The Inverness County Recreation/Tourism Department is partnering with community groups and organizations throughout the county to sponsor "Winter Active 2021". The Winter Active Celebration will provide opportunities for children, youth, and adults to participate in fun outdoor recreational activities that encourage a healthier, active living lifestyle.Stay tuned for an update on communities taking part in Winter Active 2021! Judique Winter Fest – February 6, 2021Mabou Feis Fuar / Mabou Winter Festival – February 12-15, 2021Creignish Family Snowshoe Walk – February 13,…
Make way to St. Margaret of Scotland Church in River Denys by snowmobile on Sunday, March 7th for the annual “Mass on the Mountain” at 2:00pm. Built in 1841, St. Margaret of Scotland Church in River Denys is the oldest standing building in Inverness County.Contact: Leonard Tobey, 902-787-2232
Thursdays: Weekly Jam Session at the Whycocomagh Waterfront Centre, 7pmSaturdays: Weekly Fiddle Ceilidh at the Doryman Pub in Cheticamp, 2-6pmSundays: Weekly Ceilidhs at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre, Judique, 2-5pm
The annual Inverness Capers Snowmobile Rally will take place on Saturday, February 20th .Registration is 10:00am - 12:00pm at the Scotsville Fire Hall.Meal & Prizes included with registration.Contact:Mike Gillis, 902-224-0147
Held on the third Sunday of each Month.Meet at the Whycocomagh Waterfront Centre at 3:00pm and head out on a snowshoe hike.Following the hike, gather at the Centre for a light dinner along with LIVE entertainment.Cost – Hike: N/CDinner & Music: $15 per personDinner & Music open to non-hikers.Contact: Terry Gillis, terrygillis@live.com
Date: February 12-15, 2021Locations: West Mabou Hall & Trails, Angus Central’s Pond, Mabou Rivers TrailFour-day community winter festival for all ages.Activities will include cross country and back country skiing, snowshoeing, skating, pond hockey, bonfire, and more!Schedule of events TBA.Contacts:Derrick Cameron, 902-595-0794Alec MacNeil, 902-258-7041
Winter outdoor activities for all ages. Snowshoeing, Marshmallow Roasting, Tamarac Tea over an open fire, Tug a War and more! 1:00-4:00pm, Free admission. Contact:Rachel MacGillivray902-302-1734, macgillivrayra@gmail.com
Date: February 13, 2021 – 10:00amEvent begins at the Creignish Recreation Centre, 2123 Hwy 19, Creignish.Enjoy a walk along the beautiful Celtic Shores Coastal Trail.Hot drinks and snacks provided afterwards!Limited number of snowshoes will be available.Free Admission.Contact:Richard Beaton, 902-302-1010, richardbeaton1@gmail.comJohn MacNeil, 902-625-0007
Mi-Careme, which means mid-Lent, has been an annual tradition in the communities of Cheticamp, Saint-Joseph-du-Moine and Grand Etang for many years. Mi-Careme week is a fun celebration of merrymaking, costuming and delicious food!Date: March 7-13, 2021For more information and event listings, visit www.micareme.ca OR www.facebook.com/lamicaremeContact: 902-224-1016
Date: Saturday, March 6thA fun filled day of riding while helping to raise money for local snowmobile clubs. Part of the proceeds of the ride will go to L’Arche Cape Breton.Ride leaves from Inverary Resort, BaddeckContact: Janet Jamieson, judique.jan@ns.sympatico.ca
Looking for an enjoyable day outdoors? The Inverness County Recreation/Tourism Department has skiis, snowshoes and walking poles available on a rental basis. Great fun awaits for individuals, school groups, community organizations and more! Please call 902-787-3508 for more information $1 per day / $5 per week
