Stewiacke Valley facts for kids
The Stewiacke Valley is a beautiful rural area in central Nova Scotia, Canada. It stretches from western Pictou County through southern Colchester County all the way to the Shubenacadie River.
The Stewiacke Valley
What is the Stewiacke Valley?
The Stewiacke Valley gets its name from the Stewiacke River. This river flows right through the middle of the valley, making the land fertile. The valley is a quiet place, mostly made up of farms and forests. It's a great example of Canadian countryside.
Life in the Valley
People in the Stewiacke Valley mostly work in two main areas: farming and lumbering. Farming means growing crops and raising animals. Lumbering involves cutting down trees for wood. These jobs have been important to the valley's economy for a long time. The main road that runs through the valley is Nova Scotia Route 289. It connects many of the small communities.
Towns and Villages
Many small towns and villages are located within the Stewiacke Valley. Each one has its own unique charm. Here are some of the communities you can find there:
- Stewiacke
- Upper Stewiacke
- Middle Stewiacke
- Brookfield
- Upper Brookfield
- Pleasant Valley
- Green Creek
- Green Oaks
- Sheepherder's Junction
- Forest Glen
- Brentwood
- Cloverdale
