Written By Guest Writer Places / Travel Jul 29, 2011 Comox Valley farmers to open gates to cyclists next week SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter PinterestChoose one of three unique routesJuly 28, 2011, Comox Valley, BC – Visitors to the Comox Valley region are in for a rare treat next week when local producers open their farms for the inaugural Comox Valley Farm Cycle Tour – a new event that combines scenic bike trails through picturesque farmland with onsite activities including demos, tours and farm stands.Rain or shine, on Saturday, Aug. 6 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., cyclists can choose one of the three self-guided routes that range from 18 km to 58 km and include berry to dairy farms; wine tastings to heritage vegetables; sprouts to oysters and also includes the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market. The Comox Valley, located on the east coast of Vancouver Island, is known around the world for its quality culinary bounty from farmland and sea, great restaurants and year-round Farmers’ Market.“The Comox Valley is truly a mecca for cyclists and foodies, alike,” said Marla Limousin, owner of Nature’s Way Farm and Blue Moon Winery, both featured stops on the tour, and board member for the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market. “What makes the market so popular is the farmers’ hands-on approach and product diversity. These bike tours allow you to join our local farmers on the ground, get a firsthand look at the field-to-fork process and enjoy a few fresh samples along the way – what could be better?”The Farm Cycling Tours’ chair is Willy van Kemenade, who supported the development of the unique event that combines two of his passions – fresh food and cycling. The region is already a top destination for amateur and professional cyclists with its rolling mountains, vibrant coastlines and laidback countryside.“Whether you like to ride a lot or prefer an easy pedal, the Comox Valley region is known for its diversity of trails that are used for sport, leisure, heritage – and now culinary experiences,” said Kemenade, a member of the Comox Valley Cycling Coalition. “With a plethora of cycling shops, knowledgeable guides and bike-friendly accommodations, this region offers the best to its two-wheeled travellers.”Hosted by the Comox Valley Cycling Coalition and in partnership with the Comox Valley Farmers’ Market Association, Comox Valley Farmers’ Institute and Discover Comox Valley, the cost to participate in the Farm Cycling Tours is $10. For more information on the 20 participating Farms or to register for the Farm Cycling Tours, visit www.cvfarmcycletour.comAnd even better, make a weekend of it – whether you are a romantic, foodie, or need a great getaway ideal for the family – and enjoy the wide range of great high-end waterfront resorts and cozy bed and breakfasts. To book a mini-holiday, visit the same link for the Comox Valley Farm Cycle Tour.Comox ValleycyclingEdiblesfarmstouring SHARE VIA: Facebook Twitter Pinterest Written By: Guest Writer We get many people writing guest articles for us, as well as past contributors. This is the Guest ... Read More You may also like First Look / Restaurants / Victoria July 31, 2020 The Palms Launching a restaurant in the middle of a pandemic may seem counterintuitive, but don’t tell that to Rob Ekstrom and Darren Cole – the two ... Read More Destinations / Travel March 3, 2020 Grand Velas Riviera Maya Resort Continued from March | April EAT magazine’s Best of Asia in Mexico. by Shelora Sheldan The morning after the Taste of Asia event, after ... Read More Events / Family / Victoria July 11, 2019 More Than Just Cracker Jacks at the Old Ball Game On June 7, the Victoria HarbourCats played their home opener game at Wilson’s Group Stadium at Royal Athletic Park against the two-time defending ... Read More Chefs / Culture / Destinations / Elsewhere / Travel May 7, 2019 An Introduction to Letters from Lyon to EAT I have spent my career thus far with a few goals in mind: climb the brigade of each kitchen I set foot in, put in my time and become “chef”. ... Read More Beer / Beer & Cider / Drink / Events / Victoria March 24, 2019 A New Beer Society in Town Victoria Beer Week launched its sixth annual festival earlier this month, which ran from March 1-9. In addition to the festival returning for another ... Read More Food Events / Pop-Ups March 3, 2019 Cake by Taryn Valentine’s Day Pop-up With Valentine’s Day comes cake! And flowers. And many other gifts that are made consciously and locally. On Feb 14th, I visited Taryn Haywood as ... Read More Comments are closed.
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