Join us on our summer tour as we explore various strawberry production systems, learn about northern nursery practices, and discover new varieties and technologies. We’ll also have opportunities to see raspberries, blueberries, and other agricultural crops.
We begin our first day at Vermeulen Farms, where we'll explore high tunnel strawberry production and tip production. Next, we’ll visit Vital Berry Farm to view tabletop strawberries and raspberries grown under high tunnels.
From there, we’ll continue on to Sea Level Brewing at: Millstone Harvest Brewhouse.
The tour then proceeds to G.W. Allen Nursery for an overview of northern nursery production, followed by C.O. Keddy Nursery, where we’ll learn about UV-C light field applications, Agriculture Canada’s variety selections, and both June-bearing and plasticulture systems.
We’ll wrap up the day with a seafood experience at Halls Harbour Lobster Pound before returning to the hotel.
Day 2 starts with a visit to Millen Farms to explore June-bearing and day-neutral strawberries, new varieties, and lowbush blueberries.
We’ll conclude with lunch and a tour of Masstown Market and Creamery.
Hotel Address:
35 Legends Ave,
Millbrook, NS B6L 0C9
Canada
Phone: 1-902-843-4343
(Press "0" for the front desk)
Special Rate
To access our special summer tour rates, enter the group code "STR" in the "add special rate code" field.
Booking Deadline: July 10th, 2025
The Halifax Robert L. Stanfield International Airport is the Atlantic Canadian hub for all domestic, regional and international services. Visit the airport’s website to view a list of airlines providing flight options to Halifax.
The CAT: Maine, USA to Nova Scotia
When a journey from Maine to Nova Scotia calls, the open ocean answers. The CAT isn’t only the fastest way to travel between Bar Harbor and Yarmouth. It’s also a wonderful sightseeing opportunity and ocean adventure.
The high-speed CAT ferry travels between Bar Harbor, Maine and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia in just 3.5 hours. RVs, pickups, SUVs, cars, tour buses, motorcycles, and bicycles are welcome aboard The CAT – as well as walk-on passengers and four-legged friends.
Sit back and enjoy fabulous onboard amenities and entertainment. With awe-inspiring coastal views on both sides, it’s a fantastic way to see the natural beauty of Nova Scotia and the Atlantic Ocean.
Route:
Bar Harbor, Maine, USA to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
Operational Dates: May 15 – October 15, 2025. Please visit ferries.ca for The CAT’s 2025 schedule and fares.
Crossing Time: 3.5 hours
Departures: 9:30 AM AST from Yarmouth; 3:00 PM EST from Bar Harbor
Onboard amenities include:
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