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Cape Breton Island

Cape Breton Island (French: île du CapBreton, formerly île Royale; Scottish Gaelic: Ceap Breatainn or Eilean Cheap Bhreatainn; Miꞌkmaq: Unamaꞌki) is an island on the Atlantic coast of North America and part of the province of Nova Scotia, Canada.. The 10,311 km 2 (3,981 sq mi) island accounts for % of Nova Scotia's total area. . Although the island is physically .
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Cape Breton, NS | "Gypsum Mine Lake" ᴴᴰ

The breathtaking Gypsum Mine Lake is a kilometre out and back trail loed near Cheticamp that is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used...
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Men in the Mines

Earliest known quarrying of gypsum in Nova Scotia, by farmers in Windsor area for local use as fertilizer. 1780. Slate quarry established at Wittenberg Mountain, Colchester County. 1784. Colonial government begins systematic mining of coal at Sydney Mines, Cape Breton. 1789. Earliest attempt to smelt iron ore in Nova Scotia at Nictaux, Annapolis County. 1798. Coal .
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Cabot Trail | Celtic Scenery | Out Here Travel | Tour Canada

Drive the legendary roadtripping road the Cabot Trail and soak in the scenery. . Experience as much as Cape Breton Highlands National Park has to offer. . Enjoy a sunset hike at the world renowned Skyline Trail. . Wildlife watch – looking for moose at every opportunity. . Swim in an abandoned gypsum mine.
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Volunteers with Cheticamp's Gypsum Mine Trail launch Fund ...

 · Gypsum Mine Trail welcomes thousands of visitors a year, an attraction run entirely by volunteers. The multipurpose trail is the second busiest outdoor destination on Cape Breton Island, after the. A popular tourist destination in the Cheticamp area is looking for your help. Gypsum Mine Trail welcomes thousands of visitors a year, an attraction run entirely by .
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5 Picture Perfect (Easy!) Fall Hikes | Destination Cape Breton

Gypsum Mines Trail. The Gypsum Mine Trail is a kilometre out and back trail, loed in Chéticamp. To get to the Mines, it is only a simple 20minute hike, that will lead you to a beautiful, secret swimming spot. At the top of the ridge, you go in between two small hills and into the secret swimming spot: an old gypsum quarry. Here you can spend your time picture taking, .
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 · Cape Breton Island ; Cheticamp ; Cheticamp Places to Visit ; Gypsum Mine Trail; Search. Gypsum Mine Trail. 37 Reviews #4 of 11 things to do in Cheticamp. Outdoor Activities, Nature Parks, Sights Landmarks, Hiking Trails, Mines More. Back Road, Cheticamp, Nova Scotia B0E 2M0, Canada. Save. Review Highlights "Beautiful Spot" This is such a beautiful .
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Cape Breton, Nova Scotia | Latest News, Economy and Real ...

 · 'We really need this': Cape Breton volunteer committee fundraising 50000 for Gypsum Mine Trail SaltWire Network. Sun, 27 Feb 2022 01:03:13 GMT. Cape Breton artist's design makes it easy to spot Indigenous literature at NSCC campuses . Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:00:00 GMT. Cape Breton, Nova Scotia Latest Economy News Articles Support for .
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GeorgiaPacific idles Nova Scotia mine

 · Canada: GeorgiaPacific has idled its Cape Breton gypsum mine in Nova Scotia due to the weak US dollar and low demand for wallboard in the US. The company is laying off 34 workers at the site whilst retaining eight others as a skeleton staff. GeorgiaPacific told its workers on 2 December 2011 that it will indefinitely idle operations at its Sugar Camp quarry. "This is .
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Fundraiser by Gypsum Mine Mine de plâtre : Help! The ...

 · The Gypsum Mine Trail and Lake site are in the Cape Breton Highlands, just off the worldfamous Cabot Trail and loed in the Acadian coastal fishing village of Cheticamp, Nova Scotia. The trail and lake site are comprised of lands donated to the community by National Gypsum Canada and David Fraser. The trail and lake were once part of an open pit mine and .
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Old Gypsum Mine Site in Cape Breton

Checking out an old gypsum mine in Iona on the Bras d'Or Lakes in Cape Breton, NS. The mine closed down during the depression.
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Gypsum mine

 · Cape Breton Island ; Cheticamp ; Cheticamp Things to Do ; Gypsum Mine Trail; Search. Gypsum Mine Trail. 37 Reviews #4 of 11 things to do in Cheticamp. Sights Landmarks, Outdoor Activities, Nature Parks, Hiking Trails, Mines More. Back Road, Cheticamp, Nova Scotia B0E 2M0, Canada. Save. Review Highlights "Beautiful Spot" This is .
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44 GEOLOGICALLY SIGNIFICANT SITES IN NOVA SCOTIA | Not ...

Mabou Mines Harbour – Cliffs overlooking Mabou Mines Harbour expose Carboniferous sedimentary rocks that are cut by faults recognizable by observing where the sedimentary layers end. White rocks, or Windsor gypsum, can also be seen in the cliffs to the right of the fault. In addition to the fault and the gypsum, an unconformity exists in the low cliffs behind the small .
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Cape Breton Cabins | Best prices on Cozycozy

The Gypsum mine chalet(La Campe) Inverness. Chalet for up to 4 people with an excellent rating of 99% based on 47 reviews. This accommodation is based in Inverness. Facilities and services include a kitchen, air conditioning and a barbecue. Take advantage of the Free Parking with this accommodation in Inverness! Other accommodation types in Cape Breton Cape Breton .
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Prehistoric discovery: Mastodon bone found in Cape Breton

 · Lawrence MacNeil and Sandy MacLeod dug up an ancient mastodon bone at a gypsum quarry in Little Narrows, Cape Breton last week. The tibia bone, from a young mastodon that lived up to 80,000 years ...
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Approval for Gypsum Mine Complete

 · The proposed mine, including all facilities, will occupy 170 hectares. Gypsum will be trucked to an onsite crushing and screening plant. It will then be loaded onto highway trucks for transport to Point Tupper. The mine is expected to have a 20year life. Georgia Pacific has been mining gypsum in Cape Breton since 1962.

August 10, 2021. August 6, 2021 by Myra. Rest and relaxation are on the agenda when you stay in these luxury glamping domes near Judique – a fantastic jumping off point for exploring Cape Breton Island and the Cabot Trail. Good to Know Loion: Judique, Cape Breton Distance from causeway: 35 kilometers (25 minute drive) Family friendly?
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Gypsum Mine Trail And Lake Site Requires Funds To Maintain ...

 · Gypsum Mine Trail and Lake site requires funds to maintain access. One of Cape Bretons hidden gems, the Gypsum Mines, needs funds to help maintain access to the trail. A section of land is up for sale that will compromise part of the trails parking lot.
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Cape Breton Roadtrip: Gypsum Arch Cave

 · Bad lighting and our ill preparation (no lights,bad camera) mean you'll have to see it for yourself to appreciate its beauty. Geocaches in area: "Gypsum Arch Cave" N 46° W 060° Status: Needs maintenance (4/6/13) GC14ZN4. Posted by Cape Breton Road Trip at 08:51. Email ThisBlogThis!Share to TwitterShare to FacebookShare to Pinterest.
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Steps on a Wooden Bridge 16! My daughter, Ruby joined me for a step on this wooden bridge which is on the trail to the Gypsum Mine in Chéticamp, Cape Breton...