Taking time to connect as a family is something I really did not realize we needed, at least not until we did it.
New Brunswick
#discoverNBbeaches – Black Beach, Lorneville
Did you know we have a beach, right here in New Brunswick, that has black sand? Black Beach is located minutes outside of Saint John, in Lorneville.
#DiscoverNBBeaches – McLeod’s Beach
When travelling from Saint John to St Martin’s on Route 111, why not venture along the coast via Route 825 and visit a few beaches along the way? McLeod’s Beach is the first of 3 beaches you will come across.
McLeod’s Beach, Reed’s Beach and Gardner Creek Beach are all on NB Route 825.
There is no parking, so we pulled off along the side of the road, there are a few spots with a little shoulder. When the tide is out,
#DiscoverNBBeaches – Gardner Creek Beach
We are enjoying our summer and setting out each week, or so to #discoverNBbeaches to share with you. We hope you are enjoying this series, and would love any suggestions on beaches to visit!
A recent outing, on a cool and breezy Spring day, led us to explore Gardner Creek Beach on route 825, NB. It is located along the Fundy coast between Saint John and St. Martin’s, about 1.5 hours drive from Moncton, 30 minutes from Saint John, and about 15 minutes from St. Martin’s.
#DiscoverNBBeaches – Irving Nature Park
In 2017, we ( the boys and I) spent our summer in Quispamsis, caring for my mom after her stroke. Exploring beaches was one of the things we did to get away from the hospital and get the boys outside. We went to the Irving Nature Park a few times over the summer, and here are some of our photos and the details on the park.
Maple Sugar Camps & Maple Syrup Producers in New Brunswick
March means Maple Syrup, Sugar Camps, Maple Candy, Maple Cones, and many other yummy treats!
As a local Moncton mom, I enjoy sharing family-friendly activities around New Brunswick, like Sleigh Rides in New Brunswick, Outdoor Skating In Moncton, Sliding Hills in New Brunswick, and more.
We update our list of Maple Sugar Camps and Maple Syrup Producers every March to help you support local New Brunswick producers. Last updated March 2025. Always check details directly with locations for pricing and detailed schedules.
Family Fun in New Brunswick- Sliding Hills
Winter is here, and we know you are looking for ways to get outside and enjoy some family time. Tobogganing, tubing, or sliding in New Brunswick is so much fun. New Brunswick gets slammed with the most snow in the Maritimes each year, making this list the perfect resource for your family to get out and enjoy some fun and fresh air.
Winter Festivals and Events in Family-Friendly New Brunswick
Winter Festivals and Events In New Brunswick
UPDATED FOR WINTER 2024/2025 EVENTS – Are you looking for the scoop on Family-Friendly Winter Festivals in New Brunswick? We have you covered with all the details as they become available for family-friendly festivals in New Brunswick.
Travel With Us!
When it comes to family travel, I truly believe in exploring where we are from. We love day trips, weekend adventures, and exploring New Brunswick. We are sharing mainly our family travel of weekend wanderings, day trips within 2-3 hours of Moncton, New Brunswick (where we are from), and some longer adventures we have had … Read more
Travel Tuesday – Just Take It Easy
This Travel Tuesday (in the Summer of 2017) we spent the day at Fundy National Park. We were seeking a relaxing adventure and time spent together. We had been spending the Summer with my mom in Quispamsis after she suffered a stroke, so we were looking for a little getaway.
