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Introduction to Cabot Shores' Blog

Enjoy a series of blogs by the Cabot Shores team featuring recipes, do it yourself tips, stories and guides to outdoor adventure and what is new on Cape Breton.

Join the conversation on the Cabot Shores blog! Cape Breton Island is a special place and we want to know what adventures, events, wildlife, art, music, even which stories around the camp fire engage you the most. Write to tell us what interests you most.

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Cape Breton Musicians Kick off Janet Bickerton’s Song Release on April 13 in Sydney, NS

Talented Cape Breton musicians are helping to kick off  Janet Bickerton’s song release on April 13th, and to raise awareness of homelessness on Cape Breton.  Besides  Janet, some of these talented musicians include  guitarist and song writer Fred Lavery of Woodland Sound Studios; jazz pianist Marcel Aucoin; drummer Ron Leadbeater;  and electric bassist Ron Johnson. …

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KitchenFest / Féis a' Chidsin

KitchenFest!: Dinner Céilidh at Cabot Shores on June 29, 2024

Join us on June 29th, 2024 for an enchanting evening of music and culinary delights at the KitchenFest!: Dinner Ceilidh hosted by the Gaelic College in conjunction with the Good Health Festival Society. As part of the 11th annual KitchenFest! Féis a’ Chidsin, this special event will offer an intimate and immersive experience into the …

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Cape Breton Wildlife at Cabot Shores During Winter

A Range of Cape Breton Birds and Mammals Spotted Around Cabot Shores During Winter As you walk out the door of Cabot Shores’ lodge rooms,  yurts,  domes or chalets, you are likely to see Cape Breton wildlife during winter. Eagles perch on  spruce trees high above  Church Pond,  moose stand in the apple orchard or …

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Winter Glamping: An aerial view of yurts and domes at Cabot Shores.

How to Maximize Your Cabot Shores Winter Glamping Experience

Winter in Nova Scotia is a transformative journey into a magical wonderland, and there’s no better way to embark on this enchanting experience than through winter glamping at Cabot Shores Wilderness Retreat. Nestled along the Indian Brook River, Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort invites you to immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Cape Breton Island during the colder months. But this isn’t your typical camping escapade – it’s a Nova Scotia adventure that seamlessly marries rustic charm with luxurious comfort.

New Year's Celebration

Enjoy a Tibetan New Year’s Celebration (Losar) at Cabot Shores and at Gampo Abbey

Past New Year’s Celebrations at Gampo Abbey with Ani Pema Chodron   In the past, we’ve experienced the Tibetan New Year’s Losar Celebration  at Gampo Abbey.  A large fire was built overlooking the Bay St. Lawrence, with meditators, other practitioners and community members in attendance, as well as the monastics of Gampo Abbey  and director …

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Romantic Getaways Cape Breton: A young couple share a warm embrace amid the crisp winter air of Cape Breton Island.

Cabot Shores Romantic Getaways on Cape Breton Island

As Valentine’s Day approaches, we can’t help but think about how romantic our spot on Cape Breton can be during winter—especially for couples who love spending time together in nature. Exploring the isle with outdoor adventures, cuddling next to a fire, and sharing delightful meals with that special someone are the pillars on which Cabot Shores stands as an ideal destination for those looking to celebrate their adoration for each other.

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