Bras d’Or Lakes – The sea to your soul

    Bras d’Or Lakes, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada

    The Bras d’Or Lakes is a natural masterpiece – an amazing inland sea with an array of enriching experiences to get to know her on a personal level. It’s the sea to your soul.

    In 2011 over 100 sailing, boating, music, cultural events and other activities will happen in and around the communities along the shores of the beautiful Bras d’Or Lakes! Please check our calendar for details.

    Cape Breton Island has been called one of the world’s most beautiful islands by Conde Nast, Travel + Leisure, and National Geographic Traveler…and the Bras d’Or Lakes is the crown jewel of the island. Beloved by sailors and road travelers alike, and the subject of many songs and stories, it’s no wonder the French called it “Bras d’Or” – arm of gold.

    Whether you’re a sailor or adventurous traveler, please join us for the unforgettable season of the beautiful Bras d’Or Lakes.

    Photos of the Schooner Amoeba (Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism).



    Smooth Day-Sailling on the Bras d’Or Lakes

    Slightly grey summer weather has not dampened the enthusiasm of visitors to Cape Breton looking for on-the-water adventures. Cape Breton Sailing Charters, based in St. Peter’s, has been providing a unique sailing experience for groups of up to 6 people aboard the Nonsuch-class yacht Misty Cat. Guests from across Canada… Read More

    Wallace MacAskill Yacht Club Greets Fleet from RNSYS

    A fleet of 19 yachts from the Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Squadron left Halifax Harbour at 0900 hours on July 23, with the first boats crossing the finish line early Sunday afternoon in the ocean approach to the canal at St. Peter’s. First three boats across the line were Ifan… Read More