The Fiddling Fisherman
The Fiddling Fisherman
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Enjoy a relaxing, entertaining, and inspiring experience that will certainly be the highlight of your stay on Prince Edward Island. On board ‘Chaisson A Dream’ with Captain and renowned multi-instrumentalist and entertainer J.J. Chaisson a.k.a. The Fiddling Fisherman; you will sail out of Souris harbour, drop anchor along PEI’s beautiful red cliff coastline, and relax in a picture perfect setting. It is here that you will enjoy a 2 hour gathering of music, dance, and hands on knowledge of traditional music and the fishing industry of Prince Edward Island. This is the most unique hands-on experience that PEI has to offer!
Souris, Prince Edward Island, Canada
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Valérie C
Quebec City, Canada6 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
Best lobster ever, friendly guide and good folk fiddling music. We would definitely go again. Thank you!
Written September 27, 2023
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Barbara E
Vineland, Canada1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Friends
Captain John and his lovely wife Julie provide a wonderful culinary experience on the water on the “Chaisson A Dream”. They are wonderful hosts who go the extra mile to bring a smile to your face and the best lobster to your tummy! Lots of laughter, foot stomping’ music, witty one liners. Had a fabulous time with friends! Lifetime memories made here.
Written September 17, 2023
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mike c
Caledon, Canada6 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
First time in PEI, a group of 11 of us booked this EXPIERIENCE, and you guys KILLED IT . You brought strangers together for an afternoon of food and fun . Very informative.
Amazing day , and the BEST lobster we have ever had . Nothing fresher in the world .
Julie's salad was very fresh and home made not store bought .
Entertainment , fiddle music and step dancing was supreme.
Highly recommend to others who are on the fence .
Amazing day , and the BEST lobster we have ever had . Nothing fresher in the world .
Julie's salad was very fresh and home made not store bought .
Entertainment , fiddle music and step dancing was supreme.
Highly recommend to others who are on the fence .
Written September 16, 2023
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Erin L
St. Catharines, Canada74 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Friends
Five of my visiting gal pals and I elected to head out on Chaisson a Dream. It is a real fishing boat that is also outfitted for excursions and is clean and comfortable.
We had a beautiful, sunny, fall day with calm seas. Captain JJ took us out a short distance from shore where we had lovely views of the town of Souris, the red cliffs and lush fields of PEI and Sheep’s Pond Beach.
JJ is a member of the local Chaisson family, renowned fiddlers. Their family even hosts the annual Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival so JJ’s truly earned his fiddle credentials. He played us numerous tunes, some traditional, some pop and encouraged requests and singalongs.
Cooked on board, the lobster doesn’t come any fresher. From sea to plate in about 30 minutes. The salads are tasty and the Seaside Bakery dinner rolls are the best from miles around.
JJ also educated us about the lobster industry in PEI and entertained us in general. Julie, his wife and gracious hostess, kept everything running smoothly and even performed a little step dancing.
As a seasonal resident, I spend about 5 months per year on PEI so I’ve experienced a lot of what the island has to offer. This is a unique and exceptional tour. Book it. You’ll be so glad you did.
We had a beautiful, sunny, fall day with calm seas. Captain JJ took us out a short distance from shore where we had lovely views of the town of Souris, the red cliffs and lush fields of PEI and Sheep’s Pond Beach.
JJ is a member of the local Chaisson family, renowned fiddlers. Their family even hosts the annual Rollo Bay Fiddle Festival so JJ’s truly earned his fiddle credentials. He played us numerous tunes, some traditional, some pop and encouraged requests and singalongs.
Cooked on board, the lobster doesn’t come any fresher. From sea to plate in about 30 minutes. The salads are tasty and the Seaside Bakery dinner rolls are the best from miles around.
JJ also educated us about the lobster industry in PEI and entertained us in general. Julie, his wife and gracious hostess, kept everything running smoothly and even performed a little step dancing.
As a seasonal resident, I spend about 5 months per year on PEI so I’ve experienced a lot of what the island has to offer. This is a unique and exceptional tour. Book it. You’ll be so glad you did.
Written September 16, 2023
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Kristine G
1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Family
We thoroughly enjoyed our time on the boat. We ate fabulous lobster, enjoyed toe tapping fiddling all the time being informed by an experienced lobster fisherman.
Written September 13, 2023
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Patty Y
1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Friends
The whole experience was fun, entertaining and the lobster was delicious. Would definitely sign up for this activity again.
Written September 10, 2023
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Cheryl V
1 contribution
Sep. 2023 • Family
This was a fabulous experience! Lobster fresh from the ocean, the best I’ve ever tasted. The boat is safe and family friendly. Toe tapping fiddle music, and a whole lot of fun!
Written September 7, 2023
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Tricia O
Hilliard, OH338 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Couples
Rain was predicted for our evening cruise so they rebooked us for the following day. Not much scenery as boat doesn’t go out far and the Fiddler, cook, and captain are all the same person so boat doesn’t move while eating but was very entertaining, learned some facts about lobsters, food was good and his children were charming helpers.
Written September 5, 2023
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Lindsay T
5 contributions
Aug. 2023 • Family
Our family of five enjoyed a beautiful lobster dinner with the captain’s amazing fiddling music and a gorgeous sunset. It doesn’t get much better that that! A must do when in PEI!
Written August 31, 2023
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marie r
2 contributions
Aug. 2023
The music was toe tapping, foot stomping, and fun. The fiddler was very talented.I found this to be an informative fun boat ride and to top it off……it was the best lobster I ever tasted
Written August 27, 2023
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