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Ottawa: The Savvy Guide To August

The Best Skateparks In Ottawa & Surrounding Areas

Best Mini-Golf Courses & Driving Ranges In Ottawa

The Best Pools, Water Parks & Splash Pads In Ottawa

Where To Go Strawberry Picking, Ottawa And Area

Summer 2021: Day Camps For Kids In Ottawa

Where To Go On A Nature Walk With Kids In Ottawa

Our Favourite Places To Ride Bikes As A Family In Ottawa

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- July 29, 2021
Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to August

From road trips to the Olympics, and just a teensy bit of organizing, we can help make the second half of your summer in Ottawa a blast.
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- July 14, 2021
The Best Skateparks in Ottawa & Surrounding Areas

Here are some skateparks in Ottawa and the surrounding areas, as well as places where you can register your kids for lessons or skateboard camp.
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- July 12, 2021
Best Mini-Golf Courses & Driving Ranges in Ottawa

Fore! It's time to hit the links! These mini golf courses and driving ranges in Ottawa will offer fantastic family bonding this summer.
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- July 6, 2021
The Best Pools, Water Parks & Splash Pads in Ottawa

We’ve rounded up a list of amazing outdoor water play areas and splash pads in Ottawa that will cool everyone off while they're having fun.
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- June 17, 2021
Where to Go Strawberry Picking, Ottawa and Area

Are you ready for strawberry picking, Ottawa? Whether you want to eat your berries right after you've picked and washed them, or use them to make jams and pies, there are lots of reasons why the strawberry season is a favourite.
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- May 13, 2021
The Best Parks and Picnic Spots in Ottawa

There's only one way to ensure your kids inherit your love of nature: get them outside! Here are our picks for the best parks and picnic spots in Ottawa.
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- March 26, 2021
Summer 2021: Day Camps for Kids in Ottawa

If you’re feeling confused about what’s happening with summer day camps this year, you’re not alone. Luckily we found some great options that are currently open for registration.
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- March 11, 2021
Where To Go On a Nature Walk With Kids in Ottawa

Explore the great outdoors, connect with nature and spend quality time together as a family on a nature walk. Here are some of our favourite spots.
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- January 13, 2021
Best Outdoor Skating Spots in Ottawa

Obviously, we all need to stay home as much as we can. However, if you're going to go outside for some physical activity, (mask on!), here are some places to safely partake in outdoor skating.
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- January 8, 2021
Here’s Where to Find the Best Ottawa Toboggan Hills

It's the season for sledding and there are a few great places in the Ottawa area that you can check out. So grab a sled and get out into the winter wonderland we call home!
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- November 18, 2020
Where to Take Gorgeous Fall Photos Around Ottawa

Fall is a brilliant time of year for family photos in Ottawa (plus it sets you up nicely for those annual Christmas cards). Instead of hiring a professional, save your pennies and check out these photogenic spots.
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- September 1, 2020
5 Ottawa Apple Orchards We Love

Now that they're opening up, check out one of our favourite apple orchards in Ottawa. Nothing beats the tasty goodness that is picking fruit right from the tree.
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- October 9, 2019
Fun Fall Fairs to Attend Around Ottawa This Year

Put on your comfiest flannel shirt and bundle the kids up to enjoy one of these upcoming fall fairs happening this month!
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- July 29, 2019
Why You’ll Want to Visit Saunders Farm This Summer (Hint: Sunflowers)

Did you know Saunders Farm is a fantastic place for families in the summer? Not only that, this year Saunders Farm has a new festival that will have everyone talking.
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- August 6, 2019
Ottawa’s Best Beaches

Grab the sunscreen, umbrella and beach chairs—it's time to soak up the sun's rays and splash around the water at one of Ottawa's best beaches.
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- July 17, 2019
Where to Take the Kids Camping in the Ottawa Area

We've gathered some of our favourite campsites in the Ottawa area. Whether you're new to camping or are seasoned campers, these are the hot spots to check out within a short distance.
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- March 8, 2019
The Best Sugar Shacks in Ottawa

Winter in Ottawa always feels like the longest season—so when the sap starts running, we all heave a collective sigh of relief. It's finally time to celebrate spring with a classic family tradition, a trip to the sugar bush.
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- January 23, 2019
Things To Do with Toddlers in Ottawa

Filling the days with little ones in winter can be tough. But once you have the snowsuit, mittens and warm hats on, there are lots of ways to enjoy the winter temperatures together, even with smaller children.
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- March 13, 2019
6 Free Things to Do in Ottawa This Winter

There are lots of free activities across Ottawa in the winter that will help fill your days with fun and not empty your wallet in the meantime. Here are a few of our favourites.
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- April 24, 2018
Our Favourite Places to Ride Bikes as a Family in Ottawa

Spring is the perfect time of year to get outside and go for a ride together. Perfect for everyone, from novice cyclers to those with more experience, there are many safe, scenic and welcoming bike paths across the city.
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- September 7, 2017
Canoe Club & Kids Programs at Petrie Island this Summer

Check out the great beaches. Have a picnic. Or test out the kid's canoe club and junior naturalists program. Basically, you need to see Petrie Island as a family this summer.
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- June 8, 2017
5 Family Friendly Day Trips Near Ottawa

If you are planning on visiting Ottawa this summer, or live here and are wanting to plan a few day trips, then this post is for you.
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- June 15, 2017
There’s Fun for the Whole Family at an Ottawa Champions Baseball Game

You don't have to drive to Toronto to see some quality live baseball this summer. The Ottawa Champions minor league baseball team offers up some seriously underrated family fun in Ottawa.
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- March 31, 2017
The Best Ottawa Toboggan Hills for Kids and Families

Don't hide inside—grab a sled and get out into the winter wonderland on these top sledding hills in Ottawa.
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- January 20, 2017
Dashing Down the Ice: Ottawa Rickshaws

The Rideau Canal is one of the Ottawa's best treasures—and now there's a fun way to introduce those with little legs to the magic of the longest skating rink in the world. Find out more about Ottawa Rickshaws on the Canal.
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- July 11, 2016
Free and Low Cost Things to Do with the Kids

While I love having the kids home for summer vacation, there are times where I need to get them out of the house to DO something.
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- September 16, 2016
5 Best Beaches for a Swim in Ottawa

It's tough to come up with fresh ways of keeping cool when we're feeling hot and bothered. If chlorine is not your thing, Ottawa is lucky to have an assortment of clean, attractive beaches nearby.
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- October 4, 2016
The Best Outdoor Pools in Ottawa

We just love the delicious feeling of leaping into a cool pool on a hot summer day, and luckily Ottawa has some great places to make a splash. Find out which outdoor public pools in Ottawa are our faves.
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- April 28, 2016
9 Canada Day Celebrations in Ottawa

There's no better place to be than our nation's capital on Canada Day. The only challenge is picking which party to attend. Weigh your options carefully with our handy guide to July 1 in Ottawa.
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- November 22, 2016
Eco-Odyssée Outdoor Park in Wakefield

Eco-Odyssee's main feature is a complex maze of paddle boat trails made for exploring. Paddle through to learn about the area's plants and animals, and for a gentler option, we love their Wanderer adventure—a two-hour gentle float around the park. Older kids will love the Discoverer or Observer paths, which provide a more advanced navigation challenge, as well as some Amazing Race style clues to decode and solve.
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- May 2, 2017
Have a Field Day

It's time to make the most of these precious few weeks of summer weather. Get outside and get off the beaten path with these unique outdoor spots in Ottawa. Find out more.
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- June 14, 2016
10 Great Outdoor Spots in Ottawa

A magnifying glass, a bag of birdseed and a camera are all you need to become amateur naturalists in Ottawa. No matter where you live in the city, there's a great outdoor spot just waiting for you to get out and explore this summer.
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- April 28, 2016
Tout de Sweet

What could herald spring better than fresh maple syrup on pancakes? Ottawa's sugar bushes are a can't miss family tradition. Find out more.
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- April 28, 2016
A Twist on Tobogganing

Try something totally tubular this winter—snow tubing! Here are four spots where you can zip down the hills together for a little outdoor fun.
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- December 21, 2016
Going Downhill

It's time to hit the slopes! Well, at least start thinking about who's going to teach your kids to get down them in one piece.
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- April 28, 2016
Get Outside

SavvyMoms know that the secret to arriving at the end of winter with our sanity intact is contained in two words: embrace winter! It sounds counter-intuitive—but find an outdoor activity the whole family can enjoy, and those dark months will slip (and slide) by much more quickly.
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- April 29, 2016
A Capital Thanks

There's so many fun things to do with the family over Thanksgiving weekend in Ottawa. We've rounded up eight of the best family-friendly excursions in the capitol. Find out more.
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- November 29, 2016
U-Pick Apple Orchards in Ottawa

Family fun doesn't get much better than apple picking—it's one of our fave annual traditions. The crisp air, crunchy apples, and the special fall photo-opp make for a perfect weekend outing. Don't miss your chance at the tasty goodness that is picking fruit right from the tree—check out one of our favourite apple orchards in Ottawa.
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- April 29, 2016
A City Secret

Everyone loves a day at the beach, but sometimes a long drive isn't practical. When all you have are a few hours, head to ‘The Pond' in Rockcliffe Park. Find out more.
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- July 4, 2016
Where to Go Sledding in Ottawa

Don't get us wrong, we're not complaining about December's lovely warm weather, but we sure are happy to finally see some snow. Don't hide inside—grab a sled and get out into the winter wonderland on these top sledding hills in Ottawa.

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