Fairways & Flights: A Golfer’s Guide to Local BC Brews

British Columbia boasts over 300 golf courses, each offering its own picturesque charm. From the picture-perfect gems dotting Vancouver Island, to the serene pastures of the Cariboo, the lush greens of the Okanagan desert, and the exhilarating mountaintop tees of the Kootenay Rockies, the province presents a diverse array of golfing experiences. Whether you seek … Continued

The 2024 Kiwanis AleFest Experience

The T(ale) of an Adventure and Amazing Cause The Kiwanis AleFest is Prince George’s premier and original craft beer tasting festival that showcases many amazing independent BC craft breweries, including three from Prince George. The 2024 edition included the addition of two craft cideries and one craft kombucha brewery. This is an event that people … Continued

Hops Among Friends: Tessa Gabiniewicz of Land and Sea Brewing

In this latest instalment in the Hops Among Friends series, showcasing the people who make up the craft beer scene on the BC Ale Trail, Kim Lawton interviews Tessa Gabiniewicz from Land & Sea Brewing. My most recent Hops Among Friends interview was with Connor Blanchard from Luppolo Brewing. Connor was able to pay it … Continued

The EXPLORE BC Peach Farmhouse Ale Collaboration Beer

A Beer Inspired by BC and Brewed for You The EXPLORE BC Peach Farmhouse Ale is a collaboration between six breweries from across British Columbia. BC peaches present a beautiful golden-orange colour, while the Lærdal Kveik yeast and BC hops provide fruity, floral flavours above a clean rounded malt base that elevates the whole beer. … Continued

Mountain Biking and Craft Beer: Northwest BC

Ale Trails – Season 1: Episode 1 – Northern BC ‘Ale Trails’ is a doc style mini-series looking at the intersection between mountain biking and local craft breweries, and how both work to support and enhance their community. Join us, as we explore the wilds of Northern BC, showcasing the uniqueness of Prince George, Terrace … Continued

20 Great Brewery Patios Around BC

With indoor dining closed until further notice, you’re going to want to scope out craft brewery patios on the BC Ale Trail (some of which are brand new) to quench your thirst. The weather’s warming up across the province and indoor tasting rooms are still closed for the time being. Luckily, many craft breweries have … Continued

Celebrate Kiwanis AleFest At Home with 8 Exclusive Beers

Kiwanis AleFest invites you to celebrate their annual festival at home, with an exclusive 8-pack to help raise money for local charities. Founded in 2015, the Kiwanis AleFest is a volunteer-run fundraiser organized by Kiwanis Prince George as an annual signature event to support local children charities and Ronald McDonald House. It typically takes place … Continued

Have a Holly, Jolly Craft Christmas on the BC Ale Trail!

With the arrival of December, many craft breweries in British Columbia are releasing special beers for the holiday season. These beers are often a little darker and stronger, making them perfectly suited for colder, darker days, and some incorporate spices or ingredients that invite holiday nostalgia. In fact, 2020 might as well be called the … Continued

Give the Gift of Craft Beer this Holiday Season

Stay local. Support local. Give local. This holiday season, give the gift of craft beer and local experiences on the BC Ale Trail. How is it already time to think about holiday season gifts?!?? I don’t know about you, but 2020 has been the longest, yet quickest year. But since it is that time of … Continued

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