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Are you allowed to take driftwood from a Nova Scotia beach?
It's not allowed
It's allowed only on private land with the owner's permission, or in small quantities on other beaches. It's not allowed in provincial parks.
Yes, and it looks great as home decor
Is it OK to take shells, sand dollars or sea glass?
Yes, fill your boots
Yes, but only in small quantities
Not allowed
Is nude sunbathing allowed on Nova Scotia Beaches?
Sure, bare it all!
Only on private land, pending other provincial or federal statutes
Not allowed at all
Are you allowed to take rocks home from a beach?
Never
Only rocks that are exposed and not buried
All rocks are fair game
Are you allowed to dig for clams and take them home?
It's never allowed
It's allowed, but only if there is no restriction in the area
It's always allowed
Are you allowed to bring sand home for a sandbox?
Have at 'er, there's no restriction
It's never OK
It's only OK if you have the proper permit
Are you allowed to take buoys that have washed up?
Not a problem, take them home
No, they're not your property
You can take them home but only if they wash up in provincial parks
Are you allowed to have a campfire on the beach in N.S.?
It depends on burning restrictions
It depends on burning restrictions and land ownership
Of course!
It's never allowed
Are you allowed to bring a cooler of beer to the beach?
It's never OK in provincial parks
Yes, as long as it's concealed and you have a permit
Are you allowed to drive your car on the beach?
Never
Yes, just use caution
With ministerial permit only
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