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Guided Hikes & Events

  • Sep.27.Sun 10:00am Halifax Waterfront Food, Artisan And Vendor Market - Point Pleasant Park
  • Sep.29.Tue 01:00pm CNIB Weekly Walking Group (Point Pleasant Park)
  • Sep.29.Tue 06:00pm Introduction to Campaigns & Organizing (EAC)
  • Oct.1.Thu Hike NS Hiking Summit (Digby)
  • Oct.2.Fri 10:00am Halifax Waterfront Food, Artisan And Vendor Market - Point Pleasant Park

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