Hopewell Rocks

Guestbook Sandcastles in the Bay of Fundy

I am a Canadian born, first generation citizen with immigrant parents, who came to Canada for a better life. They chose Canada for its opportunities across this vast land. My parents wanted to explore this magnificent land, I am proud to call home, and decided upon touring the Maritimes because of its magical and historic appeal. We toured many attractions starting from the enchanting, century built downtown Montréal, to the 'edge' of the ravishing red beaches in Prince Edward Island. Although all the places we visited were absolutely stunning, my favourite was Hopewell Rocks. Ten years old at the time, my sister and I could only have dreamt about discovering a place where giant sandcastles existed, which were created from the gentle waters of the Bay of Fundy. We spent the day exploring the ocean floor, discovering the many coves, and watched as the tide rose, slowly causing the formations to disappear. It was truly an incredible and unique experience that I will always remember. It was also educational, as I learned about influences on the tides, the animals, as well as the natural and cultural history of New Brunswick. Through experiencing the magic Hopewell Rocks, along with the many other attractions throughout my trip, I connected with the land and discovered more of Canadian Heritage. I am proud to live in a country as magnificent as Canada, and plan on touring the West coast in the future, hoping it brings as much joy as did the Maritimes.

Courtney Laszlo
Age: 17
Community: Canadian Citizen, First Generation.