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West lawencetown is also the home of 2 beaches. |
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Lawrencetown Beach, a south-facing stretch of sand that unfurls lazily for nearly 1.5 km (1 mi), is renowned as a prime destination for local and international surfers. From your first breath-taking view of the beach and the sea as you drive along Route 207 from the hustle and cosmopolitan bustle of downtown Halifax just twenty-five minutes away, you’ll fall under the spell of Lawrencetown. |
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Lawrencetown Beach is a provincial park and was one of the first beaches in the province to be supervised by the Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service who have been on duty there since 1973. |
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This beach is a local favourite. Families, couples, hikers, mountain-bikers (loving that great trail system near the beach), and body-boarders share the beach life with the dedicated surf crowd. For nature enthusiasts, Lawrencetown Beach area is home to lots of watchable wildlife. Amenities at Lawrencetown include: |
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canteen |
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showers |
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flush toilets |
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plenty of parking |
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boardwalks |
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The beach is also the site of all kinds of activities and events. Surfers gather for contests like the September Storm Classic. Kids of all ages love the Kite Festival with demonstrations, a barbeque, and prizes. Go on an active outing like a guided flora and fauna walk or sign up for the annual Cyclesmith Duathlon that starts at Lawrencetown Beach. |
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Whatever your interest there are organized events to suit you at Lawrencetown most months of the year. Of course, you are welcome to just relax and take in the surf and the sand. |
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==References== |
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[http://www.destination-ns.com/common/places.asp?PlaceID=1237 West Lawrencetown] |
[http://www.destination-ns.com/common/places.asp?PlaceID=1237 West Lawrencetown] |
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Some who lives here. |
Some who lives here. |
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Ns goverment |
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Revision as of 00:16, 23 July 2008
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West Lawrencetown is a community within the Halifax Regional Municipality Nova Scotia on the Eastern Shore on Route 207 along the scenic route Marine Drive.
History
In 1754, Nova Scotia's LieutenantGovernor Charles Lawrence, mindful of the threat the French posed at Fortress Louisburg on Cape Breton Island, of the intentions of the Mi'kmaq and the Acadians, offered land grants to twenty families, who referred to their settlement as Lawrence's Town, which became Lawrencetown.
West lawencetown is also the home of 2 beaches. Lawrencetown Beach, a south-facing stretch of sand that unfurls lazily for nearly 1.5 km (1 mi), is renowned as a prime destination for local and international surfers. From your first breath-taking view of the beach and the sea as you drive along Route 207 from the hustle and cosmopolitan bustle of downtown Halifax just twenty-five minutes away, you’ll fall under the spell of Lawrencetown.
Lawrencetown Beach is a provincial park and was one of the first beaches in the province to be supervised by the Nova Scotia Lifeguard Service who have been on duty there since 1973.
This beach is a local favourite. Families, couples, hikers, mountain-bikers (loving that great trail system near the beach), and body-boarders share the beach life with the dedicated surf crowd. For nature enthusiasts, Lawrencetown Beach area is home to lots of watchable wildlife. Amenities at Lawrencetown include:
canteen showers flush toilets plenty of parking boardwalks The beach is also the site of all kinds of activities and events. Surfers gather for contests like the September Storm Classic. Kids of all ages love the Kite Festival with demonstrations, a barbeque, and prizes. Go on an active outing like a guided flora and fauna walk or sign up for the annual Cyclesmith Duathlon that starts at Lawrencetown Beach.
Whatever your interest there are organized events to suit you at Lawrencetown most months of the year. Of course, you are welcome to just relax and take in the surf and the sand.
References
West Lawrencetown Some who lives here. Ns goverment 44°40′05″N 63°22′43″W / 44.66806°N 63.37861°W
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