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became available in several areas of the island, with potential for future expansion. The island's perimeter contains many secluded beaches, rocky outcrops and has natural deep-water coves which provide excellent shelter for boaters needing safe harbour to lay in overnight.
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and tennis court being established. During the late 1990s a cottage subdivision called "Island Estates" was established on the island, which saw a new boat launch, the present golf course and numerous new cottages established. When "Island Estates" was established
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melt, high waters often pinch the island into two separate entities near its thinnest point.
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during the non-ice months from May to mid-November. The ferry departs from
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A view of a sailboat in the north cove of Kennebecasis Island
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The island also hosts a wide range of wildlife including
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Originally Kennebecasis Island supported five farms:
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Kennebecasis Island is located in New Brunswick
Kennebecasis River
45°19′40″N 66°07′50″W / 45.32778°N 66.13056°W / 45.32778; -66.13056
New Brunswick
King's County
Westfield Parish
Canadian
New Brunswick
Saint John River
Kennebecasis River
Saint John
cottages
golf course
electricity
Hutchings
Morrow
Keith
McCormick

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