Ahoy M'hearties Welcome Aboard Our Webship!
Thanks for taking the time to visit the Shady Isle Pirates and Privateers website. Our site is continuing to grow. Here you will find information on: Pirate and Privateer History, Events, Naval Arts & Crafts, Seamanship, Mini-Brigantine Boat Building, Games, Forums and a whole lot more!
The Shady Isle Pirates are an all-ages non-profit family friendly group that was first formed in the Okanagan Valley in October, 2004. Orginally known as the Beer Bard Privateers, the mission of the group was not only to promote and preserve nautical heritage while raising money for charitable organizations, but also to experience maritime culture and arts from a hands-on live re-enactment approach
Currently, we are actively operating the mini-brigs in messabouts, and in festivals, as well as working on costuming, historical weaponry, and practicing traditional music. Hundreds of man hours go into maintaining the brigs each year from her volunteer crews. A percentage of any monies earned are donated to local charitable groups - such as nautical heritage sites, and cultural projects.
We aim to delight and encourage active participation in maritime arts by engaging in charitable character and helping our community whenever possible.
April 7th, 2012 - Shady Isle Pirates Invade the Steveston Community Centre
The Shady Isle Pirates were on deck this Easter, with both ships setting course for the Steveston Community Centre's Easter Party Extravaganza. The Shady Isle Pirates and Privateers performed the story of "The Hunt For The Golden Egg" throughout the day to a sold-out crowd. Both mini-brigs the Adventure and the Liberte were on hand for children to clamber aboard, explore, and learn the art of scallywagging. There was also lots of games, crafts, balloon art, face painting, and much more. Thanks to all the wonderful volunteers who made the event a huge success, and of course, the Easter Bunny! A good time was had by all! HUZZAH!!!!!!!
For more pictures check out our Easter photo gallery!
