Local Culture Archives - Blackbush Beach Resort

Bonfire

bushtrac — Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:49:10 +0000

BONFIRE

Fireside Hospitality.

Spring – Summer

Unlimited persons
2-5 hour experience

Visit the Hotel on Saturday nights for a warm fireside welcome and marshmallow roast. Join community members and fellow resort guests with live entertainment and great company. Complimentary marshmallows will be made available for guest families, please coordinate with front desk on arrival !

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Winter Dine

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 19:05:27 +0000

WINTER DINE

Bon Apetit.

1 Season

1 – 6 persons
1-4 hour experience

A culinary experience to savor, Winter Dine takes place over three weeks starting in mid January and ends first week of February. Area Restaurants will offer a 3-course meal, designed specifically for Winter Dine by some of Charlottetown’s
most talented and creative chefs.

A weekend getaway might be in order for parents, couples or groups of friends.
Coordinate your stay at BlackBush in advance!

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Oyster Ice Fishing

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 18:49:53 +0000

WINTER OYSTER FISHING

Harvest Oysters through the Ice.

1 Season

1 – 6 persons
3-5 hour experience

Venture out on a frozen river, to a private oyster lease, cut a huge hole in the ice and dig out an Oyster catch.
You will be taught how to tong oysters, separate them, clean them, measure them and finally shuck them to eat.

There is usually a bonfire on the ice made for clients to keep warm and a fresh pot of steamed mussels made
to enjoy amongst the group… along with some Oystering story tales.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Ceilidhs

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 17:02:52 +0000

CEILIDHS

Island Community Soul.

2 Seasons

Unlimited persons
1-4 hour experience

A cultural fabric in Prince Edward Island that features live traditional music, dance and storytelling
that has been passed down through many ancestral roots. In the earlier days these
social gatherings or “Ceilidhs” (kitchen parties) were held at someone’s home.
Today’s Ceilidhs are typically performed in a rural townhall, parish or community center.

From fiddle to guitar to step dancing and hands clapping, the music reflects true islander soul.
This is a “must see” live performance that will leave you with an appreciation of nostalgic folk culture.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Foodie

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:33:27 +0000

FOODIE

Savor. Indulge. Repeat.

All Four Seasons

unlimited persons
1-4 hour experience

If culinary experience is what your soul is yearning for, Prince Edward Island is the destination to fulfill those dreams. Discover why we are called Canada’s Food Island.

From seafood festivals to food trucks to lobster suppers and shoreline bakes,
our Island is beloved for its renowned food scene.

Ask us about our “Friends of BlackBush” Program for exclusive culinary experiences with
our network of partners across the island.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Dairy Bars

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:23:59 +0000

DAIRY BARS

Handheld Comfort.

1 Season

unlimited persons
1 hour experience

A notorious summer treat and pastime, dairy bars are considered a local staple in many island communities.
Don’t get discouraged if you must stand in line… it’s well worth the wait.
Use that time wisely to decide and commit to your order.

Whether it’s a trip to the famous Cows Creamery, Kool Breeze Farm or the local Kiwanis Dairy Bar,
you will have many delicious choices between scoops, sprinkles, bowls and cones.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Lighthouse Tours

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:00:15 +0000

ISLAND LIGHTHOUSES

Beacons of History.

2 Seasons

1 – 10 persons
1-5 hour experience

Prince Edward Island is home to more than 60+ Lighthouses, seven of which are National Historic sites. These iconic coastal beacons can be found scattered across the province from Point Prim to West Point, and from North Cape to East Point. Take time to search and discover your favorite. Our team will be happy to assist with hints and clues to help you hunt out a hidden treasure.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Harness Racing

bushtrac — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:35:09 +0000

HARNESS RACING

Experience the thunder and thrill!

3 Seasons

Group size unlimited
1-4 hour experience

Known as the “Kentucky of Canada” in many circles, visitors from around the world
visit PEI to experience the live events of harness racing. Races take place throughout the year at
Redshores tracks in both Summerside and Charlottetown.

Harness racing is a major part of our island heritage and to better experience it,
we recommend visiting in August during Old Home Week.

Expect nightly qualifying races, onsite amusement park and even a parade to ring
in this annual event. The week finishes with the popular Gold Cup & Saucer Race.

Place your bets early and enjoy the show.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Lobster Supper

bushtrac — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:18:36 +0000

LOBSTER SUPPER

The feast you’ve been waiting for.

3 Seasons

Any size of group
3 hour experience

The PEI Lobster Supper is unlike any meal you have ever had. Getting its start in church basements, the current experience maintains the community feel, the homemade vibe, and the downhome hospitality.

We have the local know how to send you in the right direction for a “Proper Lobster Supper”.

The feast will include fresh boiled lobster from our backyard sea, seafood chowder, potato salad, coleslaw,
island blue mussels, and the best dinner roll you will ever taste. And you must try the dessert, the mile high
lemon meringue pie will leave you with tears of joy.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Anne of Green Gables

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:51:01 +0000

ANNE OF GREEN GABLES

A novel experience.

1 Season

1 – 10 persons
3 hour experience

Like many tourists and novel lovers, getting the Anne of Green Gables Experience is a “must have” while visiting the island.

Rest assured the BlackBush Resort is a short drive away from the Historic Museum in Cavendish as well as the official merchandise store and live theatre performance near Victoria Row in Charlottetown.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Live Music

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:45:10 +0000

LIVE MUSIC

Memorable Acoustics.

All Four Seasons

1 – 10 persons
3 hour experience

Prince Edward Island is home to a number of venues that feature live music, ranging from park stages to traditional Irish pubs to street side patios to microbreweries and waterfront bistros. Local artists can be found rotating through their circuits in many establishments and stages across Prince Edward Island.

Live touring performances can be found at The Mack or Confederation Centre, both venues are within a 25 minute drive from BlackBush. The most popular music event is in July, where thousands flock to the Cavendish Beach Music Festival, a three day lineup of international Country Music acts.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Hockey

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:38:44 +0000

HOCKEY

The love of the game.

All Four Seasons

1 – 20 persons
3 hour experience

One of the most storied and popular sports in PEI is ice hockey. Whether you’re here to compete in a tournament or staying in the summer to attend a hockey camp, BlackBush Resort is situated within driving distance of many ice rinks in the area.

The nearest rink is only 2km down the road from the resort in Grand Tracadie. UPEI, Simmons, Cody Banks and
Cornwall APM all within 20-25 mins drive..

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Golf

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:18:19 +0000

GOLF

Keep it on the Fairway.

Three Seasons

1 – 4 persons
4-8 hour experience

Blackbush is ideally situated near 10 stunning golf courses.
To help you schedule ask us about our exclusive Golf Partners and how we can arrange your tee time
with our local “Friends of BlackBush Program”

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Seafood Festivals

Olin Penna — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:11:07 +0000

SEAFOOD FESTIVALS

A shucking good time.

2 Seasons

1 – 10 persons
2 – 12+ hour experience

The Shellfish Festival is an annual event held in Charlottetown during the month of September and features celebrity chefs, oyster shucking competitions, live cooking symposiums and even beach side clam bakes.

Another great event is the Tyne Valley Oyster Festival, which takes place late July into August.
Tyne Valley features the best in class seafood experience, it has been an annual celebration here since 1964.

Both these seafood culinary experiences are widely attended by foodies from around the world. Rest assured, Blackbush Hotel is a short drive to both Festival venues and events.

Some of the best oyster companies in PEI:

https://brackleybayoysterco.com/

https://cascumpecbayoysterco.com/

https://colvillebayoysterco.com/

https://raspberrypoint.com/

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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Tuna Fishing

bushtrac — Fri, 28 May 2021 13:32:09 +0000

TUNA FISHING

Hook onto the BIG one.

2 Seasons

1 – 8 persons
5 hour experience

Each summer, fishermen come from around the world to visit PEI, with hopes to land a “big one”.
One of the most exciting and riveting experiences you can get in PEI is out on the water fishing for Bluefin Tuna.

Private Charters are available for groups. Contact our front desk for our exclusive island partnerships.

OUR SEASONS

SUMMER FALL WINTER SPRING

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