




Living History
During its heyday in the mid-19th century, St. Martins was a thriving shipbuilding town. It was one of the richest communities in the Maritime provinces. From 1803-1919, 632 wooden sailing ships were built in New Brunswick; 470 of them were built in St. Martins. Visit the Quaco Museum and take a peek back into the 1800s. Then head off to the Interpretation Centre on the Fundy Trail to learn about our living history.
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Type of Trip
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Location
St. Martins
Activity Level
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Distance
1
km
Time
1 – 2 hours
Cost
FREE


The Marsh - Bird Watching
The Marsh is one of the best spots to visit, if you're interested in bird watching! This wide expanse of marshland is the perfect habitat for a large array of species. Some of the commonly-seen birds in the area are pheasants, grouse, ducks, eagles, gulls, and many more. Check out websites like ebird.org for rare bird alerts while on the go!
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Dulse
This local delicacy might be an acquired taste, is packed full of amazing health benefits (see below) that might convince you to try it. You can eat it dried or add it to your favorite recipes to give the an additional umami flavour. Make sure to stop by Huttges and grab a bag!
Pro Tip: See dulse somewhere else and want to try it? Get the one in a paper bag.
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St. Martins History Walk
Take a walk through our local history that starts at the top of Main Street where, in 1803, the first shipbuilders cut a massive tree for use in the construction of the first sailing vessel built in St. Martins. As you continue down Main Street towards the harbour, there are many homes and buildings with rich history. Use THIS for your self-guided walking tour.
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There is a curated adventure around every corner and we are here to lay it all out for you.

















