Excavations were made in 1957 and thousands of artifacts were discovered, including carved spoons and lip ornaments. You can see some of these artifacts in the library foyer. Other walks include the Heart Trail in Prior Centennial Park, Mount Elizabeth Trail, George Hill and the Enchanted Forest self-guided trail. Slip into one of them for a little coastal exploration, or tie up at one of the three marinas. Horseback riding Brackett Cove Farm offers a variety of riding experiences to suit every person of every age on gentle, show trained horses.
Visitors can also take Western and English riding lessons on show-trained, gentle horses.
Call Laurie Kay at 629-3306. It's possible to cycle the Penders in a day. Most cyclists take the through route across both islands, crossing over the bridge and heading over to Gowlland Point on the southern tip of South Pender. Other gentler and quieter routes are also recommended. One alternative is to take South Otter Bay Road and to cycle through to Roesland and Irene Bay.