Guided Experiences Archives - The Fraser Valley

A Crones Guide to the Wetlands

Darren_Patio — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:49:45 +0000

Join local crone (and retired forester) Debora Soutar, for a detailed look at the amazing productivity of our local wetlands. There’s food to sustain us, medicine to heal us, and materials to enhance our homes. Each guided walk is about an hour long. We’ll meet at the Rotary Interpretive Centre at the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve, on the last Tuesday of the month at 2pm. Dress for the weather. Limit of 20 for each group so register online.

Feb 24 – If we depended on nature for our groceries, we’d begin serious foraging now.

Mar 31 – The sights and sounds of spring abound. Let’s learn more about tree bark properties.

Apr 28 – Some of the yummiest berries will be ripe soon.

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Next Stop, Family Fun! Holiday Trains in The Fraser Valley

Karina_Patio — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 18:06:44 +0000

Updated: November 2025

There’s just something about holiday trains around the winter season. From The Polar Express to the refrigerated boxcar that Frosty takes back to the North Pole, the magic and nostalgia of riding the rails always delivers the cheer. Now, the family-friendly festive fun rolls on at these holiday trains throughout The Fraser Valley.

The Greendale Express Train rides at Christmas at Greendale Acres in Chilliwack from November 28th until December 23rd, 2025. Hop on for a classic Christmas experience through a dazzling maze of twinkling Christmas lights and festive decorations on the farm. Greendale brings an extra touch of nostalgia with the inclusion of The Old Yale Rd Lights, a local favourite light display started by the Blackham family that now lives on at Greendale Acres. Please note that train tickets are not included with admission, and must be booked separately. If the train is fully booked, visitors are welcome to wander the path by foot!

Arctic Express takes over the Greater Vancouver Zoo November 22nd, 2025 – January 10th, 2026. and offers a frosty journey through the North! Riders will experience an exciting adventure as they help researchers track a missing reindeer. Families can enjoy the Zoo Lights evening experience throughout the zoo, which includes a craft market, plenty of cozy drinks and tasty bites, and of course… photos with Santa!

Part of the Winter Night Lights in Agassiz, a holiday mini-passenger train will run through Pioneer Park December 12th and 13th, 2025. Visitors will have the chance to meet Santa and the Grinch, all while enjoying holiday games and festivities. Food trucks will be on-site, offering delicious snacks…and complimentary hot chocolate will help keep your hands warm!

Finally, the 2025 CPKC Holiday Train rolls into Agassiz on December 19th at 5:45pm. This annual charity drive tours train stations throughout Canada and the U.S. to raise money, food, and awareness to support food banks and spread holiday cheer everywhere it goes. Be there to witness its grand entrance, all brightly decorated, and enjoy live performances from Canadian rock band, Barenaked Ladies on stage at the “live music car.”

Happy Holidays (and Bon Voyage!) from our Fraser Valley family to yours!

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Bumps in the Night: A Paranormal Evening

Luisa_Patio — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 20:22:14 +0000

With over 120 years of history, the Kilby General Store is the last standing building of the once bustling community of Harrison Mills. Thousands of people have walked through her doors. Our investigators have found evidence
that some are still with us!

Investigators will be set up in various ‘known-to-be’ haunted hot-spots in the Store and Hotel. After an explanation of their
equipment, you will get a chance to discover if there is an active spooky side to our site. Your tour will visit four areas in the Museum/Hotel, and one on the grounds. Warm-up refreshments will be provided (hot apple cider and sweet
treats).

$45/person plus GST
Tours from 6pm – 8pm or 8pm – 10pm

Please note that the evening is not recommended for youth under 10 years of age. All minors must be accompanied by an adult. Part of the tour will take place outdoors.

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Chilliwack Tours

Luisa_Patio — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 03:35:37 +0000

Chilliwack Tours is the official tour guiding partner for the Chilliwack Mural Festival.

Our guided walking tours are led by the knowledgeable, passionate local expert and Community Connector, Michael Berger. Experience the beauty and history of Chilliwack like never before. Tours are at a leisurely pace and range from 45-90 minutes long. They cover some of the history of Chilliwack along with the murals and public art in the downtown area and will engage, educate and entertain!

There are five mural and public art routes to choose from, all in downtown Chilliwack:

Central Village
District 1881
Main Street
Indigenous art & artists
Canadian artists

There is also a history tour available:

Planes, Trains, and Automobiles….and War Canoes!

More routes are being added, and custom routes can also be created.

Chilliwack Tours – Historic Walks, Artistic Talks

Group Size: groups of 2-22 are welcome; please contact us for larger groups
Walking Distance: Typically one kilometre or less
Bring: a camera, sunscreen or an umbrella, good walking shoes

For more information, please visit www.chilliwacktours.com. Email us at chilliwacktours@gmail.com to book your tour.

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Purple Hayes School of Kayaking

Darren_Patio — Fri, 16 May 2025 02:51:27 +0000

We offer beginner and intermediate courses with a low student teacher ratio. In our most popular weekend introductory course you will learn the basic strokes and strategies necessary to progress from the classroom to flat water to moving water.

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Pacific Pine Running Co.

Ron_Patio — Fri, 16 May 2025 02:40:39 +0000

We are Jenny and Katrina, a passionate and competitive duo who aim to get people of all levels on the trails moving physically and mentally towards their goals. We founded Pacific Pine Running Co. to create the only coaching and running adventure company south of the Fraser River that is focused on offering activities that build and grow the local trail running community. We offer many opportunities, from personalized training plans & long term individual coaching to evening workshops and multi-day retreats. Our programs are designed to ensure that each athlete has a rewarding experience and reaches their full potential.

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Chilliwack Park Society

Ron_Patio — Fri, 16 May 2025 02:09:45 +0000

To advocate for existing and new park and green spaces in Chilliwack that foster active, healthy lifestyles while protecting valuable flora and fauna. We aim to collaborate and build partnerships with local government, Chilliwack residents, and others to create sustainable parks in this growing, dynamic, and environmentally diverse area

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Ascent Fraser Valley Guides and Mountain School

Ron_Patio — Fri, 16 May 2025 01:36:32 +0000

The granite spires of the Cascade Mountains to the South and the East and the glacier-packed Coastal Mountains to the North and West are where we play. The Ascent Guides Team is here to make your experience a reality and offer you the skills you need to pursue a life of backcountry exploration, whether you seek serenity in mossy old-growth woods or to reach the summit of one of our many famous peaks.

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Wilde Wellness

Ron_Patio — Thu, 15 May 2025 07:57:07 +0000

Wilde Wellness is based out of beautiful Chilliwack, British Columbia in the Fraser Valley. We are the Fraser Valley’s premier Hiking-Yoga Company. Chilliwack is surrounded by vast mountain ranges such as the Cheam Range which is part of the Skagit Range of the Canadian Cascades, making it a gateway to endless stunning hikes, glacier lakes and panoramic views for you to explore.

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Foraging With You

Ron_Patio — Thu, 15 May 2025 07:30:07 +0000

Join a guided walk led by an experienced wild food forager and Red Seal Chef from B.C. Discover how to identify, harvest, and prepare local edible plants—with nutritional info, recipes, and live cooking classes to bring wild food from our kitchen to yours. Build a home food culture you’re proud of and nourished by.

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