Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this year’s event such a success! We’re grateful to our community, volunteers, and staff for bringing the day to life, and we can’t wait to welcome you back next year.
Highlights from the Day
ABOUT THE EVENT
Since 2007 residents from across The Lower Mainland have traveled to Westham Island to see what a day in the life of a local farmer is all about.
Hosted by Delta Farmland and Wildlife Trust, in partnership with Westham Island Herb Farm, Day at the Farm is a family-friendly event that invites community members from around the region to learn and experience first-hand the challenges and rewards of growing quality food here in the Fraser River Delta. By attending Day at the Farm, visitors can learn more about how farmland supports an abundance of local wildlife and helps to make the Fraser River Delta such a special place.
Located on the Fraser River Estuary, Westham Island’s nutrient-rich soil provides an ideal environment where crops can thrive and wildlife habitat can flourish. Through interactive booths and displays, visitors can learn about soil health, ecosystem services, and the critical role farmers play as stewards of the land.
ACTIVITIES
HAY-WAGON RIDES:
Travel around Westham Island Herb Farm on a guided tractor tour to learn more about crops grown here in Delta.
FARM ANIMALS:
Visiting farm animals including chickens, goats and cows
LIVE MUSIC:
Grab a seat on a hay bale and enjoy some live music. We’re excited to welcome Steve Halfnights this year, make sure you don’t miss his performance!
POTATO DIG:
Develop a stronger connection to your food by farming your own produce! Dig up some locally grown potatoes and bring them home to eat for dinner.
The fee for the potato dig is $2
SQUARE DANCING
We’re bringing something new to this year’s event, live square dancing with the incredible Paul Silveria! With more than 20 years of experience calling high-energy, beginner-friendly dances across the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada, Paul makes it easy for everyone to join in the fun. No experience needed, he’ll have you dancing in minutes!
BC FRESH:
Visit the BC Fresh tent to learn about what vegetables are grown in the Lower Mainland. Local produce available by donation.
BC AG IN THE CLASSROOM:
Sample food from talented chefs as they cook up delicious meals using local produce.
POULTRY IN MOTION:
See how farmers raise chickens through a unique display featuring live birds.
FOOD TRUCKS
STAGE SCHEDULE
10:15am-10:30am
Opening Remarks
10:30am-11:30am
Square Dancing
12:00pm-1:00pm
Musical Stylings of Steve Halfnights
1:00pm
Calf Walk with 4H Youth
1:10pm
Live Auction with MLA Ian Paton
2:00pm
Baking Contest Winners Announced
2:00pm-3:30pm
Musical Stylings of Steve Halfnights
3:30pm-4:00pm
Closing remarks and Thank Yous
NOTES FOR A SUCCESSFUL DAY
- There will not be an ATM on site, so please bring cash where appropriate
- Westham Island is accessed by a one-way bridge, anticipate delays in getting to the event due to traffic accessing the island
- Parking is free and will be in a farm field
- Dogs are not permitted on the event site.
- There will be a water bottle refill station available to reduce waste. Please bring your refillable water bottles.
PARTICIPANTS
Farms Market
DIRECTIONS
EVENT SPONSORS
How Can You Help?
Your donation will work towards conserving important farmland and wildlife resources contained in the Fraser River delta.