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As we cross the International Bridge and clear Canadian Customs, we are welcomed to New Brunswick! Viewed: 987 times.
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The late U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt's 'cottage' is just a mile onto the island. It is just as it was in the 1930's and you can tour it for free Spring through Fall. Viewed: 817 times.
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The flowers around the cottage are always beautiful and you can walk down to the beach behind it. This is a 'must stop' when in the area. It's a step back in time. Viewed: 527 times.
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This is the "Welcome Center" near the cottage. Literature is available as well as more information about FDR. Viewed: 540 times.
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These boats are no longer sea-worthy and have seen better days but make for great photographs! They can be found just a few miles down the road from the cottage. Viewed: 543 times.
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We don't know what kind of stories these boats could tell but life working on the sea is hard. Newer ships do the work now! Viewed: 620 times.
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This is a view of Eastport, Maine from Campobello Island. During the Summer months a ferry operates between these points. Eastport is the easternmost city in the United States. Viewed: 528 times.
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A boat makes its way through the waters near Campobello Island. Other area islands can be seen in the background. Viewed: 489 times.
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The entire area surrounding the island is beautiful. You'll find many spots to take photos like this. Viewed: 490 times.
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Mainland New Brunswick can be seen in the background. The only way to get there without going through the U.S. is by ferry. It's a fun trip! Viewed: 523 times.
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This is a fish weir. The fish swim in but can't get out. If you watch for a while you will see the fishermen come to collect their catch! Viewed: 507 times.
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Another fish weir just around the corner. About 50 miles over the horizon is the coast of Nova Scotia. Viewed: 499 times.
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Another beautiful view of the Atlantic Ocean. It's truly breathtaking from this vantage point! Viewed: 523 times.
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There are several beach areas on the island for you to explore. This is a small area near the lighthouse but there are rocky beaches perfect for a sunny day. Viewed: 462 times.
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This kayaker knows how to enjoy a sunny day. He was preparing for a close view of the boat parade on Lighthouse Day. Viewed: 451 times.
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This is the end of the road on the island and the parking area for the East Quoddy Head Lighthouse. This is a very beautiful spot. There is no commercial development of any kind here. Viewed: 472 times.
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A boat parade was held on the first annual "Lighthouse Day" in 2000. Here we await the parade's appearance. Viewed: 465 times.
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The bagpiper waits for the boat parade to begin so he can serenade the crowd. The sign to the right warns visitors of the 5 foot per hour rise in tides - a sure sign of trouble! Viewed: 461 times.
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A Canadian Government firefighting boat leads the way. A boat parade around the island was enjoyed by the folks on the boats and the island! Viewed: 473 times.
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Here the bagpiper plays while the boat parade circles the island. The boats had passed the lighthouse and were making their way around. Viewed: 521 times.
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Here's another shot of the firefighting boat. These are fun to watch. Viewed: 520 times.
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If you can attend a Lighthouse Day you're sure to see a similar display! Viewed: 448 times.
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More of the contingent of vessels in the boat parade move past. There were quite a variety of boats taking part. Viewed: 443 times.
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Deer Island is in the background. It is only possible to travel there by ferry and is not accessible from the U.S. Deer Island is larger than Campobello Island. Viewed: 433 times.
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