehead.
Schedule of Guided Activities and Evening Programs in CAVENDISH • DALVAY / Brackley • GREENWICH • STANHOPE
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Beaches and Dunes
Cavendish
Campground Beach
10 am • English
11 am • French
Jul 5 – Aug 30
Shorebird Watching
Covehead Harbour
10 am • English
11 am • French
Jul 6 – Aug 31
People, Sea and a
Changing Landscape
Cavendish Grove
10:30 am • English
Jul 7 – Aug 25
Beaches and Dunes
Cavendish
Campground Beach
10 am • English
11 am • French
Jul 1 – Aug 26
Exploring Pond Life
Reeds and Rushes
Trail
10 am • English
Jul 2 – Aug 27
Greenwich Dunes
Greenwich Dunes
Trail
1 pm • English
Jul 5 – Aug 30
Science at Work
Greenwich Dunes Trail
1 pm • English
1:30 pm • French
July 6 – Aug 24
Mi’kmaq People
Greenwich
Interpretation Centre
1 pm • English
Jul 7 – Aug 25
People, Sea and a
Changing Landscape
Cavendish Grove
10:30 am • French
Jul 8– Aug 19
Greenwich Dunes
Greenwich Dunes
Trail
1 pm • English
Jul 2 – Aug 27
Mi’kmaq People
Cavendish Grove
1 pm • English
Jul 3 – Aug 28
Greenwich Dunes
Greenwich Dunes Trail
1 pm • French
Jul 4 – Aug 22
Greenwich Dunes
Greenwich Dunes Trail
1 pm • French
Jul 7 – Aug 18
Discovery Activities
Greenwich
Interpretation Centre
1 pm • English
2 pm • French
Jul 1 – Aug 26
Discovery Activities
Cavendish Grove
1 pm • English
2 pm • French
Jul 2 – Aug 27
A Place Worth
Dancing For
Brackley Beach
2 pm • Bilingual
Jul 10 – Aug 14
A Place Worth
Dancing For
Cavendish Beach
2 pm • Bilingual
Jul 11 – Aug 15
Parks Are Living
Laboratories
Outdoor Theatre
9 pm • French
Jul 7 – Jul 28
8:30 pm • French
Aug 4 – Aug 18
Salty Tales
Campfire
8 pm • English
Jul 1 – Aug 26
Voix du passé
Campfire
8 pm • French
Jul 9 – Aug 20
Local Lore
Campfire
8 pm • English
Jul 3 – Aug 28
Habitats Are Homes
Campfire
8 pm • French
Jul 4 – Aug 15
8 pm • English
Aug 22 – 29
Rum and Spirits
Campfire
8 pm • French
Jul 12 – Aug 16
8 pm • English
Aug 23
Parks Are Living
Laboratories
Outdoor Theatre
9 pm • English
Jul 6 – Jul 27
8:30 pm • English
Aug 3 – Aug 31
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Mi’kmaq People
Greenwich
Interpretation Centre
1 pm • English
Jul 4 – Aug 29
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CA V EN D ISH c a m p g r o u n d
stanhope campground
brackley group tenting
Our largest campground, close to
all amenities; featuring more than
260 sites. Exceptional recreational
opportunities abound, such as
the supervised beach within the
campground and the spectacular
Homestead Trail.
A picturesque and quiet campground
offering a wide variety of site types.
Supervised beach with accessible
ramp and playground equipment
only 500 m from the campground.
Features four large grassy sites,
enclosed shelters, flush toilets, and
a group campfire pit. Available for
organized groups only. Daily entry
fee applies.
All 2-way sites and
select unserviced
$25.50
Brackley Group Tenting
(May 15 – October 14)
1 km
1 km
Group fire pit
$4.90 per
person
$27.40
3-Way Hook-up
(water, electricity,
sewage)
.5 km
2-Way Hook-up
(water, electricity)
Stanhope Campground
(June 15 – November 16)
Unserviced With
Fire Pit
Unserviced With
Ocean View
$27.40
Fire Pits
$25.50
Cavendish Campground
(June 15 – September 30)
Playground
All 2-way sites and
select 3-way sites
Supervised
Beach
Unserviced
Sites
Call for reservations: 902-672-6350.
Laundry
Campground Facilities
Showers
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Let’s Go Camping!
Reconnect with nature as you are enveloped by the
sound of splashing surf; or walk just a few steps until
you feel the sand between your toes.
$32.30
$35.30
$32.30
$35.30
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Maintaining ecological integrity
To ensure sustainability of our Park,
we must view the natural environment as a whole, and consider the
interactions and changing nature of
ecosystems as well as their ability to
withstand human influence.
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Ecosystems are formed by the interaction between all
living things and their surroundings. People are an
integral part of natural ecosystems; the key to integrity
is to minimize
destructive
impact and
keep the natural
components and
processes of ecosystems healthy
and intact. The
result enhances
the quality of our
lives.
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eservations are recommended
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during peak season.
Park entry permits are mandatory
for all registered campers.
Alcohol is prohibited on weekends
up to and including the last
weekend in June.
Pets are prohibited on all beaches
between April 1 and October 15.
Visiting hours end at 11 pm.
Quiet hours are 11 pm – 7 am.
Check-out time is 11 am.
Reservations for PEI National Park
Starting April 13: 7 am to 7 pm
1-877-737-3783 or www.pccamping.ca
Make your reservations from April 13
until September 9. Individual sites are
assigned upon arrival.
What we learn from research influences how we manage the Park.
Hands-on monitoring by our resource
conservation staff, students, university
professors and researchers, government departments and non-governmental organizations helps us better
protect the ecosystem.
Taking our pulse
Just as regular check-ups are important for our good health, so too are
they important for our ecosystems.
Regular check-ups, in the form of
ecological monitoring, can help to
determine the current state of health
and to guide management activities.
In Prince Edward Island National
Park, the ecological monitoring program focuses on four major ecosystems: forest, freshwater, coastal and
wetland. The condition of these ecosystems serves as
the indicator for the overall health, or ecological integrity, of the park.
A series of permanent monitoring sites have been set
up in each ecosystem. Together, the data collected help
to create a complete picture of the health of the park –
its current state and its changes through time.
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Ecosystem management
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Join the hunt for invasive, alien species and
help protect park ecosystems
Have you ever dreamt of being a bounty hunter? Using
your skills and wits to search out the dangerous element?
Finding the culprit and notifying the authorities?
Well, here’s your chance! Parks Canada is asking visitors to Prince Edward Island National Park to watch out
for our five “most wanted” invasive, alien species.
Alien species are plants or animals that have been
introduced, intentionally or accidentally, outside their
natural home range. In some cases, these organisms
become invasive by aggressively replacing the native
species that naturally inhabit our ecosystems.
“One of the biggest challenges,” says Paul Giroux, park
monitoring ecologist, “is finding invasives early – before
they spread and become a problem. New populations
Island Facts
OFF IN THE DISTANCE… gegenwälle!
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But don’t be afraid. Among the most spectacular features
in Greenwich are the unusually large and mobile parabolic dunes with their associated counter-ridges, also
known as Gegenwälle. This phenomenon is very rare in
North America.
THE ISLAND IS Shrinking!
The constant beating of the sea erodes
our coastal shoreline at the devastating
rate of one metre per year! Please do not
venture close to any cliff edge (above or
below), as the ground is not nearly as
stable as it appears.
It can take as few as ten footsteps through the same area
to destroy a marram grass colony forever. Once the grass
is gone, the wind blows the exposed sand from the dune
making it unable to support vegetation or wildlife.
We need the cooperation of all visitors to preserve the
fragile dunes. Please use the boardwalks and designated
beach access points and stay off the dunes to prevent
further damage.
Nothing’s wasted – not even waste
Our composting toilet system in Greenwich uses a lowmaintenance, organic waste-treatment process that converts
waste into a safe and stabilized end product. Test it out.
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Incredible
ENTIRE Colony Killed with bare feet!
MOSS STORMS THE BEACHES
The Irish moss you see washed
up on the beach after a storm is
harvested by local fishers – and is
used as a thickener in ice cream!
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Top five Alien Invaders
 Garlic mustard
 Scotch pine
 Japanese knotweed
 Purple loosestrife
 Glossy buckthorn
“Invasive aliens can have devastating consequences for native biodiversity,” says Paul. “By keeping a
lookout for our five ‘most wanted’
species, visitors can help prevent
long-lasting damage to the forests
and wetlands of the park.”
If you would like to help out, pick up
your free identification guide today.
For more information or to report a
“most wanted” sighting, please
contact Park staff at 902-672-6383
or [email protected].
To learn more about volunteer
opportunities please contact us
at 902-672-6350.
Protecting our forests
Many areas of the Park are forested
and at risk of wildfires. For higher
risk areas, the Park has begun a fuel
modification program to reduce tree
density. A modified forest faces a
reduced risk of catching fire and will
burn with much less intensity than an
untreated area. Careful consideration
is given to the needs of wildlife where
this work is being done and some dead
trees and branches are left for their
benefit. Please remember to do your
part by following any fire restrictions
put in place by Parks Canada.
ENDANGERED piping Plover’s home stolen from beach
Taming the Flames…
Did you know that removing shells, berries, plants and
driftwood takes away food and shelter for local birds,
animals and insects? For that reason this activity is strictly
prohibited. Please contribute to a healthy ecosystem in the
Park that will last for future generations.
In 1909, the first national park wardens were hired –
primarily to put out fires. Today, wardens have many
responsibilities, but they still fight fires. Parks Canada
has teams of firefighters who are always ready to put
aside their normal job and spring into action. These
teams rally together to fight large fires in parks across
Canada, travelling from Newfoundland and Labrador
to the Northwest Territories!
KILLER currents
Wildlife killed by kindness
Feeding wildlife may seem kind, but can actually
lead to their death. Animals can become dependent on humans and lose their instinct to hunt, or
they get comfortable around vehicles and risk
getting struck down on the highway.
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Dangerous rip currents occur in the waters adjacent to
the Park and can result in drowning. Please obey the
signs and be cautious at all times. When in doubt,
don’t go out!
THE HILLS ARE ALIVE!
Every year, cormorants seek shelter on
the red sandstone cliffs of the Park. It is a
good place to nest as they can easily fill
their stomachs with fish from the sea.
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can arise at any time. That’s why we
need your help.”
By keeping a keen eye out while
you enjoy the park, you can help
protect sensitive ecosystems.
Walking the trails, enjoying a picnic
or visiting a campground can all
provide opportunities to search for
invasive species.
Simple identification guides are
available from park staff at entrance
kiosks and information centres. The
guides illustrate the key features
of the five “most wanted” invaders: garlic mustard, Scotch pine,
Japanese knotweed, purple loosestrife and glossy buckthorn.
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Cavendish Sandspit
CAVENDISH AREA MAP
Orby Head
New London
Harbour
Cape Turner
Cavendish
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Trails (See page 7 for trail descriptions)
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Homestead
Cavendish Dunelands
Clarks Lane
Cavendish Beach
Balsam Hollow
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Haunted Wood
Gulf Shore Way
Farmlands
Bubbling Springs
Reeds and Rushes
Woodlands
Tlaqatik
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Havre Saint Pierre
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Services and Facilities
Group Camping
Lighthouse
Canteen
Campground
Hiking
Exhibit
Picnic Area
Tennis
Snowshoeing
Wheelchair Access
Swimming
Cross-country Skiing
Information
Cycling
Wind Surfing
Golf
Bike Rentals
Washrooms
Gift Shop
In-line Skating
Dining
Parking
Lookout / Birdwatching
Accommodations
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Unpaved Road
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National Historic Sites (See PEI inset map)
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A Day at the Beach
Our magnificent warm, sandy beaches and majestic
dunes have been described by visitors as “the ultimate
beach experience.”
S urfguards’ Survi val G uide to a Fun Day at the Beach
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Use only our supervised beaches and remember: never swim alone!
Friendly competition
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T he waters of the Park are safe if you’re careful. Watch for heavy
surf, deep channels, currents, rocks and shallow sand bars.
Be sure to check out our exciting demonstration of
lifesaving skills, as surfguards from across the province
enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition.
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Our tides range from a few centimetres to over two metres. Watch
for rising tides along the cliffs to ensure that you return with dry feet.
Friday, July 17, 6:30 pm at Brackley Beach.
In the event of inclement weather, this event will be held July 24.
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people come in contact with them. Rub wet sand over the irritated
area to alleviate any discomfort.
Beyond the beach
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T ake note of the rescue equipment at main beach access points.
Life-saving rings and throw ropes are on hand for use in
emergency situations.
Sand dune protection
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Sand dunes are created by the wind
and waves carrying sand from eroded sandstone onto the beach, where
it collects behind rocks or clumps of
seaweed. These dune formations
would blow away were
it not for the marram
grass, whose roots
form a living net,
slowing the
movement
of sand.
From jellyfish and other curious beach finds to First
People’s archaeology, discover the many fascinating and
fragile wonders of the Park. Drop by an interpretive
exhibit or demonstration.
Afternoons at Brackley or Cavendish beaches.
These fragile marram grass colonies can be destroyed by as few as
ten footsteps through the same area.
Once the grass is gone, the wind
blows away the exposed sand
and carves small depressions
into giant holes called
blowouts. Blowouts
turn stable dunes into
constantly shifting hills,
unable to support vegetation or wildlife.
A few years ago there were nearly
150 unauthorized paths along the
coastline of the Park. Fencing was
introduced in these areas to discourage use and many of the scars in the
dunes have already begun to heal.
We need the cooperation of all
visitors to preserve the dunes. Please
park in designated parking lots
located at all supervised beaches,
picnic areas and trails in the Park,
use designated beach access points
and stay off the dunes to prevent
further damage. Together, we can
ensure that the fragile beauty of the
dunelands will endure for future
generations.
Drinking Water
Flush Toilets
Canteen
Exhibits
Phone
Kitchen Shelters
Showers
Brackley Beach
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Jul 1 – Aug 25
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Jul 1 – Aug 25
Stanhope Beach
Jun 29 – Aug 30
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Stanhope Main Beach offers supervised swimming, accessible beach access and designated
parking for those with limited mobility or young children. A special beach wheelchair is also
available for use. To reserve, please call 902-672-2664 or 902-672-6350.
Please note: Pets are not allowed on any Park beaches between April 1 and October 15.
Rip currents have been measured to exceed 8 feet
per second, slower than you can run, but faster
than you or even an Olympic swimmer can swim.
Don’t panic if you get caught – relax and swim
parallel to shore to get out of the current; then
swim back to shore. If you can’t escape, float or
tread water and call or wave for assistance.
Identifying rip currents
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urky brown water, caused by sand stirred up
by water movement
n Foam
on the surface, extending beyond
the break
n Waves breaking on both sides of the rip, but
not inside the rip
n A choppy, rippled effect on the water’s surface
n Water appears darker, indicating deeper water
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ne, all, or none of these signs may be visible.
Always remember: if in doubt, don’t go out!
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Sun planning – remember these items:
n SPF 15 sunscreen – the most important item on your list. And don’t forget your
lip balm and after-sun moisturizers.
n Protective barriers such as sun hats with brims, sunglasses and beach umbrellas.
n Chairs and blankets – a welcome comfort from the hot sand on bare feet.
n Fun in the water: swimming goggles or masks and water shoes.
n For sand castle architects: pail and shovel, sand and water toys, sand digger and sifter.
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tay nourished and hydrated with snacks and plenty of juice or water.
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preserver – bring a waterproof camera to capture those sunny, soggy moments.
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Beach Facilities
Beware of dangerous rip currents
Rip currents form when waves break near the
shoreline, piling up water between the breaking
waves and the beach. One of the ways this water
returns to sea is to form a rip current, a narrow
stream of water moving swiftly away from shore,
often perpendicular to the shoreline.
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Aw e s o m e L a n d s c a p e s
Greenwich must be seen to fully
appreciate its beauty and diversity.
Among its most spectacular natural
characteristics is the unusually large
and mobile parabolic dune system
and associated counter-ridges, or
Gegenwälle.
The Greenwich landscape is also
steeped in rich and diverse human
history. This is reflected in the Park’s
central theme: “People, the Sea and
the Changing Landscape.” Recent
archaeological digs in Greenwich
have found traces left by the major
cultures that have existed on the
Island over the past 10,000 years,
including the Mi’kmaq, early settlers
from France and Acadie, and the
settlers from Scotland, Ireland and
England who followed. They have all
had an inseparable relationship with
the land and the sea. The Mi’kmaq,
who greeted the first European settlers on the Island in 1720, continue
to live in harmony with the land
and sea to this very day.
Discovery Activities
If you love hands-on learning and
seek memorable family experiences, then these activities are just
the answer! Themes relate to the
natural and cultural heritage of the
Park, and change weekly. Become a
Plover Protector or a Dune Doctor,
or participate in a Salt Water Touch
Tank. Gather your family and join
us at the Greenwich Interpretation
Centre!
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Greenwich
Experience a wealth of nature, history, and culture.
Gaze at massive and mobile parabolic dunes and
engage in rich and diverse human history.
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Happy trails
Greenwich Interpretation Centre
Experience the diversity of the
Greenwich peninsula. Stroll along
the Havre St. Pierre Trail and
observe mussel fishers working in
St. Peters Bay, or discover our rich
cultural heritage on the secluded
Tlaqatik Trail. Follow the Greenwich
Dunes Trail, where towering parabolic dunes await you at the end of
the floating boardwalk.
The hub of discovery on site, and the
place where our guides can make
your Greenwich experience memorable. Whether you have 15 minutes
or the entire afternoon, we can assist
you in maximizing your time.
The centre features interactive exhibits, a kids zone, and a spectacular
12-minute multimedia presentation
that will catapult you 10,000 years
back in time.
Experience the Island's Aboriginal
culture by participating in the Mi’kmaq
People interpretive program on
Tuesday and Saturday afternoons.
Watch for more information on
an upcoming special exhibit being
featured in our multi-purpose room
this summer!
The building is also home to the
Greenwich Boutique and is wheelchair-accessible.
Breathtaking beach
Looking for a vast expanse of
secluded sandy beach? Look no
further! Sun, waves and sand are all
you will find at Greenwich Beach.
Not just another pretty face, the
beach facility design uses sustainable concepts as well. The wind and
the sun provide energy, and composting toilets replace a traditional
sewage system.
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A Greenwich To-Do List
We have so many ideas for interpretive
programs we can’t fit them into our
weekly schedule! Our TOP SECRET
specials will be offered spontaneously
throughout the summer. Find out more by
checking the activity board, asking a staff
person, or giving us a call! Whether it is
a spooky campfire, an evening lecture or
a walk along St. Peters Bay with an early
settler, these TOP SECRET events are not
to be missed!
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Open daily from June 1 to September 30, and
by appointment in the shoulder season.
Phone: 902-961-2514
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Count ‘em on your fingers and count ‘em on your toes…
If you would like to share with us what you love about Prince
there’s just so much to love (and to see, and to do, and to
Edward Island National Park, please fill out a comment card at
experience) in the Park. Here’s our little list to get you started.
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Kayaking the Park’s coastline
Experience beautiful scenery and
serenity by canoeing and kayaking
in the Park on the various ponds
as well as in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Motorized watercraft
are not permitted within the Park boundaries.
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3 Brackley Beach on a stormy day With wind howling, waves
crashing and seabirds searching for cover.
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Viewing a sunset from Cavendish Beach
5 Biking the Homestead Trail on a crisp, fall day
Take your camera and capture the Park’s fall foliage.
Share your pictures with us by emailing them to [email protected]
6 Birdwatching Our diverse
habitats such as the woodlands,
coastal landscape, salt and fresh
water marshes, as well as the old
field growth and hedges are a
natural haven for birds. Checklists
are available at visitor information centres, campgrounds, and
entrance kiosks.
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1 Parabolic dunes These spectacular dunes are very rare in North
America. Hike the Greenwich
Dunes Trail across Bowley Pond
for the best view.
any Park entrance gate, campground or information centre!
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7 The beach (any beach!) on a warm
summer day
Campfire singalongs at Stanhope
Campground Creative and informative,
these interpretive activities are available to anyone visiting the Park.
Check the activity schedule on page 9
for details.
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Fishing boats sailing in and out of
Covehead Harbour
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10 The Haunted Woods Trail, on a quiet spring day Listen to the rustling of squirrels,
hares and chipmunks on this trail. You can almost feel Lucy Maud Montgomery’s
presence while experiencing for yourself how the landscape of this area invoked
the author’s vivid imagination.
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The internationally endangered
piping plover nests in flat sandy
areas where a scattering of gravel
and broken seashells provides
excellent camouflage. In fact, they
are so hard to see that one can easily disturb them without knowing
it. Each year, people, predators
and bad weather take their toll,
making it difficult for the plovers
to successfully hatch and raise
their young.
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12 Sticky date pudding Covered in warm toffee sauce
and vanilla ice cream, this dessert, featured in
Gourmet and Chatelaine magazines, is a specialty of
the house at Dalvay-by-the-Sea Hotel and should
not be missed!
Guided walks along the scenic Reeds and Rushes Trail in Dalvay
14 Anne! One hundred and one years after its publication, Anne of Green Gables
and the house and landscape that inspired this world-renowned classic are
still delighting and inspiring readers and visitors.
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15 Pond life Dalvay Pond is teeming with plants and
wildlife. Stop for a minute on the Reeds and Rushes
Trail and watch the dragonflies as they flash in the
sunlight. Sedge Sprites, Delicate Emeralds, Wandering Gliders and Ruby Meadowhawks are among
the 38 species of dragonfly and damselfly found in
Prince Edward Island National Park.
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Cross-country skiing on the Woodlands Trail
Fresh layers of clean snow quiet the sounds of
the forest. Black-capped chickadees make perfect
companions for any winter outing.
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17 Beach exploration Shells, driftwood and other items found on the beach are
fun to discover but remember to leave them where they are found. They are
shelter for the birds, animals and insects that make the beach their home!
An early morning jog on the Gulf Shore Way – our new multi-use trail
19 Pumpkin carving at the Fall Frolic
The annual Fall Frolic hosted by the
Parks and People Association is fun
for the whole family. For more information contact the Park at 902-672-6350.
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11 Spotting a beaver lodge… or better yet, a beaver!
Beaver lodges are often viewed from the Reeds and
Rushes Trail and the Greenwich Dunes Trail. Midday usually finds them in the lodge, but from dusk
to dawn you’ll find the beavers to be most active.
Did you know?
 The piping plover can walk and find
food within hours of hatching.
 In less than six weeks, piping plover
chicks increase their body weight
about tenfold to prepare for migration.
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hicks get protection from the
elements by standing underneath the
adult’s belly (this is called “brooding”).
An adult often broods all four chicks
at once – so you are not seeing things
if you notice a plover with ten legs!
 You can have a behind-the-scenes
look at what is being done to protect
the piping plover! Experience PEI
offers a piping plover patrol excursion
with one of our piping plover
specialists. To find out more visit
www.experiencepei.ca.
Help the chicks:
 P lease do not enter closed
nesting areas.
 If you suspect the presence of
an unprotected nest, report it to
Park staff.
We need everyone’s support to
help ensure the survival of this endangered species.
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Port-la-Joye –
Fort Amherst
From incredible vistas to rich cultural history,
Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst is a site that is
yours to discover.
The history of Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst National
Historic Site encompasses the interweaving of four
cultures on Prince Edward Island. The Mi’kmaq, followed by French, Acadian and British settlers, made this
site their home and lived through periods in history rife
with international struggle, but rich in local culture. This
history begins with the Mi’kmaq, whose presence on the
island dates back at least 10,000 years, and continues with
European settlement in 1720 at Port-la-Joye. Settlements
grew along the North-East River (Hillsborough River) in
rhythm with the settlement at Port-la-Joye, where French
and Acadian settlers cleared the land to build their homes.
As international tempers flared, treaties facilitated the
land switch between the French and English crowns. In
1758 the Acadian population was largely deported from
the island, leaving room for an enduring British occupation. The construction of Fort Amherst and today’s
visible earthworks remain the last visual cue of years of
turmoil, as spade replaced musket and a small village
became rolling agricultural land.
Archaeology at Parks Canada
Archaeology is an important way to expand our knowledge about what has happened at our national historic
sites and national parks. While many people see only
what is visible, an archaeologist knows that many clues
about our history lie in the ground. As the clues, which
include artifacts, features and structures, are unearthed,
the stories of our past come to life. Working with material culture researchers, collections managers, and conservators, the archaeologist can rebuild a view of the past.
Parks Canada digs in!
Have you ever wondered what lies buried beneath
your feet? This summer, under the supervision of Parks
Canada archaeologists, students from the University
of Prince Edward Island’s anthropology department
will take part in a dig to gain insight into the lives of
the people who made their home here in the eighteenth
century. Come and see the artifacts they uncover!
Archaeological excavations will be taking place at Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst
from Monday to Friday, June 1–26. For a schedule of interpretive activities and
group bookings, please call 902-566-7626.
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Old Harbour Path
Interpretive activities
Take a walk on the Old Harbour Path through
the site of one of Prince Edward Island’s
oldest settlements and along a stunning
landscape. Discover the history of the
Mi’kmaq and of the French, Acadian and
British settlers who have made the site their
home over the centuries.
 A knowledgeable guide and costumed
interpreters bring the past to life in our exclusive presentation of Stepping Back in Time.
Go fly a kite
Experience some of the best winds on
PEI! Take your kite and enjoy the beautiful
coastal breezes of the Charlottetown
Harbour. In early summer, the Parks and
People Association organizes a kite-flying
event. Bring your kite, watch it soar, and try
for a prize!
Tuesdays at 1:30 pm (English) and Wednesdays at
10:00 am (French). 75 mins.
 Discover the history of the Mi’kmaq
of Prince Edward Island through stories,
demonstrations and artifacts.
Thursdays at 1:00 pm (English only). 60 mins.
 Guided tours take place Monday to Friday
at 10:00 am and 1:30 pm in English and at
11:30 am and 3 pm in French.
45 mins. For group bookings, call 902-566-7626.
Fees are applicable for all interpretive activities.
Relax
Take in the panoramic vistas and a breathtaking
view of the Charlottetown harbour. Bring along
a picnic lunch and lounge, or bring your camera
and seek out some amazing scenic shots of the
harbour and lighthouses.
For more information, please call
902-566-7626.
Port-la-Joye–Fort Amherst National
Historic Site is located 32 km southwest
of Charlottetown. Follow the Blue Heron
Coastal Drive from Charlottetown in the
direction of Cornwall/Rocky Point.
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More National Historic
Sites on the Island
Learn more about the people, places and events
that have shaped our culture.
L.M. Montgomery’s Cavendish
National Historic Site
Province House National Historic Site 
Province House brings to life the
enthusiasm that surrounded the
1864 Charlottetown Conference,
when the Fathers of Confederation
met to discuss the possibility of
uniting British North America. This
magnificent building in historic
downtown Charlottetown has
housed the provincial legislature
since its construction in 1847.
This national historic site encompasses two distinct heritage sites:
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L.M. Montgomery’s Cavendish Home
Ardgowan National Historic Site 
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For more information or to book a tour,
please call 902-566-7626.
Ardgowan is the former home of
William Henry Pope, one of the
Fathers of Confederation and one
of the Island’s most illustrious
citizens of the 19th century. The
exterior of the house has been
restored to its former splendour
and the grounds are typical of a
Victorian garden of its time. Today
the building houses administrative
offices for Parks Canada.
For more information please call 902-672-6350.
At this site once stood the home of
L.M. Montgomery's grandparents,
where Lucy Maud was raised after
her mother’s death, and where she
wrote Anne of Green Gables.
See page 25 for our story on John and Jennie
Macneill and L.M. Montgomery’s Cavendish Home
Green Gables
Originally owned by cousins of
L.M. Montgomery, this is the
original home and grounds that
inspired the setting for the novel
Anne of Green Gables. Exhibits,
videos, walking trails, gift shop and
café on site.
See pages 24–25 for further information on
Green Gables. For more information on entry fees
and hours of operation please call 902-672-6350.
Dalvay-by-the-Sea National Historic Site 
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Information or reservations: 902-672-2048.
Toll-free:1-888-366-2955. www.dalvaybythesea.com
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Constructed as a summer home
in 1896, this enchanting Victorian
historic site is now a magnificent inn
and dining room. Commemorated in
1994 for its architectural significance,
this home and its serene natural
setting are truly breathtaking. The
dining room is open to the public
for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
(June 21 – Sept. 18) and afternoon tea
(July 1 – Sept. 7). Dinner reservations
are recommended in high season.
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Green Gables
We invite you to experience this peaceful landscape
that inspired Lucy Maud Montgomery to pen her
beloved novel, Anne of Green Gables.
Originally owned by elderly cousins
of L.M. Montgomery, the house now
known as Green Gables inspired the
setting for the novel Anne of Green
Gables. The home is now furnished
as Montgomery described it in
the story. Begin your visit with a
brief orientation film at our Visitor
Reception Centre. Explore the
house and barn, take a stroll on the
walking trails, and participate in an
interpretive activity. The site also
offers a picnic area, gift shop and café.
Guided tours
Discover a unique perspective of
Green Gables by participating in a
brief guided tour of the site.
Tour times are posted in the Green Gables
Visitor Centre.
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Did you know?
The typewriter that
L.M. Montgomery used
to write Anne of Green
Gables is on display at
Green Gables.
2009 activities
Activities take place from July 1 – August 23
and are included with admission.
In L.M. Montgomery’s Footsteps
Leave the 21st century behind as we
wander along the Balsam Hollow
Trail in search of past inhabitants of
the Cavendish area. (1 hr) Self register at
Green Gables Barn. Group size is limited.
English: Mon 3 pm / French: Tues 3 pm
Puppet Show
Games and Races
Fun for all! Join the “animals” of
Green Gables as they take a welldeserved break from chores to visit
and chat.
Enjoy your visit while playing
old fashioned games, races, and
activities with the local children
of Avonlea. (1 hr)
English: Mon, Wed, Fri: 11:00 am; Sat: 2:00 pm
French: Mon, Wed, Fri: 11:30 am; Sat: 2:30 pm
Bilingual: Wed, Thu, Fri at 3 pm
Green Gables Picnic
Join us for an afternoon of old-time
games with Anne and her friends.
You can also try your hand at
making an old fashioned treat! (2 hrs)
Bilingual: Sunday at 2 pm
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L.M. Montgomery’s Cavendish Home
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The story of Jennie and John Macneill and the
inspiration behind their life’s work.
j. sylvester
j. sylvester
Did you know?
Five different publishing companies rejected L.M. Montgomery’s
manuscript for Anne of Green Gables before L.C. Page Co. in
Boston agreed to publish it in 1908. Little did they know that
100 years later, the novel would be a world-renowned classic!
Telling the life story of one of the world’s most cherished
authors is a labour of love for Jennie and John Macneill,
whose painstaking restoration of the grounds surrounding the foundation of the author’s former home led to the
establishment of “L.M. Montgomery’s Cavendish Home”.
The site is part of L.M. Montgomery’s Cavendish National
Historic Site, which also includes Green Gables.
In 1985, when the first volume of L.M. Montgomery’s
5000-page journal was published, the Macneills gained
insight into how much she loved and was inspired by her
Cavendish surroundings. She was brought here as a small
child to live with her grandparents when her mother died
and this was her home for half of her life, from 1876 to
1911. It was here that she wrote her famous book, Anne of
Green Gables.
This peaceful setting gives a sense of the author and her
surroundings. The homestead, fields, lanes and old trees
around the site remain as they were when the author lived
here, and every year visitors come from across the globe to
explore and experience the serene setting that inspired her
great literary work.
In celebrating Lucy Maud Montgomery, the site is also
a tribute to John’s family heritage. Montgomery’s grandparents were John’s great-grandparents and the land has
been in the family for generations. John was born on this
land and has lived here all his life. In Montgomery’s own
words, this homestead “...is and ever must be hallowed
ground to me.” Jennie and John Macneill have dedicated
many years of their lives to keeping it as such, and now
their son David is carrying on the family tradition.
For more information on the cost of admission and hours of operation
please contact the Macneills at 902-963-2231 or e-mail them at
[email protected]
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j. sylvester
j. sylvester
Parks and People Association is a
non-profit organization that promotes awareness, appreciation and
conservation of the national park
and national historic sites on Prince
Edward Island.
We want to share our enjoyment
and experience of these special places
with others. Through our work,
we support conservation initiatives,
create fun recreational opportunities and celebrate our cultural and
natural heritage.
Our activities are funded with
proceeds from the following Parks
and People retail outlets:
 Cavendish – Nature Store
 Green Gables – Butter Churn Café
 Greenwich – Greenwich Boutique
 Province House – Gift Shop
We’re always looking for new
ideas, energy and enthusiasm. To
find out how you can help, contact
Parks and People at 902-894-4246, or
www.parksandpeople.ca.
Parks and People Association is looking for
new recruits. Find out what you can do to help.
j. sylvester
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year’s guide or in our online visitor section.
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using biogas energy, and is certified by the
Forest Stewardship Council. This reflects
Parks Canada’s commitment to reducing our
ecological footprint. To support us in our efforts
to minimize impact on the environment, please
recycle or pass this brochure on to a friend.
Contact Prince Edward Island National Park at
902-672-6350 for more information.
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2009 re-opening of the Green Gables
Golf Course: A product of masters
past and present.
A. MacLaughlan
The Green Gables Golf Course,
located in Prince Edward Island
National Park of Canada, was
designed and constructed in 1939
by Stanley Thompson, a renowned
Canadian golf course architect. Tens
of thousands of people have enjoyed
the course since then, and, although
the course required some major routing changes due to dune migration
and safety issues in the early 1980s,
it has retained many of the original
design elements introduced by Mr.
Thompson.
more special events
Beach Clean-up
May 30, 2009
www.parksandpeople.ca
Tour de PEI – Women’s Cycling Event
June 7–11, 2009
www.tourdepei.com
Come Fly-a-Kite
June 28, 2009
www.parksandpeople.ca
A. MacLaughlan
Canada’s Seashore Festival
July 17–19, 2009
www.cavendishbeachpei.com
j. Johnson
Green Gables Golf Course was one
of the original public golf courses on
the Island and with its iconic name
became an anchor for golfing on
Prince Edward Island. Now one of
approximately 26 courses on Prince
Edward Island, it is still a lure to
golfers because of its history and
location.
Stanley Thompson was a handson golf course architect. Robbie
Robinson, who went on to become
a preeminent golf course designer
himself, supervised the Green Gables
course, which was built in conjunction with Cape Breton’s Highlands
Links, from 1938 to 1941.
Colleagues had the highest respect
for Mr. Thompson, who died in 1953.
He had a larger-than-life personality
and his work was as highly regarded
then as it is now. His reputation continues to grow and he is recognized
today as an artistic genius in terms of
golf course design. He has played a
leading role in the golf course design
profession throughout the world.
Last year, the course was restored
to reflect many of Thompson’s original signature designs on the greens,
traps, tees and fairways, with the
help of another renowned architect,
Thomas McBroom. In addition to
upgrading the course play standard,
the changes have also improved and
enhanced the sustainability of the
beautiful natural habitat and view
planes which occur throughout the
course and its surroundings.
The revitalized Green Gables Golf
Course will ensure that this iconic
Stanley Thompson course, which has
long been an important part of the
visitor experience in Prince Edward
Island National Park, will continue
to delight and entertain visitors for
years to come.
Parks Day
July 18, 2009
www.parksday.ca
St. Peters Bay Wild Blueberry Festival
July 27 – August 2, 2009
www.stpetersblueberryfestival.ca
Prince Edward Island Marathon
October 17–18, 2009
www.princeedwardislandmarathon.com
Fall Frolic
Mid-October, 2009
www.parksandpeople.ca
Christmas Lights
November 27, 2009
www.parksandpeople.ca
Green Gables Golf Course is part of Prince
Edward Island National Park and is managed
by a third-party lease agreement.
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Special
Events
Our Healthy Parks for People project is creating new ways for you to enjoy our
scenic landscapes, help us protect our natural environment and celebrate the
outdoors in a fun and healthy way.
T h i s s u m m e r d i s c o v e r t h e p a r k i n a v a r i e t y o f n e w w ay s …
Cycle along the Gulf Shore Way – a safe way to experience the Park
from a whole new perspective.
Stop at the various interpretive nodes along the “Way” to appreciate the
beaches, dunes, salt marshes and ponds that make the Park so special.
Explore rolling hills, lush farmlands and captivating coastlines on our
newly expanded trail system in Cavendish.
…While helping to protect this special place.
Sand dunes are very fragile and easily eroded by the wind, especially
when they have been damaged by too much foot traffic. To help restore
damaged areas and protect the dunes for future generations, we are
working with park visitors to reduce the use of unauthorized paths
through the dunes.
Please park in designated parking lots located at all supervised beaches,
picnic areas, and trails in the Park (Brackley Beach, Stanhope Cape Picnic
Area, Ross Lane Beach, Stanhope Beach, Dalvay Operations Centre) and
don’t forget to use designated beach access paths only.
Thank you for contributing to the protection of your National Park!
For more information on Prince Edward Island National Park, including our hiking and
cycling trails, call 902-672-6350 or visit www.pc.gc.ca/pei.
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Enjoy a healthy day in a healthy park!