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Article | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
The Greenland Norse: Why Did They Disappear?
By Dennis Minty
Why were the Norse so keen to find new lands? Why did their Greenland settlements eventually fail? And, when we picture the Greenland Norse, why is an image of a farmer perhaps more apropos than one of a pillaging Viking?
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Photo Story | Newfoundland and Labrador
Why Are There No Snakes on the Island of Newfoundland?
By Dennis Minty
The answer might be more complicated than you think! Indulge in this photo story’s humorous combination of science and history to satisfy your curiosity about this intriguing question. Along the way, you’ll discover more about ocean currents, glaciers, cod, and moose, too!
©Dennis Minty
Photo Story
Northern Jewels Part 2: Greenland’s Southwest Coast
By Dennis Minty
Continue your tour of this captivating region of the Arctic—the southwest coast of Greenland. In the second part of this powerful photo story, you’ll see for yourself how such a journey has the power to change your life forever.
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Photo Story
Northern Jewels Part 1: Iceland and the Norse Archaeological Sites
By Dennis Minty
Take a tour of this beautiful and seldom-visited region of the Arctic—the southeast coast of Greenland. In this powerful photo story, you’ll see for yourself how such a journey has the power to change your life forever.
©Dennis Minty
Article | Newfoundland and Labrador
Rich Ground: Arts and Culture in Newfoundland and Labrador
By Dennis Minty
What is it that makes the province of Newfoundland and Labrador such a cultural hotspot? Whether it’s music, storytelling, comedy, handicrafts, filmmaking, or visual arts, find out more about how these rocky shores inspire such profound and far-reaching creativity.
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Video | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
Episode 2: “Ice Walker”
By James Raffan
Feel inspired, have you laugh, shed a tear or two, and pause to consider the future of planet Earth. This second episode of the Inside an Explorer’s Arctic Journal video series takes you onto the Arctic ice and into a lifetime of learning with polar bears and Northern peoples.
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Video | Newfoundland and Labrador
Stories and Songs of Newfoundland
By Tony Oxford
Enjoy this wonderful, toe-tapping video presentation that shares traditional tunes of the sea, Newfoundland English expressions, longstanding cultural traditions, and how Adventure Canada supports scientific research, education, and community engagement on our expeditions. Best kind, b’y!