Project 7×52 – Week 15 – Volunteers

This past week we invited volunteers to come help us clean up the grounds at the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens. We had 35-40 community volunteers join us for at least a few hours each, and as I went around with the camera I noticed not only how hard they were working but also how much fun they were having! The Historic Gardens were just recognized as one of the Top 5 Gardens in North America – staff and volunteers should be very proud!

 

#1 – Margaret

#2 – Derek

#3 – Gundi

#4 – Sebastian

#5 – Donna & Maddy

#6 –Gary

#7 – Dylan & Dalton

Thanks to all the volunteers – your efforts are a huge help to the staff!

TGS

 

Project 7×52 – Week 10 – “S” is for Steel

There was a gathering of blacksmiths in Annapolis Royal recently. In fact, the focus was on female blacksmiths, and the gathering was called “Sisters in Steel”. One of the events was an interactive demo at the Market, allowing people to try their hand at smithing. It was a gorgeous day, and a large and appreciative audience watched and participated.

 

#1 – “S” is for Steel

#2 – Tools of the Trade

#3 – Fire & Tong

#4 – Chain Vice

#5 – Heating Up

#6 – Hammering

#7 – The Apprentice

Congrats to the organizers for a great inaugural event – let’s hope it becomes an annual fixture in Annapolis Royal!

TGS

 

Day 50 – 19Feb2011 – Building a Fort

Day 50 – 19Feb2011 – Building a Fort, originally uploaded by thegardenshutterbug.

Project 365 – Building a Fort… AT the Fort!

Day 50 was the Saturday of Annapolis Royal’s Heritage Weekend. We had loads of fun in the morning at the Gardens, snowshoeing and enjoying the Acadian House. Then in the afternoon, Fort Anne National Historic Site was the site of Family Fun activities.

In this photo, after some sledding, we began the construction of a second fort on these historic grounds, made of igloo snow blocks. The snow was wet and therefore perfect for this building project. Everyone had a great time, and then went into the “real” Fort to enjoy hot chocolate and cookies.

Day 48 – 17Feb2011 – Fire Hydrant

Day 48 – 17Feb2011 – Fire Hydrant, originally uploaded by thegardenshutterbug.

Project 365 – Fire Hydrant.

Day 48 – Tired of snow, I was looking for a shot with colour… this shiny fire hydrant caught my eye, contrasting the surrounding snow.

And that made me think of the Annapolis Royal Volunteer Fire Department, a great bunch of dedicated volunteers who this year are celebrating a 200th anniversary! Documented fire service in this Town dates back to 1811… probably even further back but no documentation has yet been found to prove existence prior to 1811.

Anyway, thanks to our Volunteer Firefighters for all they do!

Day 47 – 16-Feb-2011 – Fran in the Mirror

Day 47 – 16-Feb-2011 – Fran in the Mirror, originally uploaded by thegardenshutterbug.

Project 365 – Fran in the Mirror.

Day 47 – I was out by the street with my camera when Fran pulled over to chat for a moment… so I snuck a look at her rear-view mirror through my long lens and caught this image of her.

DAY 43- 12Feb2011 – Sheer Delight!

DAY 43- 12Feb2011 – Sheer Delight!, originally uploaded by thegardenshutterbug.

Project 365, Day 43- Sheer Delight!

The weather conditions made for terrific skiing, snowshoeing and tobogganing this past week.

Fort Anne National Historic Site in Annapolis Royal has been a favourite sledding location for generations. The steep hills all around the Fort (moats) make for some of the best and fastest sledding anywhere.

This photo captures three friends who had “piled on” to one sled to speed down one of the biggest hills. The thrill is evident on their faces!

DAY 37 – 06Feb2011 – Superbowl Crowd

DAY 37 – 06Feb2011 – Superbowl Crowd, originally uploaded by thegardenshutterbug.

Project 365, Day 37 – Superbowl Crowd

Superbowl Sunday, and thus I found myself at Hillsdale House Inn, Annapolis Royal, for our annual Superbowl Party. 14 friends gathered to watch the big game, and to eat ourselves silly.

A grand time was had by all. Yay Packers!

 

DAY 33 – 02Feb2011 – Thanks Guys!

DAY 33 – 02Feb2011 – Thanks Guys!, originally uploaded by thegardenshutterbug.

Project 365, Day 33 – Thanks Guys!

The Town of Annapolis Royal has one of the best Public Works crews EVER! They’ve been working non-stop to keep the roads and sidewalks clear for us, in addition to everything else they do every day to keep our community neat & tidy, keep our water clean & safe, and so on…

So Kudos today Boyz for your great efforts in snow removal! Even though Murphy’s Law says you will plow in the end of my walk within two minutes of my shovelling it (Thanks Kevin…), we appreciate all you do!

DAY 30 – 30Jan2011 – Snow Angel

DAY 30 – 30Jan2011 – Snow Angel, originally uploaded by thegardenshutterbug.

Day 30/365 Snow Angel.

After a 6 km snowshoe trek in the woods this afternoon, I had the sudden urge to flop down onto the snow and make a snow angel!

It’s been many years since I’ve done that! It felt good!

 

DAY 27 – 27Jan2011 – Man & Beast

DAY 27 – 27Jan2011 – Man & Beast, originally uploaded by thegardenshutterbug.

Project 365, Day 27 – Man & Beast

Thinking all day long that this weather is “not fit for man nor beast” and then lo and behold… the man and the beast!