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to see what glaciers did to this land many years ago transforming it from the V shaped preglacial stream valley to a wide U shaped trough. The last glacier formed at the far end of the lake and that is what Trout River is built on today. You will never tire of the beauty in this little fishing village. This can be seen from walking trails such as Lookout Hill, Trout River Pond, Lighthouse Trail, and the Old Man Geological Formation.

Now you're off again to visit other parts of this amazing province. There may be long distances without seeing communities but the beautiful scenery is always with you, it's inescapable. On your way you can drop into Terra Nova National Park. This is a sightseeing dream with the park measuring 400 km square and holding sheltered bays, rugged shores, rolling forest hills dotted with ponds and bogs. Here you will see Ospreys, Eagles, Moose and Lynx. All of this and beauty besides and it free for the taking.

There are hundreds of small fishing communities on your way but if you like a faster pace, a visit to St. John's would be a wonderful choice. You can visit Signal Hill and the Cabot Tower where Marconi sent the first Trans Atlantic wireless message. Take a boat tour and see whales up close and personal. If you're there in August spend the day at the Annual Regatta where boats race for prizes and pride. This event always takes place on the first Wednesday in August. Visit the St. John's Memorial Stadium. If you're tired of the city then take a walk on the Rennies River Trail. Fort Amherst has an interesting lighthouse as does Cape Spear and both have untold beauty.

St. John's offers nightlife like you've never known it before. Try George Street where you'll never run out of different pubs to try. If you love golf then try Pippy Park Golf Course or Bally Hally. Visit the marina where you may be lucky enough to see an iceberg. Relax in Bowering Park with scenery everywhere. Take a trip back in history and visit the Newfoundland Museum.

Visit the little fishing village of Grates Cove. This rustic beautiful community is found on the Avalon Peninsula. It is nestled in rugged rock with gardens that date back hundreds of years surrounding it. Take a hike on the boardwalk that almost totally surrounds this quaint fishing village. See the replica of the old fashioned stages and fish houses that were used years ago. Take a walk out to Flat Rock where you will see huge flat rocks stretching to the ocean. Don't forget to check the fissures that

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