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LEARN ABOUT LIFE ON THE RIVER
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UPCOMING EVENTS
2025 Annual General Meeting
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St. Mary's River Community fair and cardboard boat regatta
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Guided Moose Hike July 31,2025
Explore Moose Country with Nature Nova Scotia and St. Mary's River Association on a guided hike through historical mainland moose habitat along the Guysborough Nature Trail.
July 31st, 10 AM Meet at the St. Mary’s River Interpretive Centre We'll start with a short talk about our ongoing moose conservation work, then hit the trail to learn how to identify moose tracks, scat, and browse — and maybe even spot some wildlife along the way! Bring water, snacks, and sturdy shoes. |
Education in action all year round
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The St. Mary’s River, or Napu'saqnuk, was an essential waterway for the Mi’kmaq, who moved between seasonal hunting grounds and winter camping settlements. We acknowledge the Peace & Friendship Treaties signed in this Territory and recognize that we are all Treaty People.
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SMRA EDUCATION & INTERPRETIVE CENTRE
Wild Atlantic salmon and pristine waters have brought anglers and nature lovers to the banks of the St. Mary's River for decades. The SMRA felt that in order to educate the public about the history and problems faced by the river, a facility to house artifacts and educational information should be built. The St. Mary's River Association Education and Interpretive Centre was constructed in 2001 to serve this need. This was made possible through the hard work of our volunteers, and the generosity of our supporters. The centre has fascinating exhibits related to salmon angling on the St. Mary's River. We have an excellent collection of photos, fishing tackle and memorabilia of famous anglers such as Lee Wulff and the Legendary Babe Ruth as well as information on local fishing families such as MacIntosh, Silver and Barnes. Learn about the life cycle of the Atlantic salmon, as well as what they eat and what eats them. You'll also see exhibits on local wildlife including the Nova Scotia wood turtle, birds, butterflies and bats. Learn about the river system, it's history, its problems and the progress made by Association volunteers on river enhancement and river stabilization projects. Come and explore our Centre and experience what it was like when the mighty Atlantic salmon was plentiful. |
Interpretive Centre
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