Can you feel it in the air? That little blast of springtime warmth? As we emerge from our winter hibernation, it’s the perfect time to Awaken Your Senses in the Fraser Valley on a Circle Farm Tour—a self-guided tour of true Canadian farm experiences featuring fresh flowers and award-winning produce, handmade treats and plenty of baby animals to meet. No need to wait for summer to get out and discover these locally owned and operated gems!
Langley
1. Eagle Acres Farm – Bucket List Tours
This family-run dairy farm offers an engaging look at how milk is produced and how cows are cared for. On the Bucket List Tour, you can learn how to make butter, milk a cow and even visit with the calves. Always a crowd pleaser, you can count on Eagle Acres farm tours for a solid family outing.
2. Kensington Prairie Farm
This family-run urban farm is home to a herd of Huacaya Alpacas and a host of other friendly farm animals. Tour the farm and learn all about how alpacas are bred and shorn to make delectable soft apparel—that you can then browse through in the on-farm boutique!
3. Otter Trail Winery
Stop by for a wine-tasting featuring wines from their vineyard estate in Oliver, BC, ideal terroir for their Cabernet France, Syrah, Chardonnay and more. A full fine dining experience is also available at the Ortega Bistro, open for brunch, lunch, dinner and cocktails.
Abbotsford
4. Goat Yoga at Maan Farms
Get ready to feel good—with goats!—at Maan Farm’s very special yoga classes. It’s a unique and fun way to practice mindfulness and have a laugh or two while you’re at it. Stick around after with your pals for Goat Happy Hour featuring Maan Farms wine.
5. Campbell’s Gold Honey Farm & Meadery
Visit master beekeepers Mike and Judy Campbell for “buzzy” events and workshops to learn all about pollination and how honey gets made. Sample some mead and shop their Country Store for artisan gifts, beeswax products and more.
6. The Agora & Apothecary at Tanglebank Estate
In the heart of historic Mt. Lehman near the Fraser River lies the Tanglebank Estate, where a farm-to-table eatery juts out onto a seasonal garden full of nature and colour. Drop by for a meal or a coffee and a snack, and browse their homewares and gift boutique.
Chilliwack
7. Minter Country Garden
Serving Fraser Valley gardeners for over 50 years, the Minters have built a mecca to all things plantable. Stroll through colourful Dutch glass greenhouses, peaceful outdoor gardens and stop for a treat at Cultivate Cafe.
8. Farmhouse Brewing Co.
The perfect escape from the city for beer lovers, pizza lovers and everyone in between. Grab a seat on the year-round patio and enjoy the mountain views, while the kids can tackle the dedicated playground area or the unique putting green.
9. Atchelitz Threshermens Association – Pioneer Village
Visit a working farm museum and step back in time to witness Canadian history through the furniture, artifacts and machinery of the past. Self or guided tours are available.
Harrison River Valley
10. Creekside Cheese & Creamery
This family-owned creamery crafts artisan cheeses using traditional methods and milk sourced exclusively from their certified organic dairy. Stop by and sample cheeses aged in their underground cave that emulates European Alpine techniques.
11. Muddy Waters Cafe
It’s like a one-stop Circle Farm Tour at Muddy Waters cafe that features farm-to-table creations using ingredients sourced from other Circle Farm Tour spots. A warm and welcoming spot to where you can really feel—and taste—the pride of Harrison Hot Springs.
12. The Farm House Natural Cheeses
The Farm House produces artisan cheeses, cultured dairy products and fresh milk from the cows and goats that you can meet on a tour of their farm, where all their delicious creations are crafted. Stay for some delicious Birchwood dairy ice cream.
So get out there and celebrate spring’s imminent arrival on a Circle Farm Tour. And just so you’re prepared for whatever the new season can throw at you, here’s a handy “packing list” for the perfect visit to the Fraser Valley.
