“Spirit of the West” National Holstein Sale – April 15th – Daytime
Please join us to discover the deep pedigrees, cow families and classy West Coast cattle at our National Convention Sale. The sale will be taking place mid-day at Chilliwack Heritage Park on Wednesday; lunch will be provided. Stay tuned for the catalog!
Taste of BC Trade Show – April 15th - evening
A warm welcome for our guests at the Delta Burnaby Conference Centre to experience local fare and artisanal products from around BC. Local vendors will be showcasing their goods, with an opportunity to purchase should something tickle your tastebuds. The evening will provide a simple, relaxing atmosphere, where delegates can get acquainted, mingle and unwind. (Appetizers will be provided, and cocktails available for purchase).
Farm Tours – April 16th – Daytime
A few farm tour options to choose from, highlighting the diversity in the beautiful Fraser Valley along the way! We will be visiting some of our most unique, progressive operations, focusing on different management styles, farm goals, and technology.
For the 3 farm tours departing from Burnaby, first a stop at Krause Berry farms for a waffle breakfast to get the day started off right. From there, the buses will head out on farm before stopping for lunch. After lunch the buses will finish up with their last stop before heading back to the Delta Burnaby Conference center to get ready for a wonderful evening at Grouse Mountain.
We will have a “local” tour available for locals and those that will be staying in Chilliwack for the National Holstein Show! This tour will pick-up at both Chilliwack Heritage Park and Westgen before embarking on its full day of touring around the Fraser Valley. Lunch is included, and this tour will return early enough to provide those interested in attending Grouse Mountain a chance to clean up before hopping on the local shuttle!
Grouse Mountain Presidents Reception – April 16th – Evening
An evening celebration sure to blow you away. Starting at the base of Grouse Mountain, convention delegates will ride the gondola up the mountain taking in the beautiful scenery of the city lights, open water, and breathtaking views. Once at the mountain top, a classy evening celebration of our past presidents will commence. Picturesque panorama’s, accompanied by a delectable menu, and unique cocktails are a sure way to experience the Spirit of the West at Grouse Mountain.
Alternate Tour – April 17th – Daytime
If you’re looking to experience more of BC, we invite you to join our Alternate tour. The bus will be departing the Delta Burnaby Conference Centre in the morning, visiting a large greenhouse operation before settling in historic Fort Langley for lunch. Tour goers can visit the BC Farm museum, visit the Fort, or just enjoy the quaint little shops, cafes, bakeries available in town. The tour will take in the beauty of one of the valley’s tulip festivals as well! (weather dependent) The Alternate tour will make its way to Chilliwack Heritage Park in time for Grand Champion of the National Holstien Show.
National Holstein Show – April 17th – Daytime
The BC Spring show truly encompasses the “Spirit of the West” with our breeder’s passion showing through time and time again. The show will take place at Chilliwack Heritage Park. There will be a Jersey Show taking place Thursday April 16th in the afternoon as well. The Holstein show will be starting bright and early Friday morning and will be one to remember!
Pacific Celebration BBQ – April 17th – Evening
Come together to celebrate “The Spirit of the West” with us nearing the end of convention week on the pacific coast! We’re not only celebrating the breeders, but the greater dairy industry and our sponsors. We have a wonderful BBQ style feast planned for everyone to enjoy after the show at Chilliwack Heritage Park. It’ll be a great opportunity for those that will have been at the show grounds all week to unwind, network and join in on the fun with the rest of the convention delegates before the final day on Saturday!
