Vessel Profile

Fiddler's Green No. 1

Fiddler's Green No. 1
Photo: Simon Hill

Story

This fishboat, general was built in 1974 by Farrell Boat Co. Ltd. in Richmond, BC.

Owners & Masters

In 1974-1976 she was owned by George Rakuson, Delta BC Canada.

In 1977-2004 she was owned by Conrad W. Hrycun, Delta BC Canada.

In 2012-2014 she was owned by Brandon Fiske, Delta BC Canada.

In 2015-2020 she was owned by Robert J. Agricola, Delta BC Canada.

In 2023-2024 she was owned by Michael Erickson, Sorrento BC Canada.

Name Significance

"Fiddler's Green is a legendary supposed afterlife, where there is perpetual mirth, a fiddle that never stops playing, and dancers who never tire. In 19th-century maritime folklore it was a kind of afterlife for sailors who have served at least 50 years at sea." (Wikipedia)

References

Canada List of Shipping

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