Nackawic, New Brunswick

In July, we were coming home from a long trip through the US and Ontario, but found time to get off the highway and visit the small town of Nackawic, nestled on the Saint John River.  It's home of The Big Axe, and it truly is a monster.

The handle is shaped like a real axe, not just a telephone pole, and the shiny metal business end looks real enough to do some damage.

The town is much more than just about the axe, which is part of a lovely park criss-crossed with paths and perenials and big shade trees.

A creaky dock just into the water, and it is irresistable to anyone looking for a bit of an adventure.