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Aviation heritage on the itinerary

Gander’s identity is inseparable from its mid‑twentieth‑century airfield, once a pivotal refuelling hub for transatlantic flights. Visitors can explore the town’s aviation legacy through the interactive exhibits at the Gander Heritage Museum, where restored flight‑deck artefacts sit alongside stories of the town’s wartime role. A short walk from the museum, the former runway now hosts open‑air concerts and community events, giving a palpable sense of how the airstrip shaped local rhythm. For the curious, arranging a brief guided tour with a retired air traffic controller adds a personal narrative that no guidebook captures.

Seasonal rhythms and local hospitality

While summer draws the bulk of tourists to the nearby coastal attractions, Gander’s winter charm lies in its close‑knit community gatherings. The town’s annual ice‑fishing derby and the warm, communal spirit of the local pubs provide a glimpse into Newfoundland’s resilient social fabric. Travellers seeking authentic interaction should time their visit for late February, when the Gander Folk Festival blends traditional music with modern acts, and locals are eager to share stories over a plate of Jiggs’ dinner. Booking a stay at a family‑run B&B rather than a chain hotel ensures you’re welcomed into the very heart of the town’s hospitality.

Beyond the runway: nearby natural escapes

Gander serves as a practical base for venturing into the rugged interior of Newfoundland. Just a short drive north lies the sprawling Upper Gander Lake, a favoured spot for canoeists who appreciate calm, mirror‑like waters framed by boreal forest. Further afield, the modest hike up to the Beothuk Trail offers panoramic views of the surrounding drumlin landscape, a perspective often overlooked by visitors focused on coastal scenery. Pack a sturdy pair of boots and a rain‑resistant jacket; the inland routes reward those willing to trade a seaside backdrop for quiet, wooded expanses.

Introduction

Look up gander in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Gander may refer to:

Animals

[edit] Gander (goose), an adult male goose Gander (dog), a Newfoundland dog, recipient of the Dickin Medal for bravery Gander (horse), a thoroughbred race horse

Places

[edit] Canada[edit] Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, a town in Canada Gander (electoral district), a provincial electoral district Gander Academy, an elementary school in Gander Gander Collegiate, a high school in Gander Gander International Airport, a major airport in Newfoundland and Labrador CFB Gander, also known as 9 Wing Gander, a Canadian air force base co-located at Gander International Airport Gander Bay, Newfoundland Gander Lake, Newfoundland Gander River, Newfoundland Gander terrane, a continental fragment in Newfoundland Gander Island, part of the Moore Islands, British Columbia France/Luxembourg[edit] Gander (Moselle), a small river

People

[edit] Gander (surname) Monty Stratton (1912-1982), nicknamed "Gander", Major League Baseball pitcher

Fictional characters

[edit] Gladstone Gander, a Walt Disney fictional character created by cartoonist Carl Barks Goosetave Gander, a fictional character of the Scrooge McDuck Universe, Gladstone Gander's father Richard Gander, in the 1972 British sitcom Alcock and Gander

Other uses

[edit] Gander Stakes, an ungraded stakes race for New York bred Thoroughbred race horses Kokusai Ku-8, a 1940s Japanese light transport monoplane codenamed Gander by the Allies USS Gander, a Danube class starship in the science fiction franchise Star Trek