Lobster Fishing
By: Author: J Bakken

On a rainy and foggy July day in 2005, my family and I were exploring the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton. We stopped at one little fishing village and spotted a lone fisherman checking his lobster traps. I snapped away with my digital camera and captured the red and white boat surrounded by nothing but water, fog, mist, and seagulls. If you look closely in the photos you can see a few buoys floating in the water identifying the locale of the lobster traps in the sea below.
I learned a lot about lobster fishing on our Maritime holiday and enjoyed its succulent taste on a few occasions, but I wasn't fortunate enough to actually try my hand at lobster fishing. Perhaps on my next visit.
The next time I go to Cape Breton, I would like to go in the fall, so I can witness the majestic beauty of the autumn foliage in hues of red, orange, and gold. We spent two days exploring the Cabot Trail that July, and unfortunately, both days were foggy and rainy, a common phenomenon I am told. The weather, however, did not dampen our spirits or our enjoyment of exploring this beautiful place that is a favourite of Alexander Graham Bell's.

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