Living in the Fraser Valley, we can be guaranteed of two things, breathtaking views and rain...LOTS of rain. While the occasional cozy rainy day can be refreshing, it quickly becomes old news when it ruins our plans and traps us inside. Lucky for us, we are surrounded by tons of local business & artisans that we can explore to keep ourselves busy on those forsaken wet (and sometimes miserable) days. Not only will you be making the best out of a rainy day, but also helping your community by showing a little local business love... and we’re all about the local love at Old Yale!
If you’re stuck on planning out your rainy day, don’t worry because just like your trusty umbrella, we’ve got you covered…. pun intended.
Explore Chilliwack’s brand-new District 1881
Grab your umbrella and take a stroll through District 1881, Chilliwack’s newest addition to downtown. With 8 new and independently owned business, shops, and breweries for you to browse through, boredom will be no more. Need a hair cut, a gift for a friend a place to eat? District 1881 should be your go to…there’s something for everybody!
ANDD how could we forget about those insta-worthy brick walls and sidewalks all throughout District 1881 just begging to be a part of your Instagram feed…it’s a social media paradise.
Have a self care day
Doesn’t an afternoon painting indoors while listening to the raindrops hitting the pavement sound peaceful? If you answered yes, Prism Ceramics here in Chilliwack should be your next rainy day stop…You can pick from various ceramics including figurines, plates, mugs… whatever your heart desires! You then paint said ceramic, wait about a week for it to go through the Kiln then boom! You are the owner of a fancy new hand painted mug. Why not take it for a test spin & fill that new mug with some delicious Old Yale beer.
You deserve it.
Hit up your local coffee shops
Need to warm up with a coffee? Anita’s Bread and Coffee on South Sumas Rd (neighbors to yours truly) is the perfect stop for a delicious cup of organic coffee & fresh baked goods made with local grains. Not only will you be able to defrost with a cup of gourmet coffee in your hands, but you will also be supporting a local business that uses local ingredients…a win win! Closer to Abbotsford? Head to Old Hand Coffee, a family-owned coffee shop located in beautiful downtown Abbotsford to pick up a warm beverage, wine or maybe a kombucha… PS. Their doughnuts are to die for… and just so happen to make for a decadent treat in the evening with our Himalayan Salted Caramel Porter… just sayin’.
Brave the Rain
You know what they say…when you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em! Grab your rain gear and enjoy a stroll on Vedder Trail or take the dogs for a hike up Mt. Thom. Listening to the rain fall into the water and the raindrops rolling off the trees can be a peaceful, enjoyable experience; and let’s be real…if we waited for the rain to stop in order to have an enjoyable day in the great outdoors, we’d sure waste a lot of time.
Need to stock up on your rain gear? Mt Waddington’s in Chilliwack is the perfect stop for all your outdoor gear needs.
But maybe you want to rep your favourite brewery while keeping warm and dry from the rain (honestly, who doesn’t?)? We’ve got your back! Lucky for you, we just got in a slew of new comfy cozy fall apparel and merch including, warm and oh so soft crewnecks, umbrellas, toques, mittens and more! Click here to check it out and place your order on our Online Store.
Stop by your local breweries
Breweries have been popping up all over the place, especially out here in Chilliwack and they make a great day no matter the weather! Make sure to swing by our neighboring brewery Farmhouse who we have been working collaboratively alongside with to bring something new and exciting for you guys…a little something we like to call our LoCal IPA! This low-calorie IPA is filled with notes of Tropical, Melon, coconut and is SUPER local…created with local hops from Brendenhof Hop Farms!! Come grab your four pack in our tasting room or select private liquor stores in Chilliwack.
And OF COURSE, nothing pairs better with a rainy day quite like a pint of our infamous Old Yale Sasquatch Stout or maybe our rich and creamy Himalayan Salted Caramel Porter. I mean, how could we not include this one…especially since we just “Winter-fied” our patio here at Old Yale with brand new patio heaters, lights and sturdy tent walls to keep the patio fully functional for these upcoming chilly months and rainy days!
P.s We also just recently added lots of new and delicious items to our Campfire Kitchen menu…just sayin’.
Photo is of patio pre winter-fication
There you have it, a list of ways to spend your rainy days ahead!
If you five us a visit here at Old Yale or any of the places listed above…make sure to bring us along with ya by tagging #oldyalebrewing or @oldyalebrewing in your insta pics!
Cheers and stay dry!