Dave Gunning
Region: Cape Breton’s South Coast
Community: Port Hawkesbury
With a career spanning two decades and 12 albums, Dave has gained a reputation for being a great storyteller and engaging performer who has...
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Ground Hog Day - Two Rivers Tunnel Spring Prediction
WINTER FROLIC EVENTS
Feb. 1
- Coasting, skating snowshoeing from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., weather permitting.
Feb. 2
- Coasting, skating snowshoeing from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m., weather permitting.
- Groundhog Day ceremonies beginning at 11:15
Two Rivers Wildlife Park:
– The park is 500-acres and is run by the community
– The park is located where the Salmon River meets the Mira River in Huntington
– The park first opened its doors in 1981. The province ran the park, which at the time was operated on a seasonal basis only.
– In 1995, the Department of Natural Resources ceases operation of the park, that’s when a not-for-profit community group formed to manage the facility
– The park is open 364 days a year. The only day the park is closed is on Christmas Day
– The facility features more than 50 species including birds, farm animals and Canadian wildlife
– The park is open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. during the winter months. Hours are extended during the summer months
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