{"id":8209,"date":"2020-08-10T05:15:03","date_gmt":"2020-08-10T05:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/?p=8209"},"modified":"2020-08-11T17:54:30","modified_gmt":"2020-08-11T17:54:30","slug":"rc-virtual-road-trip-beachgoing-at-the-bay-of-fundy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/index.php\/en\/rc-virtual-road-trip-beachgoing-at-the-bay-of-fundy\/","title":{"rendered":"Virtual Road-Trip: Beachgoing at the Bay of Fundy"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Welcome to the Bay of Fundy, the next destination on our virtual cross-Canada road trip!<\/h2>\n<p>Winding its way between New Brunswick\u00a0and\u00a0Nova Scotia, the Bay of Fundy is a unique coastal environment that is known for having the highest tides in the world.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8210 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/postcard-bay-of-fundy-en.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1050\" height=\"816\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/postcard-bay-of-fundy-en.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/postcard-bay-of-fundy-en-640x497.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/postcard-bay-of-fundy-en-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/postcard-bay-of-fundy-en-530x412.jpg 530w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Breathe in the refreshing sea air and enjoy the striking views of craggy cliffs and thundering waves. Join us as we explore this iconic coastal landscape, share some family-friendly beach activities, and learn more about the endangered whales that migrate to this area to feed and raise their calves.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re just joining the road trip, you can check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/reconnecting-canadians\/weekly-wild-update.html#ThisWeek\">previous stops<\/a> to explore additional activities.<a name=\"pack\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Pack Your Bag!<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8211\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8211\" style=\"width: 317px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8211\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/bay-of-fundy.jpg\" alt=\"bay of fundy map\" width=\"317\" height=\"317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/bay-of-fundy.jpg 501w, https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/bay-of-fundy-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8211\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.ca\/maps\/place\/Bay+of+Fundy\/@45.0876811,-65.5284736,8.5z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x4b5809921d270ad9:0x4f7260ab9879c7a!8m2!3d44.9488396!4d-65.3843623\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google Map<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/earth.google.com\/web\/search\/Bay+of+Fundy,+Nova+Scotia,+Canada\/@44.82600307,-65.58343218,-55.36715951a,128903.36177314d,35y,83.27361275h,45.79623359t,0r\/data=CosBGmESWwokMHg0YjU4MDk5MjFkMjcwYWQ5OjB4NGY3MjYwYWI5ODc5YzdhGSqTdZNzeUZAIflzwGSZWFDAKiFCYXkgb2YgRnVuZHksIE5vdmEgU2NvdGlhLCBDYW5hZGEYAiABIiYKJAk_GJAM2ZhIQBFQNbElLXVIQBlgQA5qtwpYwCH368qiE0FYwA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google Earth<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Explore the Bay of Fundy from the comfort of your home with these fun activities and get ready to take part in this week\u2019s outdoor adventures at the beach!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/reconnecting-canadians\/map_v1-2.pdf\"><strong>Map of Canada<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Print off a copy of our road trip map and pin it up so you can mark the locations you visit each week!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/resources\/downloads\/word-searches\/word-search-bay-fundy-en.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Word Search<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Learn more about the Bay of Fundy with this fun word search.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/resources\/downloads\/scavenger-hunts\/scavenger-hunt_ns-en.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Scavenger Hunt <\/strong><\/a>\u2013 Download a copy of this week\u2019s virtual scavenger hunt and see if you can find some of these items near your home!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beachwear <\/strong>\u2013 Make a splash this week by donning your beach attire! Grab your swimsuit and sunglasses and get ready for this week\u2019s outdoor beachgoing adventures!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Travel Journal<\/strong> \u2013 Find a journal or make your own so you can write about your weekly adventures!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ready to explore? You can virtually visit the Bay of Fundy by <strong>clicking the Google Earth or Google Map links above<\/strong>.<a name=\"learn\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Learn about Local Wildlife<\/h3>\n<p>The North Atlantic Right Whale is the most endangered large whale on the planet. Historically found throughout the Atlantic Ocean, it is estimated that only around 400 Right Whales now remain.<\/p>\n<p>You can learn more about this rare whale and the threats it is facing by watching the video below and visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hww.ca\/en\/wildlife\/mammals\/North-Atlantic-Right-Whale.html?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hinterland Who\u2019s Who<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"embed embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The North Atlantic Right Whale\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/P8Dqiinb5N0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><a name=\"adventure\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Outdoor Adventure<\/h3>\n<p>Sun, sand and\u00a0cool waters \u2013\u00a0there is nothing quite like a visit to the beach!\u00a0Building sandcastles, splashing in the water, playing games and trying new beach activities are all fun ways to\u00a0spend time together\u00a0as a family.\u00a0Spending a day\u00a0at the beach is also a great way to take a break from technology and reconnect with nature.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-standard wp-image-8214\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/kids-beach-playing-1167560215-1100x640.jpg\" alt=\"child at the beach playing\" width=\"1100\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for ways to bring the beach experience home,\u00a0why not invest in a sandbox?\u00a0A\u00a0sandbox provides a fun space where kids can explore their imagination while\u00a0enjoying\u00a0a new\u00a0sensory experience.<\/p>\n<p>With fountains, sprinklers and other water features to enjoy,\u00a0spray pads\u00a0and splash parks\u00a0also offer\u00a0a fun way for kids\u00a0to cool off\u00a0on a hot summer day, especially in urban areas!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-standard wp-image-8215\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/splash-pad-866793148-1100x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1100\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/cwf.tiged.org\/wfnc\/assignments\/1118757\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>WILD Family Nature Club<\/strong><\/a> page to discover more ways to\u00a0enjoy the sand, sun and water at home, in your community and at the beach!<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><a name=\"action\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Take Action<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-standard wp-image-8216\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/shoreline-cleanup-1023573596-1100x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1100\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Coastal creatures like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/right-whale\/?src=blog\">North Atlantic Right Whale<\/a> need your help! You can support marine conservation from home by taking part in one of these actions and by visiting our <a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/coasts-oceans\/?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Coasts &amp; Oceans<\/a> page to discover more ways to get involved.<!--\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lang-attr featured-image alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/1057\/products\/Orca_mini_large.jpg?v=1515441216\" alt=\"Killer Whale Adoption Kit\" width=\"183\" height=\"102\" data-bilingual=\"Killer Whale Adoption Kit|Trousse d\u2019adoption \u2013 \u00e9paulard\" data-attr=\"alt\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"lang-attr featured-image alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/1057\/products\/beluga-whale-adopt_large.jpg?v=1515441044\" alt=\"Beluga Whale Adoption Kit\" width=\"121\" height=\"121\" data-bilingual=\"Beluga Whale Adoption Kit|Trousse d\u2019adoption \u2013 b\u00e9luga\" data-attr=\"alt\" \/>--><\/p>\n<ul>\n \t<!--\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopcwf.ca\/collections\/adopt-an-animal\/products\/beluga-whale-adoption\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adopt a Whale<\/a> \u2013 Your adoption will help fund marine conservation efforts along Canada\u2019s coastlines, including efforts to help respond to marine animal emergencies.<\/li>\n\n--><\/p>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/plastics\/?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Reduce Your Plastic Footprint<\/a> \u2013 Learn how you can reduce your plastic footprint at home by taking our quiz.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shorelinecleanup.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join a Shoreline Cleanup<\/a> \u2013 Find a shoreline cleanup taking place near you, or plan and lead your own!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/marine-action-plan\/?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Support CWF\u2019s Marine Action Plan<\/a> \u2013 Sign our petition to help ensure safer waterways for whiles and all marine animals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a name=\"share\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Share Your Memories<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-standard wp-image-8217\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/family-sharing-outside-deck-tablet-1182909431-1100x640.jpg\" alt=\"family outside deck tablet\" width=\"1100\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This week we learned about the Bay of Fundy and the North Atlantic Right Whale. We also discovered new ways to enjoy the sun, sand and water with some fun beachgoing activities.<\/p>\n<p>Before we go, let\u2019s take time to reflect on our experiences by thinking about the following questions and capturing our thoughts in our <strong>Travel Journals<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>What did you learn about the Bay of Fundy?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>In what ways are you connected to the ocean?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>What is one thing you can do to support marine animals like the North Atlantic Right Whale?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>What beachy activities did you try with your family this week?<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As a special souvenir, you can also <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/donate.cwf-fcf.org\/site\/Ecard?ecard_id=3061\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">send an e-postcard<\/a><\/strong> to your family and friends, <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/donate.cwf-fcf.org\/images\/content\/pagebuilder\/postcard-bay-of-fundy-en.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">download this week\u2019s postcard<\/a> <\/strong>or <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/resources\/downloads\/pdf\/postcard-interactive_v1-0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">make your own<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Contest!<\/h3>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-7912 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/wfnc-backpack-576x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"113\" height=\"125\" \/>Show us<\/strong> how your family is participating in our virtual cross-Canada road trip! <strong>Post a picture on social media using #WeeklyWild<\/strong> and you will automatically be entered into a monthly draw for your chance to <strong>WIN a fabulous WILD Family Nature Club adventuring backpack full of goodies<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/reconnecting-canadians\/weekly-wild-update.html#contest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn how you can win &gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Don\u2019t miss a Weekly Wild update! <u>Sign up for free<\/u> at the Canadian Wildlife Federation\u2019s Reconnecting Canadians.<\/h4>\n<h4>Ready to visit the next stop on our cross-Canada road trip? Let\u2019s hit the road! <a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/reconnecting-canadians\/weekly-wild-update.html?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here to check out our latest location<\/a>!<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-excerpt\">Welcome to the Bay of Fundy, the next destination on our virtual cross-Canada road trip! 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