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SUMMER SPLASH PADS IN METRO VANCOUVER

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Summer weather has returned early this year, and with record-breaking temperatures forecasted for BC, keeping cool is top of mind for all families exploring the great outdoors. Thankfully there are …

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SAPLINGS NEW K-4 NATURE SCHOOL ON VANCOUVER’S NORTH SHORE

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Our kids attend public elementary school in North Vancouver, and after one of them got to spend this year in a makeshift outdoor classroom created by her amazing teacher with …

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DAY-USE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR 5 BC PARKS IN 2021

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Launched in 2020, the day use permit project is set to continue into 2021 for the most popular BC Parks. Summer 2020 saw BC Parks develop ways to increase access …

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SAPLINGS FOREST CAMPS FOR SUMMER 2021

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As we wrap up a school year of uncertainty & stress for lots of kids – including more screen time than many are used to – summer offers a great …

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50+ LOW COST & FREE SUMMER ACTIVITIES IN METRO VANCOUVER

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Having fun over the Summer holiday doesn’t have to break the bank. Metro Vancouver families are so lucky to have not only the mountains & the ocean to explore, but …

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2021 FAMILY CAMP ON GABRIOLA ISLAND

In British Columbia, Family, Family-Friendly, Featured Events, Fun, Outdoor Adventures, Travel, Wellness, West Coast, by Angela SantoroLeave a Comment

If you’re like our family right now, you’re making tentative summer travel plans within British Columbia and keeping your fingers crossed that travel restrictions will be lifted and case numbers …

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RBC RACE FOR THE KIDS AT HOME – JUNE 6 2021

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This spring, the whole family will be lacing up their runners to take part in one of BC Children’s Hospital Foundation’s signature events, RBC Race for the Kids: Home Edition. …

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TRY EVOLVE SKATE CAMPS THIS SUMMER!

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With so many summer camp choices out in Metro Vancouver, choosing the right camp for your child can be a daunting experience. Evolve Summer Camps have made your search a …

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OUTDOOR SPRING BREAK ACTIVITIES FOR METRO VANCOUVER 2023

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Metro Vancouver has so much to offer families in the outdoors and Spring Break is a great time to take advantage of it rain or shine!  Some of the suggestions …

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BC PARKS DISCOVER CAMPING RE-OPENS SPRING 2021

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We are so looking forward to the 2021 camping season, however, it is still not quite business as usual and the COVID-19 pandemic continues to require BC Parks’ to adapt …