Sports and the Outdoors

North River Kayak Tours. Guided excursions are conducted by this outfitter. A light lunch is included in the former, and full-day tours include a hot lunch cooked on the beach. Basic rentals are also available. Aspiring songwriters—no experience required—can take the Songwriting Kayaker Tour, including a full day of kayaking, a night's stay at a B&B, a songwriting lesson from an East Coast Music Award–nominated musician, and a copy of the tune you create. 644 Murray Rd., North River Bridge, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0. 902/929–2628; 888/865–2925; www.northriverkayak.com. Half-day C$64, full-day C$109, Songwriting Kayaker Tour C$249. Closed mid-Oct.–mid-May.