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Guided Hikes & Events

  • Sep.20.Sun 10:00am Halifax Waterfront Food, Artisan And Vendor Market - Point Pleasant Park
  • Sep.22.Tue 01:00pm CNIB Weekly Walking Group (Point Pleasant Park)
  • Sep.25.Fri 10:00am Halifax Waterfront Food, Artisan And Vendor Market - Point Pleasant Park
  • Sep.25.Fri 07:00pm Hike-a-Thon Awards Ceremony
  • Sep.26.Sat 06:45am Gals & Pals Sunrise Beach Walk

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