attractions

Golf
The Humber Valley regions offers a triple play when it comes to golf.
Award winning courses that challenge and entertain. Featuring the
Humber Valley resort, which has won numerous international awards
for its famed 18 hole championship course. As well, within the city
of Corner Brook, the Blomidon Golf Course offers a relaxing scenic
view of the city and surrounding bay. The Humber River Golf Course
finishes the triple play with a challenging 9 nine course nestled
in the forest along the Humber River.

Fishing
If you love fishing, then Western Newfoundland becomes heaven
on water. Home to several class A salmon rivers, you are bound
to land your trophy fish. At Big Falls you can view the mighty
Atlantic Salmon jumping as they make their way upstream.
The Humber River is truly an salmon anglers paradise, but salmon
is not the only catch in Western Newfoundland, trout are also bountiful in the numerous lakes and ponds within this region.

Gros Morne National Park
Enjoy a full day excursion to Gros Morne National
Park to explore the scenic beauty of this UNESCO World
Heritage Site. From volcanic ocean headlands, Fjords,
to fine sandy beaches, and extraordinary hiking trails
the park offers something for everyone. Wildlife abounds in the national park. Moose are particularly plentiful with the largest population per square KM of anywhere in North America.
Gros Morne National Park is an unforgettable experience !

Hiking
Hiking in Western Newfoundland in not limited only to the National
Park. There are numerous trails throughout the Bay of Islands and
Humber Valley region. Guides are available and trips can range
from 2-3 hours or 2-3 days depending on your ability. visit the City
of Corner Brook adventure tourism web page for more information.

On The Water
Kayaking and canoeing are becoming very popular with Western Newfoundland's vast expanse of wilderness and ocean areas. Paddling brings you closer to to nature. You can explore on your own or take advantage of guided tours offered by a variety of local companies. visit City of Corner Brook Tour web page for additional information.

Vikings
L'Anse Aux Meadows ... Another UNESCO World Heritage site
at the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula in Western Newfoundland.
Providing proof that the Vikings were the first European visitors
to North America, Lance Aux Meadows is a fascinating visit back in time. Parks Canada has reconstructed life as it was 1000 years ago complete with Viking characters. A visitor's centre filled with artifacts and stories completes your visit back in time.

Gros Morne Theatre Festival
The Gros Morne Theatre Festival has been named in the American Bus Association's Top 100 things to see in 2005. This festival has a long tradition of offering the best in stage productions from comedy to drama. "Tempting Providence" the life story of Nurse Myra Bennett was first performed at this festival... it has since travelled world wide to rave reviews... find out more at Theatre Newfoundland Labrador's Web Site.

Marble Mountain
At Marble Mountain ski down 35 slopes of natural snow offering
some of the best alpine skiing this side of the Rockie Mountains.
Only minutes away from Birch Grove Estates ... you're in a skier's
winter wonderland. Marble boasts 16ft of natural snow fall every
winter and offers terrain for beginner to extreme.
visit Marble's Web Site for additional information.

CAT Skiing
For a truly unique alpine adventure you can try "CAT" Skiing
in the Blow-Me-Down Mountains. 7000 acres of fresh snow bowls
and runs to delight the intermediate to advanced skier. A 10 passenger Bombardier snow-cat will transport you to well above the tree line (elevation 2,500 feet) to fabulous skiing and spectacular views ! Visit their Web Site for more information.

X-Country Skiing
A warm and friendly atmosphere and incredible snowy conditions
welcome you to the Blow-Me-Down X-Country Ski Club. There are
40km of groomed trails with warm up shelters and a main lodge.
Day and Season passes are available at very reasonable rates and
lighted trails for night skiing. Visit the Ski Club's Web Site for more information

Snowmobling
Discover Western Newfoundland's backcountry on a snowmobile.
Snowy open fields, groomed trails, ice fishing, and spectacular
scenery awaits you in Western Newfoundland's pristine outdoors.
for additional information visit the Western Sno Riders Web Site