Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail Registrations

Nova Scotia Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail participants must offer a quality experience that highlights Nova Scotia chowder or lobster. The Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail programs are open to all Taste of Nova Scotia restaurants and producer/processors, as well as independent seafood retailers, tour operators and seafood producers who meet the Required Standards and Criteria (outlined below).

All applications will be reviewed and assessed for eligibility in the program. Applicants who are not members of Taste of Nova Scotia, or who are not an approved Tourism Nova Scotia experience, may be subject to a $50 assessment fee.

SECTION 1 - BUSINESS DETAILS

By filling out the information below, you are expressing interest in being a part of the Nova Scotia Chowder Trail and/or Lobster Trail. This information will be used to contact you, and will be used in promotional materials, such as the print passport, website and mobile app.

Company Name (required)

Business Number (required)

Year Established (required)

Contact Name (required)

Contact Phone Number (required)

Position (required)

Contact E-mail (required)

Name of Manager (if different than contact name)

Physical Address (required)

City/Town (required)

Postal Code (required)

Our physical address is also our mailing address.

Mailing Address

City/Town

Postal Code

Business Phone

Business Fax

Business Email

Website

Twitter

Instagram

Facebook Page

Are you currently a member of Taste of Nova Scotia:

YesNo

Is your business listed on NovaScotia.com and/or in the Nova Scotia Doers & Dreamers Travel Guide?

YesNo

Operating Season

Year-RoundSeasonalOther

Hours of Operation

Chowder Trail Eligibility

Chowder Trail ($250 +HST) - Participants must offer a made-from-scratch seafood chowder, using fresh Nova Scotia seafood.

Please provide a description of your chowder:

Lobster Trail Eligibility

Lobster Trail ($250 +HST) - Please specify which lobster experiences you offer. You may choose one or more of the following:

Nova Scotia Lobster DinnerNova Scotia Lobster RollOther Nova Scotia Lobster menu item (please specify below)Retail: Live LobsterNova Scotia Lobster Experience (please describe below)

Please describe your menu item or lobster experience in the field below.

Both Trails

($375 +HST) - Companies wishing to participate in both trails are eligible for a 25% discount on their fees. Please note that this discount is also available to companies taking part in the Good Cheer Trail.

Section 2

Business Description - Please provide a brief description of your business. This will be used in Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail promotional materials. It should characterize your business/experience and what makes it unique and memorable. You should include a description of the visitor experience, what makes it special and any other necessary information. Please limit description to 100 words.

Section 3

Required Standards for Participation - Adherence to these standards is required for participation in the Nova Scotia Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail. Check boxes to confirm that your business meets the required standards. If you have any questions or concerns about the required standards, please contact us.).

Provide a Nova Scotia chowder or lobster experience for consumers (as outlined in the application) Please select all trails that are applicable:
CHOWDER TRAIL – Taste of Nova Scotia members (or approved tourism operators) who offer authentic, made-from-scratch seafood chowder using Nova Scotia seafood.
LOBSTER TRAIL – Taste of Nova Scotia members (or approved tourism operators) who offer a Nova Scotia lobster dinner, lobster roll or other lobster menu item; approved seafood retailers who sell live Nova Scotia lobster or businesses that offer a culinary experience featuring Nova Scotia lobster.

Provide certificate of insurance showing liability, along with liquor liability where applicable, with a limit of insurance of $2,000,000.00 or greater.
Business has obtained all legal requirements, necessary licenses and permits.
There is a First Aid kit available on-site.
There is at least one staff member on duty at all times trained in First Aid.
A Risk Management plan is in place to deal with emergencies such as fire, illness, etc.
Public premises are clean, free of hazards and in good state of repair.
There is visible signage at entrance to business.
Clean toilet facilities with hand washing stations are available to customers. (Port-a-potties and portable hand-washing stations are acceptable)
Hours of operation are clearly indicated and adhered to. (‘By appointment only’ is acceptable)
Business is open at minimum from June to October.
A safe place for parking is maintained at each site or public parking is clearly marked and accessible nearby.

Section 4

Declaration of Accuracy - Please check each box to indicate that you understand the following statements:(If your business is unique and does not meet one of more of these requirements you can still qualify for the trail, please contact us at membership@tasteofnovascotia.com and we would be happy to chat with about your application).

I declare that all information in this document is accurate at the time of completion.
I have read the Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail Participant Overview and declare that I meet all applicable Criteria and Required Standards.
I agree to notify the Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail of any changes to my business resulting in no longer meeting all required standards.
I understand that my business may be inspected during the operating season to ensure that all Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail standards are being met, and that if the standards are found to not be met, my participation in the Chowder Trail and Lobster Trail may be suspended.

Applicant Name

Position

Date

Trail Registration of Choice

Chowder TrailLobster trailBoth Trails

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