Patch Perfect: Where to Find Pumpkins in the Fraser Valley
Pumpkin season is upon us! The autumn harvest has arrived in the Fraser Valley, and there’s plenty to pick from. From wandering the patches looking for Jack o lanterns, to local farm markets fully stocked with seasonal treats, there’s no better place to follow your sense of wonder. If you veer towards the spooky side, […]
Voices of the Land: Indigenous Experiences in the Fraser Valley
Before the Fraser Valley Well before this territory was ever called the Fraser Valley, it was known by its Halq’eméylem name, S’ólh Téméxw, meaning “our land” or “our world.” For us, that name serves as a reminder that our organization stems from a lineage of settlers and visitors to this area, the traditional, ancestral land […]
Savour Your Summer With a Fraser Valley Circle Farm Tour
Summer 2025 may be starting to wind down, but there’s still plenty of opportunity to make the most of the season! If you’re starting August wishing you’d gotten out a bit more or tried a few more things, then you’re in the right place! The Fraser Valley is packed with all kinds of ways to […]
Last Call for Summer: Hit the Road in the Fraser Valley!
How is it August already?? Somehow, summer days seem to fly by faster than those in any other season. One moment you’re looking for a good spot to lay your towel, and the next, you’re watching that first leaf drift down in agonizing slow motion. That’s exactly why we’re doing a final summer check-in blog […]
Fraser Valley Road Trips To Make the Most of Summer
Summer is the time of year when you can let your itinerary wander! Road trips, overnight stays, unexpected diversions—enjoying the sunny season is all about seeking out new experiences and letting the days run together, like the colours in a tie-dye shirt. It’s the perfect occasion to show the kids that you still have a […]
Romantic Fraser Valley Staycations Just in Time for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and if you’re looking for romantic, heart-shaped itineraries to dazzle your sweetie with, look no further than the Fraser Valley! There are countless unique date ideas to be found in each of our neighbouring communities, all with the beautiful British Columbia nature as a breathtaking backdrop. From the Fraser Canyon […]
2025 Bucket List Things to Do in the Fraser Valley
While New Year’s resolutions have their merits, there are definitely more fun ways to kick off the next 365 days than by not doing X, or doing more Y. That’s why we’re going with a “bucket list” this year—active and fun excuses to get out of your post-holiday funk and experience life to its fullest! […]
Get Outdoors With These Winter Activities in the Fraser Valley
As winter approaches, thoughts may turn to a staycation snuggling under a blanket with a cup of hot cocoa and a roaring fire, shielded from the winter weather—for some. For other more adventurous spirits, it’s a time to get excited about all of the frosty fun to be had throughout the Fraser Valley. From flying […]
In the “Kitchen” with Abbotsford’s TopSpin Pickleball Club
Estimated reading time: 2min 40sec Your friends are suddenly less available in the evenings. Your neighbours seem to be out more often. Heck, even your parents are into it. What’s going on? Pickleball, that’s what: the court sport that’s sweeping the nation (and taking over its tennis courts.) But what exactly is it? Pickleball was […]
16 Unique Gift Shops in the Fraser Valley
Estimated reading time: 5min 35sec It seems like every year, our holiday shopping list ends up ballooning a little bit more. New friends, old acquaintances, gift exchanges, secret Santas— it’s almost enough to toss the gift wrap and say you’ll be wintering somewhere warmer this year! But of course, we would never be so bold […]
Treat Yourself to a Summer Staycation in the Fraser Valley
Estimated Read Time: 7 min 24 sec One of the wonderful things about summer in the Fraser Valley is that you can travel for 20 minutes in any direction and find something entirely different to marvel at. The diversity of nature, culture, and food here is beyond compare, which is why, for locals, it’s the […]
17 Fun Summer Farm Experiences in the Fraser Valley
Estimated Read Time: 5 min 29 sec The farm life is calling! The summer sun is shining brightly in the Fraser Valley and that means that family farms across the region have opened up their gates and are welcoming guests to enjoy their seasonal experiences. Whether you’re looking to pick fresh berries, get lost (temporarily) […]