Petroglyph Paddle

Petroglyph Paddle is a guided paddle program offered at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site in July and August.

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• Description
• Dates, times, location and details
• Reservations and payment
• Facilities and services
• Map

Description

Paddle together in a big canoe with your guides out onto Kejimkujik Lake into a restricted petroglyph site. Here you can see and touch the petroglyph carvings and feel the presence of the Mi’kmaq, since time immemorial, on this cultural landscape.

• The petroglyphs viewed in this program are the same ones that are viewed in the walking petroglyph tour
• The petroglyphs are in a restricted area, and the tours are the only way visitors can access them
• The petroglyphs are located on the shoreline and may be hidden when water levels are high

Dates, times, location and details

Dates and times

• Tuesdays in July and August
• 6 pm to 8 pm
• Please come a bit early to get suited up
• If you have special concerns or requirements, please contact the Visitor Centre 2 days in advance and come 30 minutes early to talk with interpreters
• Consult the guided experiences schedule

Duration

• 2 hours

Location

• Meet at the Parks Canada Boathouse at Jakes Landing

Languages

• English

Age requirements

• Visitors 16 and under require adult accompaniment
• Not recommended for children under 12

What to bring

• No pets please

We will provide

• Personal flotation devices (PFDs) and paddles

Other important information

• This program takes place rain or shine

Facilities and services

• Parking at Jakes Landing
• Washrooms at Jakes Landing

Reservations and payment

How to book

• In-person: Register at the Visitor Centre
• Telephone: 902-682-2772

Prices

• See program fees at Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site

Cancellation policy

Please cancel your reservation if you are unable to attend, out of respect for other visitors who may like to join this tour. This program is in high demand and space is limited.

Cancellation is required a minimum of 24 hours in advance.

• Telephone: 902-682-2772

Program will be cancelled in unsafe weather conditions (such as high wind or lightning).

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