How to plan a craft beer picnic this summer
Refreshing craft beer, delicious food, a warm summer breeze… Is there anything better than a craft beer picnic? As of June 15th, travel within BC is encouraged. This means there are … Continued
Category: COVID
Seven Local Ways to Enjoy the Long Weekend
With the May long weekend upon us, it’s more important than ever to stay local and support local. Here are some ways to enjoy the long weekend on your local … 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 … Continued
Seven Ways to Support Your Local Breweries During the Pandemic
Despite the recent “Circuit Breaker” Public Health Order that has forced breweries to close their tasting rooms, we can all still support our local craft breweries in a variety of … Continued
BC Breweries 101: How to Be a Considerate Craft Beer Consumer (2021 Spring Edition)
Time for a COVID refresher. Follow the BC Ale Trail’s guide to the new world of physically-distanced craft beer and the latest public health restrictions. As of March 30th, drink … Continued
How BC breweries are celebrating this weird holiday season
Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, something else, or nothing at all…it’s a weird December. That said, we can still find ways to enjoy traditions, both new and old. In … Continued
How A Canning Line Helped Hoyne Brewing Save Jobs
This is a story of resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. This story was originally published on the Hoyne Brewing WEBSITE. Cans have always been something that we considered, but we … 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 … Continued
Beer and Movie Pairings to Soothe Your Wanderlust
While we’re all staying close to home, a great movie or TV show about travel can really scratch an itch. It’s not quite the same as the real deal, but … Continued
Vancouver Island Breweries Are Ready for Winter Weather
Don’t let the cold, wet weather keep you from enjoying craft beer at your local brewery. One of the ways that many craft breweries have adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic … Continued