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Haggis Hunts, Hauntings, and Spooky

Tales at Wilson’s Point

Autumn is one of the most magical times of year at
Wilson’s Point Historic site. Colors in every hue, the sun
dancing on the river, blue skies and whiffs of history coming
to life. This year is going to be the most magical yet with our
lineup of fall events.

Oct. 12: the Great Miramichi Haggis Hunt and Fall
Fair From 11-2pm, Howzitgoan Haggis will be on the
prowl once again trying to evade capture while he hunts for
neeps and his lost socks. Children can register for the great
scavenger hunt inside the little church interpretive center,
then head out on the trails with their camera in search of
evidence that this little wonky three-legged beastie exists. All
participants will receive a bag of goodies and have their
names in a draw for some great prizes. The adults can join Scottish Storyteller Callum Lykan presents A Night of Scottish
the fun or meander through the Fall Fair full of artisans and Bedtime Stories (Not for the Faint of Heart)
market vendors while enjoying chili and hot chocolate.
There will be a raffle on a full turkey dinner with all the Oct. 25: A Night of Scottish Bedtime Stories (Not for
fixings and a Scottish Goody Basket. Admission and the Faint of Heart). Something new brews under the pines
refreshments are free. This is the perfect way to celebrate this year, as internationally-renowned Scottish Storyteller
family, support local, and explore Miramichi history and Callum Lykan introduces you to his Scotland, a place full
heritage. of ghosts, ghouls, foul deeds, and gruesome encounters.
These bedtime stories are not for the faint of heart. Sit back,
Oct. 18: An Autumn Haunting Graveyard Tour relax, and enjoy this truly Scottish Halloween on Friday
Once the gates close and darkness descends on the centuries October 25 at 7pm. Seating is limited. Tickets 15/person.
old cemetery, the residents rise Please call 506-627-0162 or email
and gather to frolic once again wilsonspointhistoricsite@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
before their long winters rest. Are Refreshments will be served. This night is bound to leave you
you brave enough to dare the with goosebumps
dark to join them? On Friday Nov. 16: A Hidden Gem Christmas Tea
October 18, the extraordinary
crew of Character Matters and Concert This unique Christmas event
Miramichi will bring historical returns under the pines on Saturday November
characters to life as you wander 16 with two seating choices; 11:30am and
through the trails to hear their 3:30pm. Enjoy a traditional Scottish High
tales of woe. Bring a flashlight, Tea inside the little church with a private concert by the
and a friend or two. There is no talented Steeves Brothers Bearded Bards and special
guarantee you will leave the way appearance by Scottish Storyteller Callum Lykan.
you entered. Tours will leave A three-tiered meal will be served with savory and sweet
every 15 minutes beginning at options and a proper Scottish tea. As you depart from the
7pm with the last group leaving festivities you will receive a small gift to take with you. Each
at 930pm. Tickets are $15/person, available inside the little seating is limited to 24 guests at $65/person. Reservations
church interpretive centre as you arrive. Debit and credit are must be made no later than November 9 by calling 506-
available. This is one of the most anticipated events of the 627-0162 or emailing wilsonspointhistoricsite@gmail.com.
fall season. Family friendly with no jump scares. Cancelations must be made a full 7 days in advance to receive
a full refund. In case of inclement weather, a contingency
plan will be in place and announced closer to the date.
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