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Have your say against the 30% additional tax about to be charged on growler fills by Rich Coleman, The Liberals and the LCLDB.
FUSS
Aimed at getting licensees to comply with the law by posting their serving size-price lists and by urging the LCLB to enforce the law to help protect the consumers of BC.
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If you follow the Oregon brewing scene and have ever thought about taking the Amtrak train there, you will want to check out this article by long time CAMRA members Dave & Ivana Smith on their new Facebook microblog, BeerSeekers.
The above blogs have a primary focus on craft beer in Vancouver and British Columbia. These blogs present commentary of our local craft beer scene, and as such, contain content and opinions that CAMRA Vancouver may not share. We welcome your comments or suggestions.
Know of a local beer blog that you think should be added to our list? Email communications@camravancouver.ca
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Volunteer Opportunities
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CAMRA Vancouver Volunteers
Would you like to be on our list of volunteers for future events? Perhaps you're interested in getting involved with advocacy or education?
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Membership
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The count as of today for members in CAMRA Vancouver is 880 individuals and 95 corporate supporters. The more members, the louder the voice!
Membership has its benefits and is open to everyone. We offer single, joint and corporate memberships.
Join us in support of Craft Beer!
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"The information in this Newsletter is collected and broadcasted for the benefit of all CAMRA members and readers. CAMRA Vancouver, while making every effort to ensure accuracy and a timely delivery, assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions. "
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Hello Everyone,
Ta da! New logo!
CAMRA BC - Vancouver Chapter President Adam Chatburn explains: "I'm proud to announce that our new logo has arrived! Put together by our new volunteer
Creative Director Sam Gilchrist, we've incorporated the classic and beloved CAMRA BC mug design with something a bit more colourful and modern. The sunburst over the north shore mountains and the stylized cityscape and waterfront really emphasizes Vancouver's identity as the emerging craft beer centre of BC and Canada. We love it and it's already on our new membership cards, and soon it'll be appearing on
T-shirts and other merchandise.
What do you think of it? Let us know and you could win some prizes that feature our new logo!
It's finally here! Vancouver Craft Beer Week kicks off on Friday. Many of the events are sold out  but not all of them! We have most of the events listed below with links for ticket purchases. A couple to note that have been posting exciting new beer additions to their events all week are: The Riverboat Throw Down presented by The Portside Pub and #YVRBeerTweetUp. Thursday June 6th. This night will consist of a 10 brewery "Cask-Off" battle made up of specialty designed competition casks to showcase the creativity of the Vancouver brewing scene. Breweries will compete for the title of Cask Maverick! They've posted the breweries involved and have started "leaking" on  what some of the casks will be. Belgian Showcase presented by BierCraft. Monday June 3rd at their Cambie location. 50+ Belgian beers and Belgian appies all included in your ticket cost for the evening. This week it was announced that they'll also be pouring Chimay Red, Ommegang Game of Thrones "Iron Throne Blonde Ale", Logsdon Farmhouse Ales Oak Aged Seizoen Bretta and Driftwood's new "The Heretic Tripel". It's an incredible line-up!  Beer School? You know it! Introducing Prud'homme "Beer Enthusiast - Level 1" offered through one of our Corporate Supporters - Eureka Beer Guide. The next set of classes start June 15th (and then July 8th) and will be held at Steamworks Brewpub. Full information here. Craft Beer Around the Web Have you all seen BC Craft Beer News? They share a wide variety of news articles on craft beer and will soon be in print. Described as: "It's a newsprint publication dedicated to the promotion, growth and enjoyment of this change. We hope you will read with us as we continually seek to explore, expose and most importantly enjoy craft beer and brewing (home) culture in British Columbia. Have something to say? BC Craft Beer News is constantly on the hunt for new talent and encourages all interested creatives to get in touch." 
Quirky Beer Words I found a great article from Draft Magazine all about Beer Lingo with a link to their full Beer Dictionary. This word has been coming up more and more lately. Brett: Short for Brettanomyces, a brewing yeast that gives beer a distinct barnyard funk.
Cheers,
Monica Frost
CAMRA BC and Vancouver, Communications Director
communications@camravancouver.ca
  Recent past issues of our Newsletter can now be found here on our website.
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Executive Update
Update from our President, Adam Chatburn
Although we've been busy of late working on other advocacy issues we've not neglected any of our existing campaigns.
Announcing: FUSS Cards
CAMRA BC - Vancouver Chapter is a consumer advocacy group and we believe 100% that consumers deserve all the information that the law demands at the very least. I'm sure that most of you have experienced a short pour at some pub or other and wanted to bring it up with the server or the manager but didn't want to create a "fuss". Well we've got you covered! now rolling out in our membership packs are the first of our FUSS cards. These business cards can be kept in your wallet and if you experience a short pour or an illegal pint - or even don't see the quantities on the menu then you can leave the card behind with the server or manager to remind them of their legal and moral obligations.
The FUSS cards were created by Scott from onceyougocraft.com; a CAMRA member who emailed the idea to us out of the blue, we loved it and went straight into production. Thanks again Scott!
Read the full update and view the FUSS cards here.
FUSS cards will be available at any event with a CAMRA BC - Vancouver Chapter booth and we'll be sending them out in the new membership packs to you when you renew online!
We've also started having a booth at the Vancouver Farmers' Markets around town. This Saturday we'll be at the West End market from 9am to 2pm. Come along and say hello, pick up some Fuss Cards and/or sign up/renew your membership.
Update from our Education Liaison, Danny Seeton 
Our inaugural Education series has come to an end. All classes were sold out and the feedback was very positive. Thank you to everyone who attended. Stay tuned! In the next newsletter issue we'll have the new series dates to announce and more information.
For more information contact Danny Seeton education@camravancouver.ca
Cheers,
Your CAMRA Vancouver Executive
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CAMRA Corporate Supporter Spotlight
Please join us in welcoming our newest Corporate Supporters!
Vancouver Brewery Tours
Welcome to Vancouver Brewery Tours, the city's first dedicated brewery tour company. We're proud to connect locals with their breweries, and to establish Vancouver as a premier tourist destination for craft beer. Launching in mid June, we offer year round weekly tours from Friday to Sunday. Looking forward to seeing you on board, cheers." Ryan Mackey
"EPIC the Sustainable Living Festival at VanDusen Botanical Garden is only a few weeks away. This event, July 6 & 7, is sure to become one of the signature summer festivals in the province and will have attractions and entertainment all day long over the whole weekend: live music by BC's best musicians on the Main Stage; gardening workshops; interactive speaker sessions and Kids Zone; food vendors and food trucks; and, the most popular area of all, the Sip & Savour Garden. This area will feature local craft breweries, distilleries and wineries offering affordable tasters of their delicious craft concoctions. Buy Festival tickets online to avoid line-ups and save up to $5 off the gate price!" Randall Cook Tickets here.
*Attn: Breweries. Vendor booths still available. Email chris.livingstone@globe.ca for info.
"Granville Liquor Store is proud to be one of the newest CAMRA supporters. Since our storedoubled in size in the fall of 2012, we've been focused on building one of the most diverse and dynamic Craft Beer selections in the city. We're open from 9am-11pm 365 days a year, so come pay us a visit on South Granville @ 10th Ave, show us your CAMRA card, and receive 10% off every regular-priced beer in the store!" Robert Marks
Corporate Supporter Spotlight
This week's spotlight is on Four Winds Brewing.
Cheers, Sammie Gough
CAMRA Vancouver Corporate Liaison
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Homebrew Happenings
Tomorrow night (Thursday 30th) 7pm is the next VanBrewers meeting and they'd love to see you out. Anyone can attend their first meeting for free and see if they'd like to join. Details here.
Reminder: CAMRA BC Amateur Brewing Competition 2013
Registration opens April 29 and closes May 30. Entries accepted May 6 to May 30.
Judging will take place on June 1st and June 8th, if needed, at Vancouver Island Brewing. New this year is the inclusion of cider and perry. To register your beer head over to here.
The competition is BJCP registered and is also part of the Canadian Homebrewer of the Year. Phillips Brewing will evaluate each category's first place beer and brew the best one in a limited release 650ml bottle. Please visit here for full information. Good luck!
Would you like to share a story, a homebrew recipe or an event? Please email communications@camravancouver.ca
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Upcoming Events
*Please click on the event name for full details.
There are many Vancouver Craft Beer Week events listed below. Please click on the links for full event details and tickets.
May 31st @ 6PM - 11PM
Craft Beer Market Presents the Opening Gala of VCBW 2013 SOLD OUT
June 1st @ 3PM - 8PM
The Hillbilly BBQ VCBW SOLD OUT
June 1st @ 6PM - 9PM
The Science of Brewing Meets the Art of the Cocktail at The Raw Canvas VCBW
We would like to explore the relationship between beer and spirits and invite you to join us for a night of beer mixology and creativity. Exclusively for VCBW we'll feature a Deschutes Mirror Pond and Hendricks Gin cocktail as well as a Chimay Rouge cocktail that brings a twist to the ordinary Americano. Savour one of the two craft beer cocktails and enjoy a tasting plate consisting of exceptional charcuterie and artisan cheeses. Since mixology is all about creativity and because we believe there is no better place than Raw Canvas to live it up, we'll provide you with a 'raw canvas' that night as well. Convey your vision and creativity, exude emotion and passion, and take home your piece of art.
June 1st @ 11AM - 11PM
Junetoberfest at The Tap and Barrel VCBW
A festival of lager! No tickets needed! Come on down to Tap & Barrel and enjoy the reemerging craft beer style - lager! This is their very own version of Oktoberfest - but in June.
June 2nd @ Session 1: 11AM - 3PM & Session 2: 5PM - 9PM
Hoppapalooza IV at The Alibi Room VCBW SOLD OUT
June 2nd @ 7PM-11PM
Canadian Comforts by Edible Canada VCBW
Edible Canada is proud to feature a collection of Vancouver Island's tastiest breweries Phillips, Spinnakers, Hoyne, Driftwood, and Vancouver Island Brewing to celebrate VCBW!
Join us on Granville Island for an evening of high comfort foods, unique craft beers, live music by Casa Rosa, brewmasters and pure Canadian indulgence. Your ticket includes an array of delectable fare including duck fat donuts, fresh spot prawns, Fiore Farms pork and more, for and evening that will have your taste buds dancing! Each Brewery will showcase their favourite fermentations to cater to your palate, hopes and dreams!
June 2nd @ 3PM - LATE
DIX Reunion at The Whip VCBW
Three years ago we said goodbye to DIX BBQ & Brewery with the Four Beers and a Funeral Pub Crawl. This year we're remembering those awesome times with four casks courtesy of former DIX Brewmasters Derek Franche (Whistler Brewhouse / High Mountain Brewing) & Tony Dewald (Dead Frog Brewing), as well as a special DIX edition dinner feature. No reservations required, just show up and enjoy!
June 3rd @ 7PM - 9:30PM
JOIN THE REVOLUTION! with Thirsty Writer, Joe Wiebe at Yaletown Brewing
Thirsty Writer, Joe Wiebe, will be at Yaletown Brewing as he launches his new book; Craft Beer Revolution: The Insider's Guide to B.C. Breweries, and speaks about B.C.'s extraordinary craft beer industry. The book will be available for $19.95 (includes one beer ticket!) and Joe will be on hand to sign copies. In addition to Yaletown Brewing's exceptional regular line-up of beers, brewmaster Iain Hill is preparing a special "revolutionary" cask-conditioned beer for the event-and he has invited some of his colleagues from the craft beer community to offer their own revolution-themed beers as well. So come on by and join the revolution!
June 3rd @ 6PM - 10PM
CAMRAPALOOZA SOLD OUT
Who said membership doesn't have its benefits? CAMRA Members, did you miss out on Hoppapalooza tickets? Never fear, we've had you covered with the only CAMRA Members night during Vancouver Craft Beer Week (VCBW).
June 4th @ 5PM
The Commons Brewmaster Meet and Greet at the Alibi Room
The Commons will be taking over 6 taps at the Alibi Room with a variety of rare and delicious beers. No tickets or RSVP required. The Brewemaster from The Commons Brewery will be in attendance so come downstairs and say hi.
June 4th @ 6PM - LATE
The Queens Republic Presents the 2nd Annual Battle of the Bartender Beer Cocktail Comp.
Driftwood Brewing and The Queen's Republic have joined forces to present the second annual VCBW Beer Cocktail Competition. Some of Vancouver's Top Bartenders will square off at The Queen's Republic, with only bar tools and creativity to create a beer cocktail using one of Driftwood Brewing's limited release beers. The Prize? A trip for two to visit the Great American Beer Festival in Denver Colorado! Attendees will be served canapés from The Queen's Republic amazing modern pub-food menu, two Driftwood beers, and will be able to samples each cocktail made by the competitors after they present to the judges, with their votes determining the people's choice award.
June 4th @ 6PM - 10PM
Craft Dinner at Incendio VCBW SOLD OUT
June 4th @ 7PM - 10PM
Eat Drink Local: VCBW Edition At Darby's Pub SOLD OUT
June 5th @ 5PM - 10PM
PDX Beer Week in Vancouver at Portland Craft VCBW SOLD OUT
June 6th @ 1pm
Ninkasi Sensory Overload at Legacy Liquor Store
Join Ninkasi Brewing Company's Founding Brewer, Jamie Floyd, as he conducts his famed "Sensory Class" here in Vancouver, during Vancouver Craft Beer Week. Jamie will teach you how to taste a beer both from an analytical perspective and in a way that maximizes your brains ability to remember flavors and aromas! We will also cover how gustation (the sense and act of tasting), olfaction (the sense and act of smell), and your trigeminal nerve (which controls certain motions and sensations) work together to create our sensory perception of every sip of beer.
June 6th @ 6PM
June 6th @ 6PM - 10PM
Brothers In Hops at The Butcher and Bullock VCBW
They are brothers from different mothers, but all sons of the hop. Four Pacific Northwest brewers have teamed up to host a night of Hop-tastic food and drink. Each brewer will be bringing signature styles of hoppy brews for guests to sample, taste and discuss at The Butcher & Bullock. The night's featured brewers will be Ben Love of Gigantic Brewery, Gary Lohin of Surrey's Central City Brewing, Jaime Floyd of Ninkasi brewing, and Graham With of Parallel 49 brewing. We'll also have a featured home brewer that evening to showcase the hobbyist's point of view. Come down, grab a pint, and meet the Brothers in Hops. Ticket includes samples of the beers in question along with beer paired food stations. Additionally each guest will receive a gift bag that includes giveaways from Dominion Barbers and other "Brother" favorites. (Gift bag valued at $75).
June 6th @ 7PM - 2AM
The River Boat Throwdown at Portside Pub, hosted by YVRBEERTWEETUP VCBW
See above for information.
June 7th @ 5PM - 10PM & June 8th @ 2PM - 7PM
Earls and The Donnelly Group Present the VCBW Beer Festival at River Rock Casino.
Just in from Beerthirst! 12 Tap Takeover. This year's Vancouver Craft Beer Week Beer Festival will be taking place at the River Rock Casino and it's going to be an epic experience; especially if you're a fan of Seattle Washington's finest craft brewery, Elysian Brewing. "We're going all in" with Elysian in this year's festival with 12 unique Elysian brews on tap! To top it off, we're also going to have 4 Elysian beers AND a cask at the Curve Lounge inside the River Rock Casino!
June 16th @ 1PM - 4PM
Brewery and the Beast at Concord Pacific Place
Meat and Beer, what could be better? Some of the regions finest chefs will be preparing Whole pig & lamb roasts, charcuterie, smoked meats, house-made sausages, classic BBQ, and many other full-flavored foods. And what will help you wash down all the sweet, smokey, savoury flavours...BEER! Phillips Brewing Company, as well as Vancouver Urban Winery and Left Field Cider will be there to quench your thirst. You do not want to miss this event. Get your tickets here.
June 19 - July 17
Hot Art Wet City gallery on Main Street have a show coming up called "Great White North" - a tribute to 80s Canadiana (think Bob & Doug MacKenzie, Bryan Adams, Mr Dressup, Beachcombers, etc). As part of that show, 12 artists are contributing to a mini-show called "Stubbies"- art on stubby beer bottles. That's right, 12 artists have put their work on stubby beer bottles and those bottles will be available for purchase for only $80/ea. The show runs from June 19-July 13 (opening reception June 21, 7pm).
June 23 @ 2PM - 6PM
Nine local chefs are getting ready to rumble! On June 23rd, nine contenders will be going toe to toe at Portside Pub in sunny Gastown from 2-6pm. All for the This Sandwich, That Beer coveted title and to raise funds for Chef Owen Lightly's Support Fund as well as A Better Life Foundation.
Upon entry guests will receive a commemorative glass, 9 sandwich, 9 beer tickets and a ballot to vote on who has the best sandwich and beer pairing. This event sold out last year so get your tickets now! Tickets are $32.50 and are available here.
June 29 @ 11AM - 6PM
Tickets to their Summer Cask Festival are now on sale. Tickets are only $30 and can be purchased in person at the brewpub or over the phone at 604-582-6620.
If you would like your event listed in our newsletter, Facebook or Twitter, please email your info to Jill.
Jill Plotnikoff
media@camravancouver.ca
Communications and Newsletter Support Team
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Seasonal Releases and Reviews
Four Winds Brewing in Delta opens Saturday, June 1st from 12pm until 6pm!
Deep Cove Brewers and Distillers in North Vancouver is set to open Mid June! Stay tuned to @DeepCoveCraft on twitter for any immediate press releases regarding dates.
Lots of new beer hitting the LRS shelves at the moment. Here's a few for you:
Central City & Flying Monkey West/East Coast Collaboration Mosaic Imperial Red
Parallel 49 Humphrey Biere De Garde
Parallel 49 Hopnotist
VCBW Altbiere
R&B "You Say Barley, We Say Rye"
Green Flash Barleywine
Cannery Apricot Wheat
Two Beers Evolutionary IPA
Gigantic Whole In The Head Imperial IPA
Gigantic Dark Meddle Vienna Lager
Silly Barrel Aged Scotch Ale
Howe Sound Mettleman Copper Ale
Spinnakers Hefeweizen
Reviews
BEER ME BC reviews Powell Street's Ginger and Cardamom Belgian Witbier
MIKE'S CRAFT BEER reviews Howe Sound Brewing's London Town Brown Ale
Cask NightsMissing our Cask Nights listed in the Newsletter? Not to worry; we have something even better! On our website in the Events calendar we have the various regular cask night locations and times listed and will be adding special one offs regularly too. Then, to find out what the actual cask is (which is what we post on Twitter and Facebook on the day of) you can simply refer to the Twitter Feed on the right side bar of our web page. You might have to look for a few seconds to see the location you're interested in come up in the rotation. We generally tweet mid morning what the cask(s) will be for the evening. We hope that this is a good solution and will no longer have reason to miss another event again. So make sure you have the Events Calendar bookmarked and view it regularly to help you plan which cask night and event you would like to attend. Click HERE to view the Events Calendar
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If you would like your Cask information promoted on our website, Facebook and Twitter please email Mike.
Mike Willis,
info@camravancouver.ca
Communications and Newsletter Support Team
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