May 1, 2018
Can you really experience your surroundings just by driving by? Something euphoric happens when you hop on a bike and feel the fresh spring air cascade around you.
It’s highly unlikely you will remember that one-millionth time you drove to your destination but will recall conquering a trail and the end reward of a gorgeous view or refreshing dip!
Harrison offers some of the nicest biking around. At our doorstep, the fertile farmland provides kilometers of country-side scenery and, best of all, it is all flat. Easy riding for everyone!
Check out one our favorite rides starting from the Harrison Visitor Center, past Circle Farm Tour stops and around Limbert Mountain.
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Dust off your backpack, bring a picnic basket to be stuffed with Circle Farm foods, your bike, supportive shoes, and your camera to snap moments!
Don’t have a bike? No problem! You can rent one at Jaime Quadracycle from self-propelled vehicles and quadricycles to tricycles and regular bicycles. You can also rent by the hour at Glencoe Motel Bike Rentals or grab some from Harrison Beach. (Not limited to hotel guests.)
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Harrison has a variety of biking trails, suited for the novice to the experienced.
1) COUNTRY ROAD RIDE is a 26 km ride, taking you from Harrison Hot Springs to the farm lands of Agassiz as part of our Circle Farm Tour. You’ll drive past farms, corn fields, hazelnut orchards, cows, sheep, and, even, the odd donkey.
Highlights!
Back Porch: Pottery & basketry studio boasting antiques, collectibles, and other home/ garden décor items. Character buildings, chickens, goats and family vegetable gardens.
Farm House Natural Cheeses: Certified organic farm producing a wide variety of artisan farmstead cow and goat milk cheeses, non-homogenized milk, butter and yogurt from the farm's grass-fed cows and goats. Watch the cheesemaking process through the viewing window and take time for a stroll around the farm to visit the animals.
2) LAKESIDE: Bike along the gorgeous esplanade*.
(Please watch out for vehicles as it is a narrow shoulder.)
3) HARRISON MILLS TO HARRISON HOT SPRINGS: (and back) - for the more intermediate riders --an hour ride there and back -- stop at the springs on Mt. Woodside where you can fill up your water bottle with fresh spring water! (Note: there is an elevation gain on both sides.)
4) RIDE THROUGH THE VILLAGE: Nothing beats taking a tour of Harrison Village. (Please watch for other pedestrians and vehicles.)
5) BEAR MOUNTAIN SIDE TRAIL LOOP: A total 7.5 km round-trip. This ride begins at Memorial Hall and turns into Mount Street Trail. You’ll see lots of farmland, leading into forest and over a bridge crossing at which point you’ll twist and turn a bit more before looping back.
Pedal then pool: Stay and soak in one of the hot spring pools or enjoy the healing springs spa at Harrison Resort.
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This two-day event begins at 9:00 am with a short procession to Harrison Lake Plaza where a welcoming ceremony will be held at 10:00 am.
Each day features artisan activity tables, medicine walks. and opportunities for intercultural sharing.
Joint hosts for this event, Sts’ailes First Nations and the Village of Harrison Hot Springs, invite visitors to learn about the traditions of the Sts’ailes People and share cultural experiences.
Check out the pictures from previous years.
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"The best routes are the ones you haven't ridden."
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Harrison Hot Springs is far enough
away to feel away from it all, but only a 40-minute drive from Abbotsford and a scenic 1.5-hour drive from Vancouver.
Love the journey as much as the visit.
#justuptheroad .
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Posted on Apr 23, 2018 by Tourism Harrison
April 1, 2018
April's sunshine allows for more than just a quick jaunt out of the house. Dust off those trusty old hiking boots and fill your backpack with healthy snacks. Ski season is nearing the end, and it's time to exercise your heart and lungs.
Spring is the season of renewal! Get ready to feel alive, strong, and free to roam wherever the unmarked paths take you!
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Harrison has a great variety of hikes, strolls, and walks, from novice to experienced, and with no shortage of sites to explore.
Check out our hiking list that's listed from moderate to difficult.
EASY: Spirit Trail -- more than an average walk! Enjoy the cedar trees that have been decorated with beautiful First Nation's masks by a local artist.
BRING THE FAMILY: Hicks Lake Trail-- your kids have a bunch of energy to burn after winter hibernation. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy this 2-hour 'hike' with the littles.
MEDIUM: Sandy Cove Trail (Whippoorwill Point) -- the first 150 meters are tough, but after that you are golden! The reward? A stellar view of Harrison Lake.
HARD: Campbell River Trail (The Harrison Grind) -- Harrison's own version of the Grouse Grind, with a 700-meter ascent, this is a 3-5 hour hike that is designed for the experienced!
DIFFICULT: Slollicum Peak -- Slollicum is a 1200 meter ascent with a remote 14k return hike, east of Harrison Lake Gravel Road. It's off the beaten path and gorgeous.
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You have worked up a sweat and are ready for a monster bowl of something satisfying.
If you are after a pint, stop by The Old Settler Pub or Sandpiper Resort's Clubhouse.
Muddy's serves their coffee hot, and signature-size desserts are guaranteed to 'hit the spot'. Wanting a bit more on the upscale and farm-fresh? Try Harrison Corner, Black Forest, Copper Room, or Morgan's Bistro. Bring a change of clothes and celebrate the adventure you just experienced.
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"Of all of the paths you take in life, make sure that a few of them are dirt." - John Muir
Harrison Hot Springs is far enough
away to feel away from it all, but only a 40-minute drive from Abbotsford and a scenic 1.5-hour drive from Vancouver.
Love the journey as much as the visit.
#justuptheroad .
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Posted on Mar 29, 2018 by Tourism Harrison
March 1, 2018
Slow clap...We made it!
The days are getting longer as we head towards moments filled with light and renewal. It's time to unravel from the cozy, uncurl from the tight-ball binge-watching position, and present ourselves to the world, again, as we embrace springtime!
Break the pattern, wake up, gather, and make time to feel amazing.
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DOWN-TIME
We have heard that "life is about the journey and not the destination", but if you are planning a family vacation with the kids, and maybe even Fido, save yourself the endless drive and stressful air travel. Start the getaway right away.
Harrison is family AND pet-friendly!
Choose from a variety of specials and packages this Spring Break. Mom and Dad get time-off from playing Chef, with these breakfast, lunch and dinner options.
And, don't forget your bathing suits for a dip in our soothing hot springs.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Sasquatch Museum Grand Opening
Learn all you can about the "primary caretaker who watches over our land", according to First Nations' lore. Discover why even scientists cannot dispute this ape-like creature's existence and why the hopes of catching a glimpse, of the mighty Sasquatch, continues to enamour new and returning guests.
The Sasquatch Museum is located at the Harrison Visitor Information Centre located at 499 Hot Springs Rd, Harrison Hot Springs.
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Easter at Kilby Historic Site
The Easter Bunny is 'no bunny's' fool. On April 1, bring the family to Kilby Historic Site to search high and low for eggs and prizes. Decorate Easter eggs, play good ol' fashioned games, and spend time with the farm animals.
Treat the entire family to a traditional Roast Turkey Dinner at the cafe. Call to reserve your table in advance.
Tickets can be purchased here or at the Tourism Harrison Hot Springs Visitor Centre. See participating wineries.
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"Wherever you are - be all there." - Jim Elliott
Harrison Hot Springs is far enough away to feel away from it all, but only a 40-minute drive from Abbotsford and a scenic1.5 hour drive from Vancouver.
Love the journey as much as the visit.
#justuptheroad .
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Posted on Mar 1, 2018 by Tourism Harrison
February 1, 2018
In January, we found ourselves reflecting on 2017, encouraged to be in the present moment, and create new vision for 2018. With Family Day and Valentines Day approaching, our focus is also on connection and love -- and not just romantic love but family love, and, most importantly, self love.
Time spent in nature can strengthen one's well being and feeling loved. Although created with the best intentions, these special occasions can be challenging as the messaging is that we are less worthy if we aren't in a relationship or have family to celebrate with. Not. True!
Expand your definitions, challenge your perceptions, and get ready to feel great!
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ALL IN THE FAMILY
February 12th marks Family Day! Pack up the people you love most and celebrate BC’s Family Day at Harrison Hot Spring’s Family Fun Day on February 10th in Memorial Hall!
Enjoy Science World demonstrations at 10:30, 12:00, 1:30 and 3:00, a variety of games and crafts including an indoor bouncy castle and button-making!, face painting, and a Sasquatch Selfie Scavenger Hunt.
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FEEL-GOOD IDEAS
Run away with your special someone for a night or two. Who needs Cupid with his bow and arrow, to feel good, when we have something even better? Hot Springs!
BC hot springs have a naturally high mineral content that are said to exert therapeutic effects, relieving and restoring one's health, and soothing the body and mind. It's called hydrotherapy.
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Did you know that our Hot Springs:
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were revered as a 'healing place', by the local Sts'ailes First Nations, who travelled by canoe to benefit from the waters?
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are concentrated with potash and sulphur, which are 40 degrees, and 62 degrees Celsius, respectively?
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average 1,300 ppm of dissolved mineral solids, one of the highest concentrations of any mineral spring?
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The Hot Springs Public Pool is located at the junction of Hot Springs Road and the Esplanade, accessible by everyone!
Treat the family, your love, and, most importantly, yourself.
Then... wrap your hands around a hot cup of coffee and take a leisurely stroll through a mystic forest. Bathe in its stillness and reconnect.
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Harrison Hot Springs is far enough away to feel away from it all, but only a 40-minute drive from Abbotsford and a scenic 1.5-hour drive from Vancouver. Love the journey just as much as the visit when you travel #justuptheroad .
P.S
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A HOT SPRINGS SOAK!
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Posted on Jan 26, 2018 by Tourism Harrison
