Circle Farm Tour 2014

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A self-guided farm tour of Agassiz's & Harrison Mills Farm Country

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Circle Farm Tour

1. Agassiz-Harrison Museum & Agassiz Visitor Information CentreHoused in a Canadian Pacific Railway Station built in 1893. The museum records, both local CPR history & includes records relating to the Agassiz Harrison area.

The gift shop offers crafts, collectible & books. The Visitor Information Centre provides information on the local & surrounding area. “A taste of Canadian history with a small-town flavour!”

May to October | Daily 10 – 4 (Sun 1 - 4 ) 7011 Pioneer Avenue | 604.796.3545 agassizharrisonmuseum@shawbiz.ca www.agassizharrisonmuseum.org

2. Canadian HazelnutHazelnuts – that’s us! We grow, process & sell a variety of hazelnut products including fresh (seasonal), raw, dry roasted, candied, chocolate covered, chocolate barks, flour and chopped hazelnuts, protein powders,

cold pressed oil, butters & chocolate spread and more! Come & experience a walk in our beautiful orchard while enjoying our hazelnuts ice creams! U-pick during September or October. Daily: Jan - Mar 10-4 | April - June 10-5 | July - Dec 9-5 Closed December 24 - January 26682 Lougheed (#7) Hwy | 604.796.2136 | canadianhazelnut@telus.net

3. The Back PorchDan & Lynda invite you to visit their pottery & basketry studio, or watch coffee being roasted in a classic 1919 Flame Roaster. Head out to the barn for antiques & collectibles & other home or garden décor

items. Character buildings, chickens, goats & of course our family vegetable gardens make this a fun & relaxing experience.

OPEN Thurs – Sun 11 – 5. Closed Easter Sun. & Dec. 25 to Mar. 16116 Golf Road | 604.796.9871 | backporch@shaw.ca

4. The Farm House Natural CheesesWe make a large range of artisan cheeses & dairy products from the rich pure milk of our farm’s own cows & goats. Watch the cheesemaking process through the viewing windows & enjoy a stroll around the farm

to visit the animals where they live & work! The shop also offers farm-raised meats & vegetables, local & regional food products & quality gifts. Check our website for special events on the farm.

Daily 10-5 | Closed Easter Sun, Dec 25 & 26 & first 2 weeks of Jan 2015 5634 McCallum Road | 604.796.8741info@farmhousecheeses.com | www.farmhousecheeses.com

5. Hammersley FarmsOur family specializes in bringing you spray-free raspberries & blueberries in season, as well as jams, berry sauces & vinaigrettes. Visitors to Hammersley Farms are welcome to wander through our beautiful display

gardens. We have over 120 varieties of reasonably priced perennials for sale. Cash only | No Pets Please Come See What’s Blooming!

May & June Sat 9-5 | July & Aug Mon to Sat 9-5 | Sept Sat 9-5 604.796.3762 |2320 Bodnar Road | www.hammersley.com

6. Kilby Historic SiteA 1920s living history site features our 1906 general store museum, post office and Manchester House Hotel. Enjoy costumed interpreters, children’s activities & working heritage farm with friendly farm animals.

BC’s Museum of Rural History!

See website for hours of operation. 215 Kilby Road, Harrison Mills604.796.9576 | info@kilby.ca | www.kilby.ca

7. Tasty Chicken FarmYou will come for the meat & stay for the breath-taking scenery. Our chicken & turkey are raised over 5 pristine acres between a hazelnut orchard, a towering hillside & lush, reclaimed wetlands. Plan ahead to take home fresh whole & cut chicken June-October & fresh

Thanksgiving turkey; all poultry & eggs are halal certified! Our lamb is raised on the farm, and beef locally. No additives, non-medicated, organic-fed, open fields, fresh water & darn tasty!

Mon, Thurs, Fri & Sat 10-5 | July & Aug, Sundays 2-5 Closed Dec 24-March 1 | 1800 Ashton Road | 604.796.9347 Order online, anytime | www.tastychicken.ca

8. Sparkes Corn BarnYou can’t leave the Corn Capital of BC without the best corn you’ve ever tasted! Our corn is picked daily, & field ripened for the highest quality & freshness, guaranteed! Our season begins in July with

our Peaches & Cream and as soon as we can, we have our famous Sparkes Triple Sweet Jubilee variety in the corn barns for the rest of the season. Sweet & Crunchy!! Look for the small green & yellow hip roofed barn on Hwy #9.

Drive Thru July-Sept 10 – 6, daily. Hwy #9 turn off to Agassiz 604.819.3078 | sparkescornbarn@gmail.com www.chilliwackcorn.com

9. Agassiz Farm Fresh MarketThis will be the fifth season for our authentic; community based Farmers’ Market featuring fabulous vendor-produced goods. Visitors will find a variety of fresh, local veggies, fruits, plants, meats,

baked goods, arts and crafts. Our mission is to support our local economy, foster a community of sustainability and educate consumers. Motto – Make it, Bake it, Grow it

June 5 - Sept 11 | Every Thurs 3 - 6. Located in the heart of town, at the parking lot in front of the Museum/Visitor Information in the old CP Rail Station at the tracks. 7011 Pioneer Street | agassizfarmfreshmarket@gmail.com www.agassizfarmersmarket.com

10. Flower Stand Pickup your fresh cut, local tulips and hyacinths at our road side stand.

Open Daily | January – Mother’s Day Dawn till dusk | 1694 Tranmer Rd | 604.796.3496

kate@tulipsofthevalley.com | www.tulipsofthevalley.com

11. Tulips of the Valley - Tulip Festival Our 9th Annual Tulip Festival opens sometime in April 2014. Check website for exact dates. Wander around our 30 acres of tulips and enjoy local food and products. Take home some fresh cut and potted tulips

when you leave. Don’t forget your camera and dress appropriately for the weather. Parking is located about a 1 km walk from the fields.

April, Wed - Fri 12-4 | Sat & Sun 10-5 | Closed Mon & Tues.Chowat Road, Seabird Island | 604.796.3496 kate@tulipsofthevalley.com www.tulipsofthevalley.com

Blackberry Lane B&B 604.796.9875 | 5877 Limbert Road www.blackberrylanebandb.com

Pretty Estates 800.661.5108 | 14282 Morris Valley Rd wwwprettyestateresort.com

Agassiz Produce 604.796.8444 | 7266 Pioneer Ave

Kilby Restaurant 215 Kilby Road, Harrison Mills 604.796.9576 | www.kilby.ca

Tall Timber B & B 604.854.4789 | 900 Tuyttens Rd talltimberlogbuilders@gmail.com www.talltimberbnb.com

Harrison Mills Tourism www.tourismharrisonmills.ca

Shoreline Tours & Charters 604.819.3418 | 1447 Tranmer Road info@shorelinetours.net www.shorelinetours.net

Harrison Beach Hotel 604.796.1111 | 160 Esplanade Ave info@harrisonbeachhotel.com www.harrisonbeachhotel.com

Ranger Station Art Gallery 98 Rockwell Drive |604.796.2723 kentharrisonartscouncil@shaw.ca

Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa 100 Esplanade Ave 604.796.2244 or 800.663.2266 www.harrisonresort.com

Tourism Harrison Visitor Centre 604.796-5581 | 499 Hot Springs Rd www.tourismharrison.com

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Wheelchair Access

Bus Parking Available

Guided Tours Available. Please Call Ahead.

Admission Fees Applicable

April TBA Tulip Festival | Chowat Road, Seabird Island 604.796.3496 | www.tulipsofthevalley.com

Apr 20 Easter at Kilby 604.796.9576 | www.kilby.ca

Jun 5 - Agassiz Farm Fresh Market Sept 11 Thursdays 3-6pm 604.796.3496 | 7167 Pioneer Avenue

Jun 7 - 8 Sasquatch Days 604.796.5581 | www.tourismharrison.com

July 12 - 20 Harrison Festival of the Arts 604.796.3664 | www.harrisonfestival.com

July 13 Vintage Car Show 604.796.9576 | www.kilby.ca

Aug 2 Fraser Valley Slow Food Cycle Tour 604.796.5581 | www.fvcycletours.com

Aug 4 Brunch on the Farm 10 am to 2 pm Farm House Natural Cheeses www.farmhousecheeses.com

Sept 13 Agassiz Fall Fair at the Fair Grounds 604.796.3545 | info@farmhousecheeses.com

Oct 18 & 19 Harrison Mills Quilt Show 604.796.9261 1995 School Road, Harrison Mills

Oct 24 - 25 Harrison Craft Beer Festival & Oktoberfest Dance 604.796.5581 | www.harrisonbeerfest.com

Nov 15-16 Fraser Valley Bald Eagle Festival www.fraservalleybaldeaglefestival.com

Dec 20 Journey to Bethlehem 604.796.8741 | www.farmhousecheeses.com

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For more information on the Circle Farm Tours throughout the Mighty Fraser Country. Please visit our website at

www.circlefarmtour.com

Circle Farm Tour

Agassiz/Harrison Mills Circle Farm TourA self-guided farm tour of Agassiz’s & Harrison Mills Farm Country

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www.tourismharrison.com

Plan to stay a while!Nestled on the sandy shores of Harrison Lake, we offer quality

accommodations to suit all budgets and preferences.

With most farms only a 5 – 15 minute drive away, Harrison Hot Springs makes the ideal holiday

base for the region.Visitor Information – 604-796-5581

Our full service lakefront resort features 3 restaurants, 5 hot spring pools and healing springs spa. Enjoy boat rentals, lake tours, and fishing charters from the resort marina or 9 holes of golf at our golf course.

100 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Spring, BC V0M 1K0

604.796.2244 or 800.663.2266www.HarrisonResort.com

Plan your getaway today…

14282 Morris Valley RoadHarrison Mills, BC V0M 1L0

1.877.796.1001www.sandpiperresort.ca

The River’s Edge offers a relaxing atmosphere, serving a casual menu for both golfers and visitors to the Sandpiper Golf Resort and Rowena’s Inn on the River. The outdoor patio is the perfect place to relax before or after a round of golf.

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A. Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa

B. Shoreline Tours & Charters

C. Harrison Beach Hotel

D. Ranger Station Art Gallery

E. Tourism Harrison Visitor Centre

F. Agassiz Produce

G. Tall Timber B & B

H. Blackberry Lane B & B

I. Kilby Restaurant

J. Pretty Estates

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