Shelburne

Shelburne lies at the southwest corner of Nova Scotia, approximately the same latitude as Portland, Maine.

Shelburne was incorporated as a town on April 4, 1907, has a rich Loyalist history. Several descendants of the first-generation Loyalists (those loyal to the British) still live in the area today. During the American Revolution hundreds of colonists loyal to crown, left New York seeking refuge in Nova Scotia. 

Fishing is the primary industry, 9.5 million pounds of fish pass through the port annually. Other economic activities include tourism, fish farming and processing, manufacture of barrels, granite monuments, and marine supplies.

Thursday, June 12, 2025 we cleaned up the boat a bit, took showers walked into town had lunch at The Ship’s Galley Pub and Eatery. Back at the marina we met several members. There was mention of races starting around 5:45, and of course Dan was able to find a boat to crew on. Meanwhile I hung out on the upper deck at the club, met several wonderful people. Grilled hamburgers and hotdogs were on the menu for dinner.

Soon after we arrived back to TRANCE, at 10:30pm, another sailboat was arriving, Dan went out to help them. It was a a boat from France, s/v Picaso, with 4 men aboard. They invited us over for wine.

Second gentleman from the left, Jerome Picard is a Dentist, you can find him on Instagram toothcolibri. They are traveling the world by boat to heal, in remote places.

Friday, June 13, 2025 we woke up late this morning, combination of an event filled day and the one hour time difference.

Walked into town for lunch at the Emerald Light. I had a salmon bowl, very delicious!

After lunch we walked around town.

The Barrel Factory located on Dock Street, currently owned by George and Beerta Van der Meer. Many of the original tools are from the early 1900’s are still in use today. Most barrels are made from all local spruce trees. Some of his products include planters, line barrels for fishing boats, buckets even coffee cups.

After dinner at the yacht club we attended a concert at the Osprey Arts Center featuring Joe H Henry, a Canadian country musician.