Tong & Shuck

Meet local fisherman Jim Conohan and hear his stories of his life on the sea. Jim will show you how to tong for oysters with a demonstration that takes place in an oyster dory affixed to the deck.

Learn about the growth and life cycle of PEI oysters and the proper size for harvest. Learn how to shuck & feast on PEI fresh oysters.

Included with the experience are up to two dozen (24) oysters per guest, water, tea or coffee, and a truffle.

Pricing

• $140, 12 years old and up.

• Additional Oysters $2/each

To Enjoy the Experience / What to Expect

• This experience is not recommended if you are allergic to oysters, or shellfish

• This experience is recommended for Adults and Children 12 and older. No children’s menu is offered with this experience.

• Guests are asked not to arrive more than 15 minutes before the experience is scheduled.

• This experience runs rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

• When you arrive park close to the house. Jim or Gen will come out to greet you.

• Jim’s property is pretty rustic so we recommend you wear comfortable clothing you don’t mind getting a little dirty. A hat is always recommended.

• Bug spray or long sleeve shirts and pants are recommended for the evening tours as it tends to get pretty buggy that time of day.

Location

• 106 Campbell Country Lane, Cardigan, PE C0A 1G0

• There is parking available on site.

• When you arrive park close to the house. Jim or Gen will come out to greet you.

Helpful Links

• Weather: https://weather.gc.ca/city/pages/pe-4_metric_e.html

• Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/hJ5Ejn6yZo4W8zj76

Booking Notes & Policies

• All booking are subject to our general terms and conditions.

• This experience is not recommended if you are allergic to oysters, or shellfish

• This experience is recommended for Adults and Children 12 and older. No children’s menu is offered with this experience.

• This experience requires a minimum of two guests to proceed. Our system will accept a booking for one person, but if there are no other bookings received 24 hours before the event we may cancel it. We will contact you before we do and give you the option of purchasing a second ticket or rescheduling.

• Bookings requests must be made a minimum of 48 hours in advance of the desired date. If you’re trying to book inside that 48 hour window you may contact us and we will see if you can be added.

• This tour runs rain or shine. We will only cancel if the weather is dangerous.

• Allergies & Dietary Restrictions. When you book this tour, you will be asked to provide information on allergies and dietary restrictions for each guest in your group. If there are any, it is critical that this information is provided to us in advance. We cannot guarantee that accommodations can be made if sufficient information and notice isn’t given.

• Dog Policy: You are welcome to bring your dog if they are well-behaved and not a barker. Your dog may not go into the gazebo during the meal. They must be on a leash at all times and will be tied to a tree near the gazebo during the meal. Water will be available for your dog. This is a private residence and the owner has dogs. Your dog must get along with other dogs and not provoke the host’s dogs. They have been trained to be quiet during experiences. Please advise ahead of time if you will have your pet with you.