 On May 23, 1701, in London, England, Captain Kidd was convicted and taken to the gallows to be hung for his thievery on the high seas.
The noose was placed around his neck, and it put an end to the brief career of one of the most famous pirates in history. But the end of Kidd’s life was only the beginning of his legend, for what people remember most about him are not his adventures, but his fabled buried treasure, which many believe has never been found. According to some treasure hunters, he buried his loot on Gardiner’s Island, just off the eastern tip of Long Island, N.Y. But Nova Scotians claim that he buried his treasure on Oak Island. Another old story says that Kidd sailed up from Barnegat Inlet, New Jersey, near Toms River, and buried his stolen riches on Money Island around 1699. But Captain Kidd was also known to have terrorized ships in the Gulf of St Lawrence, so it has been said that he may have buried some of his treasure on Bonaventure Island. #gaspecoaststories #gaspesie #bonaventureisland #piratesofthe gaspecoast
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 This is an old and fabled Gaspesian story about a fisherman who took a salmon from the river and promised to love her forever.
"He knew that if he could catch this beautiful creature, he would not be able to release her back into the water. In his desire to capture her, he willingly chose to forget the reality of the situation and the unforeseen circumstances that it would bring into his life." #gaspecoaststories  The Gaspe Coast is a place of fabled stories, legends, and folklore, and the pages of its past are filled with intrigue, adventure, and secrets. Some of its most fascinating stories are the ones about the treasures that were hidden long ago in the secluded inlets and coves of the peninsula. Throughout history, people have risked their lives and fortunes to go in search of hidden treasure. Captivating stories have been told about lost riches and the pirates and criminals who hid their stolen goods in remote places so that they could later return to retrieve them with the help of clues in old letters and treasure maps.
But there were also those who hid their stash of cash, coins, and valuables in old floorboards, cupboards, and attics. This practice of hiding valuables was a way for people to protect their possessions long before there were banks. And even after banks were built, many did not trust them with their money. Often, the safest place to hide their belongings was in and around their homes. Others buried their treasures in old barns, under rocks or near special landmarks. However, all too often the person who hid the money never told anyone, and after they died, the cache remained hidden. This means there may be people living on property or in old houses where there’s a stash of cash hidden. I have collected many stories about the Gaspe Coast, but this collection of treasure stories has been some of the most interesting Find out more about the Lost and Buried Treasure of the Gaspe Coast, in the BOOK ROOM on Gaspe Coast Stories. #gaspe #gaspecoast #gaspesie #treasure #gaspecoaststories #gasperoadtrip #gaspecoaststories #atrgaspesie #percerock #bonaventureisland  A new fishing lodge opened on the Grand Cascapedia River last week.
Sarah and Andrew own Gaspe Coastal, a fly fishing service that offers anglers varied opportunities to use different fly-fishing techniques to catch Atlantic salmon, striped bass and sea-run brook trout. When the opportunity came up to buy the old Nadeau House on the Grand Cascapedia River in town, they knew it was a chance to fulfill the dream of having their own fishing lodge. Sarah grew up here and took up fly-fishing after working at the Cascapedia Society as a summer student. She met Andrew, a fishing guide and the rest is history, as they say. They completely renovated the old house, which was in need of much repair. They also added on an extension of 8 private bedrooms that are in close proximity to the river, and they will be offering home-cooked meals for their guests in the dining room of the main house. The local community were welcomed to the opening of the Nadeau House and given a presentation of the history of the house and the family of Peter Nadeau, who had built it. Wishing them much success as they start their first season... tight lines Sarah and Andrew! #grandcascapedia #gaspecoastal #gasperoadtrip #gaspesie #flyfishing #salmonfishing #cascapediastjules #gaspecoaststories #tourismegaspesie #tourismequebec #quebecmaritime  Why the Gaspe Coast is One of Canada's Best-Kept Secrets
The Gaspe Coast isn’t just a scenic destination...it’s a living storybook carved by wind, water, and time. One of the most intriguing things about the region is how it blends breathtaking natural wonders with centuries of layered history. Where else can you stand on ancient sea cliffs and spot whales breaching in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and then travel a short distance and find out about the legends of hidden treasure? What really makes the Gaspe special is the way that its communities have preserved their deep-rooted cultural traditions. It’s not just about seeing beautiful places ... it’s about meeting people whose lives are deeply connected to the land and sea. Come home to the Gaspe... |
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