CIRCLE FARM TOUR
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CHILLIWACK CIRCLE FARM TOUR
CHILLIWACK
GOOD OL’ COUNTRY CHARM
An action packed day of good ole' country charm awaits you on the Chilliwack Circle Farm Tour! Learn how bees communicate, ask about an old-world tradition while visiting an organic grain and flour mill and race the kids through the corn maze. Delight your senses at one of the most spectacular show gardens on earth, drop by the picturesque outdoor market on the beach and unwind with a perfect wine-paired meal. You won't be able to resist the temptation of shopping with items like handmade soaps, unique, one- of - a kind pottery pieces, farm fresh produce, goat cheese, organic beef, kosher honey, kosher grains and fresh stone-ground flours.
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FARM EXPERIENCE
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Atchelitz Threshermens Association - Pioneer Village
Step back in time as you tour our Antiques Museum & Pioneer Village. The General Store, Chapel, Blacksmith Shop, Canora Building with Steam Machinery display, and Gramma’s Grill welcome you. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around our grassy site or picnic in our large covered area. Tour busses are welcome. Admission by donation.
Website: N/A
Address: 44146 Luckakuck Way Phone: 604.858.2119
Monday - Saturday 10am – 3pm. Closed Sundays. Gramma’s Grill can be open upon request.
FARM EXPERIENCE
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Chilliwack Corn Maze
Challenge yourself to finding the one true way through our unique maze. You are provided with interactive passports that help lead you through the maze. Picnic areas, fire pits, jumping pillow, pedal carts, animal displays & much more!! From mid September pick one of our many varieties of pumpkins. Off hours available by prebooking.
Website: www.chilliwackcornmaze.com
Address: 41905 Yale Road West Phone: 604.819.6203 or 604.845.7771
Seasonal - Please view website for hours of operation
FARM EXPERIENCE
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Fantasy Farms Inc
In the heart of the Fraser Valley surrounded by beautiful mountain ranges sits Fantasy Farms; fast becoming the most entertaining festival farm for families to visit! Join us for our Annual Festivals!
Website: fantasyfarmsinc.ca
Address: 9423 Gibson Rd Phone: 604-792-3407
Seasonal - Please view website for hours of operation
FARM EXPERIENCE
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Tulips of The Valley Festival
Visit BC’s largest Tulip fields with over 20 acres of tulips. New this year is 4 acres full of beautiful smelling, vibrant Hyacinths and 19 varieties of double, multicoloured Daffodils. Food trucks will be on site daily, including a Touch of Dutch.
Website: www.tulipsofthevalley.com
Address: 41310 Yale Rd Phone: (604) 703-6122
Opening Spring 2019 please view our website for opening dates.
FARM EXPERIENCE
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Chilliwack Sunflower Festival
Chilliwack Sunflower Festival is brought to you by the creators of Tulips of the Valley. Where the tulip symbolises the beginning of spring and the end of winter, the Sunflower is a strong symbol of summer. We welcome you to explore over 5 acres of sunflowers in 17 different varieties. Get lost among the 3 acres of giant Mammoth sunflowers reaching up to 12 feet tall. Snap that perfect selfie in our 1 acre show garden displaying 15 different varieties of this gorgeous flower.
Website: www.chilliwacksunflowerfest.com
Address: 41310 Yale Road Phone: (604) 703-6122
Once the season starts on August 22nd, opening hours are:
Monday- Friday 10:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday-Sunday and Holidays 9:00 am –7:00pm
Sunrise openings Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout festival
(gates open 30 minutes before sunrise according to timeanddate.com)
SIPS & SPIRITS
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Old Yale Brewing
At Old Yale Brewing, we’re proud of where we come from. Located near the gateway to the pristine and breathtaking Chilliwack River Valley, our home gives us a fresh perspective – a perspective that not only shapes who we are but also how we approach the craft of making great beer! We source local ingredients such as malted barley and hops whenever we can. As of May 1, 2016, we’ll be operating in our brand new, nearly 10,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility; Complete with a full tasting room where you can sit down and enjoy a snack and a pint of our world-class beer.
Website: www.oldyalebrewing.com
Address: #404 - 44550 South Sumas Road Phone: 604.392.2011
Tuesday - Sunday 11AM - 7PM, Closed Monday
FARM STORE
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Anita's Certified Grain & Flour Mill
Stop and visit Anita’s Organic Mill where we mill fresh daily 25 different certified organic artisan flours. Friendly, knowledgeable staff will help you select the best ingredients for your baking needs. From versatile stone and fine ground flours, flakes & mixes, high quality dried fruit, nuts, seeds and snacks, savoury legumes, and healthy whole grains. Select from our 52 different bulk bins, retail or bulk bag sizes.
Website: www.anitasorganic.com
Address: 7697 Lickman Road Phone: 604.823.5547
Mon – Sat 9am-6pm
FARM STORE
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Chilliwack River Valley Natural Honey Ltd.
Visit our country store minutes away from Hwy 1. Taste a variety of Natural unpasturized Honey, fresh frozen Pollen, Propolis Tincture and Cream, and Fresh Royal Jelly. We are a Canadian food inspection agency approved farm and certified kosher. Tour buses welcome, please phone for appointment.
Website: www.chilliwackhoney.com
Address: 43476 Adams Road Phone: 604.823.7400 or 1.800.361.2200
Tue – Sun 9am-5pm. Closed Mondays and Holidays. Closed Dec 25 until Jan 02.
FARM STORE
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The Farm Store at Fraser Valley Specialty Poultry
All your local goods in one place! We source local meats, cheese, bread and ready made products all supplied by local farmers and artisans. Our Farm began in 1973 as Fraser Valley Duck and Goose and we have since expanded our farming to include Organic Chicken. Come see the local goodness our store has to offer!
Website: www.yarrowfarmstore.com
Address: 4540 Simmons Road Phone: 604.798.9044
Monday - Friday 8am - 6pm. Saturday 10am - 6pm.
FARM STORE
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Hofstede’s Country Barn
Hofstede’s Country Barn is a local specialty grocer and farmer’s market style destination store. Featuring the best of local, BC, organic and Grade A produce, a vast import and local grocery selection, a full in-house delicatessen, bakery and coffee shop; we are sure to delight all food connoisseurs. Our Café features a variety of daily specials and products to eat in or take-out, created using a combination of family and unique gourmet recipes! Come and stimulate your senses at Hofstede’s Country Barn.
Website: www.hofstedes.ca
Address: 45796 Luckakuck Way Phone: 604.824.1192
Open: Mon - Thurs 8am-6pm, Fri 8am-8pm, Sat 8am-5:30pm, Closed Sun & Holidays.
FARM STORE
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Klaassen Farms
Klaassen Farms is a family owned and operated blueberry farm offering fresh and delicious locally grown BC Blueberries. Our Farm is a perfect spot for a family outing, we have picnic tables, shade and plenty of blueberries. All our blueberries are Organic Spray Only
Website: www.chilliwackblueberries.com
Address: 51211 Chilliwack Central Road Phone: 604-845-0678
Off Season: Fridays only 10am-5pm
Blueberry Season: Mon – Sat – 9am -6pm
FARM STORE
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Little Mountain Garden Centre & Florist
Live Local, Grow Local, Buy Local. Come visit and tour Little Mountain Garden Centre and see why we are your destination garden store. We are open year round and grow 90% of what we sell, being a true grower direct retailer in the Chilliwack area. Shop our garden centre for the latest and greatest in plant material, inspiring home décor ideas and homemade fudge. Visit us online and order beautiful bouquets and flower arrangements today.
Website: www.littlemountaingardencentre.com
Address: 47558 Yale Road East Phone: 604.792.4403
Open: Monday – Saturday: 8:30am - 6pm, Sunday & Holidays: 10am – 5pm. Seasonal Hours may apply, call for exact times
FARM STORE
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Minter Country Garden
Visit BC’s premier destination garden centre! There is so much to see and do on our 18 acres, all year long! See the newest plants from around the world, check out the latest fashions, enjoy a light meal in our Garden Café, browse through the tea, vintage decor, sewing studio & hot tub shops, join us for seasonal events and more! Minter Country Garden… ‘Where Great Gardens Begin’! Pet friendly.
Website: www.mintergardens.com
Address: 10015 Young Road Phone: 1.800.661.3919 or 604.792.6612
Open: Mon – Fri 8:30am-6:00pm, Sat 8:30am-5:30pm, Sun & Holidays 10:00am-5:00pm. Seasonal hours may apply, please call for exact times.
FARM STORE
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Rustic Soap Co.
Welcome to our countryside soap shack! Established in 1999, we specialize in natural herbal bar& liquid soap, bath & body care products & soy candles. Our original recipes are handmade on-site using pure essential oils, clays, vegetable oils, exotic butters & locally produced coffee, grains, beer, honey and goats milk.
Website: www.rusticsoap.com
Address: 42537 South Sumas Road Phone: 604.823.4461
Thurs – Sat 11am-4pm. Check website for closures.
FARM STORE
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Smits & Co.w Farm Cheese
Cheese please! Come check out our family owned and operated cheese plant and store, right here on the farm. We offer traditionally made gouda cheese in several different flavours along with the opportunity to chat over a cup of coffee. Hope to see you soon!
Website: www.smitsandcow.com
Address: 5787 Lickman Road Phone: 604.824.9779
Open: Thurs - Sat 9am-5pm.
FARM STORE
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The Local Harvest Market
Using sustainable growing methods, we produce the finest fruits and vegetables imaginable. Visit our farm for an interactive tour where you’ll see us in action as we nurture our crops and care for our bees, alpacas and other animals. In our farm-sourced café you will enjoy pies, soups, salads and more.
Website: www.thelocalharvest.ca
Address: 7697 Lickman Road Phone: 604.849.6006
Open year round Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
FARM STORE
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Yarrow Farm Market
Yarrow Farm Market Chilliwack's largest market with over 20 vendors every week. This season we have a spectacular line-up of vendors joining us. We focus on farm fresh produce, foods and other "grocery store" items, and handcrafted art. Hope you can join us!
Website: https://arbutusevents.ca/
Address: 4390 Kehler Street
Fridays May 5th to Sept 15th
5pm to Dusk
SPONSOR
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Chilliwack Golf Club
Attention Circle Farm Tour Explorers! During your Circle Farm Tour visit Chilliwack Golf Club for a break on our relaxing patio, overlooking the scenic golf course. Our licensed bar and kitchen offer a great selection of local craft beer and wine, while our kitchen provides options from share plates to hearty burgers and home cut French Fries.
Bonus Offer: present your Circle Farm Tour brochure and receive one complimentary basket of our home cut French Fries (one per table, with purchase of a beverage).
Website: http://www.chilliwackgolf.com/
Address: 41894 Yale Road West Phone: 604.823.4544
SPONSOR
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Inspired Arts and Gifts
Are you looking for “BC made”? Over 100 artists represented at Inspired Arts and Gifts’ boutique gallery including Aboriginal art, jewellery, pottery, glass art, and BC gourmet foods.
Website: www.inspiredartsandgifts.com
Address: 42333 Yarrow Central Road Phone: 604.490.8555
Winter Hours: Thursday - Saturday 10:00am - 5:00pm. Closed: Sunday-Wednesday
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