L.M. Montgomerys Cavendish Homestead (902) 963-2231 Joey Gauthiers Deep Sea Fishing (Est. 1978) (902) 963-2295 Mine and sift for your own gemstones and treasures. Find emeralds, rubies, fossils, and more! Learn interesting facts about the oddities of science and nature, alternative medicine, world records, dinosaurs, island folklore, and more! Explore the Great Island Science and Adventure Park, Jurassic Barts Dinosaur Museum and Petting Zoo, and the River of Adventure Mini Golf. The Green Gables Shore is situated in Prince Edward Island, Canadas smallest province, but this picturesque area is big on entertainment. The rolling, green hills and the spectacular PEI sunsets are awe-inspiring and no man-made attractions can compete with these wonders of nature. Camping under countless stars or taking a romantic stroll on a deserted beach are the moments in time which become unforgettable memories. PEIs largest go-kart facility and only facility with Kiddy Karts! The whole family will enjoy the batting cages, bumper cars, bumper boats, and mini-putt facilities. Forest Hills is set in the heart of Cavendish and is a time friendly par 36 nine hole course. Green Fees: $20-$33 + Taxes Travel back a hundred years in time in this story book village. Meet all the characters from Anne of Green Gables and check out an Anne musical or theatre performance. Dress up in a vintage costume and pose for your own antique photos in sepia, black and white, or color. Aidens Deep Sea Fishing (902) 963-3522 or (866) 510-3474 Play Woodsball, Elimination, or even paintball Capture The Flag! For $20, paintball fans get a gun, mask, C02 tank, 100 paintballs, and three runs. Just ten minutes from Cavendish! Go on Matthews Carriage Ride or visit the beautiful gardens of this 110-acre property. Photography buffs will be enthralled with Montgomerys hand-coloured and developed photographs. The Lucy Maud Montgomery Heritage Museum is also at Avonlea. Visit the original house which inspired the homestead in Anne of Green Gables. A gift shop, Butter Churn Cafe, and bilingual interpretive events and guides give tourists a glimpse into life in Annes time. The course features panoramic views of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the River Clyde. The site offers a full service restaurant and banquet rooms as well as a new residential development. Glasgow Hills is partnered with three additional championship courses (all within ten minutes of one another) as part of Cavendish Beach Golf. Green Fees: $45-$85 + Taxes. All gear is provided for this guided fishing trip which includes canteen services and storage for your catch on the boat. A fish market, offering live lobster and fresh seafood, is on the premises for the tourists convenience. At the intersection of Route 6 and Route 20, fans can find the original home of the famous PEI author in New London (known as Clifton in Montgomerys time). See a replica of her wedding dress and visit her childhood bedroom. The white sand beaches of Brackley Beach and the PEI National Park, as well the shores picnic and paddling spots, offer fun and relaxation in a clean and green environment. Visitors can cuddle up in front of a drive-in theatre, listen to great music during the summer-long Indian River Music Festival, or spend a day at one of the many world-class championship golf courses. Of course, Green Gables attracts golfers and Anne of Green Gables fans. And Even More Places To Go on the Green Gables Shore.. This fascinating attraction includes live fish aquariums with touch tanks, North Americas largest collection of mounted birds, and a World of Butterflies display. Visitors can learn about the history of Malpeque oysters, Irish Moss, and the shellfish industries. The souvenir shop will naturally be a treat! Saddle up and go for a relaxing horseback trail ride through this scenic area surrounding Millstream Cottages and Motel. Rates are $20 for a trail ride or $5 for a pony ride. Located near Summerside, Charlottetown, and Cavendish, this 9-hole course is a great way to spend your day on the Green Gables Shore. Green Fees: $21.65 + Taxes. Don your fatigues and play a game of extreme hide-and-go-seek. Energy required but no reservations required! An amusement park with over 18 rides, a roller coaster, go-karts, and mini golf! Take a ride on the tilt-a-whirl or reach heights slowly on the ferris wheel. Sandspit operates from mid-June until September. Rent a kayak or hop on a tour of the historic, warm waters of Malpeque Bay. From the comfort of your kayak, tourists can bird watch and view marine life, as well as enjoy the beautiful scenery. Sea kayaking and cycling tours are available as well as courses and custom tours. Tourists can also rent kayaks and cycles and explore on their own. Historic exhibits, range from religion, farming, and oyster fishing, and reflect the culture of the native Mikmaq, as well as the Acadians and British who later settled the area. Located in Prince Edward Island National Park, the historic Green Gables, a perfect blend of old and new, is a golfers haven. Green Fees: $65-$120 + Taxes. Meet your favorite stars and celebrities in their wonderful world of wax! Visit the superstar life-size and life-like wax sculptures. Spend an afternoon with Anne of Green Gables! Anne has made some new friends in recent years - Dorothy and the characters of Oz, Michael Jordan, and many, many more. This 120-acre property, overlooking Rustico Bay, offers golfers a challenging and scenic 18 hole, par 72 course with the luxury of an on-site resort. Green Fees: $21-$39 + Taxes. Farmers Bank of Rustico & Doucet House Museums (902) 963-3168 Malpeque Bay Kayak Tour Ltd (866) 582-3383 or (902) 836-3784 Rent a mountain, road, hybrid, or even tandem bike. Tag-alongs, baby trailers, and bike racks are available from this PEI rental company. Helmets, water bottles, and bike locks are included in the rate (starting at $9 per hour, available weekly rates). L.M. Montgomerys home, located a quarter mile east of Green Gables, has been designated as a Canadian Historic Site. The actual house is no longer there but visitors can explore the fields, lanes, and gardens that surrounded the original homestead. Brackley Beach Drive-In Theatre and Mini Golf-Phone (902) 672-3333 Rent a kayak or sea doo and enjoy some exhilarating water sports. Feeling really adventurous? Try parasailing or kiteboarding! Guides will help tourists master these sports. Experienced visitors can head out on their own. Bill and Mary Kendrick offer tourists a unique view of Prince Edward Island. Not your ordinary, run-of-the-mill tour! Try something new like a GPS Adventure Quest or a tour of a fruit-laden orchard. Check out a few of the worlds curiosities! A Jurassic sized Stegosaurus skeleton and a 20 ft. section of the Berlin Wall, as well as 200 additional exhibits in 12 galleries, create a curious world in this museum. Challenge the climbing wall or just have some every-day fun like a game of mini-golf. Overlooking French River, PEI, the French River Golf Course is a 9-hole course (18 holes are available) with expansive and scenic views. This course is an affordable choice. Serenity Valley Golf Course, located just inland from French River, offers a 36 par course outlined by tranquil woods. Green Fees: $14-$20 + Taxes. (French River) (Serenity Valley) $12. This brand new championship 18-hole course features an excellent practice facility and over 300 acres of scenic PEI countryside. Green Fees: $55-$85 + Taxes. Green Gables in Prince Edward Island National Park (902) 963-7874 Stanley Bridge Marine Aquarium, Manor of Birds and Gift Shop (902) 886-3355 Fish the Gulf of St. Lawrence aboard the 45 ft. Just Crackin 07 with your guide Captain Carl Gallant. All gear is supplied for tourists and their catch will be cleaned, filleted, and put in bags for easy transport. Six themed areas in this family fun park provide 30 wet and dry attractions. Attempt a mutiny at Buccanneer Bay or explore the 1000 feet. of trails through Discovery Woods. Take a paddleboat out at the marina or ride an inner tube in the water park. A family pass - $68 for a group of four - gets everyone a whole lot of fun! Have a spooky time at Mad Doctors Spooky Haunted Mansion! Discover secret gardens, the creepy streets of London, and more spooky stuff. Visit this historic restored church. Visitors are always amazed at the artefacts. Handmade island keepsakes are available to pick up as souvenirs of your PEI trip. French River Golf Course and Serenity Valley Golf Course Head to the breezy coast for a kiteboarding lesson. Beginners and experienced kiteboarders will enjoy this area equally and lessons are available (between one and three hours depending on experience). The Green Gables Shore celebrates everything Anne with family attractions and Anne-related activities. This lovely PEI region honors Lucy Maud Montgomery, the author of Anne of Green Gables. The areas museums, as well as its cultural and historic sites, serve as reminders about the worldwide influence of this famous novel inspired by the Green Gables Shore. Take the whole family up, up, and away on a hot air balloon ride over PEI. The Farmers Bank of Rustico, which operated from 1864-1894 as the first peoples bank, has been named as a National Historic Site. The Doucet House is a PEI historic building which offers interpretive programs. What could be more fun than an old fashioned toy shop filled with handcrafted wooden toys! Childrens dreams come to life in this magical workshop. Tourists will find Anne of Green Gables on the Green Gables Shore. Yet visitors will also find much more on this scenic PEI shore. Discover the many places to go on the Green Gables Shore. Daily sailings at 8:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 5 p.m. on board the Julie Anne Jamie will take you on a unique fishing trip. Rods, tackle, and rain gear are included in the rate and tuna charters can be booked for a deep sea fishing adventure. Afterwards, head back to Jo-Joes Seafood Restaurant to taste the bounty of the sea. This expert-designed course features rolling hill and water hazards on 9 holes. Green Fees: $55-$85 + Taxes. Outside Expeditions (902) 963-3366 or (800) 207-3899 Take the whole family out for a fun-filled game of 18-hole mini golf. Follow up with a movie at the unique drive-in theatre. Hot dogs and popcorn are always a hit with the kids. Fantazmagoric Museum of the Strange and Unusual-Phone (902) 963-3242 Fish for cod and mackerel with Captains Dale and Matt Wall. Take a three-hour tour (onboard washrooms) on the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Fish is cleaned and bagged for tourists. Anne of Green Gables Museum at Silver Bush 1-800-665-2663 or (902) 886-2884
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