Wildwood Water Sports

09/06/2026

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08/31/2026

07/13/2026

Explore the waterway by kayak, canoe, or paddleboard, then experience the excitement of tidal bore rafting. It's two unforgettable ways to get out on the water!

Adventure on the Waterway
🛶 Wildwood Watersports – $200 in rental credits
🌊 Fundy Tidal Bore Adventures – 2 Tidal Bore Rafting tickets

🎟️ Haven't grabbed your tickets yet? There's still time for your chance to win these amazing experiences!
https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/waterway
Draw Date: July 25, 2026 4:00 PM

A big thank you to our incredible Prize Partners Wildwood Water Sports , Fundy Tidal Bore Adventures for adding some unforgettable experiences to the Bicentennial Raffle prize lineup! 🌊🚤

Every ticket purchased helps support the preservation and interpretation of the Shubenacadie Canal Waterway.
Good luck and thank you for your support!

06/24/2026

Wildwood Water Sports is thrilled to be supporting the Shubenacadie Canal annual raffle and is proud to be part of the 3rd Prize Adventure Package! Be sure to grab your tickets for a chance to win some amazing experiences while supporting the preservation and celebration of this historic waterway 🛶

06/18/2026

06/03/2026

We're now open weekdays in Shubie Park from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. (earlier bookings may be available when staffing permits). We're also open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Reach out to book a time, or just stop by!
902-210-8576 🛶 ☀️

05/20/2026

🚣☀️ Wildwood Water Sports is now open for the season in Shubie Park! ☀️🚣

Located at the boathouse and dock at the entrance to the park, Wildwood Water Sports offers rentals for single kayaks, double kayaks, SUPs, and canoes on the beautiful historic Shubenacadie Canal. 🌿

📍 wildwoodwatersports.ca
📍 54 Locks Rd., Dartmouth
🕙 Open Saturdays & Sundays in May from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
📞 902-210-8576
🛶 All safety equipment provided

Get out on the water and enjoy Shubie Park from a whole new perspective!

04/17/2026

We’re opening May 9 for the 2026 season!

08/28/2025

During the canal's construction, workers were tasked with removing earth to create the navigable "Deep Cut" featured in today's Shubie Park. This involved extensive excavation and blasting of solid bedrock. Extremely expensive and back-breaking, they had to dig for three years to complete it.

Many of the stones cut from the bedrock still line the canal's banks today!

Though Shubie Park is closed due to the province wide burn ban, you can still enjoy this piece of history and natural beauty from the water. You are welcome to launch your canoe or kayak at the docks near the park trail head (54 Locks Road). In addition, if you don’t have one, you can rent from nearby Wildwood Watersports.
Happy paddling!

08/27/2025

Summer may be winding down, but many of us are still soaking up the warm days at our favourite lakes. If you’re heading out for a late-summer swim or paddle, keep these safety tips in mind:

1. Know your zone: Stay in designated swim/boating areas. On Lake Banook, swimmers must avoid the training lanes used by paddlers.

2. Stay alert: Swimmers and boaters, keep an eye out for each other. Even small boats can cause big injuries.

3. Respect the rules: Launch boats only from approved spots and steer clear of swim zones.

4. Never boat impaired: Boating under the influence is illegal and dangerous.

5. Look for Lake Safety Patrol: They’re out on Lake Banook and Lake Micmac to help keep everyone safe.

Play safe. Stay aware. Enjoy the lake!