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Cape Breton and Sable Island NPR Expedition: Recap

It was a dizzying whirlwind of an expedition but we’re thrilled that our journey around Cape Breton (Unama’ki) & Sable Island was an overwhelming success. From the day we landed in Halifax, to boarding our ship the Polar Prince, to returning back to Mulgrave, Nova Scotia, with a surprise welcome back from SOI’s Viceregal Patron, … Continued

Cape Breton and Sable Island NPR Expedition: Days 10-12

Day 10 of our expedition kicked off at a surprise destination, the 100 Wild Islands. This archipelago, actually made up of closer to 200 islands, is maybe one of Canada’s best-kept secrets. It’s even one of the last remaining intact and ecologically rich island groups of this size in North America and is more than … Continued

Cape Breton and Sable Island NPR Expedition: Days 7-9

The second half of our expedition kicks off in Louisbourg! After a quick zodiac to shore we made our way to the living history museum that is the Fortress of Louisbourg. Everyone here was dressed in full 1700s character which made for an incredibly immersive experience. If the costumes didn’t convince you, the cannon firing … Continued

Cape Breton and Sable Island NPR Expedition 2022: Days 1-3

As we arrived in Halifax the anticipation for the adventure ahead continued to build. Using Dalhousie University as our meeting place, we had our first opportunity to get to know each other and start making friendships. Some of us who arrived early went on our first adventure with George Woodhouse, expedition team member, who took … Continued

Students on Ice is Back!

Wild horses, grey seals, and moving coastlines? Oh my! June 23, 2022, marks the kick-off of our expedition to Cape Breton and Sable Island! This program will be the return of SOI to our true exploration roots, taking a group of nearly 40 students and educators to national parks, biospheres, and Indigenous lead conservation areas … Continued