| Ochre Pit Cove , Conception Bay
Ochre Pit Cove’s wharf offers some of the best anchoring facilities in the Conception Bay. The facilities have been used by fishermen from most nearby communities.
Ochre Pit Cove Harbour
Photo: Department of Fisheries and Oceans
The community derives its name from the red colour of its soil, caused by a rich iron content. Perhaps the most significant Beothuk tradition was the annual ochring ceremony which appears to have been unique among the Indians, at least during the late period. All members of the tribe received a new application of red ochre on the face and body once a year. It is thought the Beothuk Indians used the red colour soil as a substitute for ochre in their ceremonies.
Ochre Pit Cove
Photo: Lloyd Rees
Sea Kayaking new Ochre Pit Cove
Photo: Tony Lee
Boats in Harbour
Photo: lloyd Rees
Wharf in Ochre Pit Cove
Photo:
Lloyd Rees
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