home to many species of birds. (Approximately 228 species of birds have been identified.) One thousand hectares of marsh and forest combine to create this amazing sanctuary with some eight kilometers of trails that wind through this diverse landscape for visitors to explore. The sanctu- ary has a 2.5 km (1.6 mi) interpretive hiking trail around Layton’s Lake. The first half of the trail is predominantly open with a forest of fir, aspen, yellow birch, spruce, white birch, and red maple aging at least 300 years old, with the last portion of the trail offering a hillside view of the lake and a great picnic spot. The sanctuary is also a habitat for wildlife, such as the red squirrel, snowshoe hare and muskrat. This is definitely a must-visit destination for those that enjoy hiking, bird and wildlife watching. Looking to grab a bite to eat after exploring as you are heading onto your next adventure, remember to refuel at one of Amherst’s infamous pizza spots, Bambino’s Pizzeria. Bambino’s was the first pizza restaurant to introduce “Pizza by the Slice” to Amherst back in 1986 and continues to be a staple for locals and tourists today. If pizza is not your go-to, Amherst has family-owned and operated restaurants for every meal. For all the breakfast fans, Breakfast at Brittney’s offers delicious breakfast options for everyone so the whole family will leave full and satisfied before starting your day off. After an eventful day, maybe you are looking to wind down with a sociable and some pub fare at Duncan’s Pub or at Merl’s and Bud’s which opened in 2021 as part of a renovation project at the old Amherst train station repurposing the building and giving tourists and visitors an opportunity to visit the historic building while supporting local business- es. Whether you are coming or going, Super 8 by Wyndham in Amherst offers amazing rooms and amenities regardless if your travel is for business or pleasure and they are conveniently located just minutes from Exit 4, on the Trans-Canada Highway. Oh, and did we mention that they also have a pool with an 80ft waterslide and hot tub to relax after a day of meetings or exploring. If your travels have you coming through Amherst as you take Highway 366 towards the Northum-
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